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4 field trips / events,
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
High Ridge WMA, Overlook Rd entrance
High Ridge WMA, Overlook Rd entrance
This large, historic property includes old fields, mature woods, and wetland areas. Please be prepared to walk.
Franklin Park – Scarboro Pond
Franklin Park – Scarboro Pond
We will look for warblers, vireos, and other spring migrants in the Scarboro Pond section of Franklin Park. Beginners welcome and encouraged. Expect to walk up to two miles on paved paths. If you would like loaner binoculars, please contact the trip leader 48 hours in advance. Co-sponsored with the Franklin Park Coalition and loaner…
4 field trips / events,
Westboro Wildlife Management Area
Westboro Wildlife Management Area
We will hike the north side of Big Chauncy Pond in search of migrant warblers.
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
Chandler Pond, Brighton
Chandler Pond, Brighton
Easy birding around the pond. Possible extension to another location if the pond is not too birdy.
Manchester Early Migrant Walk
Manchester Early Migrant Walk
This trip will be about three hours long and will visit two sites. Moderate walking on forest trails. Uneven terrain, may possibly be in muddy areas. Witness the evening flight of herons and egrets as they go to roost for the evening on Kettle Island. Heavy rain cancels walk.
3 field trips / events,
Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, Sharon
Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, Sharon
We’ll be looking and listening for migrants along the Billings Loop. Let’s find what Glenn can hear! Co-sponsored with the South Shore Bird Club.
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
Marblehead Neck Sanctuary
Marblehead Neck Sanctuary
We will explore this small gem of a sanctuary for migrants and residents alike.
2 field trips / events,
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
Mass Audubon Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary
Mass Audubon Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary
Explore trails through the Sanctuary at the peak of spring migration.
3 field trips / events,
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
Westborough WMA
Westborough WMA
Join us early on Thursday morning to search for migrant warblers and other songbirds along the north shore of Lake Chauncy.
Boston Public Garden
Boston Public Garden
This is a two-hour walk exploring the four corners of the Public Garden, where a surprising number of interesting migrants have found their way in the springtime.
1 field trip / event,
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
6 field trips / events,
Upton State Forest
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
Parker River NWR on Bike
Parker River NWR on Bike
Leave your car behind as we cycle the main refuge road looking and listening for spring migrants. Be ready to peddle by 6:30 a.m. Note that entrance fee or pass is required. Restrooms available.
Mulberry St. & Sylvester St., Leicester
Mulberry St. & Sylvester St., Leicester
The fields behind Worcester Airport can host Eastern Meadowlark, and warblers find the shrubby edges attractive. We will proceed to Sylvester Street and walk the shady trail looking for woodland species.
Belle Isle Marsh and Vicinity
Belle Isle Marsh and Vicinity
Led by DCR staff. We will search on foot up to one mile, on flat, easy terrain for Osprey, breeding and migrating passerines, American Oystercatcher and other specialty shorebirds 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…
Bussey Brook Meadow, Arnold Arboretum, Boston
Bussey Brook Meadow, Arnold Arboretum, Boston
The Arboretum Park Conservancy, Arnold Arboretum, and the BBC are sponsoring this two-hour walk in the Bussey Brook area of the Arboretum. The walk is suitable for beginning birders as well as those more experienced.
3 field trips / events,
Upton State Forest
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
Eastern Point, Gloucester, on foot
Eastern Point, Gloucester, on foot
An easy but long (four-hour) walk on the roads and grassy footpaths of this traditional warbler hot-spot. Mainly level terrain, but may have some muddy areas and uneven terrain. Heavy rain cancels walk.
3 field trips / events,
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
Westboro Wildlife Management Area
Westboro Wildlife Management Area
We will hike the north side of Big Chauncy Pond in search of migrant warblers.
5 field trips / events,
Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, Sharon
Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, Sharon
We’ll be looking and listening for migrants along the Billings Loop. Let’s find what Glenn can hear! Co-sponsored with the South Shore Bird Club.
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
Cold Spring Park, Newton
Cold Spring Park, Newton
Easy one to two-mile walk through mixed forest and open areas in search of resident and breeding birds.
Marblehead Neck Sanctuary
Marblehead Neck Sanctuary
We will explore this small gem of a sanctuary for migrants and residents alike.
4 field trips / events,
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
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 spring migrants as well as year round residents and birds setting up their breeding territories. Co-sponsored with the Charles River Esplanade Association. Preregistration required on Esplanade Assn.…
Birding Worcester’s Cemeteries
Birding Worcester’s Cemeteries
The mature trees in Worcester's historic cemeteries are irresistible to birds. We will visit Notre Dame, Mt. Hope, and All Faiths.
4 field trips / events,
Westborough WMA
Westborough WMA
Spring migration is at its peak! Don’t miss our last early-morning hike on the north side of Lake Chauncy.
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
Boston Public Garden
Boston Public Garden
This is a two-hour walk exploring the four corners of the Public Garden, where a surprising number of interesting migrants have found their way in the springtime.
2 field trips / events,
2 field trips / events,
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
7 field trips / events,
Upton State Forest
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
Plum Island
Plum Island
We’ll explore the island for migrants and returning breeding birds. Beginners welcome. Contact leader in advance to help with the trip planning. We’ll car-pool if appropriate. Note than entrance fee or pass is required. Restrooms available.
Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge, Harvard
Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge, Harvard
We will walk about 3 miles on easy paths through woodland and riparian habitats as we search for migrant and breeding songbirds. Rain cancels the walk
Halibut Point State Park, Rockport
Halibut Point State Park, Rockport
Beginners encouraged. A two-hour walk over easy to moderate trails in search of seasonal specialties. Boots advisable.
4 field trips / events,
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
Westboro Wildlife Management Area
Westboro Wildlife Management Area
We will hike the north side of Big Chauncy Pond in search of migrant warblers.
Assabet River Nat’l Wildlife Refuge
Assabet River Nat’l Wildlife Refuge
This former military installation boasts diverse habitats and easy walking. Bring insect repellent and prepare for a lot of walking.
5 field trips / events,
Plum Island
Plum Island
We will explore various parts of the Parker River NWR in search of Warblers. Note than entrance fee or pass is required. Restrooms available.
Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, Sharon
Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, Sharon
We’ll be looking and listening for migrants along the Billings Loop. Let’s find what Glenn can hear! Co-sponsored with the South Shore Bird Club.
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
Cold Spring Park, Newton
Cold Spring Park, Newton
Easy one to two-mile walk through mixed forest and open areas in search of resident and breeding birds.
2 field trips / events,
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
5 field trips / events,
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
Martin Burns WMA
Martin Burns WMA
Will walk the three-mile loop. No restroom facilities. Target birds: Indigo Bunting, Blue-winged Warbler, Yellow-throated Vireo, and Olive-sided Flycatcher.
Late Spring Migrants at Minute Man NHP, Lincoln.
Late Spring Migrants at Minute Man NHP, Lincoln.
Join me at this undiscovered birding spot which hosts many nesting species and late migrants. Blue-winged Warbler, American Redstart, and Indigo Buntings are regular nesters. Each year brings a few surprises. In past years, around this date, these have included Bay-Breasted Warbler, Alder Flycatcher, Yellow-throated Vireo, and both cuckoos. This is a one mile walk…
Pine Hill Grasslands WMA, Lancaster (evening)
Pine Hill Grasslands WMA, Lancaster (evening)
This property is managed by Mass Wildlife to encourage habitats supportive of grassland species such as Grasshopper Sparrow, Vesper Sparrow, and American Kestrel. We will walk along a level trail and listen at dusk for the unmistakable calls of American Woodcocks and Eastern Whip-poor-wills RAIN DATE Friday May 20
2 field trips / events,
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
7 field trips / events,
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
Eastern Point, Gloucester
Eastern Point, Gloucester
We will walk for three or four hours in the Eastern Point area of Gloucester, mostly on pavement but partly on woodland paths and a field that may be wet. Co-sponsored by the Essex County Ornithological Club.
Fruitlands Museum, Harvard.
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…
Upton State Forest
Upton State Forest
We will hike to Dean Pond while searching for late migrants and woodland breeders. Please be prepared to hike uneven ground on the forest trails.
Belle Isle Marsh and Vicinity
Belle Isle Marsh and Vicinity
Led by DCR staff. We will search on foot up to one mile, on flat, easy terrain for Osprey, breeding and migrating passerines, American Oystercatcher and other specialty shorebirds 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…
4 field trips / events,
“Hidden” Nature on the Jamaicaway / Arnold Arboretum
“Hidden” Nature on the Jamaicaway / Arnold Arboretum
Co-sponsored by Outdoor Afro and the Brookline Bird Club. Pre-registration is required for this walk. Walk leader Kaitlin Smith from Outdoor Afro will story the grounds we traverse by sharing about some of the ecological, culinary, medicinal, and folkloric dimensions of the plants we meet along the way. Walk leaders Bob Mayer and Kathy Dia…
POSTPONED – Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, Concord
POSTPONED – Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, Concord
This trip has been postponed and rescheduled to Sunday, May 29 at the same time and meeting place
Franklin Park – Scarboro Pond
Franklin Park – Scarboro Pond
We will look for warblers, vireos, and other spring migrants in the Scarboro Pond section of Franklin Park. Beginners welcome and encouraged. Expect to walk up to two miles on paved paths. If you would like loaner binoculars, please contact the trip leader 48 hours in advance. Co-sponsored with the Franklin Park Coalition and loaner…
Allens Pond Mass Audubon Sanctuary, Dartmouth
Allens Pond Mass Audubon Sanctuary, Dartmouth
We will hike the Beach Loop and Quansett Trail. Mostly flat trails, but a mix of sandy, rocky, and muddy areas. We will look for migrants and breeders in a variety of habitats. If there is further interest we will continue to other nearby areas for any specialty species of interest.
1 field trip / event,
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
A search for late migrants, including Mourning Warblers. BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
2 field trips / events,
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
A search for late migrants, including Mourning Warblers. BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
Blue Hills, Milton
Blue Hills, Milton
We’ll look for breeding Worm-eating Warblers, Prairie Warblers and Indigo Buntings. One to two miles of walking–most trails are good, but we may want to take some steeper and rockier paths.
1 field trip / event,
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
A search for late migrants, including Mourning Warblers. BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
4 field trips / events,
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery
A search for late migrants, including Mourning Warblers. BBC trips to Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge cover one to three miles depending on the leader and conditions. Most pathways are paved, but some slopes are steep, and trips often cross rolling lawns. Restrooms available at the gatehouse.
Fresh Pond Reservation, Cambridge
Fresh Pond Reservation, Cambridge
An easy, approximately two-mile walk on paved paths around the pond.
Evening Walk at Minute Man NHP, Lincoln.
Evening Walk at Minute Man NHP, Lincoln.
This area is great for late migrants and nesting species. Our target species will include Alder and Olive-sided Flycatchers, as well as nesting Blue-winged Warbler and Indigo Bunting. This is a one-mile walk on paved paths and boardwalk. Insect repellent is suggested.
0 field trips / events,
2 field trips / events,
Dunback Meadow, Lexington
Dunback Meadow, Lexington
Our target birds will be late migrants including Mourning Warbler and flycatchers. Be prepared to walk three to five miles. Meet at the Clark Middle School parking lot.
Barre Falls Dam/Ware River Watershed IBA
Barre Falls Dam/Ware River Watershed IBA
We will bird the fields from the parking area to Route 62, hike Brigham Road over the Ware River |West Branch crossing, and return along the river via Tracy Lane to the parking area (~2.5-mile loop). Restrooms are available at Barre Falls Picnic Area
3 field trips / events,
Millis and Medfield Breeding Birds
Millis and Medfield Breeding Birds
Trying for 50 species again this year, we’ll be walking about a mile and a half, mostly staying on pavement. Boots are not required. Ticks should not be a problem. We’ll be looking and listening for swamp breeders, including Green Heron, Brown Creeper, Northern Waterthrush, and Blue-gray Gnatcatcher. We may then stop at the Medfield…
Great Meadows national Wildlife Refuge – Concord
Great Meadows national Wildlife Refuge – Concord
Rails and Least Bittern are our main targets. Note that entrance fee or pass is required. Duck stamps and entrance passes will be accepted.
Plymouth Airport for grassland sparrows – Pre-Registration Required
Plymouth Airport for grassland sparrows – Pre-Registration Required
This is a series of one to one and a half hour trips offered so COVID-related protocols limiting group size will allow people to enjoy the birds of Plymouth airport. With permission from the airport manager, we will be allowed to go inside the second fence line onto the airport, closed to the general public,…
0 field trips / events,
0 field trips / events,
1 field trip / event,
Crane Beach, Ipswich
Crane Beach, Ipswich
This two-mile walk in the sand is aimed at nesting Piping Plovers, Least Terns, and Bank Swallows, as well as evening singers such as Whip-poor-wills. Be prepared for mosquitoes at sunset. Co-sponsored by the Essex County Ornithological Club.
1 field trip / event,
Great Meadows NWR, Concord
Great Meadows NWR, Concord
We will walk easy trails looking for birds and butterflies. Beginners welcome. Note that entrance fee or pass is required. We’ll move on from there to Nine-Acre Corner with possible extension to Drumlin Farm.
0 field trips / events,
3 field trips / events,
Rauscher Farm
Rauscher Farm
Explore Rauscher Farm's beautiful property! Clamshell Pond, meadows, marsh, and forest attract migrants passing through and an abundance of our native breeding birds. Please wear footwear appropriate for hiking over rocks and a couple of wet areas. There is a restroom on the property.
Belle Isle and vicinity
Belle Isle and vicinity
Led by DCR staff. We will search on foot up to one mile, on flat, easy terrain for Saltmarsh Sparrow, shorebirds, terns and breeding 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…
Mount Holyoke to the Quabbin
Mount Holyoke to the Quabbin
Join us for a series of short hikes as we search for Cerulean Warbler, Acadian Flycatcher, and Alder Flycatcher. Time will also be taken to enjoy the flora and fauna along the way.
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