Big Sit! 10/13 Connecticut Audubon Society's Milford Point Coastal Center
Filmmaker Jason Kessler's short video about the October 2013 Big Sit! at Milford Point.
Tour of Milford, Connecticut
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The City of Milford is diverse in its landscape, industry, housing stock, and feel. Part beach community, part historical and quaintly New England, part sophisticated and urbane, Milford is all this.
Located on Long Island Sound, between New Haven and Bridgeport, Milford has more than 14 miles of saltwater shoreline, the most of any town in Connecticut. It also has a rich agricultural history. Approximately one million acres of fertile and productive farmland still exist, and nearby homes, both historic and newly built, on pastures of land reflect this rural tradition. Single family homes, multi-unit dwellings, condos and rentals are mixed throughout the entire City. The downtown area, with the longest Green in Connecticut, is bustling with restaurants, entertainment, culture, historic buildings, a duck pond and river and is a gathering site for residents and those who visit. Well represented are occupations in retail, finance, insurance, health care, real estate, construction, educational institutions, professional services and the high tech industry.
Walnut Beach, one of the most beautiful coastal communities in Connecticut, has its own Village Association made up of residents who take pride in the natural appeal of the area and whose objective is to keep the surroundings pristine, welcoming and community-centered. Beautifully maintained homes face the water or line the streets leading to the sandy dunes. The Beach itself has a much-used boardwalk and several shops dot the area: The Walnut Beach Creamery, Taste & See Gourmet Cupcakes, Seaside Wine & Spirit, New Town Deli, Wild Expressions Florist, SoBoBo Art Gallery, Beach Gallery, Scoot & Paddle, Alfa Pizza and Pub, The Lazy Lobster, Costa Azzura, and Firehouse Gallery. Numerous historic houses of worship are within walking distance. The Village Association oversees a number of community-inspired events throughout the year including the Walnut Beach Arts Festival, Summer Concert Series, Third Thursday Art Strolls, a 5K race, Beach Clean-up, Night of Illumination, a resident Halloween Parade and Holiday celebration.
The heart of Milford - its downtown area - is a combination of new and old. Nightlife, entertainment, numerous community events, and the civic center of Milford are here. Here, too, is the Milford Commercial Office of Pearce Real Estate. Historic buildings mix with cutting edge commerce, and many sites have been documented as preservation landmarks. The vibrancy of “downtown” Milford is always busy with shoppers, diners, event-goers, history buffs or those wanting to enjoy a restful respite on a park bench facing the Green
More shopping is found on Milford’s Boston Post Road (Route 1). Whole Foods, Target, Barnes & Noble, convenient and smaller shopping centers, a large mall with all the big names in retail as well as family recreation meccas abound here. North of
Route 1and toward the Merritt Parkway, away from the nautical lifestyle and various shopping sites, Milford becomes more rural and reflects New England in feeling. Here,
Houses are built on larger land expanses, the hills are more rolling and the roads follow natural curves through the countryside. Residents enjoy quiet, privacy and space, and yet are moments away from interstate highways, an active train station with service to New York and Boston and all points between.
Come visit Milford and enjoy the diversity.
On the National Register of Historic Places in Milford
• Buckingham House — 61 North St.
• Eells-Stow House — 34 High St.
• Hebrew Congregation of Woodmont — 15 and 17 Edgefield Ave.
• Housatonic River Railroad Bridge — Amtrak right-of-way at Housatonic River
• Milford Point Hotel — Milford Point Road
• River Park Historic District —Boston Post Road, Cherry St. and Amtrak
• St. Peter's Episcopal Church — 61, 71, 81 River St.
• Taylor Memorial Library — 5 Broad St.
• US Post Office-Milford Main — 6 W. River St.
Milford Connecticut (CT) Real Estate Tour
Tour Milford, CT neighborhoods, condominium developments, subdivisions, schools, landmarks, recreational areas, and town offices.
Milford, Connecticut is A Small City with a Big Heart! Settled by the English in 1639, Milford combines the close-knit feel of a small town with the illustrious history and splendor of one of New England's oldest cities. Seventeen miles of Long Island Sound coastline funnel into our harbor, which winds its way to meet the Wepawaug River in the heart of town. There you'll find numerous historical sites along with a meticulously maintained town green, the second longest in New England.
Water recreation abounds, with convenient access to several boat launches, the Milford Landing Marina, multiple city beaches, and Silver Sands State Park. The Connecticut Audubon Coastal Center at Milford Point offers views of the estuary and Long Island Sound along with educational programs and exhibits. A thriving retail district provides shoppers with a broad assortment of consumer goods.
Milford's diversified economy supports manufacturing, retail, corporate office, and a service industry. Home to manufacturers of consumer products, fabricated metals, plastics, as well as internet, investment, and hi-tech firms, the city enjoys continued economic growth today. Conveniently located between New Haven and Bridgeport along I-95, Milford offers ample cultural, recreational, educational and employment opportunities for residents and visitors alike. For other town tours visit . For towns in CT visit .
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Early records show that this area was originally owned by a hotel from 1847 into the 1900's. Oysterman also had straw huts as homes that lined the shore as Oystering was a major source of income for residents and provided sustenance for the earliest settlers. The hotel saw a decline in the 1930's when mostly duck hunters rented the rooms to be close to the adjacent 840 acre marsh and popular nesting spot. In 1938, the hotel and 8.35 acres of property extending westward to Milford Point was sold to the State of Connecticut as a bird sanctuary, to be called the George Treat Smith and Sarah Edwards Hubbell Wildlife Sanctuary. The end of World War II saw the National Guard take over the old hotel to conduct training and maintain a radar station there. A tall tower stood by the station in the early 1950's. The 1970's and 80's saw a battle between developers and residents seeking to maintain the pristine state of the area. People were actively fighting to protect wildlife and pushing for laws to prohibit dredging and pollution in wetlands. In 1986 a developer sought a zoning variance to erect multiple dwellings at the end of Milford Point. Backed by the Connecticut Fund for the Environment, New Haven Bird Club, Nature Conservancy, and the Connecticut Audubon Council, residents were pleased to see the variance request rejected. The building was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988. Deteriorating over the years, the old hotel building was considered beyond repair when it was demolished and replaced in 1995 by the Connecticut Audubon Coastal Center at Milford Point. The center reflects the hope that the location be used for nature conservation and their interest that the overseers provide educational programs for the public about the ecosystem's preservation.
42 Point Beach Dr, Milford, CT 06460
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All The Best At the Beach! Unobstructed water views are included with this 2500+ square foot 4 Bed, 2.5 Bath Point Beach Coastal Colonial. The open spacious floor plan showcases a Living Room surrounded by windows that maximize the gorgeous water views, a gas fireplace, and a deck perfect for dinners by the Sound. A fabulous gourmet kitchen is highlighted with honed marble counter tops, center island, stainless appliances including gas cooktop and double wall ovens, and subway tile back splash. A casual dining area includes a custom Brazilian Cherry eat-at counter and built-in wine storage. An impressive Dining Room doubles as an ideal Game Room and opens to a rear deck overlooking a manicured yard and garden. The expansive Master Suite boasts a Sitting Area with gas fireplace, a beautiful full bath with jetted tub, custom tiled shower, double sinks, generous walk-in closet, and a balcony to enjoy views of Long Island Sound and spectacular sun rises. Custom moldings and hardwood floors throughout. Three more bedrooms and upstairs laundry round out the accommodations. The amazing 4+ car tandem garage offers excellent work shop and storage opportunities. Directly across from Long Island Sound and access to the water. Safe, friendly and social neighborhood with private association sandy beach. A short ride to Milford Green and Metro North train. Outstanding opportunity to own a unique and spectacular home. {photo view in Birdseye mapping pre-dates construction, use Google maps}
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2 full and 1 half Bathrooms
Square Feet: 2511
Price: $619,000
MLS ID: N10146190
For more information about this property, please contact Stephanie Ellison at 203-874-7653 or stephelli@aol.com. You can also text 3706517 to 67299.
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NEW HAVEN Connecticut Downtown & Neighborhood Tour - Birthplace of President George W Bush
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In this video we explore New Haven, Connecticut, Birthplace of President George W Bush
New Haven is a coastal city on Long Island Sound, in Connecticut. It’s home to the Ivy League Yale University, founded in 1701. The institution’s museums include the Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History, the Yale University Art Gallery and the Yale Center for British Art. Grove Street Cemetery, dating from the late 18th century, has a 19th-century Egyptian Revival gateway. The New Haven Museum covers local history.
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Pickelball Challenge November 18, 2016
Coastal Delaware.... First State PIckelball Club held fund raiser for the community children in need of warm clothing for the winter.The First State Pickleball Club (FSPC) and Dave Marshall organized an incredibly fun event at Dave Marshall’s Tennis and Fitness Center at The Plantations in Lewes. Coats, Hats, Mittens, and Pickles: A Pickleball Challenge! was held from 2pm-7pm on November 18th to help kids in our community who need coats, hats, scarves, and gloves for the incoming cold weather. Thank you Dave Marshall, First State Pickleball Club, and Grotto's for your generous donation of time, the venue, and pizza. A local school teacher from The Mariner School (middle school) reached out to ask for help, so Dave generously offered his venue and FSPC agreed to organize the fun event. The cost of admission was a coat (new or gently used) or a new hat, gloves, or mittens for kids and teenagers. As the FSPC invitation noted: Knowing how pickleballers love to play, and are kind and generous, we thought this was a great opportunity to help our community as the cold weather rolls in and kids really need our help to stay warm! As you can see from this video, we had a BLAST!!!! Thank you, Dave for the use of your facilities. Thank you, FSPC, Dudley Sluder, Kathy Casey, Kathy Stewart Aldridge, Susan Nancarrow, and Jean Burgess for organizing and running this fun event! Thank you, Dave Marshall for the use of your facilities. Thank you Grottos Pizza for your awesome pizza. Thank you, pickleball players for coming out for such a good cause. Turn up the volume!
4210 Purviance Ct Wilmington, NC 28409 - Waterfront Home
Magnificent three-level cottage nestled high, along the banks of Whiskey Creek. The Sanibel floor plan offers four bedrooms and four full baths, dual private entry garage and first-level suite with game room. On the main level is the master bedroom and two-story living area featuring water views. Chef's kitchen complete with granite and stainless appliances is open to living area via bar style seating. Newly refinished oak hardwoods lead to refined formal dining and study room. Upscale additions include central vacuum system and full home interior/exterior surround sound. Beautiful patio and decks with tongue and groove pine ceilings lead to your sprawling back lawn and creek views. The quaint neighborhood of Purviance Landing offers a community dock and pier. An existing proposal for private floating dock/pier is available.
Oystercatchers @ the Milford Audubon
This isn't the best video but I wanted to share its call (crying sound), it's so cool sounding.
Stratford, CT. Who to know, Where to go..
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WHERE TO GO.. in Stratford, CT! ????????
Today we went Seagull watching at the Sea Wall in Lordship Beach!.. ???? and getting a brief but wonderful description of what Stratford has to offer from Patrick M. Comins , Executive Director of The Connecticut Audubon Society. Also, Thank you to Brian Toal, for being so gracious and chat with me about today’s event!
???? The Connecticut Audubon Society conserves Connecticut’s environment through science-based education and advocacy focused on the state’s bird populations and habitats.
????Founded in 1898, the Connecticut Audubon Society operates nature facilities in Fairfield, Milford, Glastonbury, Pomfret, Hampton, and Sherman, a center in Old Lyme, and an EcoTravel office in Essex.
????Connecticut Audubon manages 19 wildlife sanctuaries encompassing almost 3,300 acres of open space in Connecticut, and educates over 200,000 children and adults annually
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Violent Earth: New England's Killer Hurricane of 1938 - History Channel documentary
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Edward Herrmann narrates this gripping documentary originally aired on the History Channel in 2006. It depicts the horrifying, unexpected hurricane that blasted through New England on a late September day, 1938, killing hundreds caught in its vicious path of destruction.
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The Great New England Hurricane of 1938
CAT 3 - September 21, 1938
The Great New England Hurricane of 1938 was one of the most destructive and powerful storms ever to strike Southern New England. This system developed in the far eastern Atlantic, near the Cape Verde Islands on September 4. It made a twelve day journey across the Atlantic and up the Eastern Seaboard before crashing ashore on September 21 at Suffolk County, Long Island, then into Milford, Connecticut. The eye of the hurricane was observed in New Haven, Connecticut, 10 miles east of Milford. The center made landfall at the time of astronomical high tide, moving north at 50 mph. Unlike most storms, this hurricane did not weaken on its way toward Southern New England, due to its rapid forward speed and its track. This kept the center of the storm over the warm waters of the Gulf Stream.
Sustained hurricane force winds occurred throughout most of Southern New England. The strongest winds ever recorded in the region occurred at the Blue Hill Observatory with sustained winds of 121 mph and a peak gust of 186 mph. Sustained winds of 91 mph with a gust to 121 mph was reported on Block Island. Providence, Rhode Island recorded sustained winds of 100 mph with a gust to 125 mph. Extensive damage occurred to roofs, trees and crops. Widespread power outages occurred, which in some areas lasted several weeks. In Connecticut, downed power lines resulted in catastrophic fires to sections of New London and Mystic. The lowest pressure at the time of landfall occurred on the south side of Long Island, at Bellport, where a reading of 27.94 inches was recorded. Other low pressures included 28.00 inches in Middletown, Connecticut and 28.04 inches in Hartford, Connecticut.
The hurricane produced storm tides of 14 to 18 feet across most of the Connecticut coast, with 18 to 25 foot tides from New London east to Cape Cod. The destructive power of the storm surge was felt throughout the coastal community. Narragansett Bay took the worst hit, where a storm surge of 12 to 15 feet destroyed most coastal homes, marinas and yacht clubs. Downtown Providence, Rhode Island was submerged under a storm tide of nearly 20 feet. Sections of Falmouth and New Bedford, Massachusetts were submerged under as much as 8 feet of water. All three locations had very rapid tides increased within 1.5 hours of the highest water mark.
Rainfall from this hurricane resulted in severe river flooding across sections of Massachusetts and Connecticut. Three to six inches fell across much of western Massachusetts and all but extreme eastern Connecticut. Considerably less rain occurred to the east across Rhode Island and the remainder of Massachusetts. The rainfall from the hurricane added to the amounts that had occurred with a frontal system several days before the hurricane struck. The combined effects from the frontal system and the hurricane produced rainfall of 10 to 17 inches across most of the Connecticut River Valley. This resulted in some of the worst flooding ever recorded in this area. Roadways were washed away along with sections of the New York, New Haven, and Hartford Railroad lines. The Connecticut River, in Hartford reached a level of 35.4 feet, which was 19.4 feet above flood stage. Further upstream, in the vicinity of Springfield, Massachusetts, the river rose to 6 to 10 feet above flood stage, causing significant damage. A total of 8,900 homes, cottages and buildings were destroyed, and over 15,000 were damaged by the hurricane. The marine community was devastated. Over 2,600 boats were destroyed, and over 3,300 damaged. Entire fleets were lost in marines and yacht clubs along Narragansett Bay. The hurricane was responsible for 564 deaths and at least 1,700 injuries in Southern New England. Damage to the fishing fleets in Southern New England was catastrophic. A total of 2,605 vessels were destroyed, with 3,369 damaged.
Copy of Milford, CT Ospreys Kidd & Lola have 4 Chicks! 5-28-2014
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5-28-2014 Chick #4 hatched this morning.
Milford Ospreys, 7-6-2013, Aerial Maneuvers Part 2
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Bird banding in Milford
At the Connecticut Audubon Coastal Center at Milford Point, helping to protect the once-threatened Purple Martin.
Connecticut State of the Birds 2014 interview with Tom Steinke
How the Town of Fairfield restored its tidal wetlands.
Milford, CT Ospreys Kidd Lola & Chicks 5-28-2014
Camera courtesy of the Connecticut Audubon Society
Connecticut State of the Birds 2013 news conference
Held at the Connecticut Audubon Society Center at Fairfield on February 22, 2013
Harbor Seal in Milford
An adult male harbor seal is spending a few days at the Silver Sands State Park beach in Milford CT. Videotaped on Feb. 26, 2009.
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Homeless center in north Sac to stay open past winter
Two months after Sacramento’s winter homeless shelter opened, many residents learned Thursday night about how well it's working. The winter triage center, which was scheduled to close at the end of the month, will now continue to remain open. It costs the city more than $400,000 a month to operate. Mayor Darrell Steinberg is working to raise $20 million in private funding for two additional triage centers throughout the city.
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