Charles River Esplanade

Boston - Charles River Esplanade MA, United States

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 spring migrants as well as year round residents and birds setting up their breeding territories. Co-sponsored with the Charles River Esplanade Association. Loaner binoculars available. Preregister at […]

Martin Burns WMA, West Newbury.

Newbury - Martin Burns WMA Orchard Street Entrance Orchard St, Newbury, MA, United States

We will walk the three-mile loop. No restroom facilities.

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.

Fresh Pond Reservation, Cambridge

Cambridge - Fresh Pond - TD Bank 235 Alewife Brook Pkwy, Cambridge, MA, United States

An easy, approximately two-mile walk on paved paths around the pond.

Mount Auburn Cemetery

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

A search for late migrants, including Mourning Warblers.

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 […]

Evening Walk at Minute Man NHP, Lincoln.

Minute Man NHP - Brooks Village Brooks Village, Concord, MA, United States

This area is great for late migrants and nesting species. Blue-winged Warblers and Indigo Buntings are regular nesters. Alder Flycatcher is possible. This is a one-mile walk on paved paths and boardwalk. Insect repellent suggested.

Mount Auburn Cemetery

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

A search for late migrants, including Mourning Warblers.

Dunback Meadow, Lexington

Lexington - Dunback Meadow Clark Middle School Entrance 17 Stedman Rd., Lexington, MA, United States

Our target birds will be late migrants including Mourning Warbler and flycatchers. Be prepared to walk three to five miles.

Mount Auburn Cemetery

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

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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