Brookline Bird Club – America’s most active bird club!

Topsfield Fairgrounds, Essex, Massachusetts, US
Apr 8, 2018 7:20 AM – 7:35 AM
Protocol: Stationary
Comments:     Mostly cloudy and 30 degrees. With Brookline Bird Club walk led by Dave Williams.
9 species

Snow Goose  1     Seen by Dave, Mark, and Kevin.
Canada Goose  26
Northern Shoveler  2     Pair
Mallard  7
American Black Duck  1
Green-winged Teal  19
Great Blue Heron  0     3 Great Blue Heron flew over shortly before I arrived
Killdeer  1
Song Sparrow  1
Red-winged Blackbird  1

View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S44911266

Willowdale SF, Essex, Massachusetts, US
Apr 8, 2018 7:44 AM – 8:27 AM
Protocol: Traveling
0.3 mile(s)
Comments:     Mostly cloudy and 30 degrees. Winds N 9 mph. With Brookline Bird Club walk led by Dave Williams.
25 species

Canada Goose  2
Mute Swan  2
Wood Duck  4
Green-winged Teal  3
Ring-necked Duck  4
Hooded Merganser  2
Great Blue Heron  1
Osprey  1
Mourning Dove  1
Red-bellied Woodpecker  2
Downy Woodpecker  1
Northern Flicker  1
Eastern Phoebe  1
Blue Jay  1
American Crow  1
Black-capped Chickadee  1
Tufted Titmouse  2
Palm Warbler  2     Singing- maybe 3. Obvious sound difference from the singing Dark Eyed Juncos nearby.
Dark-eyed Junco (Slate-colored)  3
White-throated Sparrow  1
Song Sparrow  1
Northern Cardinal  1
Red-winged Blackbird  4
Brown-headed Cowbird  2
American Goldfinch  1

View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S44911273

Daniel Boone Park, Essex, Massachusetts, US
Apr 8, 2018 8:40 AM – 9:33 AM
Protocol: Traveling
0.4 mile(s)
Comments:     Mostly sunny and 35 degrees. Winds N 9 mph. With Brookline Bird Club walk led by Dave Williams.
22 species

Mallard  2
Ring-billed Gull  2
Mourning Dove  2
Red-bellied Woodpecker  2
Downy Woodpecker  2
Eastern Phoebe  3
Blue Jay  3
American Crow  5
Black-capped Chickadee  5
Tufted Titmouse  5
White-breasted Nuthatch  2
Golden-crowned Kinglet  2
Hermit Thrush  1
American Robin  3
Palm Warbler  1     Heard
Dark-eyed Junco (Slate-colored)  4
White-throated Sparrow  1
Song Sparrow  1
Northern Cardinal  2
Red-winged Blackbird  2
Common Grackle  2
American Goldfinch  7

View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S44911277

Strawberry Hill, Essex, Massachusetts, US
Apr 8, 2018 10:00 AM – 10:10 AM
Protocol: Stationary
Comments:     Mostly sunny and 38 degrees. With Brookline Bird Club walk led by Dave Williams.
12 species

Great Egret  5
Turkey Vulture  2
Northern Harrier  1
Red-tailed Hawk  1
Ring-billed Gull  1
Mourning Dove  1
American Robin  2
Song Sparrow  1
Northern Cardinal  1
Red-winged Blackbird  3
Common Grackle  3
House Sparrow  2

View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S44911279

Argilla-Northgate-Essex Rd. Fields Complex, Ipswich, Essex, Massachusetts, US
Apr 8, 2018 10:16 AM – 11:10 AM
Protocol: Traveling
2.328 mile(s)
Comments:     Sunny and 38 degrees. With Brookline Bird Club walk led by Dave Williams.
17 species

Canada Goose  12
Mallard  1
Turkey Vulture  2
Red-tailed Hawk  1
Killdeer  2
Wilson’s Snipe  13     Probably more camouflaged in the field
American Kestrel  1
Blue Jay  2
American Crow  7
Black-capped Chickadee  1
American Robin  17
European Starling  250     Large mixed flock of Blackbirds consisting mostly of European Starlings with some Red winged Blackbirds and Brown Headed Cowbirds.
Song Sparrow  1
Eastern Meadowlark  3
Red-winged Blackbird  20     Estimated number
Brown-headed Cowbird  15     Estimated number
American Goldfinch  2

View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S44911283

Shea Bros Essex, Essex, Massachusetts, US
Apr 8, 2018 11:10 AM – 11:20 AM
Protocol: Stationary
Comments:     Sunny and 38 degrees. Winds NNE 14 mph. With Brookline Bird Club walk led by Dave Williams.
6 species

American Black Duck  2
Great Egret  7
Snowy Egret  3
Glossy Ibis  17
Blue Jay  1
American Robin  1

View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S44911271
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Island Rd, Essex, Essex, Massachusetts, US
Apr 8, 2018 11:21 AM – 11:35 AM
Protocol: Traveling
1.227 mile(s)
Comments:     Partly sunny and 38 degrees. With Brookline Bird Club walk led by Dave Williams.
6 species

Great Egret  2
Osprey  2     On platform
Herring Gull  1
Great Black-backed Gull  2
American Robin  5
European Starling  100

View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S44911256

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  • Early Birders @ Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway

    Boston - Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway 88 Wharf Street, Milton, MA, United States

    Join fellow birders in their 20s-30s for a leisurely bird walk along the Neponset River Greenway bike path! Starting at the Milton boat launch to check for nearby birds, we will walk approximately a mile or so towards Dorchester and back along the bike path in search for songbirds, waterfowl, raptors, and gulls. Whether you’re

  • 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 the leader night before trip.

  • Castle Island & Pleasure Bay

    Join us to observe resident birds and winter migrants in a unique urban habitat that is a favorite for many bird species, including uncommon and rare birds. Dress warmly and be prepared for snow/ice, cold, and wind. Expect to walk approximately 2 miles on paved/level paths. Boots & Yak Traks or similar antiskid footwear recommended

  • Deer Island & Boston Harbor, Winthrop

    We 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. Bad weather or poor walking conditions may cancel - email trip leader if you are

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