Gloucester–Fisherman’s Monument, Essex, Massachusetts, US
Dec 28, 2019 8:33 AM – 8:58 AM
Mallard  4
American Black Duck  5
Common Eider  75
Surf Scoter  4
White-winged Scoter  3
Bufflehead  5
Red-breasted Merganser  5
Common Loon  3
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S62993871
Jodrey State Fish Pier, Essex, Massachusetts, US
Dec 28, 2019 9:01 AM – 9:36 AM
Greater Scaup  16
Lesser Scaup  2
Common Eider  20
White-winged Scoter  3
Long-tailed Duck  2
Bufflehead  6
Red-breasted Merganser  5
Rock Pigeon (Feral Pigeon)  30
Herring Gull  25
Great Black-backed Gull  3
Common Loon  3
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S62993873
Niles Beach, Essex, Massachusetts, US
Dec 28, 2019 9:33 AM – 10:03 AM
Greater Scaup  6
Lesser Scaup  1
Surf Scoter  26
Long-tailed Duck  6
Bufflehead  12
Common Goldeneye  6
Red-breasted Merganser  2
Horned Grebe  3
Ring-billed Gull  1
Herring Gull  3
Great Black-backed Gull  1
Red-throated Loon  1
Common Loon  3
Blue Jay  1
American Crow  2
European Starling  1
Northern Mockingbird  1
House Sparrow  6
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S62993875
Eastern Point Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon), Essex, Massachusetts, US
Dec 28, 2019 10:24 AM – 10:49 AM
Gadwall  12
Mallard  24
American Black Duck  8
Common Eider  30
Surf Scoter  12
Long-tailed Duck  6
Bufflehead  2
Red-breasted Merganser  2
Herring Gull  1
Great Black-backed Gull  3
American Crow  3
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S62993877
Bass Rocks, Gloucester, Essex, Massachusetts, US
Dec 28, 2019 10:53 AM – 11:33 AM
Common Eider  26
White-winged Scoter  20
Black Scoter  8
Bufflehead  40
Horned Grebe  3
Red-necked Grebe  5
Black Guillemot  2
Common Loon  3
Great Cormorant  2
American Crow  1
Northern Mockingbird  1
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S62993878
Andrews Point, Rockport, Essex, Massachusetts, US
Dec 28, 2019 12:22 PM – 12:52 PM
Common Eider  15
Harlequin Duck  28
Black Scoter  60
Long-tailed Duck  1
Red-breasted Merganser  2
Razorbill  2
Common Loon  1
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S62993879
Cathedral Ledge, Essex, Massachusetts, US
Dec 28, 2019 1:00 PM – 1:20 PM
Common Eider  6
Harlequin Duck  8
Bufflehead  14
Common Loon  1
American Crow  1
American Robin  2
Song Sparrow  1
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S62993881

Roberts on Raptors

Roberts on Raptors Many of you know Paul Roberts and have benefited from his wisdom and advice about raptors. For many years Paul has published his thoughts and stories about hawks in general and the

Bring Back Bobolinks!

Bring Back Bobolinks! This year the BBC is introducing new Endangered Species Program. Each year we plan to focus on a single bird species facing serious threats in Massachusetts and elsewhere. With this effort we

Roberts on Raptors

Roberts on Raptors Many of you know Paul Roberts and have benefited from his wisdom and advice about raptors. For many years Paul has published his thoughts and stories about hawks in general and the

Bring Back Bobolinks!

Bring Back Bobolinks! This year the BBC is introducing new Endangered Species Program. Each year we plan to focus on a single bird species facing serious threats in Massachusetts and elsewhere. With this effort we

Roberts on Raptors

Roberts on Raptors Many of you know Paul Roberts and have benefited from his wisdom and advice about raptors. For many years Paul has published his thoughts and stories about hawks in general and the

Bring Back Bobolinks!

Bring Back Bobolinks! This year the BBC is introducing new Endangered Species Program. Each year we plan to focus on a single bird species facing serious threats in Massachusetts and elsewhere. With this effort we

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Upcoming Field Trips

  • Plum Island

    Parker River NWR - Lot #1 Refuge Rd., Newbury, MA, MA, United States

    We will be looking for Shorebirds and Fall migrants. We will drive and walk to various places on the Refuge. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required. Restrooms available.

  • Great Meadows NWR, Concord

    Concord - Great Meadows Concord Unit, Entrance Rd, Concord, MA, United States

    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.

  • Charles River Esplanade

    Boston - Charles River Esplanade MA, United States

    We will walk along the Charles River Esplanade from the Longfellow Bridge upriver looking for birds on both land and water. We hope to see a range of fall migrants as well as year round residents. Cosponsored with the Charles River Esplanade Association. Loaner binoculars available (request in advance). Preregister on the Esplanade Association’s website:

  • Delaney WMA, Stow NEW DATE and TIME

    Stow - Delaney WMA Boat Launch 353 Harvard Road, Stow, MA, United States

    We will spend the morning walking 3-4 miles through fields, forests and wetlands looking for post-nesting birds and early migrants. No restrooms are available. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent. Be prepared for poison ivy. Rain cancels.

  • Family Bird Walk, Condon Shell, Medford

    Medford - Condon Shell Parking 2501 Mystic Valley Pkwy, Medford, MA, United States

    Sponsored by the Medford Public Library. Join local birder Leslie Kramer of Brookline Bird Club for a family-friendly bird watching walk along the river! Our group will meet at the Condon Shell parking lot and follow the path along the river, which is ADA-accessible and stroller friendly. Note: Attendance is free but registration is required

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