RIPLEY WATERFOWL CONSERVANCY
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Guided Tours & Field Trips

Guided Tours

Although we are currently closed for public visitation until May 1, 2023, we are offering scheduled Guided Tours, weather-permitting, throughout the winter. It may be cold, but our waterfowl are in their full regalia of brilliant, breeding plumage in the months of January, February, and March. 

A private Guided Tour of the Conservancy is a fabulous way to introduce your friends and family to our incredible collection of waterfowl.

Led by one of our experienced aviculturists, your group will be introduced to many of the most colorful and interesting birds in the world while learning about the Conservancy’s history and how we’re working to conserve waterfowl and wetland habitats through research, education and conservation action. 
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Cost
Guided Tours are offered year-round, by appointment only.
The charge is a $50 flat fee plus an additional fee per person: Adult $10 (ages 15 & up) / Child $5 (ages 5-14)
Ages 4 and under and RWC Members = no additional charge.

Group size is limited to (10) people. 

Larger groups may be accommodated, please contact the office for pricing.
Tours are scheduled for a 60-90 minute time slot, between 8am-4pm, based on availability.


​Please call (860) 567-2062 for reservations

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Field Trips

The Conservancy offers fun and educational field trips for schools, wildlife clubs, and outing groups. Led by one of our experienced staff, your group will be introduced to many of the most colorful and interesting birds in the world while learning how the Conservancy is working to conserve waterfowl and wetland habitats through research, education and conservation action.

Field trips are customized to the needs and interests of each individual group. Special opportunities vary by season but include wetland exploration programs, wild duck banding, and egg candling.

Please call the office Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 4:00pm (860-567-2062) for information on fees and scheduling. Cancellations are requested by 5:00pm the day prior to a scheduled visit.

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​55 Duck POND ROAD | P.O. Box 210 |
Litchfield, CT 06759

Phone: 860.567.2062 | Fax: 860.567.4369  info@ripleyconservancy.org

  • Home
  • About
    • Ripley Staff
    • Who We Are
    • New Identity
    • Board of Directors
    • The Collection >
      • Collection Plan
      • Species Guide
  • Visit
    • Plan Your Visit
    • Photography
    • Guided Tours & Field Trips
  • Support
    • Pheasantry
    • Donate
    • Become a Member
    • Partners
  • Education
    • At Home Education: Species Highlight Videos
    • Explore
    • Featured Programs >
      • Avian Ambassadors
      • Wetland Health Inspector
      • Birds on the Brink
      • Duckling Development
      • Birds of a Feather
      • Distance Learning
      • Education Collaboration
      • Microplastic Pollution
      • Ripley and the Girl Scouts
    • Incubator Kits
    • The Reviews Are In
    • Internships >
      • Avian Care and Environmental Education Intern
      • Junior Aviculturist
  • Research
    • Current Research >
      • Institutional
      • State of Connecticut
    • Past Research >
      • Harvard Collaboration
      • Long-Tailed Duck Harvest Survey
      • Eider Nutrient Allocation
  • Conservation Action
  • Upcoming Events
    • Winter Events
  • Newsletter