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SUMMARY:Mount Auburn Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Note: 2 walks this morning
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/mount-auburn-cemetery-102/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 536 Mt Auburn St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Public Transport
ORGANIZER;CN="Ibrahim Ware":MAILTO:ibrahimware@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Early Birders @ Charles River Esplanade
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow birders in their 20s-30s as we visit the Charles River Esplanade for an evening bird walk! Located in the heart of Boston\, the Esplanade is a 64-acre park along the south side of the Charles River. While serving as one of Boston’s staple common areas\, it is also a good spot to observe resident bird species of Massachusetts in a welcoming\, urban environment. \nWhether you’re a newcomer looking to start a new hobby or are a seasoned bird expert\, birders of all experience levels in their 20s and 30s are encouraged to join us for a casual evening of birdwatching! \nDress for the weather conditions; bring water! While the trip will start around 6:30pm\, it may still be hot out! Expect to walk approximately 3 miles on mostly paved/level paths until sundown. Bring binoculars if you have them; loaners are available on request (please email the trip leader ahead of time). \nThis trip is specifically dedicated to those aged 20-39 years. Please do not bring children. \nPlan to meet at the entrance to Frances Appleton Bridge (pedestrian bridge) just outside of the Charles/MGH red line stop. You will be in the right location if you see wavy granite seating next to the intersection. Meeting location coordinates: (42.36091\, -71.07114) \nParking is difficult around here and it is strongly recommended that you arrive via public transportation.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/early-birders-charles-river-esplanade/
LOCATION:Boston – Charles River Esplanade (Frances Appleton Bridge Meeting Point)\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Birding Boston,Field Trip,Loaner Binoculars
ORGANIZER;CN="Wyatt Kaneps":MAILTO:wak9736@rit.edu
GEO:42.36091;-71.07114
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260505T181248
CREATED:20250519T104000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T232643Z
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SUMMARY:Early Birders @ Belle Isle Marsh & Winthrop Area
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow birders in their 20s-30s for a special entry into the Early Birder series as we visit Belle Isle Marsh & the nearby Winthrop/Revere area! Nestled between Orient Heights\, Beachmont\, and Winthrop\, the salt marsh of Belle Isle is host to a wide variety of unique bird species. As we navigate the northern portion of the park\, expect to see your typical songbirds & coastal birds\, but also shorebirds and other migrants. There’s no other place like it! Following our time at Belle Isle\, we plan to carpool to the nearby beaches at Winthrop and/or Revere for more shorebirding action! If we’re lucky\, we will get to observe Piping Plovers nesting on the beaches! \nWhether you’re a newcomer looking to start a new hobby or are a seasoned bird expert\, birders of all experience levels in their 20s and 30s are encouraged to join! Let’s connect through our mutual appreciation for birds and the environment! Hope to see you there! \nMake sure to dress in clothes that cover your skin to avoid mosquito bites; bring water & bug spray! The mosquitos at Belle Isle can be nasty! Expect to walk approximately 3 miles on mostly level paths & beaches. Binoculars are highly recommended. If you need loaner binoculars\, they are available upon request (please email the trip leader ahead of time). Port-a-potties are available at the meeting location. \nThis trip is specifically dedicated to those aged 20-39 years. Please do not bring children. \nMeet in the parking lot of Belle Isle Marsh off of Bennington St at 9 AM (1399 Bennington St\, Boston\, MA 02128). Meeting location coordinates: 42.39166\, -70.99370. Google maps pin for easy navigation is below on this page. Parking is free at this section of the park. In the event the parking lot is full\, the Suffolk Downs T station down the street has parking. \nAs we navigate Winthrop/Revere after Belle Isle\, there is available parking on most streets (but pay attention to signage). We encourage carpooling and will be carpooling those who are interested. \nTransit access to the park is available via the Blue Line Suffolk Downs T stop (10 minute walk away). Please notify one of the trip leaders if you expect to carpool (so we can plan ahead).
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/early-birders-belle-isle-marsh-winthrop-area/
LOCATION:East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot\, 1399 Bennington Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Wyatt Kaneps":MAILTO:wak9736@rit.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T080000
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SUMMARY:Magazine Beach Park Walk Celebrating Black Birders Week
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black Birders Week with us! Early June brings an opportunity to see both late migrant bird species and the start of nesting season. You never know what surprises will turn up in this urban park! Walk with Nature Man Mike\, popular local birder and photographer\, to learn about the birds found in the city. Co-sponsored with Mass Audubon. Loaner binoculars available. \nMass Audubon is requesting that you register for this walk. Registration is free. If you forget\, please show up anyway.  https://www.massaudubon.org/programs/magazine-beach/96841-black-birders-week-explore-with-nature-man-mike
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/magazine-beach-park-walk-celebrating-black-birders-week/
LOCATION:Cambridge – Magazine Beach\, 668 Memorial Drive\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02139\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Public Transport
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Bryant":MAILTO:naturemanmike@gmail.com
GEO:42.355369;-71.1144004
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SUMMARY:Early Birders @ Fresh Pond Reservation
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow birders in their 20s-30s as we visit Fresh Pond Reservation! Located in the northwest part of Cambridge\, Fresh Pond is home to 162 acres of space consisting of forests\, meadows\, wetlands\, and open water. As we navigate our way around the 2.5 mile park loop trail\, expect to see all kinds of songbirds\, waterbirds\, and spring migrants (especially warblers!) as we reach peak migration time in Massachusetts! \nIf you’re interested\, stick around afterwards and we may walk over to Mount Auburn Cemetery for more birding! \nWhether you’re a newcomer looking to start a new hobby or are a seasoned bird expert\, birders of all experience levels in their 20s and 30s are encouraged to join! Let’s connect through our mutual appreciation for birds and the environment! Hope to see you there! \nDress for the weather conditions; bring water! Expect to walk approximately 3 miles on mostly paved/level paths. Bring binoculars if you have them; loaners are available on request (please email the trip leader ahead of time). Port-a-potties are available at the ranger station on the south side of the park. \nThis trip is specifically dedicated to those aged 20-39 years. Please do not bring children. \nPlan to meet at the first intersection south of the park entrance across the street from 603 Concord Ave. You will be in the right place if you are approaching an open area (Lusitania Field). Meeting location coordinates: 42.38801\, -71.14504. \nParking is available at designated areas at the southern edge of the park (Huron Ave.)\, but this is very limited. We can recommend parking at the Alewife T station and walking 15 minutes to the meeting location. Cambridge has strict parking restrictions and you may risk your car getting towed if you park elsewhere. There are some metered/time-limited parking spots on Wheeler St\, Fawcett St\, and Concord Ave. Don’t park in store lots (risk of towing). Cambridge residents with sticker can park in the Fresh Pond parking lots.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/early-birders-fresh-pond-reservation/
LOCATION:Cambridge – Fresh Pond – Lusitania Meadow entrance\, 615 Concord Ave\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Loaner Binoculars
ORGANIZER;CN="Wyatt Kaneps":MAILTO:wak9736@rit.edu
GEO:42.38801;-71.14504
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SUMMARY:Spring Migration at Fresh Pond
DESCRIPTION:Join us in search of spring migrants of Fresh Pond Reservation! We’ll observe and appreciate birds amidst their spring activities on an easy\, approximately two-mile walk on paved paths around the pond\, exploring a variety of habitats along the way. \n– Public Restrooms: Available at the Ranger Station located under the clock tower at 250 Fresh Pond Parkway in Cambridge\, MA.\n– Parking: Parking space is available on Huron Avenue along the Fresh Pond perimeter and by the golf course. Read signs carefully. Also on Concord Ave over the Belmont Line\, past the Beth El Temple Center. Read signs carefully.\n– Preparation: Dress for the weather and be prepared for slick/muddy paths; bring water. Bring binoculars if you have them; loaners are available on request (please email the trip leader in advance).
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/spring-migration-at-fresh-pond/
LOCATION:Cambridge – Fresh Pond – Lusitania Meadow entrance\, 615 Concord Ave\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Ibrahim Ware":MAILTO:ibrahimware@gmail.com
GEO:42.38801;-71.14504
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T090000
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SUMMARY:Early Birders @ Alewife Brook Reservation (Young Adult Birding Series)
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow birders in their 20s-30s as we visit Alewife Brook Reservation! Located in North Cambridge\, Alewife Brook is host to a variety of resident & migratory bird species in an urban forest/wetland setting. As we explore what the park has to offer\, expect to look for songbirds\, waterbirds\, early warblers\, and other spring migrants. \nWhether you’re a newcomer looking to start a new hobby or are a seasoned bird expert\, birders of all experience levels in their 20s and 30s are encouraged to join! Let’s connect through our mutual appreciation for birds and the environment! Hope to see you there! \n\nDress for the weather conditions; bring water! Expect to walk approximately 2-3 miles on mostly paved/level paths. Bring binoculars if you have them; loaners are available on request (please email the trip leader). \nThis trip is specifically dedicated to those aged 20-39 years. Please do not bring children. \n\nWe will be meeting at the start of the Minuteman Bike Path ((just north of the Alewife Station parking garage at the intersection of Steel Pl & Alewife Station Access Rd). Public transit access is accessible via the MBTA red line. Parking is available in the Alewife parking garage (paid lot) or the 2-hour DCR lot on the north side of the park.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/early-birders-alewife-brook-reservation-young-adult-birding-series/
LOCATION:Cambridge – Alewife\, Alewife MBTA Red Line Station\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Wyatt Kaneps":MAILTO:wak9736@rit.edu
GEO:42.3965764871;-71.143341346401
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