| February Newsletter | 2012, Volume 3, Number 2 |
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February Vacation Camp
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Sports and RecreationSwimming Lessons - Winter 2012
From Couch to 5K
Girls Basketball - 10-14 Years Old
Indoor Soccer League for Boys & Girls - Ages 5, 6, & 7
Indoor Soccer for Boys & Girls - Ages 8-10Instruction, Fundamentals, Games!!!!!!!!
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Winter Hiking and Snowshoeing
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Wednesday Walks
Edgewood Park - 9:30 AM—10:30 AM
February 1, 15, 29
All walks meet at the Parks Administration Office Located at 720 Edgewood Ave. Be healthier with a Ranger guided stroll through Edgewood Park. This easy hikes are intended for people of all hiking abilities. Hikes are free and appropriate for ages 5+. Family’s welcome.
To register or for more information
please call 203-946-6559 or email Ranger Joe at jmilone@newhavenct.net
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Birder Notes for February
2011 Hawk Watch Report for Lighthouse Point Park
For over 120 years, Lighthouse Point Park has been recognized as a great site in the Fall to view migrating hawks. In the 1800’s hawks were considered pests and considered fair game for hunters. Today we have learned much and now know they are an important part of natural environment. Thanks to the Migratory Bird Act now in place, they are protected from being harmed. The National Audubon Society- Connecticut chapter, has granted Lighthouse Point Park the special title of “Important Bird Area” and works with the City of New Haven to improve and protect this area for birds and people.
Lighthouse Point Park Hawk Watch has been officially manned for over 27 years. From September 1st to November 30th, trained volunteers with eyes trained to the sky, have been identifying and counting hawks. This year’s dedicated staff logged over 568 hours in the field and hosted over 2,500 visitors at the park, including our annual Migration Festival.
The Hawk count data collected is given to the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service to help with Raptor population studies. As top of the food chain predators, they are an excellent indicator of our environment’s health.
Over 16 species of birds of prey were observed at this gem of a park. A total of 14,322 individuals were counted, representing vultures, eagles, ospreys, hawks and falcons. Along with the hawks, many species of songbirds can be observed as they move southwards.
If you are interested in witnessing this annual migratory event, head to Lighthouse Point Park in the Fall, when the winds blows from the north. Mornings are usually the best times to be there.
Contributed by Ranger Dan Barvir, email: dbarvir@newhavenct.net
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Special Announcement
The New Haven Museum has created an exciting exhibit that focuses on two of New Haven’s most spectacular physical features; East and West Rocks. The exhibit is entitled “New Haven Sentinels: The Arts and Sciences of East and West Rock” featuring many paintings and works from the New Haven Museum’s collection and geological objects from the Peabody Museum and Wesleyan University, celebrating local innovation in art and geology in the 19th century New Haven.
As the East Rock Park ranger, I found this exhibit both fascinating and informative on how these prominent rock formations have affected human lives in the past.
On February 4th, 10 am to 2:30 pm, join the Museum as they present “Rock the World”, a day of family-oriented activities, focusing on the exhibit. The New Haven Museum is located at 114 Whitney Avenue.
For exhibit hours and more information,
please call 203-562-4183 or visit their website at www.newhavenmuseum.org.
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February Park Ranger Public Programs
Trowbridge Environmental Center at East Rock Programs
Staff: Dan Barvir and Wray Williams, Park Rangers
| Day | Date | Time | Location |
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| Wed | 1 | 10 to 11:30 am | Winter Bird Walk - Ranger Dan |
| Thu | 2 | 10am to 12noon | Groundhogs Day Hike - Ranger Wray |
| Thu | 2 | 4pm to 5pm | Groundhogs Day Hike - Ranger Wray |
| Tue | 7 | 6:00 to 7:30pm | Owl Prowl at Edgerton Park - Ranger Dan - Meet at the Park gate on Edgehill Rd. |
| Sat | 11 | 10:30am to 12 | Valentine Kirigami/Paper art and cutting for love - Ranger Wray |
| Sat | 11 | 2:30 to 4pm | Valentine Kirigami/Paper art and cutting for love - Ranger Wray |
| Wed | 15 | 10 to 11:30 am | Bird Walk - Ranger Dan |
| Sat | 18 | 12 to 1pm | Animal Teeth / Who eats what? - Ranger Wray |
| Sat | 18 | 1:30 to 2:30pm | Animal Teeth / Who eats what? - Ranger Wray |
| Mon | 20 | Closed | President's Day |
| Tue-Fri | 21-24 | 9am to 3pm | Vacation Camp at Trowbridge Center - Staff |
Registration for programs is requested by the Park Ranger Staff for planning purposes. Contact us at 203-946-6086 for directions, more information, and to register for these programs. Parks monthly program calendar is available on the Parks website at: www.cityofnewhaven/Parks
The Trowbridge Environmental Center is located on the corner of Cold Spring & Orange Streets, opposite Wilbur Cross High School.
Barnard Nature Center Programs
Staff: Terry McCool and Harry Coyle, Park Rangers
| Day | Date | Time | Location |
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| Wed | 1 | 10-11 am | Nature Pals Playgroup (Edgewood Ranger Station) - Ranger Harry |
| Thu | 2 | 10-11 am | Fitness & History: Climb the Lighthouse - Ranger Terry |
| Thu | 2 | 3:15-4:15 pm | Groundhog Day Nature Walk (Edgewood Ranger Station) - Ranger Harry |
| Mon | 6 | 10-11 am | Winter Nature Walk (Edgewood Ranger Station) - Ranger Harry |
| Mon | 6 | 3:30-4:30 pm | Pinecone Bird Feeder Making Workshop (Barnard NC) - Ranger Harry |
| Tue | 7 | 10-11 am | Senior Nature Walk (Edgewood Ranger Station) - Ranger Harry |
| Tue | 7 | 3:30-4:30 pm | After School Nature: Sea Animals at Barnard - Ranger Terry |
| Wed | 8 | 10-11 am | Nature Pals Playgroup (Edgewood Ranger Station) - Ranger Harry |
| Sat | 11 | 9-10 am | Sea Life of LI Sound at Barnard NC - Ranger Terry |
| Sat | 11 | 11 am-12 | Fitness & History: Climb the Lighthouse ($3) - Ranger Terry |
| Sun | 12 | 11 am-1pm | Valentine’s Card Making Workshop (Edgewood Station) - Ranger Harry |
| Tue | 14 | 3:15-4:15 pm | Valentine’s Day Nature Walk (Edgewood Ranger Station) - Ranger Harry |
| Tue | 14 | 3:30-4:30 pm | After School Nature: Winter Birds at Barnard - Ranger Terry |
| Wed | 15 | 10-11 am | Nature Pals Playgroup (Edgewood Ranger Station) - Ranger Harry |
| Thu | 16 | 1-2 pm | Winter Nature Walk (Edgewood Ranger Station) - Ranger Harry |
| Thu | 16 | 3:30-4:30 pm | Animal Tracking Program (Barnard Nature Center) - Rangers Harry & Terry |
| Fri | 17 | 3:30-4:30 pm | Reptile and Amphibian Slideshow (Barnard NC) - Ranger Harry |
| Mon | 27 | 10-11 am | Fitness & History: Hike through the Forts. - Ranger Terry Meet at Fort Nathan Hale for the hike |
| Tue | 28 | 3:30-4:30 pm | Owl Pellet Program-$1.00 per person (Barnard NC) - Ranger Harry |
| Wed | 29 | 10-11 am | Nature Pals Playgroup (Edgewood Ranger Station) - Ranger Harry |
| Wed | 29 | 10-11 am | Fitness & History: Climb the Lighthouse ($3)- Ranger Terry |
| Wed | 29 | 3-4 pm | Winter Nature Walk-(Edgewood Ranger Station) - Ranger Harry |
| Wed | 29 | 3:30-4:30 pm | Learn to use the Compass at Barnard NC - Ranger Terry |
Pre-registration for programs is requested by the Park Ranger Staff for planning purposes. Contact us at (203) 691-3539 directions, more information, and to register for these programs. The ranger program calendar is available on the web at: http://www.cityofnewhaven.com/parks/
The Barnard Nature Center is located on the corner Route 34 and Ella T Grasso Boulevard. The park entrance is located on Route 34
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Winter Farmers Market Returns to Edgewood Park
The Edgewood Park and Wooster Square markets will alternate weekends January - April. For a full schedule, please check www.cityseed.org.
Winter Market Vendors:
- Butterfield Farm: goats' milk cheeses, probiotic yogurts and a full line of goats' milk bath and body care items from East Granby, CT.
- Bodhichitta Farm: shoots, mushrooms, and maple syrup from Prospect, CT.
- Caseus Cheese Truck: delicious, hot sandwiches featuring all local ingredients!
- Four Mile River Farm: pasture raised beef, pork, and eggs from Old Lyme, CT.
- Little Something Catering: is away this week, but will return for the following market.
- Riverbank Farm: Certified Organic produce and prepared foods, including soups, applesauce, and pickles.
- Sankow's Beaver Brook Farm: Sheep and cow's milk cheeses, raw milk, yogurt, pasture-raised eggs, lamb and veal, yarn, roving, and wool products.
- Savor: locally made shortbread featuring seasonal produce.
- Star Light Gardens: Certified Organic vegetable farm specializing in year round greens from Durham, CT.
- Stone Gardens: local produce and eggs from Shelton, CT.
- Waldingfield Farm: heirloom tomato products, maple syrup, and honey from Washington, CT.
- Whole G Bread: German Style bread and pastries from New Haven, CT.
CitySeed: support market operations and programs by purchasing delicious, local bread at the CitySeed table. Bakeries featured are Fabled Foods, Deep River, CT, SoNo Baking Company, Norwalk, CT, and Whole G Bread, New Haven CT. They also have long-sleeved t-shirts, the New Haven Cooks community cookbook, and children's storybooks for sale!
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