Unless otherwise stated, BBC field trips and webinars are open to all participants and are free to attend. Most field trips do not need preregistration though all webinars do. While you do not need to be a club member to attend, we hope you will join us. See the Field Trip FAQ for answers to general questions. Contact leaders for more details about specific trips.
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Halibut Point State Park, Rockport
Rockport - Halibut Point State Park Halibut Point State Park, Rockport, MA, United StatesA 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.
RESCHEDULED – Charles River Waltham
Waltham - Charles River Shaws Supermarket 130 River Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesTHIS TRIP HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FROM JANUARY 13 Join 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 [...]
Charles River, Waltham
Waltham - Charles River Shaws Supermarket 130 River Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesJoin us for a walk along the paved path along the Charles River in Waltham. We hope to see spring warblers, Wood Ducks, Rough Wing Swallow, and Tree Swallows among others. Cosponsored with the Menotomy Bird Club.
Charles River Path in Waltham
Waltham - Charles River Shaws Supermarket 130 River Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesStroll along an easy to walk paved path. Possible sightings include Wood Ducks, Yellow Warbler, Warbling Vireo, and Great Blue Heron. Cosponsored with Waltham :Land Trust and Menotomy Bird Club.
Halibut Point State Park, Rockport
Rockport - Halibut Point State Park Halibut Point State Park, Rockport, MA, United StatesBeginners encouraged. A two-hour walk over easy to moderate trails in search of seasonal specialties. Boots advisable. Co-sponsored by DCR.
Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield
Topsfield - Ipswich River MAS Sanctuary 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield, MA, United StatesSlow walk of about two miles on slightly hilly trails to check out year-round resident species in the Sanctuary’s woodlands, wetlands and fields. With leaves off the trees, it should be easy to spot the birds that haven’t headed south, and perhaps some winter visitors. Restrooms open from 8:00 AM. Canceled for rain. Note that [...]
Charles River Waltham RESCHEDULED to 3/1
Leader's ChoiceThis walk is rescheduled to 3/1. Please see that listing in the calendar.
Charles River Waltham (RESCHEDULED to 3/1)
Leader's ChoiceThis walk is rescheduled to 3/1. Please see that listing in the calendar.
Charles River Waltham (rescheduled from 2/15 and 2/22)
Leader's ChoiceJoin us for a 1 to 2 mile walk on paved paths. Generally waterbirds and various perching birds can be seen. Cosponsored with Waltham Land Trust and Menotomy Bird Club. Trip cancelled in case of rain or bad snow. Check with leader by email in advance if unsure. Conditions could be icy. Traction devices such [...]
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn Cemetery 536 Mt Auburn St, Cambridge, MA, United StatesWe follow all policies of field trip location property owners and co-sponsoring organizations. Some participants may choose to wear a face mask for health purposes. We support their right to do so.
We hope to see you out birding soon!
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