GUIDED TOURS - AVAILABLE THROUGH THE WINTER A private Guided Tour of the Conservancy is a perfect opportunity to introduce friends and family to our incredible collection of waterfowl. Must be scheduled in advance, based on Aviculturist availability.
Although we are closed for public visitation from November 20, 2022 to May 5, 2023, we are offering 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. 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.
Guided Tours offered year-round, by appointment only FEE: $50 flat fee plus an additional fee per person: Adult $10 (ages 15-up) / Child $5 (ages 5-14) Ages 4 and under & Ripley Members = no additional charge Group size is limited to (10) participants Tours are scheduled for a 60-90 minute time slot, between 8am-4pm, based on availability Call the Office at: 860-567-2062 to schedule
OWL PROWL February 10, 2023 - 6:00 pm - Sold Out! Spend the evening with our Director of Aviculture, Logan Connor & Aviculturist, Bre Ellis Meet one of our Avian Owl Ambassadors: Poppy or Camo Learn about local, wild owl species Hike along Duck Pond Road to search and listen for resident owls Learn about nocturnal creatures and how they travel and survive in the dark Gather around a bonfire after your hike, with cocoa, spiced cider, and s'mores Group size is limited to 30 participants Duration: 90 minutes FEE: Members: $10 / Non-Members: $15 / Ages 4-14: $5