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SUMMARY:Mount Auburn Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/mount-auburn-cemetery-103/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 536 Mt Auburn St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Public Transport
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Forbes":MAILTO:jason@brewsterslinnet.com
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mount Auburn Cemetery 536 Mt Auburn St Cambridge MA 02138 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=536 Mt Auburn St:geo:-71.144730098376,42.37474861538
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T063000
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SUMMARY:Dunback Meadow\, Lexington
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an early May walk at Dunback Meadow. We will walk a few miles on mostly flat paths but they could be muddy. All sorts of possibilities at this fine birding location.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/dunback-meadow-lexington-12/
LOCATION:Lexington – Dunback Meadow Clark Middle School\, 17 Stedman Rd.\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Gavin Johnson":MAILTO:johnson.gsj@gmail.com
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lexington – Dunback Meadow Clark Middle School 17 Stedman Rd. Lexington MA 02421 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=17 Stedman Rd.:geo:-71.2293228,42.4299491
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SUMMARY:Gaining Ground and Massport Trails 
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a warbler-filled walk at Gaining Ground and Massport Trails in Concord/Bedford! The habitat surrounding Hanscom Airport is unique and supports a variety of spring migrants and nesting species. Expect to see flycatchers\, sparrows\, raptors\, and colorful warblers in the varied habitats of this amazing spring hotspot. Roughly 2 mile round trip walk includes uphill portions and trails which may be muddy.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/gaining-ground-and-massport-trails/
LOCATION:Concord – Massport – Hanscom – Gaining Ground meeting place\, 341 Virginia Road\, concord\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Dia":MAILTO:katbirder@gmail.com
GEO:42.468716207229;-71.311961053608
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Concord – Massport – Hanscom – Gaining Ground meeting place 341 Virginia Road concord MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=341 Virginia Road:geo:-71.311961053608,42.468716207229
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T100000
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SUMMARY:Brook Farm Historic Site
DESCRIPTION:Join us to observe resident birds and spring migrants in a unique urban habitat that is a favorite for many bird species\, including uncommon and rare flycatchers\, swallows & warblers. Birders of all levels will enjoy this walk. The trails are (generally) flat and easy to walk\, though there are some rough patches. A water bottle\, sunblock\, insect repellent\, waterproof clothing\, and a hat are recommended\nThe walk is free but preregistration is required as the walk sizes are limited. Please preregister by emailing neil.calabro1@mac.com.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/brook-farm-historic-site-6/
LOCATION:Boston – Brook Farm Historic Site\, 670 Baker St\, Boston\, MA\, 02132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Birding Boston,Field Trip,Public Transport
ORGANIZER;CN="Neil Calabro":MAILTO:neil.calabro1@mac.com
GEO:42.288562;-71.178315
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Boston – Brook Farm Historic Site 670 Baker St Boston MA 02132 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=670 Baker St:geo:-71.178315,42.288562
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T110000
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SUMMARY:Mass Audubon Boston Nature Center\, Mattapan – Global Blind Birder Bird-a-Thon – Accessible Outing
DESCRIPTION:Walk 9:00 – 11:00 am / Check-in 8:30 – 9:00 am\nLeaders: Jerry Berrier (blind birder) jerry.berrier@gmail.com; Michealle Larkins  mlarkins@brooklinebirdclub.org\, 617-448-0796; Mass Audubon Naturalist Correne George \nJoin us for the Global Blind Birder Bird-a-Thon 2026\, a birding event during which birders try to see or hear as many bird species as possible on May 3-4\, 2026. The Bird-a-Thon’s goal is to encourage blind and partially sighted birders of any age\, experience\, or location to go outdoors and listen for bird songs and sounds. This birding event is specifically designed for blind and low vision birders and others with disabilities to enjoy birds during a guided outing. No previous birding experience needed. \nWe will walk one mile on the All Persons Trail (Universally Accessible trail). The trails and boardwalk traverse meadows and wetlands\, home to birds\, butterflies\, and plants on crushed stone path and boardwalk. A naturalist will provide information about birds and the natural environment during the bird-a-thon. Fruit (such as bananas\, apples\, oranges\, etc.) will be available after the walk. \nRegistration:\nTo participate in the outing please register by contacting Michealle Larkins at mlarkins@brooklinebirdclub.org or 617-448-0796. \nPossible birds:\nTree swallow\, Yellow Warbler\, Phoebe\, Red-bellied Woodpecker\, and Red-tailed hawk \nWhat to bring/wear:\nBinoculars if you have one\, weather appropriate attire (jacket etc. if cold out) sun hat\, sunscreen\, bug spray\, water bottle (can be filled on site)\, and snacks as needed. If applying bug repellent on site\, please use non-Deet bug repellent to protect birds and humans who may have respiratory issues. If you use Deet\, please apply before arriving. Please no fragrances due to potential triggers for medical conditions. \nWhat we provide:\n• Loaner binoculars – 35 available\n• Monocular – one available\n• Handheld magnifiers\n• Bird field guides \nAccessibility features:\n• Well-maintained All Persons Trail\, at least 36” wide with packed crushed stone path and boardwalk with 3” lips\n• Trails are mostly flat; one area with slight incline approximately 50 feet of distance\n• Sensory trail manual in braille\n• Trail maps in printed or tactile formats\n• Audio tour for accessible trail in English\, Spanish\, and a version for children in English only. Call 617.618.1182 on cell phone to hear audio tour.\n• Narrated audio tour stops clearly marked by three-foot tall signposts with stop name and number in print and in braille\n• Human guides. Please contact Michealle Larkins in advance if needed\n• Indoor and outdoor water fountains (34” from ground)\n• Two four-wheel rollators\n• Oneall-terrain wheelchair\n• Large format edition of Eastern Birds Field Guide\n• For other access accommodations please contact Michealle Larkins \nBenches and shade:\n• There are benches at 6 locations along the All Persons Trail\, at least every 1/8 of a mile.\n• Six picnic tables at a gazebo midway on the trail provide shade and rest\n• Tree cover is available on approximately 0.4 miles of the trail/boardwalk \nAuditory (sound) environment:\n• Some traffic noise \nBathrooms:\n• Three accessible bathrooms in nature center\n• One All Gender bathroom with baby changing station in nature center\n• Two accessible\, outdoor concrete stalls halfway down the trail at the Gazebo \nParking:\n• Four signed accessible parking spaces in a large lot of fine gravel surface. There are no lines marking spaces. Spaces can be used for van access.\n• Additional accessible parking spaces can be created – please notify Michealle Larkins in advance of the outing if accessible parking is needed so we can have enough spaces.\n• Two ChargePoint charging stations \nDirections from the street/nature center entrance:\n• From Walk Hill St entrance\, travel on driveway 0.1 mile to a fork in the road\, turn right and continue for 0.1 mile to the parking lot. Accessible spaces and charging station on the left. \nPublic transit:\n• From Forest Hills station take bus 31 towards Mattapan and get off at Blue Hill Ave. and Wellington Hill St. then walk 1.1 miles to 500 Walk Hill St. or\n• From Forest Hills station take bus 21 towards Ashmont and get off at Morton & Courtland Rd. stop\, then walk 1.1 miles to 500 Walk Hill St. or\n• From Ashmont station take bus 21 towards Forest Hills and get off at the Morton St. at Havelock St. stop\, then walk 1.1 miles to 500 Walk Hill St. or\n• From Mattapan station take bus 28 going towards Ruggles\, get off at Blue Hill Ave. @ Fessenden St.\, then walk 1 mile to 500 Walk Hill St. \nCheck-in location:\nIn front of the Boston Nature Center entrance across from parking lot \nFor access needs contact:\nIf you have any questions or wish to discuss the outing prior to the trip\, please contact Michealle Larkins at 617-448-0796 or mlarkins@brooklinebirdclub.org. On the day of the outing please call rather than email. \nAdditional information:\nFor details about the Bird-a-Thon visit Birdability’s website www.birdability.org/blind-birdathon.\nFor details about the Boston Nature Center visit their website Boston Nature Center & Wildlife Sanctuary. \nTo join the outing:\nPlease contact Michealle Larkins at mlarkins@brooklinebirdclub.org or 617-448-0796 \n 
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/mass-audubon-boston-nature-center-mattapan-global-blind-birder-bird-a-thon-accessible-outing/
LOCATION:Mattapan – MAS Boston Nature Center\, 500 Walk Hill St\, Mattapan\, MA\, 02126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding Boston,Field Trip,Limited Mobility,Loaner Binoculars,Public Transport
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T090000
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SUMMARY:Bear Creek Sanctuary (on behalf of Soheil Zendeh and WINWaste)
DESCRIPTION:Bear Creek is an upland sanctuary built on the WINWaste (formerly Wheelabrator) landfill at the northeast corner of Rumney Marsh in Saugus and Revere. Access information is below. Wear waterproof walking shoes and be prepared to hike 3 – 4 miles. The property is mostly very open\, so be prepared for sun\, wind and weather. With melting snow and possible refreezing at night\, trail conditions may be particularly messy this time. Consider waterproof boots (at least ankle height) and traction aids. \nThis walk is free and open to the public\, but also note that this property is accessible by invitation only and visitors need to be chaperoned at all times. Please allow roughly 4 hours for this field trip. The actual length of the trip depends on conditions and the birds present. It’s usually difficult to break up the party if you need to be somewhere in the early afternoon. Come prepared to stay with the group until the walk ends. \nWINWaste company has graciously stocked up on some extra pairs of binoculars\, so if you or someone you know wants to learn about birds and birding\, come on down. Please let Geoff Wilson s2ary@comcast.net know you’re coming so we can have a head count. \nBear Creek Sanctuary access is via the WINWaste plant\, 100 Salem Turnpike (Rte 107)\, Saugus. The rotary at the intersection of Rtes 60 and 107 is about 1½ miles southwest of the plant and about 1 mile east of Rte 1 exit on Rte 60. When traveling northeast on 107\, if you go over the Ballard Street bridge (just after a set of lights) you’ve gone too far — turn back. There is a direct link for Google maps on this page\, below or to the right. \nWhen you arrive\, drive through the plant gates\, park in the parking lot immediately and wait for the group. Please do not drive farther into the property without an escort.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/bear-creek-sanctuary-on-behalf-of-soheil-zendeh-and-winwaste-2/
LOCATION:Saugus – Bear Creek Sanctuary (WINWaste)\, 100 Salem Turnpike\, Saugus\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Soheil Zendeh":MAILTO:sohzendeh@gmail.com
GEO:42.447857189866;-70.981685927208
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