The Audubon Shop

The Audubon Shop Binoculars, scopes, feeders/seed, birdhouses, books, gifts and unforgettable experiences. Since 1986 Come try our exclusive tripod, The Birder.

We carry all major brands of binoculars and telescopes, and offer repairs, as well. Friendly, expert advice! Purveyors of bird feeders, bird seed, field guides (world-wide) and nature books, kids books, nature-themed artwork and jewelry, and unforgettable experiences...

Hello, June! ☀️ The days are longer, the energy is high, and summer is just getting started. Here's to a June filled wit...
06/02/2026

Hello, June! ☀️

The days are longer, the energy is high, and summer is just getting started. Here's to a June filled with good moments and even better people.

What are you most excited about this summer? Tell us below! 👇

Need a reset? Trade one scroll break for a nature break. 🌿A quick 20–30−minute walk outside can:🔹 Clear your head after ...
05/29/2026

Need a reset? Trade one scroll break for a nature break. 🌿

A quick 20–30−minute walk outside can:
🔹 Clear your head after work
🔹 Boost your mood and focus
🔹 Turn an ordinary day into an everyday adventure

You don’t need a remote trail to reconnect—start with your nearest park, greenway, or even your own block. Step outside, look up, and see what (and who) is sharing your space.

ZEISS Nature

May migration is in full swing—and the birds aren’t the only ones on the move. It’s the perfect time to refresh your bir...
05/21/2026

May migration is in full swing—and the birds aren’t the only ones on the move. It’s the perfect time to refresh your birding kit.

Our Migration Month Must‑Haves:
🔹 Lightweight binoculars for long mornings on the trail
🔹 Spotting scope + tripod to pick out distant warblers and raptors
🔹 Weather-ready strap & harness to keep you comfortable on the go
🔹 Lens cleaning kit so every feather stays razor-sharp in your view

Whether you’re chasing lifers at your local hotspot or birding your neighborhood park, we’ll help you find the right setup for spring migration.

Learn more atThe Audubon Shop to get geared up before the next big wave of birds arrives.

For a few weeks each spring, everything changes. Warblers arrive in numbers, moving through fast and often unseen, stopp...
05/15/2026

For a few weeks each spring, everything changes.

Warblers arrive in numbers, moving through fast and often unseen, stopping briefly to rest and refuel before continuing north. 🌍

What gives them away isn’t their color, but their sound. Each species carries its own song, from soft trills to sharp, rhythmic bursts, turning trees and hedgerows into a layered soundscape.

This is migration at full pace.

Why we get up early and listen!
05/13/2026

Why we get up early and listen!

Happy Mother's day from The Audubon Shop! 🌷♥️
05/10/2026

Happy Mother's day from The Audubon Shop! 🌷♥️

Spring means one thing for many birders in the US...hummingbirds are arriving.These tiny travelers are built for speed a...
05/07/2026

Spring means one thing for many birders in the US...hummingbirds are arriving.

These tiny travelers are built for speed and precision. Their wings can beat up to 80 times per second, allowing them to hover perfectly still while feeding. And during spring, they’re busy feeding constantly, chasing rivals, defending territory and beginning courtship displays.

Despite their size, hummingbirds are incredible travelers, returning each year to the same feeding and breeding areas.🌍

You might only see them for a moment but it’s a moment worth watching.

April is International Customer Loyalty Month! 💙 We wouldn’t be here without YOU, our amazing customers! Your support me...
04/23/2026

April is International Customer Loyalty Month! 💙

We wouldn’t be here without YOU, our amazing customers!

Your support means everything, and we’re so grateful to be part of your journey. 🙌

Just a few of the birds reported in eBird yesterday for CT. It’s heating up! (Migration, that is!)          c
04/20/2026

Just a few of the birds reported in eBird yesterday for CT. It’s heating up! (Migration, that is!)
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Migration magic is happening now across North America! Songbirds are on the move—flying at night and stopping by day to ...
04/16/2026

Migration magic is happening now across North America!

Songbirds are on the move—flying at night and stopping by day to rest and refuel. That means your yard, local park, or garden might be a temporary home for some incredible travelers!

Some places are true migration hot spots, like Cape May, Magee Marsh, Point Pelee, and Point Reyes. These areas near large bodies of water funnel migrating birds along shorelines or give them a place to refuel before crossing big water.

Whether you’re birding in your backyard or visiting a well-known stopover site, migration season is a special time to witness nature in motion. ✨

Address

907 Boston Post Road
Madison, CT
06443

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+12032459056

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