Cumberland Farms Fields River St. Entrance Halifax
Halifax - Cumberland Farms - River St 10 River St, Halifax, MA, United StatesWe will walk about 1.5 miles on gravel, possibly icy, paths in search of Rough-legged Hawk and Short-eared Owl as well as other winter residents including Eastern Meadowlarks! Arrive early and listen for owls.
CANCELLED – Belle Isle Marsh and Vicinity
East Boston - Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, United StatesDUE TO EXPECTED EXTREME COLD THIS TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
RESCEHDULED – Charles River, Watertown
Watertown Square - Greenway EntranceDUE TO WEATHER AND WALKING CONDITIONS THIS TRIP HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR FEBRUARY 3.
NEW DATE – Salisbury Beach State Reservation
Salisbury Beach State ReservationWe will bird the Salisbury Beach State Park. In case of inclement weather check with leader night before trip. There will be some walking. Restrooms available. THIS TRIP WAS PREVIOUSLY SCHEDULED FOR SUNDAY, JANUARY 14.
Dunback Meadow, Lexington
Lexington - Dunback Meadow Clark Middle School Entrance 17 Stedman Rd., Lexington, MA, United StatesWe will look for wintering birds, including raptors.
Cape Ann
Gloucester - Fisherman's Monument Gloucester Fisherman's Memorial, 60 Western Ave, Gloucester, MA, United StatesWe will search 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.
NEW DATE – Winter Crows in the Thousands – The Lawrence Crow Roost
Lawrence is well known for its winter crow roost., with thousands of birds pouring in from every direction. Join a late afternoon trip on January 20to witness the spectacle. (Bad weather date January 21, same time.) Participants will meet an hour before sunset (3:30 p.m). During a pre-trip webinar on Wednesday January 17 the leaders [...]
Newburyport and Vicinity
Newburyport - Cashman Park 68 Sally Snyder Way, Newburyport, MA, United StatesIn case of inclement weather check with leader night before trip. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required to visit Parker River NWR.
South Boston – Castle Island
South Boston - Castle Island Parking Lot, 2080 Day Blvd. 2080 Day Blvd., Boston, MA, United StatesJoin us on a free joint BBC-Boston Nature Center bird walk to observe resident birds and 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. We will search for wintering alcids, loons [...]
NEW DATE – Deer Island & Boston Harbor, Winthrop
Winthrop - Deer Island Parking Lot 180 Tafts Ave., Winthrop, MA, United StatesWe will search for wintering seabirds, alcids, and Iceland Gulls. Be prepared for cold and wind and dress very warmly. Depending on conditions, we will walk up to 2.6 miles on paved paths. Port-a-potties available midway. Beginners welcome and encouraged. NOTE: This walk has been rescheduled from 1/28 with a new start time and leader.
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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