Saddleback Mountain, Maine, Franklin, Maine, US
Jun 30, 2018 5:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Protocol: Traveling
3.0 mile(s)
Comments: BBC trip, Eddie G leader, Cliff C, Ian R, Roxanne L, Donna B, walk up the right hand ski slope
33 species
Black-backed Woodpecker 1
Yellow-bellied Flycatcher 2
Eastern Phoebe 1
Blue-headed Vireo 3
Red-eyed Vireo 1
American Crow 1
Common Raven 1
Black-capped Chickadee 2
Red-breasted Nuthatch 15
Winter Wren 7
Ruby-crowned Kinglet 2
Veery 1
Bicknell’s Thrush 7 careful count of calling and 2 singing birds
Swainson’s Thrush 17
Hermit Thrush 3
American Robin 11
Cedar Waxwing 1
Ovenbird 2
Nashville Warbler 3
Common Yellowthroat 3
American Redstart 9
Magnolia Warbler 3
Blackpoll Warbler 18 careful count, more numerous than other trips
Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle) 12
Black-throated Green Warbler 7
Chipping Sparrow 7
Fox Sparrow 2
Dark-eyed Junco (Slate-colored) 20
White-throated Sparrow 34
Song Sparrow 4
Indigo Bunting 3
Purple Finch 5
Pine Siskin 3
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S47297357
Cupsuptic River/Lake Boat Launch, Oxford, Maine, US
Jun 30, 2018 6:17 AM – 6:51 AM
Protocol: Traveling
0.3 mile(s)
Comments: BBC Rangeley Lakes Trip, Eddie G leader, 9 participants.
15 species
Great Blue Heron 1
Bald Eagle 1
Hairy Woodpecker 1
Canada Jay 2
Tree Swallow 3
Barn Swallow 4
Red-breasted Nuthatch 1
Winter Wren 1
Cedar Waxwing 1
White-throated Sparrow 1
Northern Waterthrush 1
Black-and-white Warbler 1
Northern Parula 2
Yellow-rumped Warbler 1
Canada Warbler 1
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S48716499
Lincoln Pond, Errol, Maine, US (45.054, -70.891), Oxford, Maine, US
Jun 30, 2018 8:29 AM – 11:29 AM
Protocol: Traveling
10.0 mile(s)
Comments: BBC Rangeley Lakes trip, Eddie Giles, trip leader. 9 participants.
40 species
Ruffed Grouse 7 One female with 5 young, second female appeared to be trying to coax her young to either stay out of sight or to come out to opening. She stayed at one place on road.
Great Blue Heron 1
Northern Goshawk 1
Hairy Woodpecker 2
Least Flycatcher 2
Blue-headed Vireo 4
Red-eyed Vireo 2
Blue Jay 6
American Crow 1
Common Raven 5
Black-capped Chickadee 1
Boreal Chickadee 1
Red-breasted Nuthatch 2
Winter Wren 2
Golden-crowned Kinglet 2
Ruby-crowned Kinglet 1
Veery 2
Swainson’s Thrush 3
Hermit Thrush 3 One seen with food
American Robin 9
Cedar Waxwing 7
Purple Finch 3
American Goldfinch 2
Dark-eyed Junco 2
White-throated Sparrow 4
Ovenbird 3
Black-and-white Warbler 2
Nashville Warbler 1
Mourning Warbler 5
Common Yellowthroat 5
American Redstart 3
Northern Parula 5
Chestnut-sided Warbler 2
Black-throated Blue Warbler 1
Palm Warbler 1
Yellow-rumped Warbler 2
Black-throated Green Warbler 2
Canada Warbler 3
Rose-breasted Grosbeak 5 Two separate pairs of adult males moving in tandem, No aggression or chasing observed as the birds foraged together. The fifth male was singing.
Indigo Bunting 3
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S48716504
BIRDING IN MT AUBURN CEMETERY!
Brookline Bird Club has shout out in Wicked Local Cambridge edition! Here is the link to a wonderful article found in the Wicked Local Cambridge edition at birding at Mt. Auburn. It
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By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2015, the Brookline Bird Club listed 295 species of birds on 182 reported trips, six species less than last year. A total of 257 trips were scheduled, just two
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Scholarship Report
The BBC’s first scholarship winner, Aidan Pavao, recently returned from the Hog Island summer camp and sent along a brief report. Check out the scholarship page for more information about the program and how to contribute
Tips for inspiring Young Birders
The Brookline Bird Club has a long history of its experienced birder members encouraging and supporting rising young birders, and, for decades, has been scheduling trips targeted to children and families. But how do you
ANNUAL REPORT 2009
2009 STATISTICAL AND YEAR END REPORT By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2009, the Brookline Bird Club listed 305 species of birds on 194 reported trips, just one species less than last year. A
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Brookline Bird Club has shout out in Wicked Local Cambridge edition! Here is the link to a wonderful article found in the Wicked Local Cambridge edition at birding at Mt. Auburn. It
2015 STATISTICAL AND YEAR-END REPORT
By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2015, the Brookline Bird Club listed 295 species of birds on 182 reported trips, six species less than last year. A total of 257 trips were scheduled, just two
Rusty Blackbird Blitz – Surveying Rusty Blackbirds in the Lynnfield Marsh IBA
Arthur C. Bent (in Life Histories of North American Blackbirds, Orioles, Tanagers and Allies, (New York: Dover, 1965), 294) described flocks of Rusty Blackbirds stretching as far as the eye could see that once migrated
Scholarship Report
The BBC’s first scholarship winner, Aidan Pavao, recently returned from the Hog Island summer camp and sent along a brief report. Check out the scholarship page for more information about the program and how to contribute
Tips for inspiring Young Birders
The Brookline Bird Club has a long history of its experienced birder members encouraging and supporting rising young birders, and, for decades, has been scheduling trips targeted to children and families. But how do you
ANNUAL REPORT 2009
2009 STATISTICAL AND YEAR END REPORT By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2009, the Brookline Bird Club listed 305 species of birds on 194 reported trips, just one species less than last year. A
BIRDING IN MT AUBURN CEMETERY!
Brookline Bird Club has shout out in Wicked Local Cambridge edition! Here is the link to a wonderful article found in the Wicked Local Cambridge edition at birding at Mt. Auburn. It
2015 STATISTICAL AND YEAR-END REPORT
By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2015, the Brookline Bird Club listed 295 species of birds on 182 reported trips, six species less than last year. A total of 257 trips were scheduled, just two
Rusty Blackbird Blitz – Surveying Rusty Blackbirds in the Lynnfield Marsh IBA
Arthur C. Bent (in Life Histories of North American Blackbirds, Orioles, Tanagers and Allies, (New York: Dover, 1965), 294) described flocks of Rusty Blackbirds stretching as far as the eye could see that once migrated
Scholarship Report
The BBC’s first scholarship winner, Aidan Pavao, recently returned from the Hog Island summer camp and sent along a brief report. Check out the scholarship page for more information about the program and how to contribute
Tips for inspiring Young Birders
The Brookline Bird Club has a long history of its experienced birder members encouraging and supporting rising young birders, and, for decades, has been scheduling trips targeted to children and families. But how do you
ANNUAL REPORT 2009
2009 STATISTICAL AND YEAR END REPORT By Robert H. Stymeist, Statistician During 2009, the Brookline Bird Club listed 305 species of birds on 194 reported trips, just one species less than last year. A
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Halibut Point State Park, Rockport
A 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 the leader night before trip.
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Castle Island & Pleasure Bay
Join us to observe resident birds and winter migrants in a unique urban habitat that is a favorite for many bird species, including uncommon and rare birds. Dress warmly and be prepared for snow/ice, cold, and wind. Expect to walk approximately 2 miles on paved/level paths. Boots & Yak Traks or similar antiskid footwear recommended
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Deer Island & Boston Harbor, Winthrop
We will search for wintering seabirds, alcids, and Iceland Gulls. Be prepared for cold and wind and dress very warmly. Depending on conditions, we will walk up to 2.6 miles on paved paths. Port-a-potties available midway and near the parking area. Beginners welcome and encouraged. Update: Based on other locations, we will be walking in
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Cape Ann
We will search for alcids and other wintering seabirds. Be prepared for cold and windy weather. If inclement weather is predicted, contact the leader by 6:00 pm the previous evening.
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The Quiet Beauty of birding – Winthrop Shore Reservation
Offered by DCR. Come join us for an up-close look at sea ducks and gulls in action! Observe, share your insights, ask questions, and connect with fellow bird enthusiasts. For adults & children 8+. Children must be with an adult. ADA/Reasonable Accommodation 617-645-0358 | Moneesha.dasgupta2@mass.gov