Boston Nature Center
Mattapan - MAS Boston Nature Center 500 Walk Hill St, Mattapan, MA, United StatesJoin us to observe resident birds and spring migrants in a unique urban habitat that is a favorite stomping ground for many bird species. We will search for early spring migrants such as Eastern Phoebes, Palm Warbler and White-Crowned Sparrow and enjoy winter birds still present. Beginning birders welcome! Trails are flat and easy to [...]
Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, Concord
Concord - Great Meadows Concord Unit, Entrance Rd, Concord, MA, United StatesWe will look for early migrants, waterfowl, and waders. Conditions may be wet; boots advised. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required.
Newburyport and Vicinity
Parker River NWR - HQ 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, MA, United StatesWe will visit Plum Island, areas along the Merrimac River and West Newbury in pursuit of early migrants. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required.
Woodcock Watch, Oxbow NWR, Harvard
We will stay until it gets dark to watch for American Woodcock. Come early to enjoy other birds. Rain date Sunday, March 26, same time.
RESCHEDULED – “Timberdoodles” Kids Walk in Belmont – for kids aged 5-12 with an accompanying adult
This walk has been rescheduled to March 31. Contact leader for details. The American Woodcock is an unusual upland shorebird whose unique courtship display is really something to see! Join us as we listen and look for woodcocks and other nocturnal creatures. Bring a kid and bring your enthusiasm! Be sure to dress for the weather [...]
Blue Hills
Blue Hills Reservation Chickatawbut Rd. and Randolph Ave, Milton, MAThus trip consists of several short, one mile hikes (the first is rather steep) to look for Turkey Vultures, Pileated Woodpeckers, Eastern Bluebirds and early arriving Eastern Phoebes and Pine Warblers.
Blue Hills – Woodcock Walk in Fowl Meadow
Blue Hills - Burma Road 1361 Brush Hill Rd, Hyde Park, MAWe are usually successful in seeing the Woodcock's mating flight, and on one occasion saw its mating display. We will hike one mile on a flat trail that may be wet.
Fruitlands Museum, Harvard
Co-sponsored with Boxborough Birders. We will look for resident species including Indigo Bunting, Savannah Sparrow, Hermit Thrush, Scarlet Tanager, Veery, Blue-headed Vireo, Wild Turkey, American Kestrel, and a variety of warblers. Expect to walk about two miles on trails through meadows and woods, with some steep sections. Prepare for ticks. We will bird at the [...]
Belle Isle Marsh and Vicinity
East Boston - Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, United StatesLed by DCR staff. We will search on foot up to one mile, on flat, easy terrain for raptors, shorebirds and resident wading marsh birds at this birding hotspot and state park. Expect to move to different locations by car or bicycle. Prepare for mosquitoes and ticks. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities available upon [...]
Great Meadows NWR, Concord
Concord - Great Meadows Concord Unit, Entrance Rd, Concord, MA, United StatesThis is an easy walk on level paths in search of early spring birds. Rain cancels the walk. Note that entrance fee or pass is required.
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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Birding 101 | Birding Boston | Conservation Series | Family Friendly | Limited Mobility | Pelagic | Meeting