Mount Auburn Cemetery

Mount Auburn Cemetery 536 Mt Auburn St, Cambridge, MA, United States

BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.

Late Spring Migrants at Minute Man NHP, Lincoln.

Join me at this undiscovered birding spot which hosts many nesting species and late migrants. Blue-winged Warbler, American Redstart, and Indigo Buntings are regular nesters. Each year brings a few surprises. In past years, around this date, these have included Bay-Breasted Warbler, Alder Flycatcher, Yellow-throated Vireo, and both cuckoos. This is a one mile walk [...]

“Hidden” Nature on the Jamaicaway / Arnold Arboretum

Co-sponsored by Outdoor Afro and the Brookline Bird Club. Pre-registration is required for this walk. Walk leader Kaitlin Smith from Outdoor Afro will story the grounds we traverse by sharing about some of the ecological, culinary, medicinal, and folkloric dimensions of the plants we meet along the way. Walk leaders Bob Mayer and Kathy Dia [...]

Mount Auburn Cemetery

Mount Auburn Cemetery 536 Mt Auburn St, Cambridge, MA, United States

A search for late migrants, including Mourning Warblers. BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.

Evening Walk at Minute Man NHP, Lincoln.

Minute Man NHP - Brooks Village Brooks Village, Concord, MA, United States

This area is great for late migrants and nesting species. Our target species will include Alder and Olive-sided Flycatchers, as well as nesting Blue-winged Warbler and Indigo Bunting. This is a one-mile walk on paved paths and boardwalk. Insect repellent is suggested.

Pine Hill Road Grassland

Lancaster - Pine Hill Road Grasslands Pine Hill Road, Lancaster, MA, United States

In June, this wonderfully preserved grassland is alive with the songs of breeding Grasshopper and Vesper Sparrow, which are state listed as threatened species. Prairie Warbler, Indigo Bunting, and American Kestrels nest regularly here as well. A mile walk on level grade; can be dry so bring water. Drive to the end of Pine Hill [...]

Great Meadows NWR, Concord

We will walk slowly looking for rails, shorebirds, wading birds, and migrating Common Nighthawks. Note that entrance fee or pass is required.

BBC field trips are open to all participants. Unless otherwise stated, all trips are free to attend and do not need preregistration. You do not need to be a club member to attend, though we hope you will join. See the Field Trip FAQ for answers to general questions. Contact leaders for more details about specific trips.

We follow all policies of field trip location property owners and co-sponsoring organizations. These may include ongoing public health measures. Some participants may choose to wear a face mask for health purposes. We support their right to do so.

We hope to see you out birding soon!


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