Went to the Greenwich Audubon for a walk in the woods and do some bird watching. What a beautiful facility, right in Fairfield County. The landscape is amazing with native plants everywhere to attract birds and butterflies. I have to admit that we didn't see too many birds but I presume this was due to the Red Tail Hawks circling over the fields. We did see a bird in the parking lot I've never seen before. A very pale yellow bird with a black mask covering the eyes. Still trying to look it up online. The grounds at the Greenwich Audubon are free to the public and there are a few trails through the woods. Walking through the woods feels like you are in a much more remote area. It is a walk, not a hike, and dogs are not allowed. There is a lake and many wetland areas with Bird Blinds for bird watching. It is very peaceful with a few exceptions of small planes over head going to Westchester County Airport.
The Educational Center at Greenwich Audubon was not open when we went but I have been there in the past. Its only a few dollars to get in and has a great little museum as well as educational information about birds and the environment. If you are a teacher or leader of a cub scout/brownie group - call the center about hosting events for your group. A great place to go with a picnic out on the lawns and then go for a walk through the woods.
For more information, go to: http://greenwich.audubon.org
The Woods
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