Hatches Harbor Fire Rd. to Race Point Light

Provincetown - Hatches Harbor MA, United States

We will follow the fire road to the dike separating Hatches Harbor from the airport that leads out to both the harbor and Race Point. Gulls, terns, shorebirds, waterfowl, raptors, and passerines are among the many species we might see. There could be wet conditions on the way out to the lighthouse, so you may [...]

Squantum – Quincy

Quincy - Squantum - Mosswetusset Hummock Quincy, MA, United States

This trip will focus on migrant shorebirds which are starting to filter into this area after their short breeding season in the northern regions of the continent. A few noteworthy breeding birds also inhabit the area including Saltmarsh Sparrows and American Oystercatchers. Be prepared for the possibility of biting insects. Cosponsored with South Shore Bird [...]

Belle Isle Marsh Reservation & 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 large groups of herons and egrets, common and rare shorebirds. Expect to move to different locations by car or bicycle. Prepare for mosquitoes and ticks. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities available upon request. Ages: Adults and [...]

Great Meadows NWR, Concord

Concord - Great Meadows Concord Unit, Entrance Rd, Concord, MA, United States

We will walk easy trials looking for birds and butterflies. Shorebirds and early fall migrants are expected. Beginners welcome. Note that entrance fee or pass is required.

Great Meadows NWR, Concord

Concord - Great Meadows Concord Unit, Entrance Rd, Concord, MA, United States

We will search for resident migrant birds and as well as shorebirds. Note that entrance fee or pass is required.

Millennium Park, West Roxbury (MOVED FROM BELLE ISLE MARSH)

West Roxbury - Millennium Park 300 Gardner Street, Boston, MA, United States

We are moving the regularly scheduled walk from Belle Isle Marsh to our backup location of **Millennium Park** in West Roxbury because the mosquitos are likely to be thick this week due to recent rains. Millennium Park is a reliable place to see birds year round so we should still plenty of birds.  We will meet [...]

Squantum – Quincy

Quincy - Squantum - Mosswetusset Hummock Quincy, MA, United States

We'll check the marshes and the mudflats in Squantum for shorebirds, starting at Mosswetusset Hummock and visiting other spots nearby. At high tide around 10:00 am, we'll try checking the high tide roosts for shorebirds as well. Be prepared for the possibility of biting insects. Cosponsored with South Shore Bird Club.

Slow Birding Revere Beach

Revere Beach 21 Revere Beach Blvd, Revere, MA, United States

Discover how you can enliven and enrich your experience of nature by slowly and carefully observing the fine aesthetic details and behavior of birds that may include shorebirds and gulls. During the last half hour of this program, you will have the option to leave early or to participate in accompanying guided mindfulness practices. Be [...]

Hellcat, Parker River NWR

Parker River NWR - Lot #4 Newbury, MA, United States

Shorebirds, Herons, & Swallows. Bring a chair, bug spray, and water. Trip runs until dark.

Great Meadows NWR, Concord with Limited Mobility Option

Concord - Great Meadows Concord Unit, Entrance Rd, Concord, MA, United States

We will walk slowly looking for rails, shorebirds, wading birds, and migrating Common Nighthawks. This portion of the walk is about a half mile round trip on easy terrain. Those who wish to are invited to continue another one mile round trip to search for night-herons with Kathy. Those who don’t wish to walk further [...]

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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