Newburyport and Vicinity

Newburyport - Cashman Park 68 Sally Snyder Way, Newburyport, MA, United States

The middle of winter is often a good time for hawks, owls and waterfowl. We may visit Salisbury Beach, Parker River, areas along the Merrimac River, or other locations depending on recent sightings. In case of inclement weather check with leader night before trip. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required to visit [...]

Neponset River Greenway, Mattapan to Milton (T accessible)

Boston - Neponset River Greenway, Mattapan to Milton 1674 Blue Hill Avenue, Mattapan, MA, United States

Enjoy an approximately 2-mile walk along the Neponset River Greenway on an accessible boardwalk and bike path. Let's see what we can find together! Beginners encouraged as well as more experienced birders.

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, waterfowl and red-winged blackbirds. Expect to move to different locations by car or bicycle. Prepare for ticks. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities available upon request. Ages: Adults and [...]

Dunback Meadow, Lexington

Lexington - Dunback Meadow Allen Street Entrance Dunback Meadow, 30 Allen St, Lexington, MA, United States

We will look for wintering birds, including raptors.

Newburyport and Vicinity

Newburyport - Train Station Newburyport Train Station, Newburyport, MA, United States

We will visit Plum Island, areas along the Merrimack River, and Salisbury. In case of inclement weather check with leader night before trip. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required to visit Parker River NWR.  NOTE: Meeting Place Changed.  We will meet at the train station parking lot.

Midweek Hunt for Alcids and Seabirds

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

Join us for a midweek 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.

Woodcocks at Meriam’s Corner

Concord - Meriam's Corner 751 Lexington Rd, Concord, MA, United States

American Woodcocks are regular visitors to the fields of Minute Man NHP each spring. Listen and watch for this unusual bird's courtship display. We will walk about 1/2 mile on boardwalk and wide trail but woodcocks can often be heard and seen from the parking lot and participants may elect to stay in that area.

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 [...]

Plum Island

Parker River NWR - Lot #1 Refuge Rd., Newbury, MA, MA, United States

Due to anticipated weather conditions this trip has been cancelled.

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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