BBC Submits Comment on Sunday Hunting Proposal
The Brookline Bird Club submitted a comment to MassWildlife opposing a proposal to change state law to allow Sunday hunting.
The Club does not take a position on hunting overall. Our concern is with potential limits placed on the use and enjoyment of open space by those who do not hunt. Our position is that the current rule allowing hunting six days a week should remain in place.
- Read the Brookline Bird Club Letter to MassWildlife
- For information about the proposal
- For Information about MassWildlife public listening sessions.
Comments are due on February 5 at 5PM – you can submit comments here.
For More Information
Please email us at president@brooklinebirdclub.org with any questions.
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CANCELLED Woodcocks at Alewife
Cambridge - Alewife Alewife MBTA Red Line Station, Cambridge, MA, United StatesCancelled due to leader schedule conflict.
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Timberdoodles in Sharon
Sharon - Moose Hill Farm (trustees) 396 Moose Hill Street, Sharon, MA, United StatesCome watch American Woodcock display behavior. Water-resistant shoes helpful, but not needed.
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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.
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Belle Isle Marsh and Vicinity
Led by DCR staff. We will search on foot up to one mile, on flat, easy terrain for snowy owls and other raptors, native sparrows, finches, waterfowl, and other birds. This is a traveling program by car or bike. Prepare for ticks. Ages: Adults and kids 8 years+ with adult chaperone. Binoculars recommended. ADA/Reasonable Accommodations
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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.