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Belle Isle Marsh Reservation, Suffolk, Massachusetts, US
Sep 7, 2019 9:50 AM – 10:45 AM
Comments:    BBC walk.  Wind 10-25, 59 degrees, overcast, half tide and dropping.
8 species
Mallard  3
Mourning Dove  14
Greater Yellowlegs  1
Double-crested Cormorant  6
Great Egret  7
Snowy Egret  3
Osprey  1
European Starling  30
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S59632956
Winthrop Beach and Five Sisters, Suffolk, Massachusetts, US
Sep 7, 2019 11:05 AM – 12:02 PM
Comments:    BBC walk.  Wind gusting to 25, 63 degrees, sun starting to break through.  An hour before low tide.  A couple of beach walkers didn’t really disturb the birds.
15 species
American Black Duck  2
Common Eider  6
American Oystercatcher  3
Semipalmated Plover  8
Killdeer  6
Ruddy Turnstone  2
Sanderling  25
Least Sandpiper  2
White-rumped Sandpiper  2
Semipalmated Sandpiper  40
Laughing Gull  25
Ring-billed Gull  65
Herring Gull  25
Great Black-backed Gull  20
Double-crested Cormorant  28
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S59632963
Fisherman’s Bend Park, Suffolk, Massachusetts, US
Sep 7, 2019 12:15 PM – 12:35 PM
Comments:    BBC walk.  Low tide, no disturbance, almost no birds!  Wind dieting down, partly sunny, 66.
9 species (+1 other taxa)
Mourning Dove  2
Black-bellied Plover  2
Ruddy Turnstone  2
Laughing Gull  4
Ring-billed Gull  2
Herring Gull  3
Great Black-backed Gull  1
Double-crested Cormorant  5
Accipiter sp.  1
Yellow Warbler  2
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S59632975
Revere Beach–Point of Pines, Suffolk, Massachusetts, US
Sep 7, 2019 12:40 PM – 1:05 PM
Comments:    BBC walk. Low tide just starting to rise, couple of beach walkers did not disturb the birds, mostly sunny, wind dieting down.
14 species
Mallard  2
Mourning Dove  2
Black-bellied Plover  6
Semipalmated Plover  3
Sanderling  49
Least Sandpiper  1
White-rumped Sandpiper  1
Semipalmated Sandpiper  3
Laughing Gull  2
Ring-billed Gull  32
Herring Gull  17
Great Black-backed Gull  8
Double-crested Cormorant  5
Osprey  1
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S59632947

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  • Cape Ann

    Gloucester - Fisherman's Monument Gloucester Fisherman's Memorial, 60 Western Ave, Gloucester, MA, United States

    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.

  • Early Birders @ Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway

    Boston - Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway 88 Wharf Street, Milton, MA, United States

    Join fellow birders in their 20s-30s for a leisurely bird walk along the Neponset River Greenway bike path! Starting at the Milton boat launch to check for nearby birds, we will walk approximately a mile or so towards Dorchester and back along the bike path in search for songbirds, waterfowl, raptors, and gulls. Whether you’re

  • Halibut Point State Park, Rockport

    Rockport - Halibut Point State Park Halibut Point State Park, Rockport, MA, United States

    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.

  • Castle Island & Pleasure Bay

    South Boston - Castle Island Parking Lot, 2080 Day Blvd. 2080 Day Blvd., Boston, MA, United States

    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

  • Deer Island & Boston Harbor, Winthrop

    Winthrop - Deer Island Parking Lot 180 Tafts Ave., Winthrop, MA, United States

    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. Beginners welcome and encouraged. Bad weather or poor walking conditions may cancel - email trip leaders if you are

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