McLaughlin Woods

Boston - McLaughlin Woods McLaughlin Playground Path, Boston, MA, United States

We will walk around McLaughlin Woods, looking mainly for warblers and other migrants.

Marblehead Neck Sanctuary

Marblehead Neck MAS Sanctuary 98 Risley Road, Marblehead, MA, United States

We will explore this small gem of a sanctuary for migrants and residents alike.

Cold Spring Park, Newton

Newton - Cold Spring Park 1200 Beacon St, Newton, MA, United States

Easy one to two-mile walk through mixed forest and open areas in search of resident and breeding birds.

Mount Auburn Cemetery

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

Mount Auburn Cemetery

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

Boston Public Garden

Boston Public Garden - Charles St. Entrance Charles St., Boston, MA, United States

This is a two-hour walk exploring the four corners of the Public Garden, where a surprising number of interesting migrants have found their way in the springtime.

Roslindale Wetlands Urban Park

A small but mighty urban wild that offers a variety of habitat. Expect to see a variety of woodpeckers, resident birds, warblers, and other migratory species, as well as a surprise or two. The path is flat with a mix of gravel and dirt surfaces with newly added boardwalks on the wetter sections. Boots are [...]

Mount Auburn Cemetery

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

Millenium Park, West Roxbury

One to two mile walk on good trails along the wetland and woods to look for migrants and resident birds.

Franklin Park: Overlook Ruins, White Stadium & Bear Cages

Boston - Franklin Park Overlook Ruins MA, United States

We will look for warblers, vireos, orioles, and other spring migrants in the northern section of Franklin Park, covering the Overlook Ruins, White Stadium, the Bear Dens, and the Playstead. Beginners welcome and encouraged. Limited loaner binoculars available. Terrain will be mix of paved and unpaved paths and grassy fields and we’ll walk up to [...]

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.

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We hope to see you out birding soon!


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