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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T130000
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SUMMARY:Field Reptiles in Connecticut
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/field-reptiles-in-connecticut/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Nature Center,Nature Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T120923Z
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SUMMARY:Birds of Prey
DESCRIPTION:See some amazing birds of prey presented by the Earthplace staff on the porch of the Nature Center.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/birds-of-prey-4/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Nature Center,Nature Presentation
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T110000
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SUMMARY:Purple Martin Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/purple-martin-bird-banding-2/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Nature Center,Nature Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T150000
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SUMMARY:Marsh to Mill Pond Hike - CT Trails Day
DESCRIPTION:Explore the northernmost edges of the Park.  Meet at the Nature Center for a walk to explore the marshy shoreline of the park\, led by a former CT Audubon Society Environmental Educator. We’ll pause to listen for Marsh Wren and Clapper/Virginia Rail with Merlin bird sound ID app.  Diamondback Terrapin may be seen sunning along the banks. We’ll pass within binocular view of the Bald Eagle nest.  This brushy area of the park is home to Bobcat\, Coyote and Red Fox\, though we are unlikely to spot them in mid-day. Pace will be exploratory.  There are paths most of the way\, but be prepared for brush and possible mud along the salt marsh. Dress in long pants\, long-sleeved shirt and hat to keep away bugs.  If using spray\, please apply away from others.  Thanks! \nPre-registration is APPRECIATED. Questions and/or participant registration\, contact the leader\, michelemsorensen@gmail.com
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/marsh-to-mill-pond-hike/
LOCATION:Nature Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
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SUMMARY:Kayak Paddle - CT Trails Day
DESCRIPTION:See Sherwood Island from the water!  Join us for an early morning paddle with Michele\, a retired Coastal Kayak Instructor with twenty years teaching experience. Bring your own kayak\, canoe\, or other paddlecraft\, as well as a pump/bailer.  A life vest and whistle/horn are required by CT state boating regulations. Your life vest must be worn for this event. We recommend a waterproof VHF radio or cell phone.  It’s a long carry over the beach\, so bring a kayak cart (with wide wheels for sand) if you have one.  We will help each other.\n The event begins promptly at 8:15 am (high tide is at 8:29 am) and ends at 11:00 am\, so plan to arrive as soon as the Park opens at 8 am.\n\nMeet at the furthest east end of the parking lot near the Nature Center\, on the beach side.\n\nWe’ll paddle into the salt marsh behind the park while the tide is rising/slack. Then we’ll paddle the length of the Sherwood Island shoreline\, west to the entrance of Mill Pond\, and return to our launch point on the open beach. Your guide will point out turtle hatchlings\, crabs and birds along the way.  Optional: Bring waterproof binoculars for spotting birds\, and/or a waterproof camera. Pre-registration is APPRECIATED.  Contact michelemsorensen@gmail with questions. Please REGISTER: https://trailsday.org/events/kayak-paddle/
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/kayak-paddle-ct-trails-day/
LOCATION:East Beach
CATEGORIES:Paddle Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T153000
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SUMMARY:Beach to Beach Walk - CT Trails Day
DESCRIPTION:Discover Sherwood Island! Go beach to beach on a Fun Walk along Long island Sound- discover habitats\, inhabitants\, birding locations\, viewing platforms\, a purple martin enclave\, and other special features of this waterfront Gateway park. Other park points of interest include Connecticut’s 9/11 Memorial\, model aircraft Airport\, Trail heads\, wetlands\, and a pine forest. Comfortable shoes\, Hats & or Sun Protection recommended.\nPre-registration is APPRECIATED. Questions and/or participant Registration\, contact the leader\, Louis Pietig at ldpiet@aol.com \nRegister here: https://trailsday.org/events/beach-to-beach-walk/
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/beach-to-beach-walk-ct-trails-day/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20240506T114619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240519T235419Z
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SUMMARY:Archaeological Walk Through History - CT Trails Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Archaeology Walk on the Sherwood Island History Trail.  The walk will be led by Archaeologists Dawn Brown and Ernie Wiegand. The walk will include points of interest\, terrain\, and examining the traces of past inhabitants of Sherwood Island\, from 1000 B.C. to the 1940s. The leader will share findings from recent excavations\, including Native American\, early settlers\, and onion farmers. \nAlong the trail\, various sites will be described and examined\, and various artifacts\, maps\, old photos\, and recent recoveries will be used to bring the island’s past inhabitants to life.Pre-registration is APPRECIATED  \nQuestions and/or participant Registration\, contact:  Louis Pietig 203-858-6215 \n\nEvent Leader(s)\n\n\nErnie Weigand & Dawn Brown \nRain cancels
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/archaeological-walk-through-history/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:History Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240526T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240526T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20240519T231637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T002508Z
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SUMMARY:What's Crawling Up the Beach?
DESCRIPTION:Walk the East Beach with our Environmental Educators looking for state-protected horseshoe crabs and diamondback terrapins (turtles) that come ashore in May and June to lay eggs in the sand. Wear water shoes and knee-length pants. \nBring your cameras.  Suitable for the whole family.  Free. \nMeet at the Nature Center.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/whats-crawling-up-the-beach/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20240311T221826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T150456Z
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SUMMARY:Early Bird Earth Days - dune restoration
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday or Sunday\, April 13 & 14 from 10 am to 2 pm to plant our next 100 foot+ section of beach grass in the East dunes. \nUConn Master Gardeners will be on hand to guide your plantings\, and answer questions about native coastal habitat. \nWe’ll also have buckets so you and your family can do a beach trash pick up to add to our “collection\,” which you can help us sort to figure out the bad actors (cigarette filters\, straw wrappers\, bottle caps?). \nFriends of Sherwood Island Board President\, Michele Sorensen\, will be on hand both days\, along with Board members Magnus Larsson\, Erica Caldwell and Margaret Farley\, to talk about the Friends’ work and events at the Park.  Our Board is looking for a new Treasurer\, a Youth Representative and a Membership Liaison for the June 2024-May 2025 term. \nWe are always excited to add members to our standing committees:  Friends’ Garden Team\, Marketing & Communications\, Shorefest fundraiser\, Nature Center and Advocacy.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/early-bird-earth-days-dune-restoration/
LOCATION:East Beach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20240129T162526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T220623Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Photography Walk
DESCRIPTION:Two professional and two hobbyist photographers will give tips on how to get unique nature close-ups\, portraits in nature and landscapes on a walk along the West Beach.  Join Alison Wachstein\, Patricia McMahon\, David Anastasia and Friends’ President Michele Sorensen for this fun\, informal\, free event using your own cellphone cameras. \nMeet at the Main Pavilion by the large mosaic on the East side. \nHandicapped accessible for those who can walk or ride on firm surfaces. \nDogs on short leashes (7′) are welcome.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/nature-photography-walk/
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20240121T014359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240121T014515Z
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SUMMARY:Nature's Winter Lovers - Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Park Ranger Melanie and Master Wildlife Conservationist Ginny on a walk along the shores and into the woods to find dens and nests of mammals and birds that start families in the month of February!
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/february-11/
LOCATION:Main Pavilion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240101T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20231214T005952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T013657Z
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SUMMARY:First Day Hike: Shore and More!
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of Sherwood Island State Park invite people of all ages to a First Day Hike and Nature Walk on Monday\, January 1\, starting at 11 am. Meet at the Main Pavilion in front of the mosaic by local artist Claudia Schattman\, located on the east side.\nOur pace will be moderate to keep warm.  We encourage you to bring binoculars to spot loons and winter ducks as we walk the entire length of the beach\, about 45-60 minutes.  For those who want a longer walk\, we’ll then head into the woods along the history trail.  Bitter cold\, high winds or rain will cancel.  Contact Hike Leader Michele at 203-247-1390 or on email at michelemsorensen@gmail.com with questions.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/first-day-hike-shore-and-more-2/
LOCATION:Main Pavilion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231031T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20230909T161952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230909T234539Z
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SUMMARY:SHOREFEST 2023 - Thank you to all our attendees\, donors\, and volunteers who made this a terrific event (donor list).
DESCRIPTION:We would like to thank the following who donated items to our Silent Auction and made it such a success. Please visit these businesses and thank them for their support of the Friends of Sherwood Island State Park. \nAsami Green\nAspetuck Brew Lab\nAustin Rolf\nBartaco\nBowlero Norwalk\nCopps Island Oysters\nDeTapas\nDon Carmelo’s Mexican Grill\nDouble L Market\nEileen Fisher Westport\nFine Wine Company of Westport\nFisherman’s World Norwalk\nFLB Law\nFresh Market Westport\nGilbertie’s\nGruel Britannia\nHair – In Fairfield\nHudson Malone\nIzzo & Son Country Gardens\nJim Beschle\nJohnny Was Westport\nLiquor Center\nLomito Peruvian Food\nLongshore Sailing Schools\nLux Bond & Green\nMiggs Burroughs\nThe Naan\nNinety 9 Bottles\nNomade\nNorwalk Pizza and Pasta\nOliver Nurseries\nPosh Paws\nPosh Spas\nProspect Gardens\nRizzuto’s Oyster Bar\nRomanacci\nSalt Cave of Darien\nSaugatuck Fishing Guides & Captain Blake Smith\nSaugatuck Sweets\nTengda Asian Bistro Westport\nTrader Joe’s Westport\nThe Toy Post Westport\nTutti’s\nValencia Luncheria\nWestport Country Playhouse\nWestport Farmer’s Market
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/shorefest-2023-thank-you-to-all-our-attendees-donors-and-volunteers-who-made-this-a-terrific-event-donor-list/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20230611T013017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T020220Z
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SUMMARY:Shorefest 2023
DESCRIPTION:SUPPORT THE FRIENDS\, SUPPORT THE PARK!\nSHOREFEST 2023\n \nSEPTEMBER 8    6-9 PM\nTHE PAVILION AT SHERWOOD ISLAND STATE PARK \nANNUAL FUNDRAISER\nWITH DINNER & SILENT AUCTION\nTicket sales have ended\, but please take a moment to visit our Donate page and learn about the different programs you can support!!
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/shorefest-2023/
LOCATION:Main Pavilion
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230723T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230723T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20230611T011217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T200200Z
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SUMMARY:Birds of Prey
DESCRIPTION:At the Nature Center. In partnership with Earthplace.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/birds-of-prey-2/
CATEGORIES:Nature Center,Nature Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20230611T010322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230611T010322Z
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SUMMARY:Purple Martin Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:At the Nature Center
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/purple-martin-bird-banding/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Nature Center,Nature Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230618T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230618T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20230611T005823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230611T005854Z
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SUMMARY:Horseshoe Crab Talk & Walk
DESCRIPTION:At the Nature Center.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/horseshoe-crab-talk-walk/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Nature Center,Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230611T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230611T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20230611T152934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230611T152934Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of Sherwood Island State Park will hold its Annual Meeting on Sunday\, June 11 from 4:00-6:00 PM at the Main Pavilion. All are welcome. Entrance to the Park is free for CT license plate vehicles. \nThe Annual Meeting is an opportunity for all Members and prospective Members to gather\, make new friends\, meet our Board\, learn more about our non-profit organization\, and discuss our plans to support the park. You’ll meet the Park’s new Supervisor\, Jeff Dery\, and some of his staff. We’ll introduce our 2023 Nature Center Summer Interns. \nOfficial Slate for 2023-2024 Board of Directors \nThe following slate of Officers and Directors was recommended by the Nominating Committee and approved by the current Board. It will be presented for a vote by registered/dues-paid members at the Annual Meeting. \nOFFICERS \nPresident – Michele Sorensen \nVice President – Jamie Van Acker \nTreasurer – Cathy Walsh  Secretary – Magnus Larsson \nDIRECTORS \nLuise Bianco\, Gene Borio\, Toni Boucher\, Erica Caldwell\, Margaret Farley – New\, Al Gratrix – New\, Justin Juliano – Youth Representative\, Karen Kleine – New\, Liz-Ann Koos\, Matt Raimondi\, and Matt Sportini \nThe following current Directors will not be continuing for the 2023-2024 term. We thank them for their hard work and contributions.  \nDr. Tom Failla\, Craig Patton\, and Darcy Sledge
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/2023-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Main Pavilion
CATEGORIES:Members
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230604T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230604T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20230503T113045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T113045Z
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SUMMARY:Archaeology Walk - CT Trails Day Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Archaeology Walk on the Sherwood Island History Trail. The walk will be led by Archaeologists Dawn Brown and Ernie Wiegand. The walk will include points of interest\, terrain\, and examining the traces of past inhabitants of Sherwood Island\, from 1000 B.C. to the 1940s. The leader will share findings from recent excavations\, including Native American\, early settlers\, and onion farmers. \nAlong the trail\, various sites will be described and examined\, and various artifacts\, maps\, old photos\, and recent recoveries will be used to bring the island’s past inhabitants to life. \nLeaders: Archaeologists Dawn Brown and Ernie Wiegand \nTotal Distance: 1.5 miles \nMeeting Place: Meet at the Sherwood Island State Park Nature Center. Ask at the Park gate\, turn left at East Beach\, parking lot is adjacent to the Nature Center. \nRain Plan & Registration Details: Rain cancels. \nPre-registration is APPRECIATED. \nQuestions and/or participant registration\, contact: Cece Saunders\, cece@historicalperspectives.org\, 203-858-6215
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/archaeology-walk-ct-trails-day-weekend/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:History Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230604T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20230531T004643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T004643Z
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SUMMARY:Horseshoe Crab Walk
DESCRIPTION:Kyra Lerner\, a volunteer with Sacred Heart University’s Project Limulus and a former Sherwood Island Nature Center Intern\, will lead a talk and walk about Horseshoe Crabs on Sunday\, June 4 at 11 am.  The event meets & departs from the Nature Center porch.  Be prepared to wade in shallow water along the shore.  After learning about the crabs’ distinctive biology\, life cycle\, medical uses\, and conservation needs\, we’ll walk to the beach to find and tag adult females coming ashore to lay eggs. \nFREE. No registration is needed.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/horseshoe-crab-walk/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20230503T112604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T112604Z
UID:6405-1685800800-1685806200@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Nature Walk - CT Trails Day Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Discover Sherwood Island! Go beach to beach and discover habitats\, inhabitants\, and special features (9/11 Memorial\, Model Airport\, wetlands\, pine forest) of this waterfront Gateway park. \nGo beach to beach on a Fun Walk along Long Island Sound- discover habitats\, inhabitants\, birding locations\, viewing platforms\, a purple martin enclave\, and other special features of this waterfront Gateway park. Other points of park interest include Connecticut’s 9/11 Memorial\, model aircraft Airport\, Trailheads\, wetlands\, and a pine forest. \nLeader(s): Louis Pietig \nTotal Distance: 2.5 miles \nMeeting Place: Meet at the Sherwood Island State Park Nature Center. Ask at the Park gate\, turn left at East Beach\, parking lot is adjacent to the Nature Center. \nRain Plan & Registration Details: Rain or shine. \nPre-registration is APPRECIATED. \nQuestions and/or participant registration\, contact: Louis Pietig\, cttopsail@aol.com\, 203-858-6215
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/nature-walk-ct-trails-day-weekend/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20230503T111532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T111532Z
UID:6401-1685800800-1685804400@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Butterfly Walk - CT Trails Day Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Join butterfly hobbyist Michele Sorensen to explore the gardens and natural areas around the Park’s Nature Center in search of caterpillars\, skippers\, moths and butterflies. We may see Mourning Cloak\, Pearl Crescent\, Question Mark\, Monarch\, Cabbage White\, Orange or Clouded Sulphurs\, tiny Gray Hairstreaks & Blues\, and Black or Tiger Swallowtails. Likely Skippers are Peck’s and Silver-spotted. Last year Common Buckeyes were everywhere\, as were Monarchs. It will be fun to see which ones predominate this season. Michele is part of the Friends of Sherwood Island Garden Team\, which has planted dozens of perennials and shrubs in the park to attract butterflies. She will point out plants that are good host plants for your garden. \nBring binoculars and a camera or smartphone. You’ll learn how to report your findings on iNaturalist so scientists anywhere can see how these insects are doing. Children are welcome. We recommend age 4 and up\, as butterflies are small\, and don’t stay still\, so they can be difficult for younger ones to spot. \nLeader: Michele Sorensen \nTotal Distance: 1 mile \nMeeting Place: Meet at the Sherwood Island State Park Nature Center. Ask at the Park gate\, turn left at East Beach\, parking lot is adjacent to the Nature Center. \nRain Plan & Registration: Rain cancels. Pre-registration is APPRECIATED. \nQuestions and/or participant registration\, contact: Michele Sorensen\, michelemsorensen@gmail.com\, 203-247-1390
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/butterfly-walk-ct-trails-day-weekend/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20230503T111017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T111208Z
UID:6395-1685784600-1685799000@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Kayak Paddle - CT Trails Day Weekend
DESCRIPTION:See Sherwood Island from the water! Join us for an afternoon paddle\, as we explore the shoreline of the park. Bring your own kayak\, canoe\, or other paddlecraft\, as well as a pump/bailer. A life vest and whistle/horn are required by CT state boating regulations. Your life vest must be worn for this event. We recommend a waterproof VHF radio or cell phone. It’s a long carry over the beach\, so bring a kayak cart (with wide wheels for sand) if you have one. We will help each other. \nThe event begins promptly at 9:30 AM (high tide is at 11:27 AM) and ends at 1:30 PM\, so plan to arrive by 9:15 AM. We’ll do a safety check & demonstration on the beach for life vest fit\, seaworthy vessel\, and emergency gear. We’ll paddle into the salt marsh behind the park while the tide is rising. Then we’ll paddle the length of the Sherwood Island shoreline\, west to the entrance of Mill Pond\, and return to our launch point on the open beach. Your guide will point out birds along the way\, and show you how to safely exit and enter your kayak from deep water just off the beach. Michele is a retired Coastal Kayak Instructor with twenty years teaching experience. Optional: Bring waterproof binoculars for spotting birds\, and/or a waterproof camera. \nLeader: Michele Sorensen \nTotal Distance: 3 miles \nMeeting Place: Drive around the circle to the East Beach Parking lot; follow the road along the shore past the Nature Center; park in front of beach almost at the end of the lot. \nRain Plan & Registration: Rain or Shine\, except heavy rain cancels. \nPre-registration is APPRECIATED. \nQuestions and/or participant registration\, contact: Michele Sorensen\, michelemsorensen@gmail.com\, 203-247-1390
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/kayak-paddle-ct-trails-day-weekend/
LOCATION:East Beach
CATEGORIES:Paddle Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230416T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20230203T013308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T013308Z
UID:6352-1681552800-1681660800@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Weekend
DESCRIPTION:April 15-16; 10 AM – 4 PM\nVisit us in the East Beach area near the concession stand to plant dune grass and learn about projects and events. \nMore details to come! \n 
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/earth-day-weekend/
LOCATION:East Beach
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230224
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20230203T012743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T131846Z
UID:6346-1677110400-1677196799@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Fairfield County Giving Day 2023
DESCRIPTION:February 23 is Fairfield County Giving Day. Help turn this bare sand into dunes! \nPlease consider donating to Friends of Sherwood Island State Park so our Garden Team can buy beach grass\, native plants & trees: \n\nto build & stabilize dunes by trapping wind-blown sand\nto help our beach resist erosion during coastal storms & full moon high tides\nto provide habitat for migrating birds\, butterflies & dragonflies\nto give resident birds\, like Killdeer & Mockingbirds\, nesting places\nso future visitors will have shaded picnic areas along the beach\n\nOn February 23\, from midnight to midnight\, use the link below to donate: \nhttps://www.fcgives.org/organizations/friends-of-sherwood-island-state-park \n#fairfieldcountygives \nhttp://Fcgives.org
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/fairfield-county-giving-day-2023/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20220602T003524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T022244Z
UID:6242-1662746400-1662757200@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Shorefest 2022
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest. Ticket sales for 2022 have closed.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/shorefest-2022/
LOCATION:Main Pavilion
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220821T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220821T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20220721T215959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220730T224541Z
UID:6304-1661090400-1661095800@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Butterfly Walk August 21
DESCRIPTION:Sunny days invite butterflies to enjoy the Park’s wildflowers! Tiger Swallowtail\, Pearl Crescent\, Variegated Fritillary\, Clouded Sulphur\, Black Swallowtail\, Monarch\, and the ubiquitous Cabbage White are some we expect to see.  Bring binoculars and camera or smartphone.\nJoin butterfly enthusiast Michele Sorensen\, as she leads the Friends’ Butterfly Walk on August 21 at 2 pm\, meeting at the Nature Center. Rain date is August 28.\nThis event is suitable for children age five or more.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/butterfly-walk-2/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220814T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220814T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20220615T032913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220807T015812Z
UID:6257-1660485600-1660489200@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Birds of Prey Encounter
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Earthplace. Two sessions: July 24 & August 14\, 2 PM @ Nature Center. More details TBA.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/birds-of-prey-encounter-2/
CATEGORIES:Nature Center,Nature Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220807T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220807T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20220621T000838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T004621Z
UID:6262-1659877200-1659880800@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Meet the Turtles
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nature Center on August 7 at 1 PM for a talk by permitted wildlife rehabilitator Pam Meier from The Turtle’s Back. Learn about and meet these important animals. All ages welcome.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/meet-the-turtles/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Nature Center,Nature Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T183905
CREATED:20220730T230306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220730T230306Z
UID:6319-1659618000-1659623400@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Bug Walk August 4 & 11
DESCRIPTION:Our Nature Center intern\, Harrison is a bug nut – Come to the Nature Center every Thursday at 1 pm for a treasure hunt to find interesting bugs in our gardens.  Create your own bug with paper cutout parts.  Try your hand drawing one with our expert help.  Learn how to report your findings on iNaturalist. We’re especially curious about which Butterflies (Lepidoptera) & Dragonflies (Odonata) are at Sherwood Island.  Harrison did an AP Biology Research project on Diptera\, Neuroptera and Mecoptera order insects.  Wow\, what are those?\nAgain on August 11.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/bug-walk-august-4-11/
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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