???Tis the Season to Celebrate Nature!
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HOODED-MERGANSER BY ED HUGHES
December 2017 Highlights from the Audubon Society of Rhode Island????
Join the Audubon experts on a winter birding trip, search for owls on the evening trails, or create a festive wreath that entices your feathered friends. Take a break from the holiday rush and celebrate the natural world with your family this season!
Unless noted, registration is required for all programs.
Register online through the events calendar at www.asri.org??
A complete listing of programs is detailed in the Audubon Nature
Tours and Programs , a free guide to connecting with the natural world. Download a copy online at www.asri.org
Owl Prowl at Fisherville Brook
Audubon Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, Exeter, RI
December 1, 2017; 7:00 ??? 9:00 pm
Head out on the trails for an evening of fun learning about the owls of Rhode Island. Start with a presentation on these amazing creatures and visit with one of Audubon’s live owls, then walk the evening trails in search of these intriguing birds in their nature setting.????
Dress warmly and bring a flashlight.
Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter, RI; Fee: $10/member adult, $5/member child; $14/non-member adult, $7/non-member child. Ages: 7+.
Register through the events calendar at www.asri.org.
Winter Birding Van Trip:
Waterfowl and Seabirds at the Shore
December 2, 2017; 8:00 am ??? 4:00 pm
Join Audubon for a trip to Rhode Island’s coastal habitats and ponds in search of winter waterfowl and seabirds.
Stop at birding hot spots to search for a variety of waterfowl including Barrow’s Golden-eye, Canvasback, Eider and more.??
We’ll be visiting scenic coastal locations such as Trustom Pond, Point Judith, Quonochontaug Pond and more.
Please bring a lunch and optics. Dress for the weather.
Departs from Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter, RI; Program Fee: $50/member; $60/non-member. Ages: 16+.????
Register through the events calendar at www.asri.org
Audubon Society of Rhode Island
Audubon Christmas Tree Sale and Photos with Santa
Audubon Environmental Education Center, Bristol, RI
December 2, 2017; 9:00 am ??? 3:00 pm
Come pick out your freshly cut Christmas tree, grown locally on a Rhode Island tree farm. After browsing for your tree, your child???s picture can be taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Seasonal crafts and activities for children will be available and food donations will be collected for the local food bank.
Admission is free.
Audubon Environmental Education Center, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI.
Audubon Holiday Craft Fair
Artisan Gifts with a Natural Flair
Audubon Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, Smithfield, RI
December 2, 2017; 10:00 am ??? 4:00 pm
With local vendors selling a variety of nature and wildlife related wares, you are sure to find perfect gifts for the nature enthusiasts on your list. Jewelry, children’s items, ornaments, stationery and other locally made treats are just a few items to choose from.
The Audubon Nature Shop will also be featuring a variety of bird feeders, seed and field guides.
Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI.