2026 CWA Day

9AM to Noon: New Waterfowl Hunter Informational Seminar. If you are new to waterfowl hunting and are wondering how to get started, this is the session for you. Our experienced hunters will teach you the basics of waterfowling including the necessary gear, how to find public hunting spots, and (most importantly) how to stay safe. This seminar is offered in cooperation with the State of Connecticut Hunter Education Program. Please sign up here if you wish to attend the new waterfowl hunter seminar: https://he.aspirafocus.com/huntersafety/Account/Register?controllingSpc=9

Noon to 3PM: Enjoy a free, smoked BBQ picnic dinner courtesy of the CWA. Network with other hunters and meet potential hunting partners. Bring your unwanted hunting and outdoor gear and browse or swap with others in our tag sale. Folks wishing to attend early to lay out their gear can come to set up at 11AM. The GSA 5-Stand course will be available to practice shooting in advance of the season for $10/round. Anyone wishing to shoot must bring their own shotgun and ammunition size 7.5 shot and smaller. We will also have individuals attending to provide information on proper shotgun fit, proper shooting form, decoy carving, how trapping benefits waterfowl populations, prescription and non-prescription safety shooting eyewear, and much more.