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Join us for this fun & unique way to treat your Valentine!

'Ducks in Love' is the perfect way to spend a mid-winter day, whether you desire a romantic adventure or an enjoyable winter diversion with your special friend or family members. Tour our world-class aviaries and observe waterfowl in their brilliant breeding plumage during our 'Ducks in Love' weekend!

Take a brisk walk with aviculturists, to observe many of the most colorful and interesting birds in the world, while keeping an eye out for extraordinary breeding behaviors and characteristics. Afterwards, cozy up by the fire with refreshments & a warm cup of spiced cider.

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SATURDAY 10AM - TOUR
SATURDAY 12PM - TOUR

Group Guided Tour on Saturday
Register with links above or give us a call to reserve your space
Group Tours at: 10:00AM or 12:00PM
 Includes: Group Guided Tour, a fire, refreshments, Avian Ambassadors, Q&A, warm spiced cider, and more.
Group size is limited to thirty participants per tour.
Saturday, Feb 18: $20 each for Members, $25 each for Non-Members


For a more intimate experience
A Private Guided Tour on Sunday

Limited availability: 10:30AM, 12:00PM, 3:00PM
Includes: A Private Tour, a box of Thorncrest Chocolates, fire, refreshment, & warm spiced cider. 
Sunday, Feb 19: $50 flat fee plus an additional $20 fee (per individual), up to ten people


Pick your preferred time on Sunday and CALL US to Reserve your spot!
860-567-2062   Mon-Fri  9am-5pm
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King Eider Mating Display
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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
    • Sponsor a Bird
  • 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
    • Ducks In Love
  • Newsletter