Hundreds
of people visit The Sanctuary each year: children as part of their school
curriculum, high school and college students studying animal behavior,
naturalists, woodcarvers and artists, and everyday folks who want to see and
learn about waterfowl.
The Sanctuary is open March through June by appointment only. The most colorful time to visit is between March and May when the birds are in full breeding plumage, but their beauty is striking no matter what the time of year. Please call or e-mail Kem and Julia Appell for more information and rates for tours:
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: 860.678.8172
Connecticut Waterfowl Trust
2 Deer Run Road
Farmington, CT 06032
What You Can Expect
Your host, Kem (when
available), will take you on a guided tour of the grounds including the nesting
area, introduce the many species of waterfowl at The Sanctuary, and discuss life
in the aviary. You�ll see a rich array of form, color, and function: 70
different species of swans, geese and ducks; about 150 different feather
patterns; males, females and juveniles; the varied behavior and social patterns
of the waterfowl as well as their mating and parenting instincts.
You can stay for an hour or an afternoon. Picture-taking is welcome and encouraged.
How to Prepare
Before you come, it�s a good idea to learn a little about waterfowl � how to differentiate the classes and species, how they fly, what they eat and where they live. For a preview of some of the birds you might see at The Sanctuary, click on the Waterfowl button.
A Note for School Programs
Special programs are
designed for school classes of any age. If you would like to bring a classroom
to The Sanctuary, call Kem Appell to pre-design a program that meets the needs
and interests of your age group.
Comments? Questions? Email [email protected].
Copyright � 2003
Last modified: March 28, 2003