We Need Your Help – Open Board & Volunteer Positions
The BBC holds its annual board elections at the Annual meeting of the club planned for April 24. in April. We are looking for members to join the Board of Directors and have several open or new roles to fill. Board members serve for a two year term, with the exception of corporate officers such as the Recording Secretary who serve a one year term.
To apply to the board or any of the roles described her please complete the Board of Directors Interest Form. If there is a specific role that interests you please indicate so. If you are interested in a volunteer role but unsure or uninterested in joining the board at this time please let us know when you fill out the application. Questions? Contact us at president@brooklinebirdclub.org.
Recording Secretary
Takes minutes at board/annual meetings, tracks votes, and helps maintain club electronic and paper records. This position is a corporate officer and must serve on the board. The Recording Secretary is elected for a one year term. Read the job description.
Membership Coordinator
Manages the BBC’s membership database, enrolls members, updates memberships, and troubleshoots problems with on line enrollment. As an operational officer we prefer that the Membership Coordinator serves on the board. The Membership Coordinator would be elected to a two year term. Read the job description.
Conservation Roles
The BBC is reorganizing the way we support birdlife through our conservation work. While our future plans have not yet solidified we have identified the following two positions as ones we would like to fill:
Conservation Communications Coordinator: Increase member engagement in BBC conservation efforts by developing and preparing educational and informational materials about our programs to help save birds of concern and their habitats. Provide information for newsletters, website, blue book, meetings and events. Work closely with Conservation Workgroup and other directors.
Conservation Advocacy Coordinator: Communicate important state and local legislative issues to keep members informed about ways they can help influence positive outcomes. Coordinate with Mass Audubon partners to promote their key programs, such as Rescuing Raptors Rodenticide campaign, by receiving and sharing information on the clubs website, newsletter, and meeting materials. Also receive requests from local conservation groups to support important initiatives and prepare recommendations to the Conservation Workgroup and President, as well as appropriate letters of response.
Other Roles We Hope to Fill
Educator Scholarship Coordinator: The BBC has a long running and successful teen scholarship program. We want to start up an educator scholarship and need a volunteer to build the program. This position would work with the President, board, and Scholarship Committee to organize this effort.
Volunteer Graphic Designer: BBC communications include web, social media and print as well as bookmarks and other various types of swag. We would like to find a volunteer to help us use visuals more effectively across different media and products.
Newsletter Editor/Writer: The BBC kicked off a member newsletter last year as a way to increase outreach to members. By all accounts, the effort is well received and has taken on a life of its own. We would benefit from another writer/editor to share the workload.
Thanks for volunteering to help your club!
Scholarship Report
The BBC’s first scholarship winner, Aidan Pavao, recently returned from the Hog Island summer camp and sent along a brief report. Check out the scholarship page for more information about the program and how to contribute
Tips for inspiring Young Birders
The Brookline Bird Club has a long history of its experienced birder members encouraging and supporting rising young birders, and, for decades, has been scheduling trips targeted to children and families. But how do you
ANNUAL REPORT 2009
2009 STATISTICAL AND YEAR END REPORT By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2009, the Brookline Bird Club listed 305 species of birds on 194 reported trips, just one species less than last year. A
ANNUAL REPORT 2008
2008 STATISTICAL AND YEAR END REPORT By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2008, the Brookline Bird Club listed 306 species of birds on 190 reported trips, three species less than last year. A total
ANNUAL REPORT 2007
2007 STATISTICAL AND YEAR END REPORT By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2007, the Brookline Bird Club listed 309 species of birds on 213 reported trips, one species more than last year. A total
ANNUAL REPORT 2006
2006 STATISTICAL AND YEAR END REPORT By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2006, the Brookline Bird Club listed 306 species of birds on 208 reported trips, one species more than last year. A total
Scholarship Report
The BBC’s first scholarship winner, Aidan Pavao, recently returned from the Hog Island summer camp and sent along a brief report. Check out the scholarship page for more information about the program and how to contribute
Tips for inspiring Young Birders
The Brookline Bird Club has a long history of its experienced birder members encouraging and supporting rising young birders, and, for decades, has been scheduling trips targeted to children and families. But how do you
ANNUAL REPORT 2009
2009 STATISTICAL AND YEAR END REPORT By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2009, the Brookline Bird Club listed 305 species of birds on 194 reported trips, just one species less than last year. A
ANNUAL REPORT 2008
2008 STATISTICAL AND YEAR END REPORT By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2008, the Brookline Bird Club listed 306 species of birds on 190 reported trips, three species less than last year. A total
ANNUAL REPORT 2007
2007 STATISTICAL AND YEAR END REPORT By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2007, the Brookline Bird Club listed 309 species of birds on 213 reported trips, one species more than last year. A total
ANNUAL REPORT 2006
2006 STATISTICAL AND YEAR END REPORT By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2006, the Brookline Bird Club listed 306 species of birds on 208 reported trips, one species more than last year. A total
Scholarship Report
The BBC’s first scholarship winner, Aidan Pavao, recently returned from the Hog Island summer camp and sent along a brief report. Check out the scholarship page for more information about the program and how to contribute
Tips for inspiring Young Birders
The Brookline Bird Club has a long history of its experienced birder members encouraging and supporting rising young birders, and, for decades, has been scheduling trips targeted to children and families. But how do you
ANNUAL REPORT 2009
2009 STATISTICAL AND YEAR END REPORT By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2009, the Brookline Bird Club listed 305 species of birds on 194 reported trips, just one species less than last year. A
ANNUAL REPORT 2008
2008 STATISTICAL AND YEAR END REPORT By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2008, the Brookline Bird Club listed 306 species of birds on 190 reported trips, three species less than last year. A total
ANNUAL REPORT 2007
2007 STATISTICAL AND YEAR END REPORT By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2007, the Brookline Bird Club listed 309 species of birds on 213 reported trips, one species more than last year. A total
ANNUAL REPORT 2006
2006 STATISTICAL AND YEAR END REPORT By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2006, the Brookline Bird Club listed 306 species of birds on 208 reported trips, one species more than last year. A total
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RESCHEDULED: Newburyport and Vicinity
Newburyport - Cashman Park 68 Sally Snyder Way, Newburyport, MA, United StatesThe winter is often a good time for hawks, owls and waterfowl. We may visit Salisbury Beach, Parker River, areas along the Merrimac River, or other locations depending on recent sightings. In case of inclement weather check with leader night before trip. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required to visit Parker River
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Charles River Waltham (Rescheduled from 2/21)
Waltham - Charles River Shaws Supermarket 130 River Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesJoin us for a 1.5 mile walk on paved paths. We hope to see diving ducks such as Bufflehead, Common and Hooded Mergansers, Ring Neck Ducks. We will look and listen for perching birds too. Bald Eagle, Golden Crowned Kinglet are a couple of possibilities. Cosponored with Waltham Land Trust and Menotomy Bird Club. Trip
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Belle Isle Marsh Reservation (Winthrop side)
Winthrop - Belle Isle March and Marine Ecology Park Banks Street, Winthrop, MA, United StatesJoin 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. Birders of all levels will enjoy this walk. The trails are (generally) flat and easy to walk. Dress well for the conditions including the wind. If there is
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Midweek Hunt for Alcids and Seabirds
Rockport - Halibut Point State Park Halibut Point State Park, Rockport, MA, United StatesJoin us for a midweek hunt for alcids and other wintering seabirds. Be prepared for cold and windy weather. If bad weather is predicted, contact the leader by 6:00 pm the previous evening.
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Woodcocks at Meriam’s Corner
Concord - Meriam's Corner 751 Lexington Rd, Concord, MA, United StatesAmerican Woodcocks are regular visitors to the fields of Minute Man NHP each spring. Listen and watch for this unusual bird's courtship display. We will walk about 1/2 mile on boardwalk and wide trail but woodcocks can often be heard and seen from the parking lot and participants may elect to stay in that area.