Skinner SP, Hampshire, Massachusetts, US
Sep 21, 2024 9:00 AM – 3:10 PM
Protocol: Stationary
Checklist Comments: My Brookline Bird Club Autumnal Equinox Walk Day List.
Really nice day on Mount Holyoke. So glad we dodged the rain.
Weather: About 68°F, light wind, mostly cloudy.
15 species
Black Vulture 6 Seen by several people during hawk watch.
Turkey Vulture 7
Osprey 1
Sharp-shinned Hawk 3
Cooper’s Hawk 1
Bald Eagle 4
Red-shouldered Hawk 1
Broad-winged Hawk 2
Red-tailed Hawk 3
Red-bellied Woodpecker 1
Peregrine Falcon 2
Blue Jay 1
Carolina Wren 1
Chipping Sparrow 9
Dark-eyed Junco 1
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S196571002
Citizen Science Opportunities – Your Efforts Make a Difference
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NOAH STRYCKER TALK–APR 11
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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
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Support Rare and Endangered Species in Massachusetts!
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Citizen Science Opportunities – Your Efforts Make a Difference
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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
Citizen Science Opportunities – Your Efforts Make a Difference
Spring offers some excellent opportunities for BBC members to get involved in citizen science projects. This spring, as in past years, the BBC is offering a "conservation series" of field trips that target species on
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
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NEW: BBC CONSERVATION ADVOCACY POLICY
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Belle Isle Marsh Reservation RESCHEDULED TO SATURDAY FEB 21 at 1:30 pm
East Boston - Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, United StatesThis walk has been rescheduled to Saturday Feb 21 at 1:30 pm
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Revere Beach Pop-up trip for Gulls (Gullapalooza)
Revere Beach State Police Barracks and Public Restrooms 220 Revere Beach Blvd, Revere, MA, United StatesWe are adding a trip to Revere Beach where a lot of gulls are present due to winter storms throwing up or exposing clams on the beach for them to eat. Large number of gulls including possibly rare gulls are there. We'll do our best to sort through the gulls for rare ones and to
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Cape Ann
Gloucester - Fisherman's Monument Gloucester Fisherman's Memorial, 60 Western Ave, Gloucester, MA, United StatesWe 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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Early Birders @ Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway
Boston - Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway 88 Wharf Street, Milton, MA, United StatesJoin 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
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Halibut Point State Park, Rockport
Rockport - Halibut Point State Park Halibut Point State Park, Rockport, MA, United StatesA 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.