Unless otherwise stated, BBC field trips and webinars are open to all participants and are free to attend. Most field trips do not need preregistration though all webinars do. While you do not need to be a club member to attend, we hope you will join us. See the Field Trip FAQ for answers to general questions. Contact leaders for more details about specific trips.
Birding 101
Field Trips / Events
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Roslindale Wetlands Urban Park
A small but mighty urban wild that offers a variety of habitat. Expect to see a variety of woodpeckers, resident birds, warblers, and other migratory species, as well as a surprise or two. The path is flat with a mix of gravel and dirt surfaces with newly added boardwalks on the wetter sections. Boots are
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Brook Farm Historic Site
Boston - Brook Farm Historic Site 670 Baker St, Boston, MA, United StatesJoin 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
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Chandler Pond, Brighton
Brighton - Chandler Pond 106 Kenrick Street, Boston, MA, United StatesEasy birding around the pond. Possible extension to another location if the pond is not too birdy. Cosponsored by Friends of Chandler Pond.
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Hammond Pond/Webster Woods, Newton
Newton - Hammond Pond MA, United StatesHammond Pond and Houghton Gardens for early migrants. Trails can be muddy.
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Roslindale Wetlands Urban Park
Roslindale Wetlands Urban Park 23 Coniston Rd, Roslindale, MA, United StatesA small but mighty urban wild that offers a variety of habitat. Expect to see a variety of woodpeckers, resident birds, warblers, and other migratory species, as well as a surprise or two. The path is flat with a mix of gravel and dirt surfaces with newly added boardwalks on the wetter sections. Boots are
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Pawtucket Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
Lowell - Pawtucket Farm Wildlife Sanctuary 1413 Varnum Ave., Lowell, MA, United StatesJoin expert birder Mike Baird for a morning of birdwatching at the beautiful Pawtucket Farm Wildlife Sanctuary! Located near the Merrimack River, this serene 22-acre sanctuary is a features diverse habitats such as forest, meadow, and wetland. You’ll have the opportunity to spot a variety of bird species, from vibrant songbirds to majestic raptors, while
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Pine Banks Park
Malden - Pine Banks Park Pine Banks Rd, Malden, MA, United StatesJoin Craig for a walk in Pine Banks which is often a good local spot for migration. Beginning birders are welcome. The walk will not be too strenuous, although the leader may optionally extend the walk to climb up a hill in the back of the park.
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Gore Place, Waltham
Watertown - Gore Place 52 Gore Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesWe 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://goreplace.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F35514
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Millennium Park
Boston - Millennium Park Canoe Launch 300 Gardner Street, Boston, MA, United StatesJoint with Mass Audubon BNC. 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 welcome. The trails are generally flat and easy to walk, with some rough patches. A water
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Chandler Pond, Brighton
Brighton - Chandler Pond 106 Kenrick Street, Boston, MA, United StatesEasy birding around the pond. Possible extension to another location if the pond is not too birdy. Cosponsored by Friends of Chandler Pond.
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We hope to see you out birding soon!
field trip / event categories
Birding 101 | Birding Boston | Conservation Series | Family Friendly | Limited Mobility | Pelagic | Meeting | Public Transportation