BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Brookline Bird Club - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Brookline Bird Club X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Brookline Bird Club REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T120000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260308T212647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T212647Z UID:10002623-1781244000-1781265600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:October Mountain DESCRIPTION:Greylock and October Mountain trips may be swapped for best weather on the Greylock day. Contact the leader in advance. Multiple habitats make this trip more diversified than the prior day’s Mount Greylock trip\, as we begin along the Housatonic River WMA and make our way over October Mountain. Cosponsored by the South Shore Bird Club. Target endangered breeding species: American Bittern\, Mourning Warbler. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/october-mountain-5/ LOCATION:Lenox – October Mountain\, 380 New Lenox Rd\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Glenn d'Entremont":MAILTO:gdentremont1@comcast.net GEO:42.3933024;-73.2354551 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lenox – October Mountain 380 New Lenox Rd Lenox MA 01240 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=380 New Lenox Rd:geo:-73.2354551,42.3933024 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T050000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T080000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260308T212648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T212648Z UID:10002624-1781326800-1781337600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Breeding Bird Survey\, Plymouth Airport DESCRIPTION:Limited participation. 5:00 – 8:00 a.m. We will be allowed to survey the entire airport grounds before the airport opens to flights to confirm as many breeding species we can. This special habitat has Upland Sandpiper\, American Kestrels\, Eastern Meadowlarks\, and Grasshopper Sparrows\, all species of special concern. Also includes pine barrens specialists like Prairie Warbler\, Field Sparrow\, Eastern Towhee\, and Brown Thrasher. Pre-registration required. Being coordinated by another group. BBC coordinator is Glenn.\nIf inclement weather\, postponed to June 20\, 2026; same time. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/breeding-bird-survey-plymouth-airport/ LOCATION:Plymouth Airport\, 246 S Meadow Rd\, Plymouth\, MA\, 02360\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Glenn d'Entremont":MAILTO:gdentremont1@comcast.net GEO:41.9114437;-70.7307105 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Plymouth Airport 246 S Meadow Rd Plymouth MA 02360 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=246 S Meadow Rd:geo:-70.7307105,41.9114437 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T083000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260529T000344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T000344Z UID:10002665-1781332200-1781339400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:New Member Walk at Fresh Pond\, Cambridge DESCRIPTION:This walk is intended for new members! Get to know your fellow club members. Bring a friend if you like. \nAn easy 2-mile walk through pondside meadows and forest paths at Fresh Pond. We’ll see summer residents including breeding birds. \nWe will meet in the parking lot of the TD Bank at Fresh Pond Circle\, located at the intersection of Concord Avenue with Fresh Pond Parkway in Cambridge. If you are driving\, please see the walk leader (Thomas Michel) when you arrive to get a parking permit to place on the dashboard of your car\, and then park in the Trader Joe’s lot. If you don’t have one of these permits from Thomas\, your car may be towed. Parking is also available at the Alewife T station\, and there is limited metered street parking on Wheeler and Fawcett Streets in Cambridge and on Concord Avenue in Belmont. Fresh Pond Reservation is also accessible by T (Red Line Alewife Station) or via MBTA #74 bus. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/new-member-walk-at-fresh-pond-cambridge/ LOCATION:Cambridge – Fresh Pond – TD Bank\, 235 Alewife Brook Pkwy\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Family Friendly,Field Trip 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T100000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260308T212648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T212648Z UID:10002625-1781334000-1781344800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Fruitlands Museum\, Harvard DESCRIPTION:Cosponsored with Boxborough Birders. We will look for resident species including Indigo Bunting\, Savannah Sparrow\, Hermit Thrush\, Scarlet Tanager\, Veery\, Blue-headed Vireo\, Wild Turkey\, American Kestrel\, and a variety of warblers. Expect to walk about two miles on trails through meadows and woods\, with some steep sections. Prepare for ticks. We will bird at the meeting location for about 30 minutes so any latecomers can catch up. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/fruitlands-museum-harvard-20/ LOCATION:Harvard – Fruitlands Museum\, 102 Prospect Hill Rd.\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Sandy Oxley":MAILTO:cassandra.oxley@gmail.com GEO:42.5085547;-71.6099943 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Harvard – Fruitlands Museum 102 Prospect Hill Rd. Harvard MA 01451 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=102 Prospect Hill Rd.:geo:-71.6099943,42.5085547 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T170000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260308T212701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T212701Z UID:10002626-1781337600-1781370000@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Saunter DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the beginning of summer by birding favorite patches\, locally and beyond. Yes\, this is a week before the solstice. Contact leader for details. Call or email no later than June 11. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/summer-solstice-saunter/ LOCATION:Leader’s Choice CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Laura de la Flor":MAILTO:anhinga3@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T210000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260308T212701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T212701Z UID:10002627-1781379000-1781384400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Pine Hill Road Grassland DESCRIPTION:This trip will focus on finding some of the unusual birds that nest at Pine Hill – Grasshopper Sparrow\, Vesper Sparrow\, and Eastern Whip-poor-will. Easy walk over flat sandy roads. Rain cancels walk. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/pine-hill-road-grassland-12/ LOCATION:Lancaster – Pine Hill Road Grasslands\, Pine Hill Road\, Lancaster\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Conservation Series,Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Cliff Cook":MAILTO:ccook13@gmail.com GEO:42.469988541528;-71.654698074093 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lancaster – Pine Hill Road Grasslands Pine Hill Road Lancaster MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Pine Hill Road:geo:-71.654698074093,42.469988541528 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T083000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260308T212702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T212702Z UID:10002629-1781418600-1781425800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Rocky Narrows in Sherborn DESCRIPTION:Mixed habitat – fields\, woods river and swamp. A good variety of birds here. We’ll be mostly concentrating on the swamp and the Charles River. If we have a wet spring folks should check in with the leader as to whether rubber boots would be advised. There are spots that do flood. Of course we won’t cross anything that is too deep. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/rocky-narrows-in-sherborn/ LOCATION:Sherborn – Rocky Narrows (TTOR) – Forest Street Parking\, 100 forest Street\, Sherborn\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="John O'Connell":MAILTO:joconnell484@gmail.com GEO:42.225937621947;-71.353918720897 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sherborn – Rocky Narrows (TTOR) – Forest Street Parking 100 forest Street Sherborn MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=100 forest Street:geo:-71.353918720897,42.225937621947 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T093000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260308T212702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T201725Z UID:10002628-1781418600-1781429400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Bring Back Boblinks: Bobolinks at Chestnut Hill Farm\, Southborough DESCRIPTION:We’ll walk about 2 miles around the protected grasslands of this wonderful Trustees property in search of Bobolinks\, Indigo Bunting\, Rose-breasted Grosbeak and more. Parking in the lot after the main entrance here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/87yAzpeBs6WPnx6K6 URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/bobolinks-at-chestnut-hill-farm-southborough/ LOCATION:Southborough – Chestnut Hill Farm (TTOR)\, Chestnut Hill Rd\, Southborough\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Conservation Series,Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Ed Bogle":MAILTO:e.bogle@icloud.com GEO:42.309926897496;-71.554693131647 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Southborough – Chestnut Hill Farm (TTOR) Chestnut Hill Rd Southborough MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Chestnut Hill Rd:geo:-71.554693131647,42.309926897496 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T090000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260330T203126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T223703Z UID:10002646-1781422200-1781427600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Bring Back Boblinks: Bobolinks at Ocean View Farm Reserve DESCRIPTION:Part of our Bring Back Boblinks conservation series. \nCo-led by Linda Vanderveer\, Land Manager\, DNRT. A combined walk with Brookline Bird Club and Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust. Registration is required. Please go to https://dnrt.org/event/bobolink-walk-2/ to register. Registration opens on May 14. \nBobolinks are migratory grassland birds found across Massachusetts. The Bobolink is listed as a Species of Greatest Conservation Need in Massachusetts and faces global declines driven by habitat loss and early mowing practices that destroy nests\, making coordinated land management essential for its conservation. \nDNRT’s Ocean View Farm Reserve is a breeding habitat for Bobolinks. Join us as we observe them tending to their young in the fields at this scenic property. Trails are easy. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/bring-back-boblinks/ LOCATION:Dartmouth – Ocean View Farm Reserve (DNRT)\, 28 Allen Neck Road\, Dartmouth\, MA\, 02748\, United States CATEGORIES:Conservation Series,Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Carol Molander":MAILTO:cmolander@brooklinebirdclub.org GEO:41.532384093506;-71.00617737488 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Dartmouth – Ocean View Farm Reserve (DNRT) 28 Allen Neck Road Dartmouth MA 02748 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=28 Allen Neck Road:geo:-71.00617737488,41.532384093506 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T100000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260314T221517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T221517Z UID:10002638-1781424000-1781431200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Millennium Park DESCRIPTION:Joint 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 bottle\, sunblock\, insect repellent\, waterproof clothing\, and a hat are recommended.\nPre-registration is required as walk sizes are limited. Please register by emailing cgeorge@massaudubon.org and copying neil.calabro1@mac.com. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/millennium-park-19/ LOCATION:Boston – Millennium Park Canoe Launch\, 300 Gardner Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02132\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Birding Boston,Field Trip,Public Transport ORGANIZER;CN="Neil Calabro":MAILTO:neil.calabro1@mac.com GEO:42.280514818291;-71.184851724564 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Boston – Millennium Park Canoe Launch 300 Gardner Street Boston MA 02132 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 Gardner Street:geo:-71.184851724564,42.280514818291 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T110000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260308T212702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T212702Z UID:10002630-1781593200-1781607600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Plum Island DESCRIPTION:We will explore various locations on the Refuge in search of breeding birds. Note that entrance fee or pass is required. Restrooms available. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/plum-island-24/ LOCATION:Parker River NWR – Lot #1\, Refuge Rd.\, Newbury\, MA\, MA\, 01951\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Williams":MAILTO:dave.williams6@gmail.com GEO:42.78990084783;-70.808985862092 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Parker River NWR – Lot #1 Refuge Rd. Newbury MA MA 01951 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Refuge Rd.:geo:-70.808985862092,42.78990084783 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T120000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260308T212717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T133445Z UID:10002631-1781940600-1781956800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Ashby & Townsend DESCRIPTION:We will explore for nesting warblers\, juncos\, sapsuckers\, and probably butterflies and dragonflies\, possibly continuing into the afternoon. We will start in Willard Brook State Forest and probably continue to Townsend State Forest\, Mt. Watatic\, or the Squannacook River WMA. Some trails are steep and moderately uneven. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/ashby-townsend-5/ LOCATION:Townsend – Willard Brook State Forest\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Forbes":MAILTO:jason@brewsterslinnet.com GEO:42.661681051344;-71.790581202641 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T093000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260308T212717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T212807Z UID:10002632-1781942400-1781947800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Belle Isle Marsh and Vicinity DESCRIPTION:Led by DCR staff. We will search on foot up to one mile on flat\, easy terrain\, for migrating or resident songbirds\, raptors\, shorebirds\, and marsh birds at this birding hotspot and state park. This is a traveling program by car or bike. Prepare for ticks and mosquitoes. Ages: Adults and kids 8 years+ with adult chaperone. Binoculars recommended. \n ADA/Reasonable Accommodations ((617) 645-0358 Moneesha.dasgupta2@mass.gov). URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/belle-isle-marsh-and-vicinity-60/ LOCATION:East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot\, 1399 Bennington Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02128\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding Boston,Field Trip,Public Transport ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew Nash":MAILTO:Matthew.Nash@mass.gov GEO:42.391684024435;-70.993881573487 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street Boston MA 02128 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1399 Bennington Street:geo:-70.993881573487,42.391684024435 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T090000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260308T212717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T212717Z UID:10002633-1782021600-1782032400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Pine Hill Road Grassland DESCRIPTION:In June\, this wonderfully preserved grassland is alive with the songs of breeding Grasshopper and Vesper Sparrow\, which are state listed as endangered species. Prairie Warbler\, Indigo Bunting\, and American Kestrels nest regularly here as well. A mile walk on level grade; can be dry so bring water. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/pine-hill-road-grassland-13/ LOCATION:Lancaster – Pine Hill Road Grasslands\, Pine Hill Road\, Lancaster\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Conservation Series,Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Dia":MAILTO:katbirder@gmail.com GEO:42.469988541528;-71.654698074093 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lancaster – Pine Hill Road Grasslands Pine Hill Road Lancaster MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Pine Hill Road:geo:-71.654698074093,42.469988541528 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T100000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260308T212718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T212718Z UID:10002635-1782028800-1782036000@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-36/ 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T100000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260308T212718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T201731Z UID:10002634-1782028800-1782036000@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Bring Back Boblinks: Bobolinks at Farm Meadow\, Lincoln DESCRIPTION:An opportunity to see Bobolinks\, a declining and unique species\, displaying and singing in their breeding habitat\, possibly with fledglings! In addition to Bobolinks\, possible species include Indigo Bunting\, Wood Thrush\, Pileated Woodpecker\, and maybe an Alder Flycatcher if we’re lucky! This is about a 1.5 mile walk circling the hayfield where the Bobolinks breed\, and up to Codman Farm. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/bobolinks-at-farm-meadow-lincoln-3/ LOCATION:Lincoln – Farm Meadow\, Lincoln Road\, Lincoln\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Conservation Series,Field Trip GEO:42.415198572796;-71.325877513129 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lincoln – Farm Meadow Lincoln Road Lincoln MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lincoln Road:geo:-71.325877513129,42.415198572796 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T100000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260605T203915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T203915Z UID:10002669-1782028800-1782036000@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Belle Isle Marsh Reservation (Winthrop) DESCRIPTION:Join us to observe resident birds and summer 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 (generally) flat and easy to walk. A water bottle and water proof clothing including a hat are recommended. \nPre-registration is encouraged as walk sizes are limited. Please register by emailing neill.calabro 1@mac.com. \nMeeting place is RPM Fitness parking lot. There is a chain link fence with (worn out\, not easy to see) signs authorizing public parking alongside the fence. Park in front of that fence. You’ll see a sign in the far back of the lot that says Belle Isle Marsh Marine Ecology Park. Meet in front of the sign. Please don’t park in a spot that says for gym only. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/belle-isle-marsh-reservation-winthrop-4/ LOCATION:Winthrop – Belle Isle March and Marine Ecology Park\, Banks Street\, Winthrop\, MA\, 02152\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Public Transport 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T110000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260308T213444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T213444Z UID:10002636-1782030600-1782039600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Neponset River Greenway - An Urban Oasis DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an approximately 2-mile trip along the Neponset River Greenway on a metal and asphalt boardwalk and bike path. Let’s see what we can find: Yellow-rumped Warblers\, Gray Catbirds\, and other migrant and resident species. Beginners\, BIPOC\, and LGBTQ+ encouraged as well as more experienced birders. Loaner binoculars available. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/neponset-river-greenway-an-urban-oasis-2/ LOCATION:Boston – Neponset River Greenway\, Mattapan to Milton (T accessible)\, 1674 Blue Hill Avenue\, Mattapan\, MA\, 02126\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Birding Boston,Field Trip,Limited Mobility,Loaner Binoculars,Public Transport GEO:42.2672722;-71.0934281 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Boston – Neponset River Greenway Mattapan to Milton (T accessible) 1674 Blue Hill Avenue Mattapan MA 02126 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1674 Blue Hill Avenue:geo:-71.0934281,42.2672722 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T070000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260330T203516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T003608Z UID:10002647-1782543600-1782543600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Bring Back Boblinks: Bobolinks at Daniel Webster\, Marshfield DESCRIPTION:Part of our Bring Back Boblinks conservation series. \nWalk among open fields where we are likely to see and hear bobolinks\, Our early start increases the likelihood that we will hear the bobolinks’ burbling morning song. Be prepared for muddy trails\, depending on recent rainfall. Trails are mostly flat. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/bring-back-boblinks-bobolinks-at-daniel-webster/ LOCATION:Marshfield – Daniel Webster MAS Wildlife Sanctuary\, 169 Winslow Cemetery Rd\, Marshfield\, MA\, 02050\, United States CATEGORIES:Conservation Series,Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Thomas Michel":MAILTO:Thomas_Michel@hms.harvard.edu GEO:42.0875241;-70.6798351 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marshfield – Daniel Webster MAS Wildlife Sanctuary 169 Winslow Cemetery Rd Marshfield MA 02050 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=169 Winslow Cemetery Rd:geo:-70.6798351,42.0875241 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T100000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260314T221810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T221810Z UID:10002639-1782633600-1782640800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Belle Isle Marsh Reservation - Winthrop Side DESCRIPTION:Joint 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 will enjoy this walk. The trails are generally flat and easy to walk. A water bottle\, sunblock\, insect repellent\, waterproof clothing\, and a hat are recommended.\nPreregistration is required as walk sizes are limited. Please register by emailing cgeorge@massaudubon.org and copying neil.calabro1@mac.com. Mention when registering if you need loaner binoculars. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/belle-isle-marsh-reservation-winthrop-side-2/ LOCATION:Winthrop – Belle Isle March and Marine Ecology Park\, Banks Street\, Winthrop\, MA\, 02152\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Loaner Binoculars,Public Transport 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T070000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161636Z UID:10002670-1783234800-1783234800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Quabbin Reservoir DESCRIPTION:Join Glenn on a 5-to-6-mile walk through a very birdy area with species ranging from Broad-winged Hawk to Yellow-bellied Sapsucker\, Blue-headed Vireo\, Chestnut-sided Warbler\, Scarlet Tanager\, Baltimore Oriole\, and lots of stuff in between. (Maybe a moose or a bobcat!) Co-sponsored with the South Shore Bird Club. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/quabbin-reservoir-4/ LOCATION:Quabbin Reservoir – Gate 10\, 235 Daniel Shays Hwy\, Pelham\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Glenn d'Entremont":MAILTO:gdentremont1@comcast.net GEO:42.3735248;-72.3996498 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Quabbin Reservoir – Gate 10 235 Daniel Shays Hwy Pelham MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=235 Daniel Shays Hwy:geo:-72.3996498,42.3735248 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T100000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161636Z UID:10002671-1783753200-1783764000@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Fruitlands Museum\, Harvard DESCRIPTION:Cosponsored with Boxborough Birders. All the nesting birds will still be around\, with good views of young out of the nest being fed by parents: Veery\, Indigo Bunting\, Catbird\, Red-winged Blackbird\, Tree Swallow\, Bobolink\, Wood Thrush\, Baltimore Oriole\, and Warblers. Expect to walk about 2 miles on trails through meadow and woods with some steep sections. Heavy rain cancels the trip. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/fruitlands-museum-harvard-21/ LOCATION:Harvard – Fruitlands Museum\, 102 Prospect Hill Rd.\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Sandy Oxley":MAILTO:cassandra.oxley@gmail.com GEO:42.5085547;-71.6099943 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Harvard – Fruitlands Museum 102 Prospect Hill Rd. Harvard MA 01451 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=102 Prospect Hill Rd.:geo:-71.6099943,42.5085547 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T073000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161637Z UID:10002672-1783841400-1783841400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Southwick WMA DESCRIPTION:We will hike the fields focusing on grassland breeders\, particularly Eastern Meadowlark and Grasshopper Sparrow. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/southwick-wma-3/ LOCATION:Southwick WMA – Suffield WMA entrance\, Point Grove Road\, Suffield\, CT\, 06093\, United States CATEGORIES:Conservation Series,Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Nick Paulson":MAILTO:grendelpgill@yahoo.com GEO:42.0293151;-72.7497379 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Southwick WMA – Suffield WMA entrance Point Grove Road Suffield CT 06093 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Point Grove Road:geo:-72.7497379,42.0293151 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T074500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T123000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161637Z UID:10002673-1784274300-1784291400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Half-Day Seabirding and Whale Watching DESCRIPTION:The BBC has reserved a limited block of discounted group tickets on these public tours. These tours are open to all.\nRegister online at brooklinebirdclub.org (find link in calendar entry) by July 8th. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/half-day-seabirding-and-whale-watching/ LOCATION:Gloucester – 7 Seas Whale Watch\, 63 Rogers Street\, 7 Seas Wharf\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Tillinghast":MAILTO:marilyntillinghast@gmail.com GEO:42.6113606;-70.663668 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Gloucester – 7 Seas Whale Watch 63 Rogers Street 7 Seas Wharf Gloucester MA 01930 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=63 Rogers Street\, 7 Seas Wharf:geo:-70.663668,42.6113606 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T093000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161641Z UID:10002675-1784361600-1784367000@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:An Oasis for Birds at Belle Isle Marsh DESCRIPTION:Join DCR park staff for a relaxed\, one-mile bird walk through flat\, easy terrain at this Massachusetts State Reservation and birding hot spot. In July\, At Belle Isle and at additional nearby locations—we’ll search for osprey\, flocks of egrets\, piping plover\, migrating shorebirds\, meadow and grassland nesting birds. Participants are responsible for their own transportation between locations (by car or bike). Binoculars are recommended\, and don’t forget to protect yourself from ticks and mosquitoes. Suitable for adults and children ages 8 and up (with an accompanying adult). Sponsored by Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation\, Brookline Bird Club\, & Friends of Belle Isle Marsh. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/an-oasis-for-birds-at-belle-isle-marsh-8/ LOCATION:East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot\, 1399 Bennington Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02128\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Public Transport ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew Nash":MAILTO:Matthew.Nash@mass.gov GEO:42.391684024435;-70.993881573487 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street Boston MA 02128 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1399 Bennington Street:geo:-70.993881573487,42.391684024435 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T120000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161637Z UID:10002674-1784361600-1784376000@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Birding Sketch Crawl – Summer Series DESCRIPTION:Come and bird/sketch favorite patches around Essex and Middlesex Counties. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/birding-sketch-crawl-summer-series-2/ LOCATION:Leader’s Choice CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Laura de la Flor":MAILTO:anhinga3@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T070000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161641Z UID:10002676-1784444400-1784444400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Birch Hill WMA DESCRIPTION:Includes three to five miles of walking relatively flat terrain. Might include some bushwacking. Driving on hard packed dirt roads. Co-sponsored with the Athol Bird & Nature Club. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/birch-hill-wma-4/ LOCATION:Royalston – Birch Hill WMA\, Royalston\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Glenn d'Entremont":MAILTO:gdentremont1@comcast.net GEO:42.680287;-72.111813 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T100000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161641Z UID:10002677-1784448000-1784455200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Halibut Point State Park\, Rockport DESCRIPTION:Beginners encouraged. A two-hour walk over easy to moderate trails in search of seasonal specialties. Chance of seeing nesting Green Herons. Boots advisable. Co-sponsored by DCR. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/halibut-point-state-park-rockport-37/ 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T100000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161641Z UID:10002678-1784790000-1784800800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Great Meadows NWR\, Concord DESCRIPTION:We will walk easy trails looking for shorebirds\, ducks\, wading birds\, rails\, and nesting songbirds. This is also a great time to look for butterflies and other interesting insects.  Note that entrance fee or pass is required. Loaner binoculars available; please email trip leader to reserve a pair! If the weather doens’t look good\, contact the leaders to check status. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/great-meadows-nwr-concord-16/ LOCATION:Concord – Great Meadows\, Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Loaner Binoculars ORGANIZER;CN="Cris Van Dyke":MAILTO:cris_vandyke@yahoo.com GEO:42.474811;-71.3285213 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Concord – Great Meadows Concord Unit Entrance Rd Concord MA 01742 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd:geo:-71.3285213,42.474811 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T110000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161641Z UID:10002679-1785223800-1785236400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Shorebirds & More at Parker River NWR DESCRIPTION:We will be looking for Shorebirds and other Refuge specialties. We will drive and walk to various places on the Refuge. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required. Restroom available. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/shorebirds-more-at-parker-river-nwr-2/ LOCATION:Parker River NWR – Lot #1\, Refuge Rd.\, Newbury\, MA\, MA\, 01951\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Williams":MAILTO:dave.williams6@gmail.com GEO:42.78990084783;-70.808985862092 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Parker River NWR – Lot #1 Refuge Rd. Newbury MA MA 01951 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Refuge Rd.:geo:-70.808985862092,42.78990084783 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T093000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161654Z UID:10002680-1785571200-1785576600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:An Oasis for Birds at Belle Isle Marsh DESCRIPTION:Join DCR park staff for a relaxed\, one-mile bird walk through flat\, easy terrain at this Massachusetts State Reservation and birding hot spot. At Belle Isle and at additional nearby locations— We’ll search for large groups of herons and egrets\, and shorebird rarities. Participants are responsible for their own transportation between locations (by car or bike). Binoculars are recommended\, and don’t forget to protect yourself from ticks and mosquitoes. Suitable for adults and children ages 8 and up (with an accompanying adult). Sponsored by Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation\, Brookline Bird Club\, & Friends of Belle Isle Marsh. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/an-oasis-for-birds-at-belle-isle-marsh-9/ LOCATION:East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot\, 1399 Bennington Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02128\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Public Transport ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew Nash":MAILTO:Matthew.Nash@mass.gov GEO:42.391684024435;-70.993881573487 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street Boston MA 02128 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1399 Bennington Street:geo:-70.993881573487,42.391684024435 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T080000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T171447Z UID:10002681-1785916800-1785916800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Forest Beach Conservation Area DESCRIPTION:Co-sponored with Cape Cod Bird Club. We’ll walk the marsh trail to where it meets Mill Creek and return via the beach\, less than a mile round trip. We’ll then head towards the overlook where we’ll likely view herons\, egrets\, shorebirds\, passerines\, gulls\, osprey and Northern Harrier. This is another area with mixed habitat\, a nice variety of bird species\, and the occasional rarity. Waterproof footwear/hiking boots recommended. (low tide 11:01am) URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/forest-beach-conservation-area-2/ LOCATION:Chatham – Forest Beach\, 375-331 Forest Beach Rd\, South Chatham\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip GEO:41.669543581665;-70.026695132787 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Chatham – Forest Beach 375-331 Forest Beach Rd South Chatham MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=375-331 Forest Beach Rd:geo:-70.026695132787,41.669543581665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T060000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161654Z UID:10002682-1786168800-1786168800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Squantum - Quincy DESCRIPTION:We’ll check the marshes and the mudflats in Squantum for shorebirds\, starting at Moswetuset Hummock and visiting other spots nearby. We’ll try checking the high tide roosts for shorebirds as well. Be prepared for the possibility of biting insects. Cosponsored with South Shore Bird Club. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/squantum-quincy-7/ LOCATION:Quincy – Squantum – Moswetuset Hummock\, Quincy\, MA\, 02171\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Glenn d'Entremont":MAILTO:gdentremont1@comcast.net GEO:42.28970315398;-71.022401140081 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T064500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T094500 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161655Z UID:10002683-1786171500-1786182300@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Parker River March Cruise DESCRIPTION:Explore Parker River National Wildlife Refuge from a new perspective on a cruise through the Parker River marshes! Join us on the Yankee Clipper docked in Newburyport Harbor for a leisurely cruise through the Refuge. Enjoy close views of shorebirds\, gulls\, terns\, and Saltmarsh Sparrows on this tour.\nGroup discount tickets are available by registering on the BBC website no later than July 15; seating is limited. Confirmation and additional information will be provided to registrants. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/parker-river-march-cruise/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Tillinghast":MAILTO:marilyntillinghast@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T190000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161655Z UID:10002684-1786465800-1786474800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Essex River March Cruise DESCRIPTION:This narrated cruise is scenic\, relaxing\, and educational. Join us for a cruise along the Essex River as we glide past islands\, historic mansions\, wildlife\, and stunning scenery. The marsh itself is part of the Essex River estuary\, which serves as the feeding ground for many species of beautiful birds and abundant wildlife. Group discount tickets are available by registering on the BBC website no later than July 15; seating is limited. Confirmation and additional information will be provided to registrants. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/essex-river-march-cruise/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Tillinghast":MAILTO:marilyntillinghast@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T093000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161709Z UID:10002685-1786780800-1786786200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:An Oasis for Birds at Belle Isle Marsh DESCRIPTION:Join DCR park staff for a relaxed\, one-mile bird walk through flat\, easy terrain at this Massachusetts State Reservation and birding hot spot. At Belle Isle and at additional nearby locations— We’ll search for large groups of herons and egrets\, and shorebird rarities. Participants are responsible for their own transportation between locations (by car or bike). Binoculars are recommended\, and don’t forget to protect yourself from ticks and mosquitoes. Suitable for adults and children ages 8 and up (with an accompanying adult). Sponsored by Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation\, Brookline Bird Club\, & Friends of Belle Isle Marsh. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/an-oasis-for-birds-at-belle-isle-marsh-10/ LOCATION:East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot\, 1399 Bennington Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02128\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Public Transport ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew Nash":MAILTO:Matthew.Nash@mass.gov GEO:42.391684024435;-70.993881573487 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street Boston MA 02128 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1399 Bennington Street:geo:-70.993881573487,42.391684024435 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T100000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161709Z UID:10002686-1786867200-1786874400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Halibut Point State Park\, Rockport DESCRIPTION:Beginners encouraged. A two-hour walk over easy to moderate trails in search of seasonal specialties. Boots advisable. Co-sponsored by DCR. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/halibut-point-state-park-rockport-38/ LOCATION:Rockport – Halibut Point State Park\, Halibut Point State Park\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Reggie Edmonds":MAILTO:plumcove@gmail.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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T193000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161709Z UID:10002687-1787157000-1787167800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Parker River March Cruise DESCRIPTION:Explore Parker River National Wildlife Refuge from a new perspective on a cruise through the Parker River marshes! Join us on the Yankee Clipper docked in Newburyport Harbor for a leisurely cruise through the Refuge. Enjoy close views of shorebirds\, gulls\, terns\, and Saltmarsh Sparrows on this tour.\nGroup discount tickets are available by registering on the BBC website no later than July 15; seating is limited. Confirmation and additional information will be provided to registrants. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/parker-river-march-cruise-2/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Tillinghast":MAILTO:marilyntillinghast@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T174500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T194500 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161710Z UID:10002688-1787247900-1787255100@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Great Meadows NWR\, Concord DESCRIPTION:We will walk slowly along the dike looking for rails\, shorebirds\, and wading birds. The we will continue to an adjacent site where we have permission to enter private property\, to look for Night-Herons. On our return\, we will look for migrating Common Nighthawks! Note that entrance fee or pass is required. Loaner binoculars available; please email trip leader to reserve a pair! If the weather doens’t look good\, contact the leaders to check status. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/great-meadows-nwr-concord-17/ LOCATION:Concord – Great Meadows\, Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Loaner Binoculars ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Dia":MAILTO:katbirder@gmail.com GEO:42.474811;-71.3285213 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Concord – Great Meadows Concord Unit Entrance Rd Concord MA 01742 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd:geo:-71.3285213,42.474811 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T200000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161710Z UID:10002689-1787333400-1787342400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Shorebirds\, Herons\, Swallows\, & More at Parker River NWR DESCRIPTION:Shorebirds\, Herons\, & Swallows. Bring a chair\, bug spray\, and water. Trip runs until dark. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required. Restroom available. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/shorebirds-herons-swallows-more-at-parker-river-nwr-3/ LOCATION:Parker River NWR – Lot #4\, Newbury\, MA\, 01950\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Limited Mobility ORGANIZER;CN="Laura de la Flor":MAILTO:anhinga3@comcast.net GEO:42.741534972116;-70.795275370155 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260822 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260824 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260604T221507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T191659Z UID:10002666-1787356800-1787529599@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Hydrographer Canyon Overnight Pelagic (Trip #1) DESCRIPTION:Join the BBC on the Helen H out of Hyannis\, MA to search for pelagic birds on an overnight trip to the Hydrographer Canyon area. For more information\, fee\, and registration info see: \nhttps://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/bbc-news/hydrographer-canyon-overnight-pelagics-registration/ URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/hydrographer-canyon-overnight-pelagic-trip-1/ LOCATION:Hyannis – Pelagic – Helen H\, 137 Pleasant St\, Hyannis\, MA\, 02601\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Pelagic ORGANIZER;CN="Naeem Yusuff":MAILTO:naeem.yusuff@yahoo.com GEO:41.651045;-70.278474 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hyannis – Pelagic – Helen H 137 Pleasant St Hyannis MA 02601 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=137 Pleasant St:geo:-70.278474,41.651045 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T070000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161724Z UID:10002690-1787382000-1787382000@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Delaney WMA\, Stow DESCRIPTION:We will spend the morning walking 3-4 miles through fields\, forests and wetlands looking for post-nesting birds and early migrants. No restrooms are available. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent. Be prepared for poison ivy. Rain cancels. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/delaney-wma-stow-8/ LOCATION:Stow – Delaney WMA Boat Launch\, 353 Harvard Road\, Stow\, MA\, 01775\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Cliff Cook":MAILTO:ccook13@gmail.com GEO:42.451244141279;-71.544023936701 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Stow – Delaney WMA Boat Launch 353 Harvard Road Stow MA 01775 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=353 Harvard Road:geo:-71.544023936701,42.451244141279 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T120000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161724Z UID:10002691-1787383800-1787400000@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Shore Birding around Boston DESCRIPTION:Stops may include Belle Isle Marsh\, The Key\, Revere Beach\, and Winthrop. Please be prepared for mosquitoes at our first two stops. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/shore-birding-around-boston-4/ LOCATION:East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot\, 1399 Bennington Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02128\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding Boston,Field Trip,Public Transport ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Williams":MAILTO:dave.williams6@gmail.com GEO:42.391684024435;-70.993881573487 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street Boston MA 02128 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1399 Bennington Street:geo:-70.993881573487,42.391684024435 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260824 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260826 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260604T221511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T191749Z UID:10002667-1787529600-1787702399@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Hydrographer Canyon Overnight Pelagic (Trip #2) DESCRIPTION:Join the BBC on the Helen H out of Hyannis\, MA to search for pelagic birds on an overnight trip to the Hydrographer Canyon area. For more information\, fee\, and registration info see: \nhttps://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/bbc-news/hydrographer-canyon-overnight-pelagics-registration/ URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/hydrographer-canyon-overnight-pelagic-trip-2/ LOCATION:Hyannis – Pelagic – Helen H\, 137 Pleasant St\, Hyannis\, MA\, 02601\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Pelagic ORGANIZER;CN="Naeem Yusuff":MAILTO:naeem.yusuff@yahoo.com GEO:41.651045;-70.278474 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hyannis – Pelagic – Helen H 137 Pleasant St Hyannis MA 02601 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=137 Pleasant St:geo:-70.278474,41.651045 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260824T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260824T103000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161725Z UID:10002693-1787556600-1787567400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Parker River March Cruise DESCRIPTION:Explore Parker River National Wildlife Refuge from a new perspective on a cruise through the Parker River marshes! Join us on the Yankee Clipper docked in Newburyport Harbor for a leisurely cruise through the Refuge. Enjoy close views of shorebirds\, gulls\, terns\, and Saltmarsh Sparrows on this tour.\nGroup discount tickets are available by registering on the BBC website no later than July 15; seating is limited. Confirmation and additional information will be provided to registrants. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/parker-river-march-cruise-3/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Tillinghast":MAILTO:marilyntillinghast@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T180000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T174137Z UID:10002695-1787837400-1787853600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Half-Day Seabirding and Whale Watching DESCRIPTION:The BBC has reserved a limited block of discounted group tickets on these public tours. These tours are open to all. \nRegister online at brooklinebirdclub.org (find link in calendar entry) by July 8th. Co-sponsored with the South Shore Bird club. \nGenerally the parking for multiple hours that you need is not near the town wharf. Allow extra time to find the public parking areas that allow more than a few hours. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/half-day-seabirding-and-whale-watching-2/ LOCATION:Plymouth – Captain John’s Whale Watching Tour Company\, 10 Town Wharf\, Plymouth\, MA\, 02360\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Tillinghast":MAILTO:marilyntillinghast@gmail.com GEO:41.9619742;-70.6669188 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Plymouth – Captain John’s Whale Watching Tour Company 10 Town Wharf Plymouth MA 02360 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Town Wharf:geo:-70.6669188,41.9619742 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T194500 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161739Z UID:10002696-1788024600-1788032700@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Nighthawk Watch at Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge DESCRIPTION:Join us for a pleasant evening of watching nighthawk migration along the Nashua River valley. Bring a lawn chair or a camp stool. Rain date: Sunday August 30. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/nighthawk-watch-at-oxbow-national-wildlife-refuge-4/ LOCATION:Harvard – Oxbow NWR\, Tank Rd\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Don MacFarlane":MAILTO:donjmacfarlane@gmail.com GEO:42.507137;-71.616905 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Harvard – Oxbow NWR Tank Rd Harvard MA 01451 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Tank Rd:geo:-71.616905,42.507137 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T090000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T171827Z UID:10002697-1788080400-1788080400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Plum Island DESCRIPTION:Beginners and those with limited mobility welcome. There is an entrance fee for Parker River NWR. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/plum-island-25/ LOCATION:Newburyport – Courthouse\, 188 State Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Limited Mobility ORGANIZER;CN="Nick Paulson":MAILTO:grendelpgill@yahoo.com GEO:42.800491782214;-70.875882760781 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Newburyport – Courthouse 188 State Street Newburyport MA 01950 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=188 State Street:geo:-70.875882760781,42.800491782214 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T070000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161740Z UID:10002698-1788591600-1788591600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary\, Marshfield DESCRIPTION:Co-sponsored with the South Shore Bird Club. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/daniel-webster-wildlife-sanctuary-marshfield-4/ LOCATION:Marshfield – Daniel Webster MAS Wildlife Sanctuary\, 169 Winslow Cemetery Rd\, Marshfield\, MA\, 02050\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Glenn d'Entremont":MAILTO:gdentremont1@comcast.net GEO:42.0875241;-70.6798351 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marshfield – Daniel Webster MAS Wildlife Sanctuary 169 Winslow Cemetery Rd Marshfield MA 02050 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=169 Winslow Cemetery Rd:geo:-70.6798351,42.0875241 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T093000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161740Z UID:10002699-1788595200-1788600600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:An Oasis for Birds at Belle Isle Marsh DESCRIPTION:Join DCR park staff for a relaxed\, one-mile bird walk through flat\, easy terrain at this Massachusetts State Reservation and birding hot spot. At Belle Isle and at additional nearby locations— We’ll search for shorebirds during their peak in migration and passerines that are beginning their southerly migration. Participants are responsible for their own transportation between locations (by car or bike). Binoculars are recommended\, and don’t forget to protect yourself from ticks and mosquitoes. Suitable for adults and children ages 8 and up (with an accompanying adult). Sponsored by Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation\, Brookline Bird Club\, & Friends of Belle Isle Marsh. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/an-oasis-for-birds-at-belle-isle-marsh-11/ LOCATION:East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot\, 1399 Bennington Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02128\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Public Transport ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew Nash":MAILTO:Matthew.Nash@mass.gov GEO:42.391684024435;-70.993881573487 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street Boston MA 02128 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1399 Bennington Street:geo:-70.993881573487,42.391684024435 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T093000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161754Z UID:10002700-1789196400-1789205400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Fruitlands Museum\, Harvard DESCRIPTION:Cosponsored with Boxborough Birders. We will look for warblers\, thrushes\, sparrows\, and raptors\, among many other birds. Expect to walk about 2 miles on trails through meadow and woods\, with some steep sections. Heavy rain cancels the trip. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/fruitlands-museum-harvard-26/ LOCATION:Harvard – Fruitlands Museum\, 102 Prospect Hill Rd.\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Rita Grossman":MAILTO:rgibesgrossman@gmail.com GEO:42.5085547;-71.6099943 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Harvard – Fruitlands Museum 102 Prospect Hill Rd. Harvard MA 01451 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=102 Prospect Hill Rd.:geo:-71.6099943,42.5085547 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T093000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161754Z UID:10002701-1789200000-1789205400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Cold Spring Park\, Newton DESCRIPTION:This large multi-use city park offers an easy 1.4-mile loop through mixed forest\, open green areas\, and red maple swamplands\, attracting a surprising array of resident and migratory birds. Porta Potties available. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/cold-spring-park-newton-10/ LOCATION:Newton – Cold Spring Park\, 1200 Beacon St\, Newton\, MA\, 02468\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Briesacher":MAILTO:becky.briesacher@gmail.com GEO:42.3311401;-71.213264 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Newton – Cold Spring Park 1200 Beacon St Newton MA 02468 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1200 Beacon St:geo:-71.213264,42.3311401 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T120000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161755Z UID:10002702-1789286400-1789300800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Plum Island DESCRIPTION:We will drive and carpool down the Parker River Refuge in search of shorebirds and fall migrants. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/plum-island-26/ LOCATION:Parker River NWR – Lot #1\, Refuge Rd.\, Newbury\, MA\, MA\, 01951\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Leslie Kramer":MAILTO:lkramer@brooklinebirdclub.org GEO:42.78990084783;-70.808985862092 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Parker River NWR – Lot #1 Refuge Rd. Newbury MA MA 01951 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Refuge Rd.:geo:-70.808985862092,42.78990084783 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T110000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161755Z UID:10002703-1789455600-1789470000@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Plum Island DESCRIPTION:We will be looking for Shorebirds and Fall migrants. We will drive and walk to various places on the Refuge. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required. Restrooms available. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/plum-island-27/ LOCATION:Parker River NWR – Lot #1\, Refuge Rd.\, Newbury\, MA\, MA\, 01951\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Williams":MAILTO:dave.williams6@gmail.com GEO:42.78990084783;-70.808985862092 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Parker River NWR – Lot #1 Refuge Rd. Newbury MA MA 01951 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Refuge Rd.:geo:-70.808985862092,42.78990084783 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T103000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161755Z UID:10002704-1789457400-1789468200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Great Meadows NWR\, Concord DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/great-meadows-nwr-concord-18/ LOCATION:Concord – Great Meadows\, Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Hughes":MAILTO:chris@worldwidehughes.com GEO:42.474811;-71.3285213 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Concord – Great Meadows Concord Unit Entrance Rd Concord MA 01742 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Concord Unit\, Entrance Rd:geo:-71.3285213,42.474811 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T093000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161809Z UID:10002706-1789804800-1789810200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:An Oasis for Birds at Belle Isle Marsh DESCRIPTION:Join DCR park staff for a relaxed\, one-mile bird walk through flat\, easy terrain at this Massachusetts State Reservation and birding hot spot. At Belle Isle and at additional nearby locations— We’ll search for shorebirds during their peak in migration and passerines that are beginning their southerly migration. Participants are responsible for their own transportation between locations (by car or bike). Binoculars are recommended\, and don’t forget to protect yourself from ticks and mosquitoes. Suitable for adults and children ages 8 and up (with an accompanying adult). Sponsored by Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation\, Brookline Bird Club\, & Friends of Belle Isle Marsh. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/an-oasis-for-birds-at-belle-isle-marsh-12/ LOCATION:East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot\, 1399 Bennington Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02128\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Public Transport ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew Nash":MAILTO:Matthew.Nash@mass.gov GEO:42.391684024435;-70.993881573487 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street Boston MA 02128 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1399 Bennington Street:geo:-70.993881573487,42.391684024435 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T170000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161809Z UID:10002705-1789804800-1789837200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Autumnal Equinox Walk DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the beginning of the Fall season by birding favorite patches\, locally and beyond. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/autumnal-equinox-walk-5/ LOCATION:Leader’s Choice CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Laura de la Flor":MAILTO:anhinga3@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T070000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161809Z UID:10002707-1789887600-1789887600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Delaney WMA\, Stow DESCRIPTION:We will spend the morning walking 3-4 miles through fields\, forests and wetlands looking for post-nesting birds and early migrants. No restrooms are available. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent. Be prepared for poison ivy. Rain cancels. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/delaney-wma-stow-9/ LOCATION:Stow – Delaney WMA Boat Launch\, 353 Harvard Road\, Stow\, MA\, 01775\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Cliff Cook":MAILTO:ccook13@gmail.com GEO:42.451244141279;-71.544023936701 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Stow – Delaney WMA Boat Launch 353 Harvard Road Stow MA 01775 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=353 Harvard Road:geo:-71.544023936701,42.451244141279 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T100000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161810Z UID:10002708-1789891200-1789898400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Halibut Point State Park\, Rockport DESCRIPTION:Beginners encouraged. A two-hour walk over easy to moderate trails in search of seasonal specialties. Boots advisable. Co-sponsored by DCR. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/halibut-point-state-park-rockport-39/ LOCATION:Rockport – Halibut Point State Park\, Halibut Point State Park\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline Haines":MAILTO:carolinawrencarolinawren@hotmail.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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T063000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161810Z UID:10002709-1789972200-1789972200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Westboro Wildlife Management Area DESCRIPTION:We will hike the north side of Big Chauncy Pond in search of migrant warblers. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/westboro-wildlife-management-area-20/ LOCATION:Westborough – Ball Field\, Hospital Rd\, Westborough\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Nick Paulson":MAILTO:grendelpgill@yahoo.com GEO:42.2987515474;-71.6110810794 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Westborough – Ball Field Hospital Rd Westborough MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Hospital Rd:geo:-71.6110810794,42.2987515474 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T083000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161824Z UID:10002710-1790235000-1790238600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Fall migrants at Roslindale Wetlands Urban Park DESCRIPTION: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 strongly advised. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/fall-migrants-at-roslindale-wetlands-urban-park-7/ LOCATION:Roslindale Wetlands Urban Park\, 23 Coniston Rd\, Roslindale\, MA\, 02131\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding Boston,Field Trip,Public Transport ORGANIZER;CN="Judith Robichaud":MAILTO:juder811@gmail.com GEO:42.2921107;-71.1326668 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Roslindale Wetlands Urban Park 23 Coniston Rd Roslindale MA 02131 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=23 Coniston Rd:geo:-71.1326668,42.2921107 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T090000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161824Z UID:10002711-1790406000-1790413200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Fresh Pond\, Cambridge DESCRIPTION:A two mile walk on (mostly) paved paths around the pond. In addition to the “usual suspects”\, we are likely to see some of the fall warblers\, plus possibly a few of the Weird Ducks that have started to arrive. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/fresh-pond-cambridge-11/ LOCATION:Cambridge – Fresh Pond – TD Bank\, 235 Alewife Brook Pkwy\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip,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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T100000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161826Z UID:10002712-1790409600-1790416800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Rock Meadow\, Belmont DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a walk at scenic Rock Meadow and Beaver Brook North\, home of open fields\, wetlands\, ample woods and edge habitat\, and public gardens which attract a wide variety of migrating song birds. Hiking is relatively easy\, and should be a bit under two miles total at most\, if we venture further into Beaver Brook North Note that there are no public rest rooms\, but a portapotty may be available. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/rock-meadow-belmont-3/ LOCATION:Belmont – Rock Meadow\, 300 Mill St\, Belmont\, MA\, 02478\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Sabourin":MAILTO:Accipiter22@gmail.com GEO:42.3998209;-71.1947692 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Belmont – Rock Meadow 300 Mill St Belmont MA 02478 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 Mill St:geo:-71.1947692,42.3998209 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T100000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161826Z UID:10002713-1790496000-1790503200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Arlington Reservoir DESCRIPTION:In the fall water levels are lowered creating good conditions for ducks and shorebirds. We will also visit the adjacent Lexington community farm. Birds are found feasting on the remains of the crops planted there. We will walk about a mile on wide paths and some uneven ground (possibly muddy). Note that the reservoir area is a public park and people walk dogs here frequently. Cosponsored with Menotomy Bird Club. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/arlington-reservoir-13/ LOCATION:Lexington – Arlington Reservoir\, 210 Lowell Street\, Arlington\, MA\, 02474\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="John Edmondson":MAILTO:johnhedmondson@gmail.com GEO:42.4269938;-71.187368 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lexington – Arlington Reservoir 210 Lowell Street Arlington MA 02474 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=210 Lowell Street:geo:-71.187368,42.4269938 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T063000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161827Z UID:10002714-1790577000-1790577000@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Westboro Wildlife Management Area DESCRIPTION:We will hike the north side of Big Chauncy Pond in search of migrant warblers. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/westboro-wildlife-management-area-21/ LOCATION:Westborough – Ball Field\, Hospital Rd\, Westborough\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Nick Paulson":MAILTO:grendelpgill@yahoo.com GEO:42.2987515474;-71.6110810794 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Westborough – Ball Field Hospital Rd Westborough MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Hospital Rd:geo:-71.6110810794,42.2987515474 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T083000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161839Z UID:10002715-1790839800-1790843400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Fall migrants at Roslindale Wetlands Urban Park DESCRIPTION: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 strongly advised. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/fall-migrants-at-roslindale-wetlands-urban-park-8/ LOCATION:Roslindale Wetlands Urban Park\, 23 Coniston Rd\, Roslindale\, MA\, 02131\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding Boston,Field Trip,Public Transport ORGANIZER;CN="Judith Robichaud":MAILTO:juder811@gmail.com GEO:42.2921107;-71.1326668 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Roslindale Wetlands Urban Park 23 Coniston Rd Roslindale MA 02131 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=23 Coniston Rd:geo:-71.1326668,42.2921107 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T081500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T103000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161839Z UID:10002716-1790928900-1790937000@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Mt Auburn in Fall DESCRIPTION:Mt Auburn can offer good birding around this time of year. This particular date for a visit is new on our calendar and we’ll see what we can find. Cosponsored with Menotomy Bird Club. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/mt-auburn-in-fall/ LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 536 Mt Auburn St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Public Transport ORGANIZER;CN="John Edmondson":MAILTO:johnhedmondson@gmail.com GEO:42.37474861538;-71.144730098376 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T060000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161839Z UID:10002717-1791007200-1791007200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Outer Cape Cod DESCRIPTION:All Day. This trip should record close to 100 species covering Canada Goose through House Sparrow\, both of which might be missed. Co-sponsored with the South Shore Bird Club. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/outer-cape-cod-4/ LOCATION:Bourne – Commuter Lot\, Scusset Beach Rd\, Canal Street\, Bourne\, MA\, 02562\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Glenn d'Entremont":MAILTO:gdentremont1@comcast.net GEO:41.781445;-70.542208 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bourne – Commuter Lot Scusset Beach Rd Canal Street Bourne MA 02562 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Canal Street:geo:-70.542208,41.781445 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T093000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161840Z UID:10002718-1791014400-1791019800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:An Oasis for Birds at Belle Isle Marsh DESCRIPTION:Join DCR park staff for a relaxed\, one-mile bird walk through flat\, easy terrain at this Massachusetts State Reservation and birding hot spot. At Belle Isle and at additional nearby locations— We’ll search for raptors\, native sparrows\, finches\, herons\, and egrets. Participants are responsible for their own transportation between locations (by car or bike). Binoculars are recommended\, and don’t forget to protect yourself from ticks and mosquitoes. Suitable for adults and children ages 8 and up (with an accompanying adult). Sponsored by Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation\, Brookline Bird Club\, & Friends of Belle Isle Marsh. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/an-oasis-for-birds-at-belle-isle-marsh-13/ LOCATION:East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot\, 1399 Bennington Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02128\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Public Transport ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew Nash":MAILTO:Matthew.Nash@mass.gov GEO:42.391684024435;-70.993881573487 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street Boston MA 02128 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1399 Bennington Street:geo:-70.993881573487,42.391684024435 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T090000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161840Z UID:10002719-1791097200-1791104400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Fresh Pond\, Cambridge DESCRIPTION:A two mile walk on (mostly) paved paths around the pond. In addition to the “usual suspects”\, we are likely to see some of the fall warblers\, plus possibly a few of the Weird Ducks that have started to arrive. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/fresh-pond-cambridge-18/ LOCATION:Cambridge – Fresh Pond – TD Bank\, 235 Alewife Brook Pkwy\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip,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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T083000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161854Z UID:10002720-1791444600-1791448200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Fall migrants at Roslindale Wetlands Urban Park DESCRIPTION: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 strongly advised. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/fall-migrants-at-roslindale-wetlands-urban-park-9/ LOCATION:Roslindale Wetlands Urban Park\, 23 Coniston Rd\, Roslindale\, MA\, 02131\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding Boston,Field Trip,Public Transport ORGANIZER;CN="Judith Robichaud":MAILTO:juder811@gmail.com GEO:42.2921107;-71.1326668 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Roslindale Wetlands Urban Park 23 Coniston Rd Roslindale MA 02131 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=23 Coniston Rd:geo:-71.1326668,42.2921107 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T093000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161854Z UID:10002721-1791619200-1791624600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Cold Spring Park\, Newton DESCRIPTION:This large multi-use city park offers an easy 1.4-mile loop through mixed forest\, open green areas\, and red maple swamplands\, attracting a surprising array of resident and migratory birds. Porta Potties available. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/cold-spring-park-newton-16/ LOCATION:Newton – Cold Spring Park\, 1200 Beacon St\, Newton\, MA\, 02468\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Briesacher":MAILTO:becky.briesacher@gmail.com GEO:42.3311401;-71.213264 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Newton – Cold Spring Park 1200 Beacon St Newton MA 02468 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1200 Beacon St:geo:-71.213264,42.3311401 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T120000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161855Z UID:10002722-1791619200-1791633600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Birding Sketch Crawl – Fall Series DESCRIPTION:Come and bird/sketch favorite patches around Essex and Middlesex Counties. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/birding-sketch-crawl-fall-series-2/ LOCATION:Leader’s Choice CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Laura de la Flor":MAILTO:anhinga3@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T110000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161855Z UID:10002723-1791876600-1791889200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Plum Island DESCRIPTION:We will be walking the North Pool dike as well as visiting other spots. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required. Restrooms available. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/plum-island-28/ LOCATION:Parker River NWR – Lot #1\, Refuge Rd.\, Newbury\, MA\, MA\, 01951\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Williams":MAILTO:dave.williams6@gmail.com GEO:42.78990084783;-70.808985862092 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Parker River NWR – Lot #1 Refuge Rd. Newbury MA MA 01951 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Refuge Rd.:geo:-70.808985862092,42.78990084783 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T100000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161855Z UID:10002724-1792051200-1792058400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Barretts Mill Farmland DESCRIPTION:This is often a great place for fall sparrows including Savannah\, Field\, and White-crowned\, as well as Pipit and occasional Dickcissel. Loaner binoculars available; please email trip leader to reserve a pair! If the weather doens’t look good\, contact the leader to check status. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/barretts-mill-farmland-3/ LOCATION:Concord – Barretts Mill Farmland\, Barrett's Mill Road\, Concord\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Loaner Binoculars ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Dia":MAILTO:katbirder@gmail.com GEO:42.473582;-71.376584 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Concord – Barretts Mill Farmland Barrett's Mill Road Concord MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Barrett's Mill Road:geo:-71.376584,42.473582 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T070000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161909Z UID:10002725-1792220400-1792220400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Hellcat at Parker River NWR DESCRIPTION:During the past few years the refuge has opened the dike to hiking during National Wildlife Refuge Week. We will plan to do that hike if the dike is again open this year. Otherwise we hike the boardwalk and normal dike area. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/hellcat-at-parker-river-nwr-3/ LOCATION:Parker River NWR – Lot #4\, Newbury\, MA\, 01950\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Nick Paulson":MAILTO:grendelpgill@yahoo.com GEO:42.741534972116;-70.795275370155 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T093000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161909Z UID:10002726-1792222200-1792229400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Arlington Reservoir DESCRIPTION:In the fall water levels are lowered creating good conditions for ducks and shorebirds. We will also visit the adjacent Lexington community farm. Birds are found feasting on the remains of the crops planted there. We will walk about a mile on wide paths and some uneven ground (possibly muddy). Note that the reservoir area is a public park and people walk dogs here frequently. Cosponsored with Menotomy Bird Club. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/arlington-reservoir-14/ LOCATION:Lexington – Arlington Reservoir\, 210 Lowell Street\, Arlington\, MA\, 02474\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="John Edmondson":MAILTO:johnhedmondson@gmail.com GEO:42.4269938;-71.187368 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lexington – Arlington Reservoir 210 Lowell Street Arlington MA 02474 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=210 Lowell Street:geo:-71.187368,42.4269938 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T093000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161909Z UID:10002727-1792222200-1792229400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Fruitlands Museum\, Harvard DESCRIPTION:Cosponsored with Boxborough Birders. We will look for fall migrants and resident birds. Expect to walk about 2 miles on trails through meadow and woods\, with some steep sections. Heavy rain cancels the trip. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/fruitlands-museum-harvard-27/ LOCATION:Harvard – Fruitlands Museum\, 102 Prospect Hill Rd.\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Sandy Oxley":MAILTO:cassandra.oxley@gmail.com GEO:42.5085547;-71.6099943 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Harvard – Fruitlands Museum 102 Prospect Hill Rd. Harvard MA 01451 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=102 Prospect Hill Rd.:geo:-71.6099943,42.5085547 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T093000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161910Z UID:10002729-1792224000-1792229400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:An Oasis for Birds at Belle Isle Marsh DESCRIPTION:Join DCR park staff for a relaxed\, one-mile bird walk through flat\, easy terrain at this Massachusetts State Reservation and birding hot spot. At Belle Isle and at additional nearby locations— We’ll search for raptors\, native sparrows\, finches\, herons\, and egrets. Participants are responsible for their own transportation between locations (by car or bike). Binoculars are recommended\, and don’t forget to protect yourself from ticks and mosquitoes. Suitable for adults and children ages 8 and up (with an accompanying adult). Sponsored by Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation\, Brookline Bird Club\, & Friends of Belle Isle Marsh. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/an-oasis-for-birds-at-belle-isle-marsh-14/ LOCATION:East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot\, 1399 Bennington Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02128\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip,Public Transport ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew Nash":MAILTO:Matthew.Nash@mass.gov GEO:42.391684024435;-70.993881573487 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot 1399 Bennington Street Boston MA 02128 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1399 Bennington Street:geo:-70.993881573487,42.391684024435 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T110000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T161910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T161910Z UID:10002728-1792224000-1792234800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Boston Nature Center\, Mattapan DESCRIPTION:Explore this urban oasis for sparrows and other possible fall migrants like Dickcissel and Blue Grosbeak. We will take an easy walk through varied habitats. Co-sponsored with the Boston Nature Center. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/boston-nature-center-mattapan-5/ LOCATION:Mattapan – MAS Boston Nature Center\, 500 Walk Hill St\, Mattapan\, MA\, 02126\, United States CATEGORIES:Birding Boston,Field Trip,Public Transport ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Ferraresso":MAILTO:tattler1@comcast.net 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T073000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T171106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T171106Z UID:10002730-1792308600-1792308600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Westborough WMA in Two Parts DESCRIPTION:Part 1: 7:30 – 10:15 am / Part 2: 10:30 am – 1:00 pm. We will hike at a slow pace through mild to moderate trails in search of sparrows and other migrants. For the first part we will hike the Eastern trails between Lake Chauncy and Little Chauncy(about 3 miles). Then we will again meet at the meeting location. From there we will go over to the Wildlife HQs and hike the Western trails(about 2 miles). Join for either or both parts. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/westborough-wma-in-two-parts-7/ LOCATION:Northborough – Watson Park\, Bartlett Pond\, 35A Lyman St\, Northborough\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Nick Paulson":MAILTO:grendelpgill@yahoo.com GEO:42.317456507127;-71.613425299634 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Northborough – Watson Park Bartlett Pond 35A Lyman St Northborough MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=35A Lyman St:geo:-71.613425299634,42.317456507127 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T100000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T171106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T171106Z UID:10002731-1792310400-1792317600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Halibut Point State Park\, Rockport DESCRIPTION:Beginners encouraged. A two-hour walk over easy to moderate trails in search of seasonal specialties. Boots advisable. Co-sponsored by DCR. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/halibut-point-state-park-rockport-40/ 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T120000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T171106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T171106Z UID:10002732-1792828800-1792843200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Nahanton Park\, Newton and possible other nearby locations DESCRIPTION:We will search for sparrows and other fall migrants at Nahanton Park and a possible other location to be determined nearer the date of the trip. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/nahanton-park-newton-and-possible-other-nearby-locations-2/ LOCATION:Newton – Nahanton Park\, 507 Winchester St\, Newton\, MA\, 02461\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Ferraresso":MAILTO:tattler1@comcast.net GEO:42.301014250477;-71.20837637426 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Newton – Nahanton Park 507 Winchester St Newton MA 02461 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=507 Winchester St:geo:-71.20837637426,42.301014250477 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T100000 DTSTAMP:20260614T152842 CREATED:20260614T171106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T171106Z UID:10002733-1792911600-1792922400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org SUMMARY:Cumberland Farms Fields River St. Entrance DESCRIPTION:We will walk about 1.5 miles on gravel paths in search of late fall sparrows. This is usually a good spot for Lincoln’s and Clay-colored Sparrows. We never know what else might show up. I will arrive early to listen for Great Horned Owls. URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/cumberland-farms-fields-river-st-entrance/ LOCATION:Halifax – Cumberland Farms – River St\, 10 River St\, Halifax\, MA\, 02338\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ORGANIZER;CN="Ray Bedard":MAILTO:rayray5x@yahoo.com GEO:41.964842825374;-70.894781248907 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Halifax – Cumberland Farms – River St 10 River St Halifax MA 02338 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 River St:geo:-70.894781248907,41.964842825374 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR