Pittsburg NH and the Connecticut Lake Region is a bird watching paradise. Birders travel the entire US and beyond the see our feathered friends. From the mysterious Loon to the migrating geese, and unusual owls and so much more.

The Glen has a long-standing association with many of the world's top birding and naturalist organizations like; The Massachusetts Audubon Society, The Connecticut Audubon Society, The Audubon Society of Rhode Island and others.

Birding the Connecticut Lakes, New Hampshire
Sponsored by Joppa Flats and Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary

Program Location: Connecticut Lakes Region
Leaders: Bill Gette, Joppa Flats Sanctuary Director;
Brooke Stevens; Nancy Soulette
Fee: $465 m / $515 nm
Dates: June 22, 2007-June 24, 2007

During this exciting weekend program, we will explore the Connecticut Lakes region of New Hampshire, an area rich in wildlife and magnificent scenery. Over our eight previous trips, we have seen a total of 124 species of birds, including several boreal species. Target birds will include black-backed and pileated woodpeckers, gray jay, common raven, yellow-bellied and alder flycatchers, spruce grouse, boreal chickadee, rusty blackbird, Philadelphia vireo, and many species of warblers (e.g., mourning, blackpoll, Wilson's, and bay-breasted). We also expect to see a wide variety of butterflies and several species of mammals, including moose.

The program fee includes all transportation between Lincoln and the Connecticut lakes, lodging at The Glen (a wonderful northern inn), and six meals.

The listed fees are for double occupancy. Single rooms are not available on this trip. For a detailed program brochure, please call 978-462-9998.

For more information:
Please contact Joppa Flats, Newburyport at 978-462-9998 or e-mail joppaflats@massaudubon.org

Great North Woods

June 8-10, 2007
Program Fee: $435/members, $485/non-members
Course number: 034401-11

Back by popular demand is our exciting trip to the Connecticut Lakes Region of Northern New Hampshire. In this northern wilderness it is possible to see over 100 species that nest in the area. Some of the species that make this such an amazing trip include Black-backed Woodpecker, Gray Jay and Spruce Grouse. When is the last time you have seen one of those birds?

Other common nesters that we rarely get good looks at in Rhode Island include Mourning Warbler, Blackburnian Warbler, Wilson’s Warbler and Lincoln’s Sparrow. Imagine seeing a family of moose as we traverse the old logging trails in the region; it’s not uncommon! Black Bear, Fisher, and Snowshoe Hare are all found in the area. The beauty of this unspoiled wilderness is staggering and unforgettable.

We will be staying at The Glen, a rustic lodge with modern amenities situated on First Connecticut Lake. Our guide will be Jim Osborn who has over 20 years of experience birding the area. Many of you know Jim as the former coordinator of Great Expeditions for ASRI and a bird leader for many of our Block Island birding weekends.

The fee for this trip will be $435 for members and $485 for non-members. There will be an additional $100 fee for participants requesting a single private room. Transportation, program fees and meals while we are staying at the lodge are included in the cost.

Birding the Headwaters of the Connecticut River, New Hampshire

This program is a new venture in 2006 for Connecticut Audubon Society. The three night stay allowed for a variety of hikes in various locations including boreal forest, alpine regions, woodland, grassland and fresh water marsh. The small group of five and a leader did find many interesting species including the Grey Jay and Boreal Chickadee.

CUSTOM AND PRIVATE TOURS

Connecticut Audubon Society EcoTravel offers custom tour design assistance, including private tours for you, your family, or a private group. Give us a call if you would like more information on these special services.

If you are interested in attending this group activity in 2007 please contact: Andy Griswold at 1-860-767-0660