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.
2025 Members Showcase
Bedford - John Glenn Middle School 99 McMahon Road, Bedford, MA, United StatesPlease join us for 2025 Members Night! Mark your calendar and save the evening of Saturday February 8, 2025 from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM for our annual BBC Members Night to be held at the John Glenn Middle School at 99 McMahon Street in Bedford. This event is a chance for BBC members to [...]
Belle Isle Marsh Reservation, East Boston – RESCHEDULED to February 8
East Boston - Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, United StatesPlease see the February 8 listing. If you already had registered, you should have received an email. Otherwise, please register using the emails provided in the February 8 listing.
CC Canal and Sandwich hotspots (Rescheduled from Sunday 2/9 to Saturday 2/8 due to the snow)
Sagamore - Scusset Beach Pier Parking Lot MA, United StatesPlease see the new listing on Saturday February 8.
Belle Isle Marsh and Vicinity (ICE Alert)
East Boston - Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, United StatesLed by DCR staff. We will search on foot up to one mile, on flat, easy terrain for snowy owls and other raptors, native sparrows, finches, waterfowl, and other birds. This is a traveling program by car or bike. Prepare for ticks. Ages: Adults and kids 8 years+ with adult chaperone. Binoculars recommended. Please be [...]
Winter Birds along the Concord River Greenway, Lowell
Lowell Cemetery 1025 Lawrence St, Lowell, MA, United StatesThe Concord River in winter can be a rich spot for birds as it tumbles and meanders toward its confluence with the Merrimack. We will look for wintering ducks and gulls that use the open water for feeding and we might even see a Bald Eagle. This walk is suitable for beginners and those with [...]
Charles River Waltham RESCHEDULED to 3/1
Leader's ChoiceThis walk is rescheduled to 3/1. Please see that listing in the calendar.
Halibut Point State Park, Rockport CANCELLED
Rockport - Halibut Point State Park Halibut Point State Park, Rockport, MA, United StatesThis trip is cancelled due to weather.
Cape Ann CANCELLED
Gloucester - Fisherman's Monument Gloucester Fisherman's Memorial, 60 Western Ave, Gloucester, MA, United StatesThis trip is cancelled due to weather.
Cape Ann CANCELLED
Gloucester - Fisherman's Monument Gloucester Fisherman's Memorial, 60 Western Ave, Gloucester, MA, United StatesThis trip is cancelled too.
Newburyport and Vicinity
Newburyport - Cashman Park 68 Sally Snyder Way, Newburyport, MA, United StatesThe middle of winter is often a good time for hawks, owls and waterfowl. We may visit Salisbury Beach, Parker River, areas along the Merrimac River, or other locations depending on recent sightings. In case of inclement weather check with leader night before trip. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required to visit [...]
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We hope to see you out birding soon!
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