Brookline Bird Club

Bolton Flats Wildlife Management Area, Lancaster
2024-09-15 07:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Bolton Flats, 376 7 Bridge Rd, Lancaster, MA, 01523, United States
This walk will focus on fall migrant land birds such as warblers and sparrows and any other birds that we may discover. The leveled dirt trail is about two miles long and is usually dry, but there may be a few large puddles to negotiate necessitating waterproof boots. We may also explore the section on the opposite side of the road. Rain cancels walk.

Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
2024-09-15 08:00 | Mattapan – MAS Boston Nature Center, 500 Walk Hill St, Mattapan, MA, 02126, United States
Join us to observe resident birds and early fall migrants in a unique urban habitat that is a favorite for many bird species, including uncommon and rare birds. A BNC naturalist will help us find and identify birds through field marks, sounds, and behaviors. Birders of all levels will enjoy these guided walks; beginning birders are encouraged to come! The trails are flat and easy to walk. Hats, waterproof footwear, insect repellent, and sunblock are recommended.
The walk is free but all participants must pre-register by emailing cgeorge@massaudubon.org and copying neil.calabro1@mac.com. Please note that participants must be at least 13 years of age and this outing is limited to 30 people.

Halibut Point State Park, Rockport
2024-09-15 08:00 - 10:00 | Rockport – Halibut Point State Park, Halibut Point State Park, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Beginners encouraged. A two-hour walk over easy to moderate trails in search of seasonal specialties. Boots advisable. Co-sponsored by DCR.

Danehy Park, Cambridge
2024-09-15 08:00 - 10:00 | Cambridge – Danehy Park, 99 Sherman Street, Cambridge, MA, 02140, United States
Join us for an urban birding trip. A small marsh, grasses, and open fields often attract unexpected birds in this setting. All are welcome, including beginners and those who historically have not been included in birding! Loaner binoculars available for use during this trip.

Plum Island
2024-09-15 08:00 - 12:00 | Parker River NWR – Lot #1, Refuge Rd., Newbury, MA, MA, 01951, United States
We will drive and carpool down the Parker River Refuge in search of shorebirds and fall migrants.

Great Meadows NWR, Concord
2024-09-17 08:00 - 11:00 | Concord – Great Meadows, Concord Unit, Entrance Rd, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
We will walk easy trails looking for birds. This is a good time for raptors. Beginners welcome. Note that entrance fee or pass is required.

Wednesday mornings at Nahanton Park, Newton
2024-09-18 07:30 - 10:00 | Newton – Nahanton Park, 507 Winchester St, Newton, MA, 02461, United States
We will watch the fall migration rise and fall at a suburban park location,over the span of seven weeks: Warblers give way to sparrows.
Easy walk near garden plots, along the Charles, and through woods.
Waterproof shoes recommended. Canceled if steady rain.
Portapotty available.

First Encounter Beach – Eastham
2024-09-21 08:00 | Eastham – First Encounter Beach, Eastham, MA, United States
We will walk along the marsh trail bordered by the Herring River to observe shorebirds, herons, egrets, gulls, and terns gathering in numbers to forage on the outgoing tide. We’ll also encounter other species, including a variety of passerines and raptors. You may want to wear beach sandals or boots. Low tide is about 6:42 AM. Cosponsored with Cape Cod Bird Club.

Belle Isle Marsh Reservation & Vicinity
2024-09-21 08:00 | East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot, 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, 02128, United States
Led by DCR staff. We will search on foot up to one mile, on flat, easy terrain for shorebirds during their peak in migration and passerines that are beginning their southerly migration. This is a traveling program by car or bike. Prepare for mosquitoes and ticks. Ages: Adults and kids 8+ with adult chaperone.

ADA/Reasonable Accommodations (617) 645-0358 Moneesha.dasgupta2@mass.gov

Autumnal Equinox Walk
2024-09-21 08:00 - 17:00 | Leader’s Choice
Celebrate the beginning of the Fall season by birding favorite patches, locally and beyond.
