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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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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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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:20260421T201111
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220807T015812Z
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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
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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220731T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220731T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201111
CREATED:20220730T225853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220730T225853Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk July 31 & August 5
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Park’s birds with Nature Center intern Shane\, an environmental studies major at U of Vermont who has been birding since age 11. Bring binoculars. Meet on the Nature Center porch.\nFree.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/bird-walk-july-31-august-5/
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220724T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220724T150000
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SUMMARY:Birds of Prey Encounter
DESCRIPTION:Join us as to meet live birds of prey – an owl\, a hawk or maybe a vulture? Earthplace of Westport will share their animal ambassadors with us from 2 to 3 pm at the Nature Center. \nSiobhan will be on hand with artifacts for you to look at\, and will answer all your questions. \nTwo sessions: July 24 & August 12\, 2-3 PM @ Nature Center.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/birds-of-prey-encounter/
LOCATION:Nature Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220724T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220724T140000
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SUMMARY:Five Irish Musicians on the Porch
DESCRIPTION:Five Irish musicians will be playing some of their favorite tunes on the porch of the Nature Center at Sherwood Island\, from 1-2 pm on Sunday\, July 24. Bill Morse (Irish flute)\, Randi Weiner Gormley (mandolin) and her husband\, Dave Gormley (guitar)\, Voni Healey McCrae (bodhran) and her husband\, Jim McCrae (fiddle) are members of the Shamrogues\, the volunteer performance group of the Shamrock Traditional Irish Music Society. STIMS is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and promotion of traditional Irish music and culture. \nThe Shamrogues meet at the Gaelic American Center in Fairfield\, every Wednesday at 7pm. If you’d like to learn\, play or just listen to traditional Irish music\, please come by.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/five-irish-musicians-on-the-porch/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Nature Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220619T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220619T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201111
CREATED:20220512T200706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220615T024800Z
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SUMMARY:Horseshoe Crab Talk
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at 3:00 p.m.\, Sunday\, 6/19 at the Nature Center\, Sherwood Island State Park for a presentation on why horseshoe crabs are important to conserve for your good health and the health of the Sound. We will start at the Nature Center and then go down to the beach to look for spawning horseshoe crabs. Learn how to become a citizen scientist! Children of all ages are welcome when accompanied by a parent/adult. \nDr. Jennifer Mattei is a professor of biology at Sacred Heart University and director of Project Limulus (www.projectlimulus.org)\, a community-based research program focused on the population dynamics of the American horseshoe crab residing in Long Island Sound. Mattei is also a steering committee member of the IUCN Species Survival Commission Horseshoe Crab Specialist Group and is inviting you to participate in the promotion of International Horseshoe Crab Day\, June 20th !
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/horseshoe-crab-talk/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Nature Center,Nature Presentation,Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201111
CREATED:20220512T190404Z
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SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Sherwood Island State Park cordially invite you to attend our Annual General Meeting on Sunday\, June 12\, 2022 – at 4:30 PM in the Main Pavilion. \nFeature Presentation:\n“Coastal Habitats and Climate Change in Connecticut” \nAbout Juliana Barrett – Since 2006\, Julia has been with the University of Connecticut Sea Grant College Program and the Department of Extension\, focusing on climate change adaptation and coastal habitat management working with Connecticut’s municipalities\, nonprofit organizations\, and state and federal partners. Previously\, she worked with CT DEEP on management plans for state natural areas and for The Nature Conservancy as the Director of the Connecticut River Tidelands Last Great Places Program. \nMemorial Tribute to Nature Center Architect Peter Wormser \nRefreshments will be served.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Main Pavilion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201111
CREATED:20220525T013209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220525T013209Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday SAX on the Porch
DESCRIPTION:Live performance on the porch of the Nature Center! \nLocal college student\, Abigail Morse\, will play jazz and classical saxophone. \nCome enjoy the music and explore Sherwood Island State Park on this special day!
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/sunday-sax-on-the-porch/
CATEGORIES:Arts Events,Nature Center
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220606
DTSTAMP:20260421T201111
CREATED:20220512T193256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220529T194155Z
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SUMMARY:Connecticut Trails Day 2022
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the celebration is all weekend! Join us on June 4-5. The short version: \nSaturday\, June 4 \n\nButterfly Walk at 10 AM\nKayak Paddle at 1 PM\n\nSunday\, June 5 \n\nArchaeology Walk at 1 PM\nNature Walk at 2 PM\n\nRead on for details on all events! \nSaturday\, June 4\n10:00 AM Butterfly Walk\nJoin 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:\nCece Saunders\, cece@historicalperspectives.org\, 203-984-1488 \n1:00-4:00 PM Kayak Paddle\nSee 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 1 pm (high tide is at 3:33) and ends at 4:00 pm\, so plan to arrive by 12:45. 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:\nRain or Shine\, except heavy rain cancels.\nPre-registration is APPRECIATED. \nQuestions and/or participant registration\, contact:\nCece Saunders\, cece@historicalperspectives.org\, 203-984-1488 \nSunday\, June 5\n1:00 PM Archaeology Walk\nJoin 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:\nRain cancels.\nPre-registration is APPRECIATED. \nQuestions and/or participant registration\, contact:\nCece Saunders\, cece@historicalperspectives.org\, 203-984-1488 \n2:00 PM Nature Walk\nDiscover 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\, Trail heads\, wetlands\, and a pine forest. \nLeader(s): Louis Pietig\nTotal Distance: 2.5 miles \nMeeting Place:\nMeet 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:\nRain or shine.\nPre-registration is APPRECIATED. \nQuestions and/or participant registration\, contact:\nCece Saunders\, cece@historicalperspectives.org\, 203-984-1488
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/connecticut-trails-day-2022/
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T153000
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Saturday at the Park
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day 2022 is Friday\, April 22. But the park will be busy all weekend with visitors and events. \nOn Saturday\, April 23\, Friends of Sherwood Island will be onsite and running activities from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Look for us on the East Beach walkway near the Main Pavilion. Plans include: \n\n9:30 AM – 3:30 PM – Friends’ Garden Team Activities\n🌱Bring your reusable water bottle to get a beautiful “Protect Our Wildlife” sticker while supplies last.\n🌱Tour the Dunes Restoration project site and plant a stem of American Beach Grass.\n🌱Learn about native plant species planted for wildlife at the Park and get a list for planting at home.\nAt our table along the East Beach walkway near the Main Pavilion.\n9:30 AM – 11 AM – “Why reducing food waste is critical to a sustainable future.”\nHost: Pippa Bell Ader\, Team Leader\, Sustainable Westport Zero Food Waste Challenge\nNear our table along the East Beach walkway near the Main Pavilion.\n9:30 AM – 3:30 PM – “Protecting Wetlands”\nHost: Nathan Hartshorne\, Town of Westport Conservation Compliance Officer\nLearn how the town protects its wetlands to reduce flooding\, filter stormwater\, and benefit the ecosystem.\nNear our table along the East Beach walkway near the Main Pavilion.\n9:30 AM – 3 PM – The Country Squires\nModel airplane demonstrations and flights at the airfield.\n10 AM – 3 PM – The Kite Guys\nHost: Pete O’Gorman\, Ray Hilson\, and Lanaud Ceme\nKite flying demonstration on the Ellipse.\n11 AM – 12:30 PM – “Walk Through Sherwood Island’s History (from 12\,000 years ago)”\nHost: Cece Saunders\, Owner of Historical Perspectives in Westport\nGuided walk. Meet at our table along the East Beach walkway near the Main Pavilion.\n12:30 – 2 PM – “Salt Marshes and Marsh Migration at Sherwood Island”\nHost: Michele Sorensen\, Environmental Educator & Captain of the Friends’ Garden Team\nGuided walk. We’ll also pick up plastic waste that has floated onto the marsh. Gloves and bags provided.\nMeet at our table along the East Beach walkway near the Main Pavilion.\n2 – 3:30 PM – “Environmental Role of Trees at the Park” \nHost: Louis Pietig\, Friends of Sherwood Island Advisory Council Member\nGuided walk. Meet at our table along the East Beach walkway near the Main Pavilion.\n\nInformation will continue to be updated here. We hope to see you!
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/earth-day-saturday-at-the-park/
CATEGORIES:Nature Center,Nature Walks
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220225
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SUMMARY:Support the Park on Fairfield Giving Day
DESCRIPTION:Fairfield County’s Giving Day is our region’s largest annual philanthropic event! Powered by Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, Giving Day is made possible by thousands of generous people who care. \nIn 2022 giving back to the park where we’ve found solace outdoors through all the months of the pandemic makes sense. Giving to support the wildlife habitat at Sherwood Island State Park is a gift that keeps on giving. \nThis year\, you can choose from two vital Friends projects to support: \n\nGive to the Friends’ Garden Team – The Friends’ Garden Team works year-round to restore dune habitat\, create and curate more pollinator-friendly habitat\, and ensure that new plantings would be natives that improve habitat for birds\, butterflies\, bees\, dragonflies\, turtles\, mammals\, and other wildlife.\nGive to the 100 Trees Campaign – Our 100 Trees Campaign has two long-term projects: to restore the owl habitat in the evergreen grove and to replace trees lost in storms. This year the Trees Campaign plans to increase the owl habitat area four-fold with your help!
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/support-the-park-on-fairfield-giving-day/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220101T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220101T133000
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SUMMARY:First Day Hike: Shore and More
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by CT DEEP as part of a statewide celebration of the New Year.  \nStart 2022 outside! Our guided 2-2.5 mile hike starts and ends at the Nature Center. We’ll talk about geology\, history\, birds\, and more. We’ll walk along the shore\, past the 9/11 Memorial\, Archaeology Trail\, and visit one of the few coastal pine forests in CT. Uneven surfaces\, but very little elevation gain. Wear sturdy shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. \nAdvance reservation is requested. Register here. \nGuide: Louis Pietig\, former FoSI Chair
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/first-day-hike-shore-and-more/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210910T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210910T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201111
CREATED:20210612T155050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T120839Z
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SUMMARY:Shorefest 2021
DESCRIPTION:The ticket sale period for Shorefest 2021 has ended. We look forward to a beautiful evening with all of our guests in the Main Pavilion on Friday\, September 10. If you missed out on buying a ticket but would still like to support our environmental restoration\, advocacy\, and educational programs work\, you can donate online today. Thank you!
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/shorefest/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210822T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210822T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201111
CREATED:20210612T154056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210804T193843Z
UID:5939-1629640800-1629648000@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Native American Herbal Favorites
DESCRIPTION:Native Americans know and use hundreds of species of herbs. The Garden Team will show you a dozen in our garden. Join us at the Nature Center.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/native-american-herbal-favorites/
CATEGORIES:Nature Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210815T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210815T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201111
CREATED:20210729T213131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T213131Z
UID:6095-1629034200-1629041400@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Birds of Prey
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Westport’s Earthplace brings their birds of prey to the Nature Center.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/birds-of-prey/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210725T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210725T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201111
CREATED:20210612T153059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210724T155816Z
UID:5936-1627221600-1627228800@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Plants for Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Learn by seeing. Find the plants with the most bees\, butterflies\, and other insects to learn the best plants to help our pollinator insects thrive. Join us at the Nature Center.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/plants-for-pollinators/
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210718T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201112
CREATED:20210612T151902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210612T151902Z
UID:5934-1626616800-1626624000@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Birds & Berries!
DESCRIPTION:We’ve planted blueberries\, raspberries\, and blackberries for the birds.  Let’s see what birds we can find who’ve discovered our patch. Bring binoculars and meet at the Nature Center.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/birds-berries/
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201112
CREATED:20210619T205704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210708T135435Z
UID:5969-1626253200-1626260400@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Purple Martins Banding
DESCRIPTION:There is a thriving Purple Martin colony located adjacent to the Nature Center. Each spring\, the birds return to breed. When the babies are large enough\, we (carefully!) lower each colony gourd to count\, weigh\, and band the young. This year\, there are approximately 112 fledglings that will be recorded. You can attend to observe and ask questions.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/test-event/
CATEGORIES:Nature Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210704T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210704T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201112
CREATED:20210703T211356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210703T211356Z
UID:6059-1625403600-1625407200@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Music on the Porch
DESCRIPTION:Take a trip to the park to enjoy live music outdoors! \nJoin us on the Nature Center porch for some impromptu Saxophone and Flute music at 1:00 PM on Sunday\, July 4! Two local volunteers will perform Jazz\, classical\, and Irish music in addition to patriotic songs. Happy Fourth of July! \nThe Nature Center also has perfect activities for any weather. We have shady picnic tables\, arts and crafts\, animals\, photos\, maps\, and information. \nCome out to the park and join the fun!
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/music-on-the-porch/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Arts Events,Nature Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210627T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201112
CREATED:20210612T151041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210622T203518Z
UID:5929-1624802400-1624809600@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Meet Two Turtle Experts & Some Turtles
DESCRIPTION:Herpetologists are scientists who study reptiles. Our guests today are turtle rehabilitators. They help turtles who’ve been injured so they can be released back into the wild. Sherwood Island State Park has wild\, resident Diamondback Terrapins (DBT) and Snapping Turtles. Join us at the Nature Center. \nPam Meyer is associated with Northeast Partners in Amphibian & Reptile Conservation (northeastparc.org). Erik Koniger was formerly with the NY Dept of Environmental Conservation and has been interested in turtles since boyhood.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/turtles-encounter/
CATEGORIES:Nature Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201112
CREATED:20210612T145931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210612T150508Z
UID:5922-1623592800-1623600000@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Butterfly Walk
DESCRIPTION:Let’s see what our Nature Center gardens have attracted!  We might find Monarch\, Clouded Sulfur\, and Buckeye. Bring your binoculars and meet at the Nature Center.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/butterfly-walk/
LOCATION:Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Nature Walks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210606
DTSTAMP:20260421T201112
CREATED:20210418T013100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210421T235515Z
UID:69-1622851200-1622937599@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Connecticut Trails Day
DESCRIPTION:CT Trails Day events will include Kayaking tours\, walking tours\, and hikes.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/ct-trails-day/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210530T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210530T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201112
CREATED:20210418T013045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210421T235550Z
UID:67-1622383200-1622390400@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Three Sisters Circles
DESCRIPTION:Nature Center. Come plant corn\, beans\, and squash. Take home free seeds!
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/three-sisters-circles/
CATEGORIES:Nature Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210523T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201112
CREATED:20210418T013024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210421T235614Z
UID:65-1621789200-1621789200@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Annual Meeting of the Friends of Sherwood Island
DESCRIPTION:Annual Meeting of the Friends of Sherwood Island\nNature Center. Details TBA.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/annual-meeting-of-the-friends-of-sherwood-island/
CATEGORIES:Members,Nature Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210509T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201112
CREATED:20210418T012956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210421T235638Z
UID:63-1620568800-1620576000@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:Growing Potatoes
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Nature Center\nBring a potato with eyes to plant!
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/growing-potatoes/
CATEGORIES:Nature Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210418T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T201112
CREATED:20210418T052843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210421T235702Z
UID:61-1618754400-1618761600@friendsofsherwoodisland.org
SUMMARY:How to Grow Raspberries & Blueberries Mini-Lesson
DESCRIPTION:At the Nature Center. Six plants will be given away to members.
URL:https://friendsofsherwoodisland.org/event/how-to-grow-raspberries-blueberries-mini-lesson/
CATEGORIES:Nature Center
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