Olmsted Park–Ward Pond, Suffolk, Massachusetts, US
May 16, 2025 7:08 AM – 7:43 AM
Protocol: Traveling
0.492 mile(s)
Checklist Comments: Plus an enormous snapping turtle hauled out.
15 species
Mute Swan 2
Wood Duck 3 2 ducklings
Mallard 4
Chimney Swift 2
Warbling Vireo (Eastern) 2
Blue Jay 1
Tufted Titmouse 2
Gray Catbird 1
American Robin 3
House Sparrow 4
Song Sparrow 1
Baltimore Oriole 2
Red-winged Blackbird 4
Common Grackle 8
Scarlet Tanager 1
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S238917127
Jamaica Pond, Suffolk, Massachusetts, US
May 16, 2025 7:50 AM – 8:52 AM
Protocol: Traveling
0.648 mile(s)
21 species
Canada Goose 2
Wood Duck 10
Mallard 2
Chimney Swift 5
Double-crested Cormorant 1
Red-bellied Woodpecker 2
Northern Flicker 2
Eastern Kingbird 2
Warbling Vireo (Eastern) 3
Blue Jay 2
Black-capped Chickadee 1
Tufted Titmouse 1
European Starling 12
American Robin 4
House Sparrow 6
American Goldfinch 2
Orchard Oriole 1
Baltimore Oriole 8
Red-winged Blackbird 1
Common Grackle 14
Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle) 1
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S238917139
NOAH STRYCKER TALK–APR 11
Join us on Thursday April 11, at 7:30 pm for our Annual General Meeting. Geological Lecture Hall, 26 Oxford St., Cambridge. Social Hour and Light Refreshments at 6:30 pm Our Guest Speaker, Noah Strycker, will
Show us your SMARTS.
Here are a few questions designed to put your warbler knowledge to the test!
2019 BBC SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
The BBC is pleased and proud to announce that our two annual Young Birder Scholarships have been awarded to Sam Poleretzky of North Andover, MA and Brynlee Kimball of Auburn, NH. These scholarships, instituted
NEW: BBC CONSERVATION ADVOCACY POLICY
CONSERVATION ADVOCACY The BBC Board has adopted the following policy regarding advocacy on behalf of bird conservation. The BBC is committed to conservation of birds and their habitats, and we encourage our members to
Support Rare and Endangered Species in Massachusetts!
MassWildlife’s Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Program is responsible for the conservation and protection of wildlife species that are not considered game species and the natural communities that make up their habitats. The focus of
Annual Winter Meeting a Success!
BBC members enjoyed a wonderful member's night celebration! Ten folks shared some wonderful photographs and video from around the world with the audience. In addition, several members read poems or short shorts they had written.
NOAH STRYCKER TALK–APR 11
Join us on Thursday April 11, at 7:30 pm for our Annual General Meeting. Geological Lecture Hall, 26 Oxford St., Cambridge. Social Hour and Light Refreshments at 6:30 pm Our Guest Speaker, Noah Strycker, will
Show us your SMARTS.
Here are a few questions designed to put your warbler knowledge to the test!
2019 BBC SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
The BBC is pleased and proud to announce that our two annual Young Birder Scholarships have been awarded to Sam Poleretzky of North Andover, MA and Brynlee Kimball of Auburn, NH. These scholarships, instituted
NEW: BBC CONSERVATION ADVOCACY POLICY
CONSERVATION ADVOCACY The BBC Board has adopted the following policy regarding advocacy on behalf of bird conservation. The BBC is committed to conservation of birds and their habitats, and we encourage our members to
Support Rare and Endangered Species in Massachusetts!
MassWildlife’s Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Program is responsible for the conservation and protection of wildlife species that are not considered game species and the natural communities that make up their habitats. The focus of
Annual Winter Meeting a Success!
BBC members enjoyed a wonderful member's night celebration! Ten folks shared some wonderful photographs and video from around the world with the audience. In addition, several members read poems or short shorts they had written.
NOAH STRYCKER TALK–APR 11
Join us on Thursday April 11, at 7:30 pm for our Annual General Meeting. Geological Lecture Hall, 26 Oxford St., Cambridge. Social Hour and Light Refreshments at 6:30 pm Our Guest Speaker, Noah Strycker, will
Show us your SMARTS.
Here are a few questions designed to put your warbler knowledge to the test!
2019 BBC SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
The BBC is pleased and proud to announce that our two annual Young Birder Scholarships have been awarded to Sam Poleretzky of North Andover, MA and Brynlee Kimball of Auburn, NH. These scholarships, instituted
NEW: BBC CONSERVATION ADVOCACY POLICY
CONSERVATION ADVOCACY The BBC Board has adopted the following policy regarding advocacy on behalf of bird conservation. The BBC is committed to conservation of birds and their habitats, and we encourage our members to
Support Rare and Endangered Species in Massachusetts!
MassWildlife’s Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Program is responsible for the conservation and protection of wildlife species that are not considered game species and the natural communities that make up their habitats. The focus of
Annual Winter Meeting a Success!
BBC members enjoyed a wonderful member's night celebration! Ten folks shared some wonderful photographs and video from around the world with the audience. In addition, several members read poems or short shorts they had written.
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Belle Isle Marsh and Vicinity
East Boston - Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, United StatesLed by DCR staff. We will search on foot up to one mile, on flat, easy terrain for snowy owls and other raptors, native sparrows, finches, waterfowl, and other birds. This is a traveling program by car or bike. Prepare for ticks. Ages: Adults and kids 8 years+ with adult chaperone. Binoculars recommended. ADA/Reasonable Accommodations
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Deer Island & Boston Harbor, Winthrop (RESCHEDULED to Sunday 2/15)
Winthrop - Deer Island Parking Lot 180 Tafts Ave., Winthrop, MA, United StatesRecheduled to Sunday 2/15 due to cold and gusting winds.
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BBC Winter Meeting February 7 – Social Hour, Used Book Sale & Norman Smith!
Bedford - John Glenn Middle School 99 McMahon Road, Bedford, MA, United StatesMark your calendar for Saturday, February 7 at 2PM for the BBC’s annual in-person Winter Meeting featuring a social hour with refreshments, our popular used bird book sale table, and our speaker Norman Smith, Director of the Snowy Owl Project. The Winter Meeting is free and open to all. There is plenty of free parking.
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CC Canal and Sandwich hotspots (RESCHEDULED to Friday 2/20)
Sagamore - Scusset Beach Pier Parking Lot MA, United StatesRescheduled to Friday 2/20 due to theweather and considtions at the locations.
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Belle Isle Marsh Reservation
East Boston - Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, United StatesLet's explore the East Boston side of Belle Isle Marsh in winter! We'll look for ducks, hawks, Bald Eagles, winter finches and many more birds! Belle Isle is a fantastic birding destination in any season. All of the trails are flat and easy, with a slight elevation on the small hill going through the meadow.