2025 Annual Christmas Bird Counts
The 126th (2025-26) Christmas bird count season begins December 14. We encourage you to participate in this citizen science effort. Please note that the count week for each Xmas count includes the three days before and after the posted date. Please notify the compiler of unusual sighting during that period.
The National Audubon Society maintains a national map of counts.
Update: Rio Grande Valley Land Fund Salineno birding tract
An update from Vicky Guerra via Rio Grande Valley Birding: The final order of dismissal of the government's condemnation lawsuit against Valley Land Fund's Salineno birding tract was signed in late September. The title
BBC’s New Code of Ethics and Conduct
BBC’s new Code of Ethics and Conduct If you are involved with the Brookline Bird Club, we know that you have a great love for and appreciation of birds and nature. The BBC is
BBC & Athol Bird and Nature Club Walk
On Friday, September 10th, 6 BBC members enjoyed the Athol Bird and Nature Club -- Brookline Bird Club's co-sponsored walk along Quabbin Reservoir's Gate 35 path. Warblers, thrushes, and other passerines, hawks, Bald
BBC Board Members Go Birding
BBC Board members took some much-needed time to do what it does well: go birding! We joined leader Linda Ferraresso for an early October walk at Mass Audubon's Boston Nature Center, in Mattapan, where
VIRTUAL FALL MEETING
You are invited to join us for the BROOKLINE BIRD CLUB 2021 VIRTUAL FALL MEETING October 27, 2021 7:00 – 8:30 PM Register at Zoom https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1BQ6FWYRT8earn6zIPeNug Guest Speaker: ROSEMARY MOSCO Cartooning for Bird Conservation Join
ANNUAL REPORT 2020
Brookline Bird Club 2020 Statistical and Year-End Report By David Scott, Club Statistician The Brookline Bird Club recorded 216 species for 2020, based upon 62 reported trips. A total of 215 species were recorded
Update: Rio Grande Valley Land Fund Salineno birding tract
An update from Vicky Guerra via Rio Grande Valley Birding: The final order of dismissal of the government's condemnation lawsuit against Valley Land Fund's Salineno birding tract was signed in late September. The title
BBC’s New Code of Ethics and Conduct
BBC’s new Code of Ethics and Conduct If you are involved with the Brookline Bird Club, we know that you have a great love for and appreciation of birds and nature. The BBC is
BBC & Athol Bird and Nature Club Walk
On Friday, September 10th, 6 BBC members enjoyed the Athol Bird and Nature Club -- Brookline Bird Club's co-sponsored walk along Quabbin Reservoir's Gate 35 path. Warblers, thrushes, and other passerines, hawks, Bald
BBC Board Members Go Birding
BBC Board members took some much-needed time to do what it does well: go birding! We joined leader Linda Ferraresso for an early October walk at Mass Audubon's Boston Nature Center, in Mattapan, where
VIRTUAL FALL MEETING
You are invited to join us for the BROOKLINE BIRD CLUB 2021 VIRTUAL FALL MEETING October 27, 2021 7:00 – 8:30 PM Register at Zoom https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1BQ6FWYRT8earn6zIPeNug Guest Speaker: ROSEMARY MOSCO Cartooning for Bird Conservation Join
ANNUAL REPORT 2020
Brookline Bird Club 2020 Statistical and Year-End Report By David Scott, Club Statistician The Brookline Bird Club recorded 216 species for 2020, based upon 62 reported trips. A total of 215 species were recorded
Update: Rio Grande Valley Land Fund Salineno birding tract
An update from Vicky Guerra via Rio Grande Valley Birding: The final order of dismissal of the government's condemnation lawsuit against Valley Land Fund's Salineno birding tract was signed in late September. The title
BBC’s New Code of Ethics and Conduct
BBC’s new Code of Ethics and Conduct If you are involved with the Brookline Bird Club, we know that you have a great love for and appreciation of birds and nature. The BBC is
BBC & Athol Bird and Nature Club Walk
On Friday, September 10th, 6 BBC members enjoyed the Athol Bird and Nature Club -- Brookline Bird Club's co-sponsored walk along Quabbin Reservoir's Gate 35 path. Warblers, thrushes, and other passerines, hawks, Bald
BBC Board Members Go Birding
BBC Board members took some much-needed time to do what it does well: go birding! We joined leader Linda Ferraresso for an early October walk at Mass Audubon's Boston Nature Center, in Mattapan, where
VIRTUAL FALL MEETING
You are invited to join us for the BROOKLINE BIRD CLUB 2021 VIRTUAL FALL MEETING October 27, 2021 7:00 – 8:30 PM Register at Zoom https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1BQ6FWYRT8earn6zIPeNug Guest Speaker: ROSEMARY MOSCO Cartooning for Bird Conservation Join
ANNUAL REPORT 2020
Brookline Bird Club 2020 Statistical and Year-End Report By David Scott, Club Statistician The Brookline Bird Club recorded 216 species for 2020, based upon 62 reported trips. A total of 215 species were recorded
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Upcoming Field Trips
Field Trips / Events
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Member Webinar with Sophie Osborn – Feather Trails: A Journey of Discovery Among Endangered Birds
Join us on Tuesday, January 27 for a webinar with Sophie Osborn – Feather Trails: A Journey of Discovery Among Endangered Birds. She will share her personal experiences reintroducing endangered Peregrine Falcons, Hawaiian Crows, and California Condors to the wild. To register you must be a BBC member. Please log in to your member account
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Birding Sketch Crawl–Winter Series
Leader's ChoiceCome and bird/sketch in locations around Essex County. All artistic levels welcome. Bring your own sketching materials and other creature comforts. Contact leader for details no later than 7 PM January 30.
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Early Birders @ Millennium Park (rescheduled from 1/24)
Join fellow birders in their 20s-30s on a trip to Millennium Park for wintertime birding! Located in the West Roxbury neighborhood of Boston, Millennium Park is host to a wide variety of resident & migratory bird species that enjoy its unique habitat. As we traverse the park, expect to look for wintering songbirds, waterfowl, and
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Castle Island & Pleasure Bay, South Boston (new date and time)
We will search for wintering ducks, shorebirds, and Snowy Owls. Dress warmly and be prepared for cold and wind. Expect to walk up to 2 miles on paved paths. Beginners welcome and encouraged. Loaner binoculars available upon request – please contact the leader at least 48 hours in advance. Port-a-potties should be available. Note date
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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 inclement weather is predicted, contact the leader by 6:00 pm the previous evening.