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Member Webinar and Field Trip: The Art and Craft of Shorebird Identification with Lisa Schibley

Shorebirds are among the most fascinating and diverse groups of birds, but identifying them can sometimes feel overwhelming.  What key field marks, behaviors, habitat, range, and timing can help? How can shorebird migration patterns and seasonal plumage help?

This webinar will provide practical tips and techniques to sharpen your shorebirding skills. The BBC is also hosting a limited participation field trip to practice the skills you learn during the webinar.

The webinar will occur on Wednesday, August 13 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM.

The field trip will occur on Thursday, August 14 from 3:00 to 5:30 PM in Plymouth. The meeting place will be shared with registrants. 

To register for the either event sign into your member account and go to Member Resources.

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​An enthusiastic birder and shorebirder, Lisa joined Manomet’s Shorebird Recovery Program in 2008 and is currently the North American coordinator for the International Shorebird Survey. Her job involves recruiting and engaging ISS volunteers, managing and developing the ISS database and visualization tools, and finding creative ways to tell shorebird stories using ISS data. She is also a part of the Massachusetts Avian Records Committee and contributes to Bird Observer, the New England Birding Journal. Her work with the International Shorebird Survey combines her passion for shorebirds, data, and citizen science.

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    Lancaster - Pine Hill Road Grasslands Pine Hill Road, Lancaster, MA, United States

    In June, this wonderfully preserved grassland is alive with the songs of breeding Grasshopper and Vesper Sparrow, which are state listed as endangered species. Prairie Warbler, Indigo Bunting, and American Kestrels nest regularly here as well. A mile walk on level grade; can be dry so bring water.

  • Bring Back Boblinks: Bobolinks at Farm Meadow, Lincoln

    Lincoln - Farm Meadow Lincoln Road, Lincoln, MA, United States

    An opportunity to see Bobolinks, a declining and unique species, displaying and singing in their breeding habitat, possibly with fledglings! In addition to Bobolinks, possible species include Indigo Bunting, Wood Thrush, Pileated Woodpecker, and maybe an Alder Flycatcher if we're lucky! This is about a 1.5 mile walk circling the hayfield where the Bobolinks breed, and up

  • Halibut Point State Park, Rockport

    Rockport - Halibut Point State Park Halibut Point State Park, Rockport, MA, United States

    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 (text ok). Cosponsored by DCR. For more Information see: https://www.mass.gov/locations/halibut-point-state-park

  • Belle Isle Marsh Reservation (Winthrop)

    Winthrop - Belle Isle March and Marine Ecology Park Banks Street, Winthrop, MA, United States

    Join us to observe resident birds and summer migrants in a unique urban habitat that is a favorite for many bird species, including uncommon and rare birds. Birders of all levels will enjoy this walk. The trails are (generally) flat and easy to walk. A water bottle and water proof clothing including a hat are

  • Neponset River Greenway – An Urban Oasis

    Boston - Neponset River Greenway, Mattapan to Milton (T accessible) 1674 Blue Hill Avenue, Mattapan, MA, United States

    Enjoy an approximately 2-mile trip along the Neponset River Greenway on a metal and asphalt boardwalk and bike path. Let's see what we can find: Yellow-rumped Warblers, Gray Catbirds, and other migrant and resident species. Beginners, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ encouraged as well as more experienced birders. Loaner binoculars available.

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