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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T080000
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DTSTAMP:20260619T030357
CREATED:20250303T172457Z
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UID:10002138-1748764800-1748772000@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
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 birds. Birders of all levels will enjoy this walk. The trails are flat but uneven. Be sure to wear a hat and waterproof footwear and pack water. Insect repellent and sunblock are recommended.\nThe walk is free but preregistration is required. Please preregister by emailing neil.calabro1@mac.com. Registration is limited to 15 people.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/brook-farm-historic-site/
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:20250602T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T083000
DTSTAMP:20260619T030357
CREATED:20250307T012055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T135451Z
UID:10002168-1748844000-1748853000@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Birding by Ear: Breeding Birds
DESCRIPTION:A two-mile walk focused on learning bird song and looking for breeding birds in Willowdale State Forest. Open to beginners. Long sleeves and pants helpful against ticks and mosquitoes
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/breeding-birds-in-willowdale-state-forest/
LOCATION:Topsfield – Willowdale State Forest – Gravelly Brook Trail\, 299 Ipswich Road\, Topsfield\, MA\, 01983\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Miles Brengle":MAILTO:brenglema@gmail.com
GEO:42.660520892021;-70.903923226612
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Topsfield – Willowdale State Forest – Gravelly Brook Trail 299 Ipswich Road Topsfield MA 01983 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=299 Ipswich Road:geo:-70.903923226612,42.660520892021
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T210000
DTSTAMP:20260619T030358
CREATED:20250303T172457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T191108Z
UID:10002141-1749060900-1749070800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Crane Beach\, Ipswich
DESCRIPTION:This two-mile walk in the sand is aimed at nesting Piping Plovers\, Least Terns\, and Bank Swallows\, as well as evening singers such as Whip-poor-wills. Be prepared for mosquitoes at sunset. Co-sponsored by the Essex County Ornithological Club.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/crane-beach-ipswich-4/
LOCATION:Ipswich – Crane Beach\, 331 Argilla Rd\, Ipswich\, MA\, 01938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Berry":MAILTO:jim.berry3@verizon.net
GEO:42.6828202;-70.7728872
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ipswich – Crane Beach 331 Argilla Rd Ipswich MA 01938 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=331 Argilla Rd:geo:-70.7728872,42.6828202
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T080000
DTSTAMP:20260619T030358
CREATED:20250303T172512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T191113Z
UID:10002144-1749283200-1749283200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Gore Place\, Waltham
DESCRIPTION:We will walk around the farm fields and gardens at the Gore Place then venture across Waltham Street to adjacent conservation land. Free for BBC and Gore Place members. Preregistration required at https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=228497
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/gore-place-waltham-2/
LOCATION:Watertown – Gore Place\, 52 Gore Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Public Transport
ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Szczypek":MAILTO:plover08@yahoo.com
GEO:42.3735252;-71.2118885
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Watertown – Gore Place 52 Gore Street Waltham MA 02453 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=52 Gore Street:geo:-71.2118885,42.3735252
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T100000
DTSTAMP:20260619T030358
CREATED:20250303T172712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T202622Z
UID:10002148-1749283200-1749290400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Mass. Audubon Boston Nature Center
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 birds. Birders of all levels will enjoy this walk The trails are flat and easy to walk. Be sure to wear a hat and waterproof footwear and pack water. Insect repellent and sunblock are recommended.\nThe walk is free but preregistration is required. Please preregister by emailing cgeorge@massaudubon.org and copying neil.calabro1@mac.com. Registration is limited to 30 people.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/mass-audubon-boston-nature-center-3/
LOCATION:Mattapan – MAS Boston Nature Center\, 500 Walk Hill St\, Mattapan\, MA\, 02126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Birding Boston,Field Trip,Public Transport
ORGANIZER;CN="Correne George":MAILTO:cgeorge@massaudubon.org
GEO:42.2880919;-71.1013059
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mattapan – MAS Boston Nature Center 500 Walk Hill St Mattapan MA 02126 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=500 Walk Hill St:geo:-71.1013059,42.2880919
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T090000
DTSTAMP:20260619T030358
CREATED:20250303T172512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T191113Z
UID:10002146-1749366000-1749373200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Pawtucket Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Lowell Parks & Conservation Trust in association with Massachusetts Audubon\, Mill City Grows and the City of Lowell has preserved this former Christmas tree farm on Varnum Avenue with the intent of providing open space for residents and visitors to explore and enjoy. An all-persons trail ensures the property is accessible to everyone. We will look and listen for birds that also appreciate the protection of this space\, whether they are migrating to their final breeding locations or staying to spend the summer. The walk will be leisurely with some mildly hilly sections on gravel trails. Co-sponsored by the Lowell Parks and Conservation Trust and limited to 20 participants. Pre-register at: https://lowelllandtrust.org/about-us-2-2-2/event_rsvp/ There is parking on site and a portapotty is available. Participants are encouraged to carpool\, walk to the property\, or take the bus.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/pawtucket-farm-wildlife-sanctuary/
LOCATION:Lowell – Pawtucket Farm Wildlife Sanctuary\, 1413 Varnum Ave.\, Lowell\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Public Transport
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Baird":MAILTO:rkramden1994@gmail.com
GEO:42.6506482;-71.3767075
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell – Pawtucket Farm Wildlife Sanctuary 1413 Varnum Ave. Lowell MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1413 Varnum Ave.:geo:-71.3767075,42.6506482
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T093000
DTSTAMP:20260619T030358
CREATED:20250303T172729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T110539Z
UID:10002155-1749888000-1749893400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Sherrin Woods with Boston Birding Festival and Walking City Trail
DESCRIPTION:HIS TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELLED \n  \n 
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/sherrin-woods-with-boston-birding-festival-and-walking-city-trail/
LOCATION:Boston – Sherrin Woods (Austin St at Marston St entrance)\, 177 Austin st\, Boston\, MA\, 02136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Birding Boston,Field Trip,Public Transport
GEO:42.2649362;-71.1252149
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Boston – Sherrin Woods (Austin St at Marston St entrance) 177 Austin st Boston MA 02136 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=177 Austin st:geo:-71.1252149,42.2649362
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T100000
DTSTAMP:20260619T030358
CREATED:20250303T172744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T191134Z
UID:10002158-1749974400-1749981600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Halibut Point State Park\, Rockport
DESCRIPTION: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 leader night before trip (text ok). Cosponsored by DCR. For more Information see: https://www.mass.gov/locations/halibut-point-state-park
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/halibut-point-state-park-rockport-26/
LOCATION:Rockport – Halibut Point State Park\, Halibut Point State Park\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Van Demark":MAILTO:phvand@icloud.com
GEO:42.6876291;-70.6325155
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rockport – Halibut Point State Park Halibut Point State Park Rockport MA 01966 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Halibut Point State Park:geo:-70.6325155,42.6876291
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T110000
DTSTAMP:20260619T030358
CREATED:20250620T182304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T182304Z
UID:10002285-1751101200-1751108400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Bird The Eustis Estate!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an approx. 2-mile bird walk along the paths and and trails (easy to moderate) surrounding the Eustis Estate Museum. Loaner binoculars available. Beginners and BIPOC encouraged. Parking available. Bring bug spray\, sunscreen\, water\, and a hat.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/bird-the-eustis-estate/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Loaner Binoculars,Public Transport
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T090000
DTSTAMP:20260619T030358
CREATED:20250604T214848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T220452Z
UID:10002204-1751180400-1751187600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Fresh Pond Reservation\, Cambridge (New Members Walk)
DESCRIPTION:This walk is intended for new members! Come meet other new members and enjoy an easy\, approximately two-mile birding walk on paved paths around the pond! Bring a friend if you like. \nParking at the meeting point is possible but be sure to read the parking directions in the meeting place description below. \nThis location can be reached by public transport as well. Information is listed below. \nLoaner Binoculars can be made available but you must contact the leader well in advance. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/fresh-pond-reservation-cambridge-new-members-walk/
LOCATION:Cambridge – Fresh Pond – TD Bank\, 235 Alewife Brook Pkwy\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Limited Mobility,Public Transport
ORGANIZER;CN="Thomas Michel":MAILTO:Thomas_Michel@hms.harvard.edu
GEO:42.3890288;-71.1436981
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cambridge – Fresh Pond – TD Bank 235 Alewife Brook Pkwy Cambridge MA 02138 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=235 Alewife Brook Pkwy:geo:-71.1436981,42.3890288
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T100000
DTSTAMP:20260619T030358
CREATED:20250619T172527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T174932Z
UID:10002277-1751184000-1751191200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Belle Isle Marsh Marine Ecology Park\, Winthrop
DESCRIPTION:Join the Brookline Bird Club in collaboration with Boston Nature Center to look for birds in a unique urban habitat that often draws numerous uncommon and rare birds. Target species include bobolinks\, dunlin\, egrets\, falcons\, hawks\, herons\, ibis\, oystercatchers\, plovers\, ravens\, sandpipers\, sparrows\, swallows & swifts\, terns\, warblers\, vultures\, and yellowlegs. Birders of all levels will enjoy this walk The trails are flat and easy to walk. We may offer an optional 30-60 minute trip extension to nearby locations such as Lewis Lake or Short Beach. \nThe walk is free but preregistration is required. Please preregister by emailing cgeorge@massaudubon.org and copying neil.calabro1@mac.com. Registration is limited to 30 people. Be sure to wear a hat and waterproof footwear and pack water. Insect repellent and sunblock are recommended.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/belle-isle-marsh-marine-ecology-park-winthrop-5/
LOCATION:Winthrop – Belle Isle March and Marine Ecology Park\, Banks Street\, Winthrop\, MA\, 02152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Neil Calabro":MAILTO:neil.calabro1@mac.com
GEO:42.385055966618;-70.98370352151
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Winthrop – Belle Isle March and Marine Ecology Park Banks Street Winthrop MA 02152 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Banks Street:geo:-70.98370352151,42.385055966618
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