Charles River Esplanade

We will walk along the Charles River Esplanade from the Longfellow Bridge upriver looking for birds on both land and water. We hope to see a range of fall migrants as well as year round residents. Co-sponsored with the Charles River Esplanade Association. Preregister on the Esplanade Association's website: https://events.humanitix.com/bird

Wednesday mornings at Nahanton Park, Newton

We will watch the fall migration rise and fall at a suburban park location,over the span of seven weeks: Warblers give way to sparrows. Easy walk near garden plots, along the Charles, and through woods. Waterproof shoes recommended. Canceled if steady rain. Portapotty available.

Slow Birding Revere Beach

Led by DCR Park Staff. Come observe the beautiful details of birds and their behaviors and share observations with others in the group. Pose questions and memories that observations elicit. Birds we expect to see include resident gulls, Common Eider and perhaps arriving White-winged Scoters. Ages: adults and children 8 years + with an adult […]

Fruitlands Museum, Harvard – SEE NOTE

Please be aware that there is currently High EEE risk in Harvard.  The Harvard Board of Health recommends wearing long pants, long sleeves, socks and a hat.  Apply an EPA-approved repellent. We will look for warblers, thrushes, sparrows, and raptors, among many other birds. Expect to walk about 2 miles on trails through meadow and […]

Cold Spring Park, Newton

This large multi-use city park offers an easy 1.4-mile loop through mixed forest, open green areas, and red maple swamplands, attracting a surprising array of resident and migratory birds. Porta Potties available.

Bolton Flats Wildlife Management Area, Lancaster

This walk will focus on fall migrant land birds such as warblers and sparrows and any other birds that we may discover. The leveled dirt trail is about two miles long and is usually dry, but there may be a few large puddles to negotiate necessitating waterproof boots. We may also explore the section on […]

Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan

Join us to observe resident birds and early fall migrants in a unique urban habitat that is a favorite for many bird species, including uncommon and rare birds. A BNC naturalist will help us find and identify birds through field marks, sounds, and behaviors. Birders of all levels will enjoy these guided walks; beginning birders […]

Halibut Point State Park, Rockport

Beginners encouraged. A two-hour walk over easy to moderate trails in search of seasonal specialties. Boots advisable. Co-sponsored by DCR.

Danehy Park, Cambridge

Cambridge - Danehy Park 99 Sherman Street, Cambridge, MA, United States

Join us for an urban birding trip. A small marsh, grasses, and open fields often attract unexpected birds in this setting. All are welcome, including beginners and those who historically have not been included in birding! Loaner binoculars available for use during this trip.

Plum Island

We will drive and carpool down the Parker River Refuge in search of shorebirds and fall migrants.

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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