Join CLCC, Avalonia Land Conservancy, and Otis Library for a special Walktober Nature Adventure on Saturday, October 10, 2026! We will begin at 10:00 AM at Cedar Wood Preserve for a guided walk through the preserve using the eBird app to document the birds we see along the way. 

Following the walk, participants will gather at Otis Library for a light lunch and a discussion of our observations and findings. Learn how community science tools like eBird and iNaturalist help conservationists track biodiversity, monitor environmental changes, and support land conservation efforts throughout Connecticut and beyond.

Whether you are new to nature exploration or already enjoy hiking and wildlife observation, this program is a great opportunity to connect with nature, learn new skills, and contribute to real conservation research!

Please note that Avalonia Land Conservancy is also advertising this event as “Walk, Observe, Connect: A Walktober Nature Adventure.”

Register

Registration is required. Please register using the form, below, or via this link.

Details

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Bird walk at Cedar Wood Preserve 180 North Wawecus Hill Road, Norwich

12:00 PM: Lunch at Otis Library 261 Main Street Norwich, CT 06360. Free pizza will be provided!

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Conservation talk at Otis Library

Restrooms: Yes, at Otis Library

Parking: Cedar Wood Preserve has a small parking lot at the end of a short driveway, carpooling suggested

FYI: It is tick season so bring bug spray and wear long pants with high socks.