Since I was a kid, National Geographic

Magazine has done a fine job of getting

its readers excited about all the wildlife
and outstanding scenery we can see in Wine Trail of Litchfield County
our own country: images of Golden Thursday, August 28 8AM-5PM
Eagle, American Bison, Bighorn Sheep, Litchfield County in the northwest corner of the state has been named one of
and so many icons of the wilderness we the most exciting and fastest growing wine regions in the United States. A
so dearly strive to protect close to home. tremendous variety of wine styles and stunning scenery are to be enjoyed as we
The EcoTravel office is now offering a meander through the vineyards in this beautiful part of our state. This cool-climate
series of shorter tours, ranging from five growing region allows for refined flavor development of wines, and concurrently
to seven nights in length, targeted at our National Parks, Forests, and is a great place to look for early fall migrant birds. Leader: Priscilla Wood.
Monuments, and featuring all that they offer in birds, landscapes, Members $85/Nonmembers $95.
large mammals, and flora. Tours are focused mostly on our western
states where our first in the series is to South Dakota’s Black Hills, Hiking the Appalachian Trail in Kent
Mount Rushmore, the Crazy Horse Monument, and the prairies and Saturday, August 30 7AM-7PM
astounding geology of Badlands National Park. Future tours will Head to Kent, where a 53-mile segment of the 2,180-mile-long Appalachian Trail
include many well-known destinations, including Grand Canyon, cuts across Connecticut’s northwest corner. The Connecticut portion of the trail
Olympic, Zion, Arches, Yellowstone, Point Reyes, and other lesser offers a challenging hike through deep forest and glacier-scraped mountain ridges.
known locations but equally spectacular. Keep an eye to the With a few different hikes to choose from, the group will hike at least one of the
EcoTravel News and our emails. Many great destinations ahead! five-mile trails and perhaps an additional shorter trail. All hikes will be moderate in
Cheers, Andy difficulty with varying terrain, so participants should be in good health. Leader:
Priscilla Wood. Members $75/Nonmembers $85.
Andrew Griswold, Director of EcoTravel
Birding Salem’s Loop
Thursday, September 4 8AM-4PM
Join us as we head to Salem to meet up with bird enthusiast David Bingham, who
will take us searching for song birds inhabiting the nearby fields, forest, streams,
and ponds. David Bingham is a retired physician from Salem and self-styled
“amateur naturalist.” If time allows, we will head to Walden Preserve and the
Andrew Griswold, Director Zemko Pond Wildlife Management Area for another couple of hours. We may
Priscilla Wood, Assistant make a larger loop up to higher ground to more mature upland forest. Leaders:
David Bingham and Andy Griswold. Members $65, Nonmembers $75.
Connecticut Audubon Society EcoTravel
PO Box 903 High Line Park, New York
Tuesday, September 16 7AM–5 PM
Essex, CT 06426 The High Line is a public park built on a historic freight rail line elevated above the
streets of Manhattan’s West Side. The line was built in the 1930s as part of a
860-767-0660 massive public-private project that lifted freight traffic 30 feet in the air, removing
dangerous trains from the streets. Under threat of having it demolished, Friends of
Email: ecotravel@ctaudubon.org the High Line worked in partnership with New York City to preserve and
maintain the structure as an elevated public park. The gardens of the High Line are
Website: ecotravel.ctaudubon.org a sight to behold, where many of the species are native and historically grew on the
High Line’s rail bed. Leader: Bob Kuchta. Members: $85/Nonmembers $95.
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EcoTravel News Fall Hiking in the Berkshires
electronically by email... Wednesday, September 24 8AM–5PM
Enjoy an autumn day in the foothills of the Berkshires exploring the walking trails
please be in touch with us! in a few states parks in the Amherst/Northampton area. Elwell, Joseph Skinner,
The electronic newsletter is and Daughters of the American Revolution State Parks are all nestled in the five-
college area with plenty of sights to see and signs of fall to enjoy. Participants will
frequently updated and is the stop at the popular Atkins Farm for a picnic lunch before heading atop Joseph
best way for you to keep Skinner State Park, where you can look upon an oxbow of the Connecticut River
informed early about our and see, on a clear day, four states at the same time. Leader: Priscilla Wood.
exciting schedule of events. Members: $75/Nonmembers $85.
 Wine Tasting and Hiking Trail
Thursday, October 2 9AM-5PM
Connecticut is becoming one of the most exciting and fastest growing
wine regions in the United States. A tremendous variety of wine styles
and stunning scenery are to be enjoyed as we meander through the
vineyards and visit the tasting tables of Southeastern Connecticut. Our
visits will include Jonathan Edwards Winery, Stonington Vineyards, and
Saltwater Farm Vineyard. We will make a stop at Oswegatchie Hills
Nature Preserve in East Lyme for a short hike to take in early autumn
colors. Leader: Priscilla Wood Members $85/Nonmembers $95.

Central Park Colors

Saturday, October 4 7AM-5PM
Spend a splendid day full of birding and botany in New York’s Central
Park as we walk among the maples, oaks, and elms. These are just a few
of the trees that create a spectacular backdrop at the park in fall. Head up
to the Ramble where migrating birds make their bi-annual stop. Enjoy all
of the park’s arches, bridges, statues, and memorials surrounded by the
beautiful colors of autumn. Leader: Bob Kuchta. Fee: Members $75/
Nonmembers $85.

Birding Harkness Memorial Park

Wednesday, October 22 Noon-8PM
Enjoy panoramic views of Long Island Sound from over 230 seaside
acres of sweeping lawns, stately trees, and spectacular gardens of
Harkness Memorial Park in Waterford. From here, the group will venture
to the Thames River and its tidal estuary. The group will continue the
search for migrant warblers and other songbirds of the later migration
season, then stop for dinner at a local eatery. Leader: Andy Griswold.
Members $75/Nonmembers $85.

Selden Island Exploration Wednesday and Sunday evenings in

Saturday, October 25 830AM-12:30PM
Join a historian, a botanist, and a birder as EcoTravel takes a cruise along
the Connecticut River to Selden Island in Lyme. This island, the largest
on the Connecticut River, is rich in history, flora, and fauna. You’ll be
able to choose which topic—local botany, geology, or ornithology—
you’d like to learn most about. Perhaps you’ll be lucky enough to see one
of our resident Bald Eagles en route. Fee: $45 for all travelers.
Saw-Whet Owl Banding
Saturday, October 25 2PM-11PM
Each fall between late September and late November, large numbers of
Saw-whet Owls (the smallest owl in the Northeast) migrate through New
England, and a good number of these birds end up in the nets of the
Massachusetts banding team. This trip will provide an opportunity
to learn about (and hold) these adorable owls, the banding process, and
the scientific data that banding stations help to provide. An unforgettable
trip! The trip departs Essex and will begin with a stop at Blackstone Park
for birding, hiking, and a picnic dinner. Because the banding is of a
nocturnal owl species, this event will entail a late night return to
Connecticut. Leader: Jim Denham. Members $90/Nonmembers $100.
Birding Andy’s Favorite Places
Thursday, October 30 9AM-4PM
Do you want to know where Andy’s favorite birding hot spots are? Join
him as he travels east of the Connecticut River to his favorite haunts in
Southeast Connecticut. Stops will include New London, where there
is a Black Vulture roost site along with a few other surprises. Enjoy
migration with the beautiful backdrop of autumn. Leader: Andy
Griswold. Members: $75/Nonmembers $85.
Late August through September!
Remember to save a date for one of our
most popular events!
The Swallow Cruises sell out quickly, so
reserve a space well in advance by
calling our office or signing up online.
We are lucky enough to be able to witness two spectacular avian
happenings right here in Connecticut. The first of the year is the
spectacular concentration of eagles that join us to over-winter on the
Connecticut River. The other highlight of the birding year is the Tree
Swallow concentration that can be found each September and October.
During fall migration, thousands of swallows congregate on the lower
Connecticut River and at sunset settle in on a giant communal roost.
The birds come from as far away as 25 miles and converge at dusk,
often creating a “ballet” and “funnel” of birds before and as they settle
down to roost. The renowned ornithologist and artist Roger Tory
Peterson wrote, “I have seen a million flamingos on the lakes of East
Africa and as many seabirds on the cliffs of the Alaska Pribilofs, but for
sheer drama, the tornadoes of Tree Swallows eclipsed any other avian
spectacle I have ever seen.” Join Connecticut Audubon Society
naturalists as they journey along the river to see this spectacular display.
Bring a picnic supper, your favorite beverage to enjoy on the trip, and
your binoculars. A truly awe-inspiring display! If you take only one trip
with EcoTravel this fall, make sure it’s this one! Fee: $40.
Please call us about small private charters (up to 6 people).
 Newport & Nature
Wednesday, November 5 10AM– 8PM
Newport, Rhode Island, is a diverse and dichotomous town with stately
mansions on one end of town, and quiet, solitary walking paths on the other.
Enjoy both of these extremes as we spend a full day in Newport enjoying the
Cliff Walk that takes you along the surfside mansions of Newport. The group
will take time to visit Sachuest Point and Brenton Point for additional scenic
views and hiking trails, and will stop for dinner in Newport on the way home.
Leader: Priscilla Wood. Fee: Members $75/Nonmembers $85.

Plymouth Plantation & Mayflower II

Wednesday, November 12 8AM-6PM
Enjoy a full day of exploring Plymouth Plantation in Massachusetts, offering
a fascinating and personal look at the lives of the native Wampanoag people
and the English Pilgrims who lived in the early Plymouth Colony. The tour
includes a visit to the ship Mayflower II. Although the original Mayflower
that sailed to Plymouth in 1620 no longer exists, Plymouth Plantation's full-
scale reproduction was built in Devon, England, and crossed the Atlantic in

Napatree Point - Stephen G.

1957. A great way to prepare for Thanksgiving, by touring the area where it
all began! Leader: Bob Kuchta: Members $90/Nonmembers $100.

Exploring Napatree Point

Thursday, November 20 8AM– 4PM
Napatree Point in Watch Hill, Rhode Island, is a great place to see all kinds of
shorebirds and other migrants in the fall—a consistently good birding spot
where we are likely to find something out of the ordinary. Enjoy exploring
this area and searching for any rarities in the neighborhood. Leader: Andy
Griswold. Members $75, Nonmembers $85.

Holidays at the Mansions

Wednesday, December 3 8AM-5PM
Tour three of the most famous mansions of Newport, Rhode Island, in all of
their holiday splendor! The Breakers, the estate of Cornelius Vanderbilt II;
Marble House, modeled after the Petit Trianon at Versailles; and the elegant
French chateau, The Elms—all will be filled with spectacular evergreens,
thousands of poinsettias, and 19th-century-style ornaments. Built by
America’s greatest architects during the Gilded Age, these estates allow the
visitor a glimpse at the wealth, power, and influence of the men and women
who made Newport the center of grand society. Leader: Bob Kuchta. Fee:
Members $85/Nonmembers $95.

New York Botanical Garden Holiday Show

Saturday, December 6 2PM-9 PM
Another Annual Favorite! See the Botanical Garden in Bronx, New York, as
it has never looked before. Wrapped in the glow of twinkling lights, model
trains and trolleys zip along over bridges and on winding tracks past scaled
replicas of New York landmarks. Orange slices, cinnamon sticks, poppy
pods, pine cones, and other plant parts make a festive brew as the materials
used to create the more than 140 architectural reproductions. Among the
favorites are the Empire State Building, Little Red Lighthouse, Brooklyn
Bridge, and the borough's own Yankee Stadium. This trip is sure to put you
in the holiday spirit! Leader : Bob Kuchta. Members $85/Nonmembers $95.

Coastal Birding Holiday

Wednesday, December 10 Noon-7PM
Join Andy Griswold, EcoTravel Director and expert birder, for an annual
favorite as your birding group searches for early winter migrants and coastal
birds along the shore from Westbrook to Groton. After this pre-holiday
adventure, your group will be stopping for dinner at one of the fine eateries in
the area. Leader: Andy Griswold. Members $75/Nonmembers $85. Bring
your friends to help kick off the holiday season!
 Women-Only Weekend: Mt Desert
September 17 - 21, 2014 Five Days!
Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island offer some of the most scenic
vistas in Maine. In addition to hiking along the beautiful trails and beaches, we
delve into local culture by visiting museums, browsing the art galleries, and
touring a lighthouse or two. The island is a paradise for photographers, bird-
ers, painters, naturalists, and anyone who loves the outdoors. This area boasts
a variety of nature sanctuaries, some located nearby on Isle au Haut. The mix-
ture of spruce-covered islands, quiet coves, granite outcroppings, fields of
wildflowers, lobster boats, windjammers, and glistening waters makes for a
beautiful backdrop for your getaway. Leader: Priscilla Wood Fee: $1,095.
With member discount $895.

Monhegan Island: Migration Hotspot Two Departures Each Month, Year Round!
September 18 - 21, 2014 Four Days!
Join leader Joe Bear on a relaxing tour of Monhegan Island at the height of the Our most popular cruise explores some of the most untouched rainforest
migration season. Off the coast of Maine, Monhegan serves as a stopover in all of Amazonia. On an eight-cabin expedition vessel, travelers
point for birds caught out over open water. With no roads and no cars on the venture far up some of the least inhabited rivers in the Amazon Basin
island, participants stroll along the many trails while searching for what ar- for a full seven days and explore areas rarely visited, seeking out the
rived overnight and enjoying eye-level looks at many of the warbler species, mysterious life in the heart of the Amazon. This is the most thorough,
tanagers, and flycatchers. In the fall, nature and beauty are at their apex on detailed, and sophisticated trip offered in the entire Amazon and comes
Monhegan. Stay at a lovely island inn and don’t miss the blueberry pie! Fee: with rave reviews from past participants. Guides are accomplished local
$1,198. With member discount: $998. naturalists. This is a trip of a lifetime, easy for seniors and families! Fee
starts at $3,450 per person. Iguacu Falls and other extensions available.
Block Island: Weekend Escape
September 26 - 28, 2014 Three Days!
Revel in the wilds of Block Island, Rhode Island, after summer tourists have
left the beaches and town. Often a magnet for wayward birds, “Block” will
delight travelers with its island architecture, wild flowers, and natural beauty.
Leaders share their knowledge of this special place with visits to a bird band-
ing station, the bluffs, lighthouses, back roads, beautiful beaches, and serene
harbors. Relax in the character-filled pubs and eateries. The island is a great
spot to see many falcons, warblers, and the unexpected. This is our most pop-
ular weekend trip, so reserve your spot early! Fee: $835. With member dis-
count: $635. Leaders: Joe Bear and Andy Griswold.

The Pantanal: Birds and Jaguars

October 6 - 17, 2014 12 Days!
Amazon Cruise and Iguacu Falls Extensions Available!
Journey to the Brazil’s Pantanal, the world’s largest freshwater wetland and
the richest wildlife viewing in the Americas! Covering an area of 360,000
square miles, the Pantanal is a huge complex of aquatic and terrestrial envi-
ronments resulting in an extremely rich fauna. The variety of birds is astound-
ing, including the endangered and beautiful Hyacinth Macaw, the world’s
largest parrot. The Pantanal is also a refuge for many threatened mammals
like Jaguar, Ocelot, Giant Anteater, and Giant River Otter! Leaders: Andy
Griswold and Brazilian guide Giuliano Bernardon! Fee: $5,398. With
member discount: $4,998.

Cape May Migration

October 10 - 12, 2014 Three Days!
Without a doubt one of the top ten birding spots in the country, Cape May is
where every fall hundreds of thousands of migrating birds funnel into the
southern tip of New Jersey, and hundreds of birdwatchers come from all over
the world to enjoy not only the diversity of hawks, shorebirds, and warblers,
but also the scenic beaches, meadows, and the lively historic town. Some-
thing for everyone! Leader: James Restivo. Fee: $835. With member dis-
count: $635. South Africa Safari: Kruger National Park
January 7-23, 2015 17 Days!
Louisiana Swallow Tornado
A Five Million Bird Ballet!

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December 1 - 5, 2014 5 Days!
In early November through early December, just outside of New Orleans,
Tree Swallows seemingly magically appear until the entire sky is filled. On
some evenings, however, there can be one very obvious difference. Whereas
there were hundreds of thousands of tree swallows leading up to the event,
there could now be millions! By some estimates, one can view two to five
million swallows in one evening. Comparing this to the estimate of the
North American Tree Swallow population of 20 million, at least 10 percent
of the world's population can be spending the night at this southern roost site.
This swallow tornado is likely the most under-appreciated natural phenome- Escape to warm and sunny South Africa, where we stay in lovely
non in the United States. The cost of this wonderful journey is $2,298. With lodges, in prime birding localities, at a peak birding time! Our touring
member discount: $1,898. Call today to reserve your spot! will be done in three different Provinces: Gauteng, Mpumalanga, and
Kwazulu-Natal. Plan for a relaxing vacation, with three nights spent in
Sea Turtle Rescue three of the five venues, and not too much traveling. Wildlife viewing
December 5 - 7, 2014 Three Days! will be superb, with the list of possible bird species exceeding 500, of
In early December, the Cape Cod beaches become the last hope for sea tur- which 69 are endemic or near-endemic to southern Africa. Many of
tles like Kemps, Ridley, Green, Loggerhead, and Hawk’s Bill that are these are range restricted. Some interesting mammals are also on the
stunned by the cold water and end up stranded along the coast. Join Priscilla list, with 66 possible species, including big ones such as lion, elephant,
Wood and work with local marine-life rescue squads to help safely locate Cape Buffalo, rhinoceros and leopard. Fee: $6,335. With member
and transport these fragile marine reptiles to safe haven. Scour the Cape, discount $5,835. Leader: Rob Taylor. Cape of Good Hope
Chatham to Provincetown, without the crowds of summer, and be magically extension available. If you have already been to East Africa, this is a
absorbed into the wildness of the outer Cape, its grass-topped dunes, empty great next step in your travel portfolio! Limited group size. Call now!
beaches, and ceaseless crashing waves. Expect the rare and unusual. Fee:
$835. With member discount: $635.

Arkansas: Bottomland Adventure

January 4 - 11, 2015 Eight Days!
Join our ninth exciting expedition into southern woodland primeval forest
that once hosted the Ivory-billed Woodpecker, and perhaps still does! Enjoy
the exclusive lodge and great food. Experience the history and tales of the
elusive “Grail Bird.” This tour is by special arrangement in an area that is not
open to the public. Fee: $2,795. With member discount: $2,495. Henslow’s
Sparrow, Trumpeter Swan, Red-cockaded Woodpecker, and clouds of wa-
terfowl in the heart of America’s rice belt! Leader: TBD.

Classic Tanzania Safari

January 7 - 20, 2015 13 Days!
Visit at the best time to view the animals of the Serengeti! Lions, cheetahs,
hyenas, and other predators are especially visible during this season. Visit
Ngorongoro Crater, described as the eighth wonder of the world, Lake Man-
yara National Park in the Great Rift Valley, and Oldupai Gorge, where the
Leakeys made their famous archeological discoveries of early hominids.
Travelers will be accompanied by Milan Bull, Connecticut Audubon’s Sen-
ior Director of Science and Conservation, who has led this trip for many
years. Fee: $5,285. With member discount: $4,885. Zanzibar or Kilimanjaro
Trek extensions available.

New Zealand: Birds and Landscapes

January 13 - 28, 2015 16 Days!
Tucked away on the southern rim of the Pacific, New Zealand is a land with
an enchanting and refreshing nature. While a morning may be greeted high
in majestic mountains, the afternoon may be spent on the sea watching glid-
ing albatrosses and porpoising fur seals. It’s a diverse, ever-changing land,
full of awe-inspiring natural spectacles. While concentrating on birds, wild-
life, and plant communities, this journey of discovery also allows participants
to view the most scenically spectacular corners of this amazing country. The
magnificent rain forests and dramatic coastline are particular foci, as well as
a visit with the threatened, flightless Kiwi and many other endangered birds.
Leader: Jay Hand. Fee: $6,498. With member discount: $5,998.
Island Escape: Dominca and St. Lucia
February 1 - 9, 2015 Nine Days!
Explore the two “birdiest” islands in the Caribbean’s Lesser Antilles. These
peaceful islands lend themselves to finding some great endemic birds as well
as relaxation in a green environment of warm tropical breezes. Experienced
birder Nick Bonomo returns to these two islands in search of great looks at
Imperial Parrot, Red-necked Parrot, Saint Lucia Parrot, and the lovely Saint
Lucia Oriole. Birding in a relaxed tropical setting—nothing better! This is a
great trip for a birder with a non-birding spouse. Fee: $3,598. With member
discount: $3,098.
Montauk Escape
February 4 - 6, 2015 3 Days!
The town of Montauk, on the far eastern tip of Long Island, is one of the best
winter birding spots. The open ocean and the harbor provide opportunities to
see many winter waterfowl not so commonly seen in Connecticut. Eiders,
gulls, alcids, grebes, loons, and other winter specialties are among the many
birds one can expect. Enjoy the quiet of an off-season resort town, birds, and
the fresh air of winter beaches. Fee: $735. With member discount: $635.
Leader: Andy Griswold.
CLASSIC COSTA RICA
February 21 - March 1, 2015 Nine Days!
Costa Rica is a Mecca for naturalists. Although slightly smaller than West
Virginia, it has more species of mammals and birds than the continental
United States and Canada combined, unmatched flora, and a world-famous
national park system. The itinerary includes many diverse habitats and nine
days of fascinating animals and plants in a beautiful, peaceful place. Enjoy
Resplendent Quetzal and 30-plus hummingbird species. Leader Joe Bear
and great local guides will show you what makes Costa Rica a great birding
hotspot! Fee: $3,998. With member discount: $3,498.
Galapagos: Islands of Discovery
February 28 - March 9, 2015 10 Days!
Galapagos is the world’s greatest living laboratory for study and observation
of nature. Over centuries, animal and plant life reached the islands and grad-
ually evolved into new life forms found nowhere else on earth. Opportunities
for photography are unparalleled, animals showing no fear of humans. Sea
lions, iguanas, and penguins are in arm’s reach. Fee: $5,495. With member
discount: $4,795. Ecuadorian Highland, Machu Picchu, and Quito ex-
tensions available. Leader: Milan Bull. Other departure dates available.
Cuba Bird Survey
March 18 - 30, 2015 13 Days!
CAS is offering an exclusive, licensed bird survey in Cuba. This program
has a nearly 20-year history as a conservation project focused on understand-
ing Cuba’s importance as a wintering habitat for migratory birds. Travel with
a small authorized group and local guides through rarely explored parts of
Cuba, the Caribbean’s largest and most ecologically diverse island nation,
home to 24 endemic birds, including the world’s smallest, the Bee Hum-
mingbird; one of the rarest woodpeckers, Fernandina’s Flicker; and the mag-
nificent, elusive Blue-headed Quail-Dove. Leader: Rob Taylor. Fee: $5,250.
With member discount: $5,150.
Machu Picchu with Lucy Bingham
April 14 - 25, 2015 12 Days!
Follow the footsteps of the Incas and explorer Hiram Bingham! Leader is
Lucy Bingham, a Connecticut native, outstanding travel writer, and
granddaughter of Hiram. Visit one of the world’s deepest canyons and
search for Andean Condor. Hike to ruins and relax in some of the finest
hot-springs imaginable. Visit Lake Titicaca for a boat trip. Take a classic
railway journey across the high plains to explore Cusco, the former Inca
Capital, full of culture and history. Travel through the Sacred Valley of
the Incas to explore the awe-inspiring lost city of Machu Picchu. Optional
post-tour trekking on the Inca Trail. Fee: $4,798. With member discount:
$4,298. A bucket list tour, for sure!
Cornwall: A Walk on the Wild Side
May 2015 11 Days!
Immerse yourself in heath-lands, tropical valleys, moors, and legends of
Cornwall, England. Connect with nature along coastal paths, beaches,
and lanes bordered by carpets of brilliant spring flowers and hedgerows.
Enjoy clean air and quiet as you explore this land of DeMaurier and Pol-
dark on adventurous walks through the countryside. Martin Hunt, your
personable local guide, knows the flora and fauna, geology, history, folk-
lore, foot paths, tea houses, and scenic villages off the beaten track. Fee:
$3,795. With member discount: $3,395. Leader: Priscilla Wood.
Explore Cape Cod
May 14 - 17, 2015 Four Days!
Explore the Cape before the onslaught of summer tourists. Besides scour-
ing the beaches and inlets, you will find birding and more to keep you
intrigued—all found at the edge of a marine environment and the world’s
largest glacial peninsula. Visit Massachusetts Audubon’s facility and
Cape Cod National Seashore. Enjoy the birds, gardens, and beaches in
Provincetown, Falmouth, Chatham, and Eastham. Participants will be
magically absorbed into the early spring wildness of the outer Cape, its
grass-topped dunes, sprawling beaches, and ceaseless crashing waves.
Leader: Priscilla Wood. Fee: $1,150. With member discount $950.
Minnesota and North Dakota
June 6 - 14, 2015 Nine Days!
This two-state tour represents one of the best kept secrets in birding, near-
ly unequalled anywhere in the United States. This area is home to numer-
ous sparrows, ducks, grebes, and warblers that cannot be found in such
concentrations anywhere else.
Leaders: Jay Hand and Nick
Bonomo. Fee: $2,998. With member discount: $2,598.
Iceland: Land of Ice and Fire
June 9 - 20, 2015 12 Days!
Visit Iceland and you’ll enter a whole new realm of experience! You’ll
discover unspoiled nature as you’ve never seen it before, and the equally
original people for whom timeless nature, ancient heritage, and modern
lifestyle coexist in harmony. The freedom to roam in the city or the wilds
as you please, to explore, and to have fun are key to the Iceland experi-
ence. Visit all that makes Iceland unique, including the famed Blue La-
goon, bird-filled islands, and intriguing geological features. Leaders:
Andy Jones and Andy Griswold. Fee: $5,998. With member dis-
count: $4,998. A dream destination for many!
 FREE EVENT!!! Get Started Birding!
Sunday, September 14 3PM to 5PM
Have you always wanted to get out and start bird watching more
seriously? Birding is one of the top two hobbies in the country, second
only to gardening! Here is your opportunity to find out what it takes, as
Connecticut Audubon Society’s expert guides will be on hand to tell you
about binoculars, spotting scopes, and field guides to get you started. The
event is FREE and the experts happy to evaluate any equipment you may
already have and make suggestions if you’re interested in upgrading.
Learn about the extensive birding opportunities offered through
Connecticut Audubon Society’s EcoTravel program.
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June 11 - 14, 2015 Four Days!
The Connecticut Lakes region is the pristine area at the northern tip of Call 860-767-0660
New Hampshire offering unlimited, unspoiled wilderness. This is
the center of the North Country’s moose habitat where the mighty
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Connecticut River is born. Birds may include Spruce Grouse, Black-
backed Woodpecker, Gray Jay, Yellow-bellied Flycatcher, and Boreal Nova Scotia
Chickadee. Stay at a peaceful lakeside lodge and hike to the August 2015 Nine Days! Leader: Andy Griswold
headwaters where one can straddle the river as it begins its 410-mile
journey south to Long Island Sound. Includes transportation from The Pantanal: Birds and Jaguars
Connecticut. Fee: $1,198. With member discount: $998. Leader: October 2015 12 Days! Leader: Nick Bonomo
Priscilla Wood.
Italy: Under the Tuscan Sun
October 2015 12 Days! Leader: Pricilla Wood

Yosemite, Kings Canyon, and Sequoia NP

South Dakota’s Black Hills and Badlands October 2015 8 Days! Leader: Andy Griswold
June 22 - 26, 2015 Five Days!
Stay at the beautiful Spearfish Canyon Lodge as our base for the four Grand Canyon National Park and Sedona
nights and five days. The lodge, built and decorated in the style of the November 2015 7 Days! Leader: Priscilla Wood
old lodges of the West , lies deep in the heart of one of the most
breathtakingly beautiful canyons in the world and nestles alongside Texas: The Coast, Valley, and Hills
lofty pines and spectacular cliffs., where nature takes over and opens April 2016 10 Days! Leader: Jay Hand
your mind to the world outside. Mount Rushmore, Badlands National
Park , Wind Cave National Park, and Crazy Horse Monument are all Ask about our National Park Travel Series!
destinations on this tour. Expected birds include Red-naped Sapsucker,
Say’s Phoebe, Mountain Bluebird, and Lark Bunting. Fee: $2,298.
With member discount: $1,998. Leader: Duane Weber. Front Cover: Leopard - Nihal Jabin