Eagle Watches On The Connecticut River
Winter's cold brings dozens of bald eagles down the Connecticut River from Canada in search of ice-free fishing. Last year, more than 50 eagles wintered on the lower Connecticut. Their 6- to 8-foot wingspan make the bald eagle the largest predator in North America. The comeback of the bald eagle is an ecological success story.
Beginning Saturday, Feb. 11, The Audubon Shop in Madison will present its 34th Annual Eagle Watch on the Connecticut River. Leader Jerry Connolly of The Audubon Shop will help participants spot eagles from a variety of locations on this land-based trip along the shore of the river and will discuss the bird's natural history. A variety of wintering birds will be seen.
Dates are Saturdays, Feb. 11 and 18. A $30 ticket includes a soup and sandwich lunch at Otter Cove Restaurant in Old Saybrook. Pre-registration and payment is required. Call 203-245-9056 to register and find out more. Binoculars are recommended and available to rent.
Additional information is available at www.theaudubonshop.com.