Hammonasset Seaside State Park is a 936-acre ecological and leisure treasure situated alongside the coast in Madison. With greater than three million guests every year, it’s the most-visited park within the state. Birds that nest in and across the park throughout spring and summer season embrace the Saltmarsh Sparrow, Piping Plover, and Purple Martin.
One important habitat function at Hammonasset is its salt marsh—a coastal wetland that’s commonly flooded and drained by salt water introduced in by the tides. Salt marshes assist shield our shoreline and coastal communities from elevated flooding brought on by climate-related sea degree rise, they usually present crucial habitat for a lot of native species.
Thrilling information! Audubon has obtained funding to kickstart a serious salt marsh restoration venture at Hammonasset, starting with planning and designing a residing shoreline to assist hold the coast wholesome and resilient. Be taught in regards to the venture by visiting our desk throughout certainly one of our Salt Marsh Days.
You’re Invited: Saturday “Salt Marsh Days”
Audubon Connecticut and Hammonasset’s Meigs Level Nature Middle invite you to rejoice the park’s distinctive ecosystem and its many inhabitants at our Salt Marsh Days. Every day options displays on native species, visits to the marsh to discover this extremely worthwhile habitat, and academic actions for all ages!
Salt Marsh Days are free to attend (and park entry is free to Connecticut residents). No registration is required. Occasions run all through the day from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
2026 Salt Marsh Days
Examine again for extra details about this 12 months’s themes!
- Saturday, June 20
- Saturday, July 18
- Saturday, August 15
For questions, please contact Meigs Level Nature Middle at rangermpnc@gmail.com or name 203-245-8743.
