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Great Neck, Ipswich — CANCELLED due to leader being unavailable
Great Neck, Ipswich — CANCELLED due to leader being unavailable
Great Neck offers a variety of habitats in a concentrated area. This is a recipe for migrants, and the island's position in the region --sandwiched between Crane Beach and Plum Island-- is a great catchpoint for birds stopping over. Shorebirds and waders (tide-depending) gather in Plum Island Sound. Early songbird migrants drop into the woods [...]
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Belle Isle Marsh Reservation & Vicinity
Belle Isle Marsh Reservation & Vicinity
Led by DCR staff. We will search on foot up to one mile, on flat, easy terrain for shorebirds during their peak in migration and passerines that are beginning their southerly migration. This is a traveling program by car or bike. Prepare for mosquitoes and ticks. Ages: Adults and kids 8+ with adult chaperone. ADA/Reasonable [...]
2 field-trips-events,
Belle Isle Marsh Marine Ecology Park, Winthrop
Belle Isle Marsh Marine Ecology Park, Winthrop
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 [...]
Plum Island
Plum Island
Beginners and those with limited mobility welcome. There is an entrance fee for Parker River NWR.
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Plum Island
Plum Island
We will be looking for Shorebirds and Fall migrants. We will drive and walk to various places on the Refuge. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required. Restrooms available.
3 field-trips-events,
Charles River Esplanade
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
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
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 [...]
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Fruitlands Museum, Harvard – SEE NOTE
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
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.
5 field-trips-events,
Bolton Flats Wildlife Management Area, Lancaster
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
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 […]
Danehy Park, Cambridge
Danehy Park, Cambridge
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.
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Great Meadows NWR, Concord
Great Meadows NWR, Concord
We will walk easy trails looking for birds. This is a good time for raptors. Beginners welcome. Note that entrance fee or pass is required.
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Wednesday mornings at Nahanton Park, Newton
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.
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First Encounter Beach – Eastham
First Encounter Beach – Eastham
We will walk along the marsh trail bordered by the Herring River to observe shorebirds, herons, egrets, gulls, and terns gathering in numbers to forage on the outgoing tide. We’ll also encounter other species, including a variety of passerines and raptors. You may want to wear beach sandals or boots. Low tide is about 6:42 […]
Autumnal Equinox Walk
Autumnal Equinox Walk
Celebrate the beginning of the Fall season by birding favorite patches, locally and beyond.
Belle Isle Marsh Reservation & Vicinity
Belle Isle Marsh Reservation & Vicinity
Led by DCR staff. We will search on foot up to one mile, on flat, easy terrain for shorebirds during their peak in migration and passerines that are beginning their southerly migration. This is a traveling program by car or bike. Prepare for mosquitoes and ticks. Ages: Adults and kids 8+ with adult chaperone. ADA/Reasonable […]
2 field-trips-events,
Delaney WMA, Stow
Delaney WMA, Stow
We will spend the morning walking 3-4 miles through fields, forests and wetlands looking for post-nesting birds and early migrants. Contact leader the night before in case of rain prediction. No restrooms are available. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent. Be prepared for poison ivy.
Millennium Park
Millennium Park
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 […]
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Charles River Esplanade
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
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.
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Fall migrants at Roslindale Wetlands Urban Park
Fall migrants at 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 […]
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2 field-trips-events,
Fresh Pond, Cambridge
Fresh Pond, Cambridge
A two mile walk on (mostly) paved paths around the pond. In addition to the “usual suspects”, we are likely to see some of the fall warblers, plus possibly a few of the Weird Ducks that have started to arrive.
Rock Meadow, Belmont
Rock Meadow, Belmont
Come join us for a walk at scenic Rock Meadow and Beaver Brook North, home of open fields, wetlands, ample woods and edge habitat, and public gardens which attract a wide variety of migrating song birds. Hiking is relatively easy, and should be a bit under two miles total at most, if we venture further […]
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Arlington Reservoir
Arlington Reservoir
In the fall water levels are lowered creating good conditions for ducks and shorebirds. We will also visit the adjacent Lexington community farm. Birds are found feasting on the remains of the crops planted there. We will walk about a mile on wide paths and some uneven ground (possibly muddy). Note that the reservoir area […]
Belle Isle Marsh Marine Ecology Park, Winthrop
Belle Isle Marsh Marine Ecology Park, Winthrop
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 […]
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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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Birding 101 | Birding Boston | Conservation Series | Family Friendly | Limited Mobility | Pelagic | Meeting