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BentFest

Our 2020 celebration has been canceled due to the Covid-19 health risk. We hope to continue the festivities again in 2021. Stay safe and enjoy the beauty of the season!

Great American Outdoors Act Will Benefit Birds, People, and Parks Across Connecticut

— Now signed by the President, the Great American Outdoors Act is officially law.

Show Your Colors

Celebrate diversity by choosing, coloring, and sharing these fun coloring pages

A Moment of Reflection…and Determination

— Audubon CEO David Yarnold shares the message he sent to all Audubon staff after a weekend of turmoil and heartbreak in the wake of George Floyd’s murder at the hands of the police.

‘Black Birders Week’ Promotes Diversity and Takes on Racism in the Outdoors

— Sparked by a racist incident last week in Central Park, the new initiative aims to boost recognition and representation of Black people enjoying and studying the natural world.

Bent of the River Audubon Center CLOSED

— Our trails remain open, but facilities are not available. Please stay safe!

Share the Love, #ShareTheShore

It's more than just a hashtag. Use this digital toolkit to make waves for vulnerable birds.

Each spring Bent of the River participates in a 36-hour online giving event hosted by the Connecticut Community Foundation. Thank you to all our supporters for helping to give the Bent a much-needed boost!

New Audubon Science: Two-Thirds of North American Birds at Risk of Extinction Due to Climate Change

— Enter your zip code into Audubon’s Birds and Climate Visualizer and it will show you how climate change will impact your birds and your community and includes ways you can help.

Students Go Into the Woods to Improve Forest Health

— The Junior Forest Technician Program offers high school students hands-on experience managing forest habitat.