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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T070000
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UID:10002649-1776322800-1776331800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge\, Concord (Rescheduled from April 2)
DESCRIPTION:We will look for early migrants\, waterfowl\, and waders. Conditions may be wet; boots advised. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/great-meadows-national-wildlife-refuge-concord-rescheduled-from-april-2/
LOCATION:Concord – Great Meadows\, Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Dia":MAILTO:katbirder@gmail.com
GEO:42.474811;-71.3285213
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T093000
DTSTAMP:20260505T111718
CREATED:20260308T203636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T182000Z
UID:10002458-1775113200-1775122200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED to April 16 Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge\, Concord RESCHEDULED
DESCRIPTION:Due to weather\, this trip is rescheduled to April 16.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/great-meadows-national-wildlife-refuge-concord-11/
LOCATION:Concord – Great Meadows\, Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Dia":MAILTO:katbirder@gmail.com
GEO:42.474811;-71.3285213
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T103000
DTSTAMP:20260505T111718
CREATED:20250922T173615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T151115Z
UID:10002380-1773473400-1773484200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED Pine Hill Road Grasslands (rescheduled to Saturday March 28)
DESCRIPTION:Due to the the amount of snow still around we are rescheduling this to Saturday March 28. Also\, we didn’t mean to conflict with the Mass Aubudon Birders Meeting on March 14.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/pine-hill-road-grasslands/
LOCATION:Lancaster – Pine Hill Road Grasslands\, Pine Hill Road\, Lancaster\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="John Edmondson":MAILTO:johnhedmondson@gmail.com
GEO:42.469988541528;-71.654698074093
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lancaster – Pine Hill Road Grasslands Pine Hill Road Lancaster MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Pine Hill Road:geo:-71.654698074093,42.469988541528
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T103000
DTSTAMP:20260505T111718
CREATED:20250922T173545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T144845Z
UID:10002373-1771745400-1771756200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Great Meadows NWR\, Concord (CANCELLED)
DESCRIPTION:Due to snow\, the trails are difficult\, the parking lot is closed\, and parking outside the refuge is limited and tricky. Cancelling this event. There will be more Great Meadows walks in the future.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/great-meadows-nwr-concord-15/
LOCATION:Concord – Great Meadows\, Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="John Edmondson":MAILTO:johnhedmondson@gmail.com
GEO:42.474811;-71.3285213
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T073000
DTSTAMP:20260505T111718
CREATED:20251004T215554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T221450Z
UID:10002404-1760167800-1760167800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:October Big Day Kickoff at Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge\, Concord with TBD Optional Second Stop
DESCRIPTION:We will start our October Big Day at Great Meadows in Concord (Monsen Rd). Please join us as we try to see as many species as we can that day. \nAt the refuge\, we will walk about 3 miles on flat easy trails we will search for a variety of birds. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required. \nAfter birding Great Meadows\, we will rest a few minutes\, have a snack\, and be sure to drink something\, and then proceed to a TBD second stop. This is optional for participants. Our hope is to add some species to our Big Day lists. \nThere are basic restrooms at the Great Meadows refuge. \nEnd time is “when we’re done” but participants can of course leave early. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/october-big-day-kickoff-at-great-meadows-national-wildlife-refuge-concord-with-tbd-optional-second-stop/
LOCATION:Concord – Great Meadows\, Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="John Edmondson":MAILTO:johnhedmondson@gmail.com
GEO:42.474811;-71.3285213
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T111718
CREATED:20250610T210806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T171721Z
UID:10002229-1755799200-1755806400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Great Meadows NWR\, Concord
DESCRIPTION:We will walk slowly along the dike looking for rails\, shorebirds\, and wading birds. The we will continue to an adjacent site where we have permission to enter private property\, to look for Night-Herons. On our return\, we will look for migrating Common Nighthawks! Note that entrance fee or pass is required. Loaner binoculars available; please email trip leader to reserve a pair!
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/great-meadows-nwr-concord-13/
LOCATION:Concord – Great Meadows\, Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Loaner Binoculars
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Dia":MAILTO:katbirder@gmail.com
GEO:42.474811;-71.3285213
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T100000
DTSTAMP:20260505T111718
CREATED:20250610T210654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T171740Z
UID:10002212-1752735600-1752746400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Great Meadows NWR\, Concord
DESCRIPTION:We will walk easy trails looking for shorebirds\, ducks\, wading birds\, rails\, and nesting songbirds. This is also a great time to look for butterflies and other interesting insects.  Note that entrance fee or pass is required. Loaner binoculars available; please email trip leader to reserve a pair!
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/great-meadows-nwr-concord-12/
LOCATION:Concord – Great Meadows\, Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Loaner Binoculars
ORGANIZER;CN="Cris Van Dyke":MAILTO:cris_vandyke@yahoo.com
GEO:42.474811;-71.3285213
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Concord – Great Meadows Concord Unit Entrance Rd Concord MA 01742 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd:geo:-71.3285213,42.474811
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T111718
CREATED:20250520T132133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T190004Z
UID:10002200-1748541600-1748548800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Evening Walk at Minute Man NHP (Rescheduled from 5/22)
DESCRIPTION:This area is great for late migrants and nesting species. Baltimore Oriole\, Rose-breasted Grosbeak\, and Cedar waxwing are regulars. Alder Flycatcher and Common Nighthawks are possible. This is a one-mile walk on paved paths and boardwalk. Insect repellent suggested.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/evening-walk-at-minute-man-nhp-rescheduled-from-5-22/
LOCATION:Minute Man NHP – Hartwell Tavern\, 101-103 N Great Rd\, Lincoln\, MA\, 01773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="John Edmondson":MAILTO:johnhedmondson@gmail.com
GEO:42.4512229;-71.2930407
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Minute Man NHP – Hartwell Tavern 101-103 N Great Rd Lincoln MA 01773 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=101-103 N Great Rd:geo:-71.2930407,42.4512229
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T111718
CREATED:20250303T172357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T132244Z
UID:10002118-1747936800-1747944000@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Evening Walk at Minute Man NHP (RESCHEDULED to 5/29)
DESCRIPTION:Due to weather conditions expected\, we are rescheduling this trip until Thursday May 29.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/evening-walk-at-minute-man-nhp/
LOCATION:Minute Man NHP – Hartwell Tavern\, 101-103 N Great Rd\, Lincoln\, MA\, 01773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="John Edmondson":MAILTO:johnhedmondson@gmail.com
GEO:42.4512229;-71.2930407
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T110000
DTSTAMP:20260505T111718
CREATED:20250426T164347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T164419Z
UID:10002193-1746858600-1746874800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Global Big Day Kickoff: Pine Hill Grasslands and Bolton Flats WMA
DESCRIPTION:We will visit Pine Hill Grasslands first (but meet at Bolton Flats for carpooling to Pine Hill)\, targeting grassland sparrows and warblers. We will walk at least 2.5 miles round trip but not all the way to the back of that reservation. Then off to the second stop\, Bolton Flats WMA off rt 117. There may be flooding here and very tall waterproof boots (aka Wellies\, rain boots) are likely needed. A scope would be useful\, especially at the second stop. Please email the leader (John Edmondson) if you plan to attend because there is limited parking at Pine Hill Grasslands. Early start for the big day.  In case or inclement weather forecast\, contact leader to find out about possible revised plan or cancelation.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/global-big-day-kickoff-pine-hill-grasslands-and-bolton-flats-wma/
LOCATION:Bolton Flats\, 376 7 Bridge Rd\, Lancaster\, MA\, 01523\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="John Edmondson":MAILTO:johnhedmondson@gmail.com
GEO:42.4577274;-71.6492942
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bolton Flats 376 7 Bridge Rd Lancaster MA 01523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=376 7 Bridge Rd:geo:-71.6492942,42.4577274
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T100000
DTSTAMP:20260505T111718
CREATED:20250303T172011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T190849Z
UID:10002050-1746342000-1746352800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge\, Concord
DESCRIPTION:We will cover most of the refuge on flat and easy trails looking for residents and early migrants. A large variety of species can be seen here. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/great-meadows-national-wildlife-refuge-concord-8/
LOCATION:Concord – Great Meadows\, Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Cris Van Dyke":MAILTO:cris_vandyke@yahoo.com
GEO:42.474811;-71.3285213
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Concord – Great Meadows Concord Unit Entrance Rd Concord MA 01742 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd:geo:-71.3285213,42.474811
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T093000
DTSTAMP:20260505T111718
CREATED:20240823T164059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T213418Z
UID:10001932-1743231600-1743240600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge\, Concord CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:This field trip is canceled due to weather.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/great-meadows-national-wildlife-refuge-concord-7/
LOCATION:Concord – Great Meadows\, Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Dia":MAILTO:katbirder@gmail.com
GEO:42.474811;-71.3285213
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T110000
DTSTAMP:20260505T111718
CREATED:20240616T122942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T220841Z
UID:10001807-1726560000-1726570800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Great Meadows NWR\, Concord
DESCRIPTION:We will walk easy trails looking for birds. This is a good time for raptors. Beginners welcome. Note that entrance fee or pass is required.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/great-meadows-nwr-concord-10/
LOCATION:Concord – Great Meadows\, Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Limited Mobility
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Dia":MAILTO:katbirder@gmail.com
GEO:42.474811;-71.3285213
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T194500
DTSTAMP:20260505T111718
CREATED:20240616T122206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T185953Z
UID:10001786-1723743900-1723751100@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Great Meadows NWR\, Concord with Limited Mobility Option
DESCRIPTION:We will walk slowly looking for rails\, shorebirds\, wading birds\, and migrating Common Nighthawks. The first portion of the walk is .6 miles round trip. Those to wish to join us on an extended walk with permission to enter private property\, to look for Night-Herons. Note that entrance fee or pass is required.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/great-meadows-nwr-concord-with-limited-mobility-option-2/
LOCATION:Concord – Great Meadows\, Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Limited Mobility,Loaner Binoculars
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Hughes":MAILTO:chris@worldwidehughes.com
GEO:42.474811;-71.3285213
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T100000
DTSTAMP:20260505T111718
CREATED:20240616T122148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240616T122148Z
UID:10001776-1721286000-1721296800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Great Meadows NWR\, Concord
DESCRIPTION:We will walk easy trails looking for shorebirds\, ducks\, wading birds\, rails\, and nesting songbirds. This is also a great time to look for butterflies and other interesting insects.  Note that entrance fee or pass is required.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/great-meadows-nwr-concord-8/
LOCATION:Concord – Great Meadows\, Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Limited Mobility,Loaner Binoculars
ORGANIZER;CN="Cris Van Dyke":MAILTO:cris_vandyke@yahoo.com
GEO:42.474811;-71.3285213
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