The Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) is proud to once again offer an in-person Annual Meeting...our 42nd year! This year the event will be held on UConn's beautiful Avery Point Campus in Groton, CT on March 7, 2026 from 9am to 4pm. Unfortunately we were unable to return to Middlesex due to scheduling conflicts with the school. But we are confident this year's event will be worth the extra travel time. One of our long-time COA supporters will once again be joining us as our Lead Sponsor...Sunrise Birding! Many of our Connecticut birders have joined Gina Nichol and her team for birding excursions around the world. If you are looking for a trip that will "reveal the splendor and diversity of the natural world", be sure to swing by their table in our Exhibitor Hall to chat with Gina Nichol and Steve Bird. Whether you're looking to travel here in the US or go somewhere international, Sunrise Birding has many different trips coming up for you to explore. Visit their website - sunrisebirding.com for more info! The Annual Meeting is open to COA Members and non-members, but registration ends February 25th. We'd love to see you there! For more information on the event, our speaker lineup, Sponsors, and Exhibitors, visit our website: ctbirding.org/annual-meeting Happy Birding! Corey Leamy Secretary, Connecticut Ornithological Association Chester