November is a HOOT at Audubon
November 2025 Highlights from the Audubon Society of Rhode Island
(Hit the trails on a crisp November evening in search of owls, grab your binoculars and head out on a bird walk, or bring the kids for plenty of hands-on nature activities. Note that owl prowls are very popular and fill quickly – register early and get in on the fun!
Unless noted, registration is required for all programs. Register online and view a complete listing of programs through the events calendar at www.asri.org/calendar.
Audubon (Almost) Full Moon Owl Prowl
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, Bristol, RI
November 4, 2025; 4:30-6:00pm
Take to the trails on an (almost) full moon in search of owls! Join an Audubon naturalist in this guided hike of the Claire D. McIntosh Wildlife Refuge to listen and look for owls. While we never know if we’ll hear or see an owl, participants will learn a lot and have a great hike. Please dress for the weather and bring a flashlight.
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI; Fee: $10/member adult, $5/member child; $14/non-member adult, $7/non-member child. Ages: All. Register online through the events calendar at asri.org/calendar.
Beavers of Fisherville
Audubon Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, Exeter, RI
November 4, 2025; 4:30-6:30pm;
Join Audubon for an evening walk and discussion regarding the beavers that have taken up residence in the Fisherville Pond. We will take a close-up look at beaver dams, lodges, and hopefully the beaver themselves. At dusk, beavers become active, so we may get to see these engineers at work. Wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight.
Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter, RI; Fee: $10/member; $14/non-member.
Ages: 8 and up. Register online through the events calendar at asri.org/calendar.
Wednesday Morning Bird Walks with Audubon
Locations Across Rhode Island
November 5, 12, 19, 2025; 9:00 – 11:00am
Audubon offers small-group Wednesday Morning Bird Walks with naturalist Laura Carberry. Each week a new birding destination will be chosen. Advance registration is required. Locations will be sent to registered participants in advance. (Note: there is no walk on November 26.)
Locations determined weekly; Every Wednesday through June 2026; Fee: $5/member, $10/non-member. Ages: 14+. Register online through the events calendar at asri.org/calendar.
Explore Prudence Island
Prudence Island, RI
November 5, 2025; 9:45-4:45pm
Enjoy a late fall day exploring Prudence Island. Take several short walks, look for returning harbor seals hauled out on the rocks, search for migrating birds, and visit many of the Reserve’s properties. Expect to walk about 3-4 miles over the course of the day. Due to limited space, reservations are required.
Narragansett Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Prudence Island, RI; November 5, 2025; 9:45 am-4:45 pm; Fee: $12/member, $14/Non-member. Ages: Adult.
Beaver Moon Owl Prowl
Audubon Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, Smithfield, RI
November 6, 2025; 6:30-8:30pm
Visit Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge on the Beaver Moon night to search for owls! An Audubon naturalist will call for different species on the forest trails. While we never know if we’ll hear or see an owl, participants will learn a lot and have a great night hike. Please dress for the weather, wear sturdy walking shoes, and bring a flashlight. The hike will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Advance registration is required.
Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI; Fee: $10/member adult, $5/member child; $14/non-member adult, $7/non-member child. Ages: 10 and up. Register online through the events calendar at asri.org/calendar.
Owl Prowl at Ruecker
Audubon Emilie Ruecker Wildlife Refuge, Tiverton, RI
November 7, 2025; 6:30-7:30pm
Come and walk the trails of Audubon’s Emilie Ruecker Wildlife Refuge at night to look and listen for our resident owls. Learn about the behavior and biology that makes these raptors so fascinating. Please dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes for hiking, and bring a flashlight. For families with children ages 10 and up. The hike will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
Emilie Ruecker Wildlife Refuge, 116 Seapowet Avenue, Tiverton, RI; Fee: $10/member, $5/member child; $14/non-member, $7/non-member child. Ages: 10 and up. Register online through the events calendar at asri.org/calendar.
Bristol Bimonthly Bird Walks
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, Bristol, RI
November 7 and 21, 2025; 9:00-11:00 am
Join an Audubon naturalist for a morning stroll through the Claire D. McIntosh Wildlife Refuge in search of birds. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced birder, you’ll enjoy spotting and learning about resident species and seasonal visitors. Bring your binoculars and experience the sights and sounds of fall birding! Offered every other Friday this fall and winter in Bristol, RI.
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI; Fee: $5/member, $10/non-member. Ages: 14+. Register online through the events calendar at asri.org/calendar.
Nature Journaling Workshops: Successional Field Walk
Frances Carter Preserve, Charlestown, RI
November 8, 2025; 10:00-11:30am
Discover the art of nature observation and reflection guided by Audubon naturalists. These hands-on courses invite participants to expand their knowledge of Rhode Island’s natural history while learning and implementing field illustration techniques. Learn the technical and interpretive skills needed to communicate scientific and ecological information through art, gain new knowledge, and explore a variety of natural habitats. A journal will be provided to all participants.
Frances Carter Preserve, Charlestown, RI; Fee: $20/member; $25/non-member. Ages: Adult. Register online through the events calendar at asri.org/calendar.
Veterans Day Nature Activities
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, Bristol, RI
November 11, 2025; 10:00 am-3:00pm
Discover the natural world with fun-filled family activities including crafts, animal interviews, nature stories, and more. No registration is required. Activities are included with admission.
10:00am – 3:00pm: Craft Table
10:00am: Nature Story
11:00 am & 2:30pm: Animal Interview
1:00pm: Nature Walk
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI; Fee: $5/member, $10/non-member. Ages: All.
Owls and Ales at Fisherville
Audubon Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, Exeter, RI
November 14, 2025; 6:30-8:30pm
Meet one of Audubon’s amazing owls in person! Come to the Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge for a presentation on these fascinating birds while enjoying locally brewed beers. Then take a guided walk through the wildlife refuge at night to look and listen for owls and other signs of animal life. Leave the kids at home —this program is just for adults! Come prepared to go outside on a chilly winter evening. Bring a flashlight and dress for the weather!
Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter, RI; Fee: $30/member; $35/non-member. Ages: 21 and up. Register online through the events calendar at asri.org/calendar.
Big Raptor, Little Raptor
Audubon Caratunk Wildlife Refuge, Seekonk, MA
November 15, 2025; 11:00am-12:00pm
Meet two live raptors – a Red-tailed Hawk and an Eastern Screech owl – one of the largest hawks in Rhode Island and one of the smallest owls that can be found in our area. Explore the lives of these amazing birds of prey and touch biofacts: feathers, wings, and talons. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Advance registration is required.
Caratunk Wildlife Refuge, 301 Brown Avenue, Seekonk, MA; Fee: $10/member adult, $5/member child; $14/non-member adult, $7/non-member child. Ages: 4 and up. Register online through the events calendar at asri.org/calendar.
Knit Owls
Audubon Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, Smithfield, RI
November 18, 2025; 5:30-7:00pm
Looking to craft a holiday gift or decoration? Join Audubon and learn to knit a small, three-dimensional owl. This program is for intermediate to advanced knitters who are comfortable using double-pointed needles and knitting stranded colorwork. Instruction, pattern, and yarn provided. Participants must bring their own US size 1 double pointed needles.
Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI; Fee: $25/member; $30/non-member. Ages: Teen to Adult. Register online through the events calendar at asri.org/calendar.
Native Plants and Pollinators Lecture
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, Bristol, RI
November 22, 2025; 10:00-11:00am
Are you looking to support wildlife at home but don’t know where to start? Join Audubon and learn the ins and outs of gardening with native plants to support local pollinators. Take home information about what to plant, where to find native species, and many tips on how your gardening space can be a sanctuary for wildlife. Ages 15 and up.
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI; Fee: $20/member, $25/non-member. Ages: 15 and up. Register online through the events calendar at asri.org/calendar.
Bank of America Free Family Fun Day
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, Bristol, RI
November 22, 2025; 10:00am-3:00pm
Thanks to Bank of America, Audubon offers free admission to the Nature Center and Aquarium on Select Saturdays this fall. Bring the family for nature stories, animal discoveries, crafts, hikes, and more. No need to register.
10:00am – 3:00pm: Craft Table
10:00am: Nature Story
11:00am & 2:30pm: Animal Interview
1:00pm: Scales, Scales and More Scales – Come learn about all things snake – biology, behavior, adaptations and more through an engaging presentation and hands on activities! For ages 6+.
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI; Fee: Free. Ages: All.
Day After Thanksgiving Activities
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, Bristol, RI
November 28, 2025; 10:00am-3:00pm
Give thanks for all that nature has given us. The day after Thanksgiving is for leftovers, but at Audubon it is also a day to rediscover why nature matters. Join fun nature and animal-themed activities for the whole family. No registration is needed. Activities included with admission.
10:00 am-3:00pm: Craft Table
10:00am: Nature Story
11:00am and 2:30pm: Animal Interview
1:00pm: Turkey Trot Nature Walk
Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI; Fee: Free with Admission. Ages: All.
Photos:
Bank of America Free Family Fun Day, November 22, 2025. Photo by Betsy Staples.
Barred Owl by Ed Hughes.
Wild Turkeys – Day After Thanksgiving Activities. Photo by Heidi Farmer