Welcome to our much-anticipated Annual Plant Sale! This event is the perfect opportunity for all plant enthusiasts, from beginners to seasoned gardeners, to explore an incredible selection of greenery at unbeatable prices. Here's what you can expect: Bargain Prices Don't miss out on our exclusive deals! Our plant sale offers bargain prices that make it […]
Our Volunteer Guides will lead this 2- to 3-mile hike at Deer Pond Farm. Enjoy birdsong, summer blooms, and good company on this casual hike. Register at https://www.ctaudubon.org/2025/05/register-deer-pond-farm-june-first-friday-hike-2/ This program meets at Deer Pond Farm, 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, CT 06784.
Join Deer Pond Farm staff for a CT Trails Day Hike! We will cover 3 to 4 miles of our 15-mile trail network. Learn about birds, trees, plants, butterflies, amphibians, and more. Come explore with us! Register at https://www.ctaudubon.org/2025/05/register-deer-pond-farm-ct-trails-day-nature-hike/ This program meets at Deer Pond Farm, 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, CT 06784.
Birders can enjoy hearing and seeing summer woodland and meadow birds at Deer Pond Farm. Staff member Lori will guide this walk and will give tips on identifying birds by song. All birding levels welcome. Register at https://www.ctaudubon.org/2025/05/register-deer-pond-farm-summer-songbird-walk/ $5 Members, $10 Non-Members This program meets at Deer Pond Farm, 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, CT 06784.
Bargains on gently-used pet goods. Soft-sided carriers, all sizes of crates, pet ramps and steps, feeding bowls, leashes, collars, grooming tools, clothing, etc. Held the second Saturday of each month through October. New items each month. All proceeds help our AWS Rescued Pets!
Join us at Deer Pond Farm for a 4-mile, moderate difficulty hike on our Laurel Trail for a view at our fully blossoming mountain laurel grove. Learn about how the CT state flower came to be, how it is protected, and which wildlife love laurel. Register at https://www.ctaudubon.org/2025/05/register-deer-pond-farm-mt-laurel-trail-nature-hike/ $5 Members, $10 Non-Members This program meets at […]
Join us at Deer Pond Farm for the national annual summer bird count. We expect to observe breeding songbirds, raptors, and more! We may also see some young fledgling birds at our nest boxes and purple martin gourds. Register at https://www.ctaudubon.org/2025/05/register-deer-pond-farm-summer-bird-count-walk/ $5 Members, $10 Non-Members This program meets at Deer Pond Farm, 57 Wakeman Hill Road, […]
Sanctuary Manager/Naturalist Lori Lichtenauer (CT Licensed Forester) will present on the practices of silviculture. Learn about managing woodlands for diverse needs of people and wildlife. She will explain a brief history of forestry in New England and share details of how foresters create land management plans for wildlife, biodiversity and recreation. Register at https://www.ctaudubon.org/2025/05/register-deer-pond-farm-forestry-silviculture-webinar/ for the […]
Women, Wine, & Wheel Saturday, June 28th 6:30-9:30PM Ready for some serious fun with friends? Picture this: laughter, creativity, and a pottery wheel at your fingertips! Join us for a super fun 2-day pottery adventure. On day one, you'll dive in and create your first masterpiece on the wheel. Then, come back for day two […]