Halibut Point State Park, Rockport
Rockport - Halibut Point State Park Halibut Point State Park, RockportMilton Landing & Neponset River Greenway
Boston - Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway 88 Wharf Street, MiltonWeek of Field Trips / Events
Vernal Equinox Walk. Leader’s Choice
The trip leader will monitor recent sightings prior to meeting and select the birdiest spots. Contact leader for details. Call or e-mail no later than 7 PM on March 20.
Arlington Reservoir
Arlington Reservoir
Visit Arlington Reservoir and the adjacent Lexington Community Farm to search for late winter lingerers and early migrants. Cosponsored with Menotomy Bird club.
Halibut Point State Park, Rockport
Halibut Point State Park, Rockport
A two-hour walk, about 1.5 miles, over easy to moderate gravel roads and trails in search of seasonal specialties. Boots advisable. Restrooms are available. In case of inclement weather check with leader night before trip.
Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway
Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway
Enjoy an approximately 2-mile walk along the Neponset River Greenway bike path from Milton to Dorchester. We will start at Milton's Landing to see some waterfowl and gulls. Then we will walk along the Neponset River Greenway. Beginners as well as more experienced birders are welcome. Limited mobility welcome but snow or ice may be [...]
Woodcocks at Alewife
Woodcocks at Alewife
We will search the northwest corner of Cambridge in hopes of seeing, or at least hearing, the American Woodcock's mating display, a traditional New England rite of spring. Walk of less than a mile mostly or entirely on flat, paved walkways. No restrooms. Easily accessible from the Alewife MBTA station.
Woodcock Walk at Ipswich River Park, North Reading
Woodcock Walk at Ipswich River Park, North Reading
Join us at sunset to hopefully hear and see the mating sky dance of the Woodcock.
Woodcocks at Alewife
Woodcocks at Alewife
We will search the northwest corner of Cambridge in hopes of seeing, or at least hearing, the American Woodcock's mating display, a traditional New England rite of spring. Walk of less than a mile mostly or entirely on flat, paved walkways. No restrooms. Easily accessible from the Alewife MBTA station.
Timberdoodles in Sharon
Timberdoodles in Sharon
Come watch American Woodcock display behavior. Water-resistant shoes helpful, but not needed.
Parker River NWR
Parker River NWR
We will explore various hot-spots on the refuge. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required to visit Parker River NWR.
Woodcock Watch, Oxbow NWR, Harvard
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 23, same time.
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!
field trip / event categories
Birding 101 | Birding Boston | Conservation Series | Family Friendly | Limited Mobility | Pelagic | Meeting