CT Audubon Society Greater Hartford Area 41.7643° N -72.6823° W

Description

Welcome to the Connecticut Audubon Society of the Greater Hartford Area. We are a "virtual center", centrally located along the Connecticut River and can offer programs in Hartford and many surrounding locations. Our flexible educators can offer programs that are either virtual or in person, meeting you at your school, library, or a nearby park or conservation property. We take full advantage of our unique location in central Connecticut, working to promote awareness of the Connecticut River ecosystem and the birds and habitats it supports, and to foster conservation through education and related activities.

SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Connecticut Audubon Society’s "Science in Nature" programs consist of hands-on, STEM-based activities that relate to earth and life sciences, ecology, conservation and civic engagement offering K-12 students and their teachers the opportunity to bring STEM to life.
Experiential learning in nature is exciting and makes it easier for students to understand science concepts that may be difficult to grasp in the classroom. Taking advantage of your local outdoor spaces, your students will examine various real-world phenomena using math and literacy skills and science technologies while also having fun!

Each program is aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) as well as Common Core math and literacy standards and are an invaluable resource for building student and teacher learning. Our programs provide a wealth of opportunities to enhance critical thinking skills as students are encouraged to
• use and design models
• use their data to generate evidence-based explanations of phenomena, and
• creatively problem solve real world issues.

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
We also offer exciting and educational community programs for children and adults. Please see descriptions below for more information.


Cancellation Policy

If you fail to attend or cancel within ten (10) weekdays of a scheduled program for any reason, you will be responsible for 30% of the total cost based upon the number of participants indicated on this form. This fee will not be assessed if CAS cancels the program.

Cancellation Due to Inclement Weather CAS does not conduct programs under the following conditions: Thunder and lightning in the area; heavy rain, sleet, or snow, or temperatures below 35°F. CAS will not cancel programs in light-to-moderate rain or snow. We believe there is ample opportunity for learning in this environment providing students a unique opportunity to explore nature in various weather conditions. If, however, you would like to discuss rescheduling due to inclement weather, please give us a call at 860-633-8402.

Info


Hartford, CT 06105

+1 860-633-8402

cresor@ctaudubon.org

Sun
Closed
Mon
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Tues
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wed
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thur
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Fri
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sat
Closed

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Subjects
Adaptation, Weather And Climate, Science, Life Sciences, Botany, Animals, Biology, Ecosystems, Conservation, Earth's Systems, Engineering, The Water Cycle, Geology, Climate
Activities
School Based Program, Family Programs, Field Trip, Virtual Field Trip, Partnership, Professional Development, School Partnership
Grades
1, K, 4, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult, 3, 5, Preschool, Postsecondary
Cost
Accommodations
Outdoor Lunch Space, Special Education Programs

Learning Experiences

Field Trip

Virtual Field Trip

School Based Program

East Hartford Elementary- What's the Weather Visit 2

Second visit of a two part weather themed program.

Subjects Covered

weather and climate

Grades
k
Capacity
24 stu., Min 1 chap.
Activity

school based program

Duration
45 min.
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What do Birds Need?

What do birds need to survive? How do they use their body parts to get the things they need? Explore your school yard with our teacher naturalist to see if it's a good place for birds.

Subjects Covered

science, animals

Grades
1, k, preschool
Capacity
20 stu., 1 chap. per 10 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
50 min.
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What's the Weather?- suggested grade level K

Explore your schoolyard or local park with our teacher naturalist. How do we measure weather? Learn about some of the tools we use to observe, describe, and record local weather conditions. What do you notice as the seasons change? Observe a nearby habitat (backyard, school, or local park) over time and record your observations. Are your predictions accurate? NGSS: K-ESS2-1, K-ESS3-1, K-ESS3-2

Subjects Covered

weather and climate

Grades
k
Capacity
20 stu., 1 chap. per 10 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
50 min.
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East Hartford Elementary- Animal and Plant Superpowers Visit 2

Second visit of a two part program.

Subjects Covered

life sciences

Grades
1
Capacity
24 stu., Min 1 chap.
Activity

school based program

Duration
50 min.
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East Hartford Elementary- Seeds in Motion

Plants stay put right? Not exactly! Join us to explore your schoolyard or local park. Learn more about how plants can spread from place to place, sometimes with the help of their animal neighbors. NGSS: 2-LS2-2

Subjects Covered

science, biology

Grades
2
Capacity
25 stu., Max 4 chap., Min 1 chap.
Activity

school based program

Duration
50 min.
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East Hartford Elementary- Living in your Watershed

Follow the water. Where does it go and what does it take with it on its journey? Learn about the ways that water shapes the landscape and how our actions can affect the quality of the water downstream in our watershed. NGSS: 4-ESS2, 5-ESS2-2, 5ESS3

Subjects Covered

science

Grades
4
Capacity
25 stu., Max 4 chap., Min 1 chap.
Activity

school based program

Duration
50 min.
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Animal and Plant Superpowers- suggested grade level 1

Explore your schoolyard or local park with our teacher naturalist. Did you know that animals and plants have special parts and tools to help them survive? Take some time to look closely and see what makes living things unique and how these structures give them amazing powers of survival. Can you design your own super creature? NGSS: 1– LS1-1

Subjects Covered

science, animals

Grades
1, 2, k
Capacity
20 stu., 1 chap. per 10 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
50 min.
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Manchester Schools Program- Grade K- What's the Weather

Explore your schoolyard or local park with our teacher naturalist. How do we measure weather? Learn about some of the tools we use to observe, describe, and record local weather conditions. What do you notice as the seasons change? Observe a nearby habitat (backyard, school, or local park) over time and record your observations. Are your predictions accurate? NGSS: K-ESS2-1, K-ESS3-1, K-ESS3-2

Note: This is a 45 minute weather program for specifically for Manchester kindergarteners. CAS will visit the schools and run an outdoor program on the school grounds for each class.

Subjects Covered

weather and climate, climate

Grades
k
Capacity
22 stu., 1 chap. per 10 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
45 min.
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Manchester Schools Program- Grade 1- Plant Parts

Explore your schoolyard or local park with our teacher naturalist. See what plants you find. While there is a lot of variety among plants, most plants have certain parts in common. How many examples of these parts can you find? How do they help plants solve the problem of survival and reproduction?
NGSS: 1-LS1

Subjects Covered

biology, ecosystems, life sciences, adaptation, botany

Grades
1
Capacity
22 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
45 min.
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Manchester Elementary- What's the Weather Visit 1

The first of a series of two visits exploring seasons, weather, and changes in living things.

Subjects Covered

weather and climate

Grades
k
Capacity
25 stu., Max 4 chap., Min 1 chap.
Activity

school based program

Duration
45 min.
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Plants in Motion - Suggested Grade Level: 2

Plants stay put right? Not exactly! Join us to explore your schoolyard or local park. Take part in games and observations to learn more about how plants can spread from place to place, sometimes with the help of their animal neighbors. Can you design a seed that catches a ride? NGSS: 2-LS2-2

Subjects Covered

ecosystems, engineering, life sciences, adaptation, botany

Grades
1, 2, k
Capacity
25 stu., 1 chap. per 10 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
50 min.
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Manchester Elementary- Animal and Plant Superpowers Visit 1

The first of a two-visit first grade program about animal and plant body parts. (adaptations)

Subjects Covered

adaptation

Grades
1
Capacity
24 stu., Max 4 chap., Min 1 chap.
Activity

school based program

Duration
45 min.
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Humans and Habitats- Suggested Grade Level: 3

Let us join you to explore the habitat around your school or local park. What plants and creatures live there and how do they use their adaptations to survive? Let's learn about how people affect the habitats that these creatures depend on? Are there ways we can co-exist better with our plant and animal neighbors? NGSS 3-LS4-2, 3-LS4-3, 3-LS4-4

Subjects Covered

ecosystems, earth's systems, animals, conservation

Grades
3, 4, 5
Capacity
20 stu., 1 chap. per 10 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
50 min.
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Living in Your Watershed-suggested grade level-4 or 5

Follow the water. Where does it go and what does it take with it on its journey? Using models, games, and hands-on experiments, learn about the ways that water shapes the landscape and how our actions can affect the quality of the water downstream in our watershed. NGSS: 4-ESS2, 5-ESS2-2, 5ESS3

Subjects Covered

science, geology, the water cycle

Grades
4, 5, 6
Capacity
25 stu., 1 chap. per 10 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
50 min.
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What's Up with Climate?

What's climate change all about? Learn about the carbon cycle and its role in climate change. Discover the ways humans affect the amount of carbon in the atmosphere. Explore what you can do to help solve the problem.

Subjects Covered

earth's systems, climate, conservation

Grades
5
Capacity
20 stu., 1 chap. per 10 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
50 min.
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East Hartford Elementary- Animal and Plant Superpowers Visit 1

The first of a two-visit first grade program about animal and plant body parts. (adaptations)

Subjects Covered

botany, animals, adaptation

Grades
1
Capacity
24 stu., Min 1 chap.
Activity

school based program

Duration
50 min.
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East Hartford Elementary- What's the Weather Visit 1

Designed as the first portion of a two visit weather program for East Hartford kindergartners.

Subjects Covered

weather and climate

Grades
k
Capacity
24 stu.
Activity

school based program

Duration
45 min.
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EH/Manchester Raindate Bookings

Raindate events for EH and Manchester

Subjects Covered

science

Grades
1, k
Capacity
22 stu., Min 1 chap.
Activity

school based program

Duration
45 min.
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Family Programs

Community Program- Beginning Birding

A good introduction to birds and birding. Learn about the variety of our local birds and how to go about identifying them. What equipment will you need? Where should you look? What resources can help you?

Subjects Covered

biology, ecosystems, life sciences, animals

Grades
6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, adult
Capacity
25 stu.
Activity

family programs

Duration
60 min.
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Community Program: What's going on with the birds?

Our birds face a variety of challenges from climate change to habitat loss. Learn about some of the stressors on our local birds. Explore some of the ways scientists study birds and the sorts of questions they attempt to answer with their research. Learn ways that you can get involved in collecting citizen science data that can be helpful to scientists worldwide.

Subjects Covered

science, biology, life sciences, animals, conservation

Grades
6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, adult
Capacity
25 stu.
Activity

family programs

Duration
60 min.
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Community Program: Birding by Ear

Learning to bird by ear can add considerably to our enjoyment of our bird neighbors and is an important field skill for all birders. Join us to learn the basics of how to identify birds by song or call and discover useful resources to add to your repertoire.

Subjects Covered

biology, animals, conservation

Grades
6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, adult
Capacity
25 stu.
Activity

family programs

Duration
60 min.
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Community Program: Gardening for Birds

Is your yard a good bird habitat? Learn about the needs of wild birds and how the landscaping choices you make affect bird populations.

Subjects Covered

science, animals, botany, conservation

Grades
6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, adult
Capacity
25 stu.
Activity

family programs

Duration
60 min.
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All About Birds- After School Program

Learn about birds and how to identify them. Birds are in trouble! What do birds need and how can you help them? Learn ways that you can get involved in collecting citizen science data that can be available to scientists worldwide or make your own bird feeding station.

Subjects Covered

animals, conservation

Grades
1, 2, 3, 4, 6
Capacity
15 stu., 1 chap. per 10 stu.
Activity

family programs

Duration
60 min.
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Partnership