The goal of Birding for Pleasure in Durham & Middlefield is to engage communities in conversation, restoration and the enjoyment of nature focusing on grassland birds, other wildlife and their habitats.
The Bobolink and Wildlife Festival will further support this goal.
The free Connecticut Bobolink and Wildlife Festival in Durham is made possible with grants from Connecticut Ornithological Society and Hartford Audubon Society and a partnership with Durham Public Library and Birding For Pleasure in Durham & Middlefield.
The Connecticut Bobolink and Wildlife Festival in Durham begins on
Saturday July 12, 2025
with a morning bird/nature walk at Frederick White Farm, then presentations, workshops and socializing at the Durham Community Center. Ending with an afternoon walk to count the Bobolinks. A light lunch will be available or bring your own.
Youth activities are planned for Sunday July 13 at Allyn Brook Park pavilion from 1 - 4 PM for students and young adults.
Register for one or all sessions where age appropriate.
Session 1: Saturday, July 12 7:55 AM - 9:15 AM Free.
Count the Bobolinks and More About Habitats - A guided bird walk at Frederick White Farm.
https://durhamlibrary.libcal.com/event/14558215
Session 2: Saturday, July 12 at 9 AM - 3:30 PM Free.
Keynote Presentations, Exhibits, free prizes at the Durham Community Center and an afternoon bird walk around 2:15PM.
https://durhamlibrary.libcal.com/event/14558448
Session 3: Saturday, July 12 at noon. Free
The Making of The Fledgling 4
Joe Gowac Photography.
https://durhamlibrary.libcal.com/event/14558492
Session 4: Sunday, July 13 at 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Young Adults Connect with Birds, Bugs and Nature
**For age appropriate students. Free
Must Register to Attend. Register at
https://durhamlibrary.libcal.com/event/14558546
LOCATIONS:
Frederick White Farm - 70 Maple Ave, Durham, CT
Durham Community Center - 144 Pickett Lane, Durham, CT
Allyn Brook Park Pavilion - 50 Pickett Lane, Durham, CT
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