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Pelagic, Hyannis MA to Nantucket Shoals

Hyannis - Pelagic - Helen H 137 Pleasant St, Hyannis, MA, United States

A great time of year to get offshore. We often find masses of sea ducks around Nantucket Sound, with lingering shearwaters over the shoals and a chance for alcids. Limited to 65 participants. Cost: $100 (BBC members), $120 (non-members). To reserve a space, click here. Please see our Pelagic Trips page for useful trip information and caveats. **If you [...]

Belle Isle Marsh and Vicinity

East Boston - Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, United States

Led by DCR staff. We will search on foot up to one mile, on flat, easy terrain for snowy owls and other raptors, native sparrows, finches, and waterfowl. Expect to move to different locations by car or bicycle. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities available upon request. Ages: Adults and kids 8 years+ with adult [...]

Cape Ann

Gloucester - Fisherman's Monument Gloucester Fisherman's Memorial, 60 Western Ave, Gloucester, MA, United States

We will search for alcids and other wintering seabirds. Be prepared for cold and windy weather. In case of inclement weather check with leader night before trip.

CANCELLED – Dunback Meadow, Lexington

Lexington - Dunback Meadow Clark Middle School Entrance 17 Stedman Rd., Lexington, MA, United States

Due to expected poor weather conditions this trip has been cancelled.

Boston Nature Center

Mattapan - MAS Boston Nature Center 500 Walk Hill St, Mattapan, MA, United States

Join us on a free joint BBC-Boston Nature Center bird walk to observe resident birds and fall/winter migrants in a unique urban setting that is a favorite habitat for many bird species. A BNC naturalist will help us find and identify birds through field marks, sounds, and behaviors. The walk is suitable for all levels [...]

Midweek Hunt for Alcids and Seabirds

Rockport - Halibut Point State Park Halibut Point State Park, Rockport, MA, United States

Join us for a mid-week hunt for alcids and other wintering seabirds. Be prepared for cold and windy weather. If bad weather is predicted, contact the leader by 6:00 p.m. the previous evening.

Belle Isle Marsh and Vicinity

East Boston - Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, United States

Led by DCR staff. We will search on foot up to one mile, on flat, easy terrain for snowy owls and other raptors, native sparrows, finches, and waterfowl. Expect to move to different locations by car or bicycle. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities available upon request. Ages: Adults and kids 8 years+ with adult [...]

Cape Ann

Gloucester - Fisherman's Monument Gloucester Fisherman's Memorial, 60 Western Ave, Gloucester, MA, United States

We will search for alcids and other wintering seabirds. Be prepared for cold and windy weather. In case of inclement weather check with leader night before trip. Cosponsored with the Essex County Ornithological club

We follow all policies of field trip location property owners and co-sponsoring organizations. 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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