Horn Pond, Woburn
2026-06-02 07:30 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Woburn – Horn Pond – Sturgis St, 98 Sturgis St, Woburn, MA, 01801, United States
We’ll look out and listen for breeders that have settled into the Horn Pond area like Great Crested Flycatchers, Scarlet Tanagers, Wood Thrushes, Ovenbirds, Towhee, and others. Horn Pond has a great mix of deciduous, pine, marsh, and lake habitats that attract a variety of birds including song birds, water birds, birds of prey, and more. Join us to see what we encounter. Cosponsored with the Menotomy Bird Club.

Crane Wildlife Management Area, East Falmouth
2026-06-02 08:00 - 11:00 | Falmouth – Crane WMA, 754 Nathan Ellis Highway, Falmouth, MA, 02536, United States
With CCBC leading. This unique grassland habitat is host to a rich variety of species, including Eastern Meadowlark, Grasshopper Sparrow, Bobolink, American Kestrel and possibly Blue Grosbeak. When we’re done at Crane, we can cross the road and scan Coonamessett Field for raptor activity. Those wishing to can continue on to Mass Audubon’s Ashumet Holly Wildlife Sanctuary located just minutes from Crane.

Crane Beach, Ipswich
2026-06-03 18:15 - 21:00 | Ipswich – Crane Beach, 331 Argilla Rd, Ipswich, MA, 01938, United States
Cosponsored by the ECOC. This two-mile walk in the sand is aimed at nesting Piping Plovers, Least Terns, and Bank Swallows, as well as evening singers such as Whip-poor-wills. Be prepared for mosquitoes at sunset.

Myles Standish State Forest, Carver - Evening
2026-06-03 18:30 - 21:00 | Carver – Myles Standish State Forest, 181 Cranberry Rd, Carver, MA, 02330, United States
A serene way to end the day with Prairie Warblers and Hermit Thrushes reluctantly giving way to Eastern Whip-poor-wills and, perhaps, Northern Saw-whet Owls. Target endangered breeding species: Whip-poor-will.

CANCELLED due to schedule conflict - Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge,White Pond Rd Entrance
2026-06-06 06:30 - 09:30 | Assabet River NWR – White Pond Road, White Pond Rd, Maynard, MA, United States
CANCELLED due to schedule conflict.

Assabet River NWR contains a diverse mixture of pine and hardwood forest, old fields, and wetlands. We will walk 2-3 miles on even, well-maintained trails in search of warblers, raptors, flycatchers and a variety of other migrants and residents. Can be buggy – insect repellent recommended. We will plan on making a short drive to a second parking area for a look at Assabet’s Great Blue Heron Rookery. Restrooms and/or Port-a-potties are available at both parking areas. First meeting spot is here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/PzXXcGJhnUpVtppE6

Family Bird Walk, Condon Shell, Medford
2026-06-06 07:30 - 08:30 | Medford – Condon Shell Parking, 2501 Mystic Valley Pkwy, Medford, MA, United States
Sponsored by the Medford Public Library. Join local birder Leslie Kramer of Brookline Bird Club for a family-friendly bird watching walk along the river! Our group will meet at the Condon Shell parking lot and follow the path along the river, which is ADA-accessible and stroller friendly. Note: Attendance is free but registration is required at this link (and some more info): https://medfordlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/family-bird-walk-in-collaboration-with-brookline-bird-club/

Birding Great Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
2026-06-06 07:30 - 10:00 | Wareham – Great Neck Wildlife MAS Sanctuary, 226 Great Neck Road, Wareham, MA, United States
We will walk about 2.5 miles on several of the trails through forests and fields with scenic views of Buzzards Bay and salt marshes. This walk will be cosponsored with Nasketucket Bird Club.

Mount Holyoke to the Quabbin
2026-06-06 07:30 - 15:00 | Hadley – Skinner State Park, 99 Old Mountain Rd, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
Join us for a series of short hikes as we search for Cerulean Warbler, Acadian Flycatcher, and Alder Flycatcher. Time will also be taken to enjoy the flora and fauna along the way.

Belle Isle Marsh and Vicinity
2026-06-06 08:00 - 09:30, 2026-06-20 08:00 - 09:30 | East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot, 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, 02128, United States
Led by DCR staff. We will search on foot up to one mile on flat, easy terrain, for 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.
ADA/Reasonable Accommodations ((617) 645-0358 Moneesha.dasgupta2@mass.gov).

Millis and Medfield Breeding Birds
2026-06-07 06:30 - 08:30 | Millis – Paddock Lane, 218 Causeway St, Millis, MA, 02054, United States
Trying for 50 species again this year, we’ll be walking about a mile and a half, mostly staying on pavement. Boots are not required. Ticks should not be a problem. We’ll be looking and listening for swamp breeders, including Green Heron, Brown Creeper, Northern Waterthrush, and Blue-gray Gnatcatcher. We may then stop at the Medfield State Hospital fields for grassland and successional breeding birds. We could also make additional stops in Medfield as time allows.

Martin Burns WMA, Newbury
2026-06-07 07:30 - 12:00 | Newbury – Martin Burns WMA Orchard Street Entrance, Orchard St, Newbury, MA, 01922, United States
We will walk on fairly level gravel roads for 3 miles looking for breeding birds including Field Sparrow, Indigo Bunting, and Prairie Warbler. Cosponsored with the Menotomy Bird Club. No restroom facilities.

Belle Isle Marsh Reservation (Winthrop)
2026-06-07 08:00 - 10:00, 2026-06-21 08:00 - 10:00, 2026-08-02 08:00 - 10:00 | Winthrop – Belle Isle March and Marine Ecology Park, Banks Street, Winthrop, MA, 02152, United States
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.
Pre-registration is encouraged as walk sizes are limited. Please register by emailing neill.calabro 1@mac.com.
Meeting 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.

Belle Isle Marsh & Winthrop Beach (Early Birders Series)
2026-06-07 09:00 | East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot, 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, 02128, United States
Join fellow birders in their 20s-30s as we visit Belle Isle Marsh & the nearby Winthrop/Revere area! Nestled between Orient Heights, Beachmont, and Winthrop, the salt marsh of Belle Isle is host to a wide variety of unique bird species. As we navigate the northern portion of the park, expect to see your typical songbirds & coastal birds, but also shorebirds and other migrants. There’s no other place like it! Following our time at Belle Isle, we plan to carpool to the nearby beaches at Winthrop and/or Revere for more shorebirding action! If we’re lucky, we will get to observe Piping Plovers nesting on the beaches!
Whether you’re a newcomer looking to start a new hobby or are a seasoned bird expert, birders of all experience levels in their 20s and 30s are encouraged to join! Hope to see you there!
Make sure to dress in clothes that cover your skin to avoid mosquito bites; bring water & bug spray! The mosquitos at Belle Isle can be nasty! Expect to walk approximately 3 miles on mostly level paths & beaches. Binoculars are highly recommended. If you need loaner binoculars, they are available upon request (please email the trip leader ahead of time). Port-a-potties are available at the meeting location.
This trip is specifically dedicated to those aged 20-39 years. Please do not bring children.
Plan to meet in the parking lot of Belle Isle Marsh off of Bennington St at 9 AM (1399 Bennington St, Boston, MA 02128). Meeting location coordinates: 42.39166, -70.99370.
Parking is free at this section of the park. In the event the parking lot is full, the Suffolk Downs T station down the street has parking. As we navigate Winthrop/Revere after Belle Isle, there is available parking on most streets (but pay attention to signage). We encourage carpooling and will be carpooling those who are interested.

Mt. Greylock
2026-06-11 06:00 - 15:00 | Mount Greylock Visitors Center, 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MA, 01237, United States
Greylock and October Mountain trips may be swapped for best weather on the Greylock day. If wet weather predicted for the Berkshires, contact the leader in advance for potential change. This will be an exciting trip with the occasional surprise. Mourning Warbler has always been a specialty of this trip. Enjoy the warblers and other neotropical migrants we observed during spring migration. Cosponsored by the South Shore Bird Club. This trip will end around 3 pm then reconvene for dinner and an evening trip to Post Farm Marsh, Lenox. Target endangered breeding species: Pied-billed Grebe, Common Gallinule, Blackpoll Warbler, Mourning Warbler.

October Mountain
2026-06-12 06:00 - 12:00 | Lenox – October Mountain, 380 New Lenox Rd, Lenox, MA, 01240, United States
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.

Breeding Bird Survey, Plymouth Airport
2026-06-13 05:00 - 08:00 | Plymouth Airport, 246 S Meadow Rd, Plymouth, MA, 02360, United States
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.
If inclement weather, postponed to June 20, 2026; same time.

New Member Walk at Fresh Pond, Cambridge
2026-06-13 06:30 - 08:30 | Cambridge – Fresh Pond – TD Bank, 235 Alewife Brook Pkwy, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
This walk is intended for new members! Get to know your fellow club members. Bring a friend if you like.
An easy 2-mile walk through pondside meadows and forest paths at Fresh Pond. We’ll see summer residents including breeding birds.
We 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.

Fruitlands Museum, Harvard
2026-06-13 07:00 - 10:00 | Harvard – Fruitlands Museum, 102 Prospect Hill Rd., Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
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.

Summer Solstice Saunter
2026-06-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Leader’s Choice
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.

Pine Hill Road Grassland
2026-06-13 19:30 - 21:00 | Lancaster – Pine Hill Road Grasslands, Pine Hill Road, Lancaster, MA, United States
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.

Rocky Narrows in Sherborn
2026-06-14 06:30 - 08:30 | Sherborn – Rocky Narrows (TTOR) – Forest Street Parking, 100 forest Street, Sherborn, MA, United States
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.

Bring Back Boblinks: Bobolinks at Chestnut Hill Farm, Southborough
2026-06-14 06:30 - 09:30 | Southborough – Chestnut Hill Farm (TTOR), Chestnut Hill Rd, Southborough, MA, United States
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

Bring Back Boblinks: Bobolinks at Ocean View Farm Reserve
2026-06-14 07:30 - 09:00 | Dartmouth – Ocean View Farm Reserve (DNRT), 28 Allen Neck Road, Dartmouth, MA, 02748, United States
Part of our Bring Back Boblinks conservation series.
Co-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.
Bobolinks 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.
DNRT’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.

Millennium Park
2026-06-14 08:00 - 10:00 | Boston – Millennium Park Canoe Launch, 300 Gardner Street, Boston, MA, 02132, United States
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.
Pre-registration is required as walk sizes are limited. Please register by emailing cgeorge@massaudubon.org and copying neil.calabro1@mac.com.

Plum Island
2026-06-16 07:00 - 11:00 | Parker River NWR – Lot #1, Refuge Rd., Newbury, MA, MA, 01951, United States
We will explore various locations on the Refuge in search of breeding birds. Note that entrance fee or pass is required. Restrooms available.

Ashby & Townsend
2026-06-20 07:30 - 12:00 | Townsend – Willard Brook State Forest, MA, United States
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.

Pine Hill Road Grassland
2026-06-21 06:00 - 09:00 | Lancaster – Pine Hill Road Grasslands, Pine Hill Road, Lancaster, MA, United States
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.

Halibut Point State Park, Rockport
2026-06-21 08:00 - 10:00 | Rockport – Halibut Point State Park, Halibut Point State Park, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
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

Bring Back Boblinks: Bobolinks at Farm Meadow, Lincoln
2026-06-21 08:00 - 10:00 | Lincoln – Farm Meadow, Lincoln Road, Lincoln, MA, United States
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.

Neponset River Greenway - An Urban Oasis
2026-06-21 08:30 - 11:00 | Boston – Neponset River Greenway, Mattapan to Milton (T accessible), 1674 Blue Hill Avenue, Mattapan, MA, 02126, United States
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.

Bring Back Boblinks: Bobolinks at Daniel Webster, Marshfield
2026-06-27 07:00 | Marshfield – Daniel Webster MAS Wildlife Sanctuary, 169 Winslow Cemetery Rd, Marshfield, MA, 02050, United States
Part of our Bring Back Boblinks conservation series.
Walk 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.

Bring Back Bobolinks: Norfolk Airport (New!)
2026-06-28 06:30 - 08:30 | Norfolk – Norfolk Airport – River Rd entrance, west from 60 River Rd, Norfolk, MA, United States
Adding to our Bobolink conservation series. Observe and appreciate Bobolinks in breeding habitat!
Bobolinks are nesting throughout the airport. We will walk the runways less than 2 miles walking total. This area is all grasslands, around 400 acres.

Belle Isle Marsh Reservation - Winthrop Side
2026-06-28 08:00 - 10:00 | Winthrop – Belle Isle March and Marine Ecology Park, Banks Street, Winthrop, MA, 02152, United States
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.
Preregistration 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.

Bring Back Bobolinks: Bobolink Walk at Appleton Farms Ipswich with the Grasslands Survey Team (New!)
2026-07-01 08:15 - 10:30 | Ipswich – Appleton Farms paid parking, free for TTOR members, 219 County Road, Ipswich, MA, 01938, United States
New addition to our Bring Back Bobolinks conservation series.
Rani date July 2 – check with leader in case of rain.
Join new BBC members and Trustees Grassland Birds Monitoring Project volunteers Andy and Tina Haubert on their regular survey at this well known location for breeding and nesting Bobolinks. We’ll observe field marks, song, and behavior as we walk along the survey area. Slow easy pace, flat meadow trails. Stool and binoculars helpful. Leader will have scope. Learn how easy and fun it is to help protect these beautiful birds and how you too can volunteer! A fun easy walk for all interested in this endangered species!
The location is Appleton Farm (TTOR) in Ipswich. The meeting place is the parking all the way in at the cluster of buildings in the back. Drive in the main entrance (219 County Rd, Ipswich). Once you enter, stay right and go all the way back to parking on the right side at the end of the road. This is paid parking ($6) if you aren’t a TTOR member. There is a free parking lot where Waldingfield Rd intersects with Rt 1A (County Rd) Here is a map link for the alternate parking: https://maps.app.goo.gl/DPjdK4k66ZZPvPWr7 and this is the map link for the paid parking (that is free only to TTOR members): https://maps.app.goo.gl/wnihcxEz8sxAta4WA). From the free parking, it is a 10 to 15 minute walk from the meeting spot on an easy trail. Just look for the buildings and the parking near the smaller cluster of buildings (not the bigger buildings).
There are restrooms here.

Quabbin Reservoir (was July 5)
2026-07-03 07:00 | Quabbin Reservoir – Gate 10, 235 Daniel Shays Hwy, Pelham, MA, United States
With the extreme heat conditions the leader has decided to walk Gate 10 until 9:00 am and then turn back to the cars. This section of the walk is under trees and is much more comfortable than the trip back out of the Quabbin. Back at the cars we can decide to go to Quabbin Park and/or Lake Wallace. The trip will end no later than noon.
Join Glenn on this 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.

Quabbin Reservoir (incorrect date, actual walk is July 3)
2026-07-05 07:00 | Quabbin Reservoir – Gate 10, 235 Daniel Shays Hwy, Pelham, MA, United States
Due to miscommunication, this walk was incorrectly scheduled for July 5. Please see the new and correct July 3 entry. https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/quabbin-reservoir-was-july-5/

Bring Back Boblinks: Bobolinks at Heard Farm, Wayland (New!)
2026-07-06 07:00 - 09:00 | Wayland – Heard Farm Conservation Area, 12 Heard Road, Wayland, MA, 01778, United States
New addition to our Bring Back Bobolinks conservation series.
This gem works its way into the rotations of many birders once discovered. It is managed for dog walking (no dogs on this walk please) and bobolinks, which in a good year can number 100 or more. We will be using dirt trails and boardwalks. Trails can be muddy depending on recent weather. Decent luck should bring 30 to 50 species depending migration and whether all routes are accessible, including a variety of warblers, ducks, waders and raptors.
Pull over if you can on Pelham Island Rd on the way to view the waders and ducks and maybe raptors in or near the pond on the left.

Bring Back Bobolinks: Codman Estate Farm (Was Drumlin Farm) (New!)
2026-07-07 07:00 - 10:00 | Codman Community Farms – Donelan’s parking, 145 Lincoln Rd, Lincoln, MA, 01773, United States
This walk was planned for Drumlin Farm but more Bobolinks can be seen at this nearby location so we’ve moved the walk to Codman Farms.
Adding to our Bobolink conservation series.
Join Ilija to observe and appreciate Bobolinks in breeding habitat!
Bobolinks 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.
The meeting point is at the back of Donelan’s Supermarket parking lot, 145 Lincoln Rd., Lincoln. Please park towards the back of the grocery lot, but not in the Park & Ride lot (back lot).

Bring Back Bobolinks: Codman Estate Farm (New!)
2026-07-09 07:00 - 10:00 | Codman Community Farms – Donelan’s parking, 145 Lincoln Rd, Lincoln, MA, 01773, United States
It rained heavily on Tuesday morning and sensibly no one came. We are adding this last walk to our Bobolinks series. Join Ilija to observe and appreciate Bobolinks in breeding habitat!
Bobolinks 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.
The meeting point is at the back of Donelan’s Supermarket parking lot, 145 Lincoln Rd., Lincoln. Please park towards the back of the grocery lot, but not in the Park & Ride lot (back lot).

Fruitlands Museum, Harvard
2026-07-11 07:00 - 10:00 | Harvard – Fruitlands Museum, 102 Prospect Hill Rd., Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
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.

Southwick WMA
2026-07-12 07:30 | Southwick WMA – Suffield WMA entrance, Point Grove Road, Suffield, CT, 06093, United States
We will hike the fields focusing on grassland breeders, particularly Eastern Meadowlark and Grasshopper Sparrow.

Millennium Park
2026-07-12 08:00 - 10:00 | Boston – Millennium Park Canoe Launch, 300 Gardner Street, Boston, MA, 02132, United States
Joint with Mass Audubon BNC. Join us to observe resident birds and fall 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 though there are some hills. A water bottle, water proof clothing including a hat, sunblock & insect repellent are recommended.
Pre-registration is required as walk sizes are limited. Please register by emailing cgeorge@massaudubon.org and copying neil.calabro1@mac.com. Be sure to mention it when registering if you will need loaner binoculars. There are only a few pairs available.
Meeting spot directions: 300 Gardner St, Boston, MA. Once you arrive at the park, turn left and then you will quickly see a small sign at the first left turn labelled Canoe Launch. Follow that road to the end. Meet in the parking lot nearest the canoe launch, at end of lot. There is a Google map link below
Closest MBTA bus stop is on bus #36, VA Hospital. Approximately a 20 minute walk.

Popup for Bridled Tern at Scituate Lighthouse
2026-07-16 08:00 - 10:00 | Scituate Lighthouse, 100 Lighthouse Rd, Scituate, MA, 02066, United States
We’re offering this popup trip for the Bridled Tern. We will limit the trip because of concerns about available parking and group size being too large. Please informally register by sending email to fieldtrips@brooklinebirdclub.org. If you are carpooling, please send one email for the whole car. We’ll count you as one person since parking is our biggest concern. We’ll send you a reply email Wednesday evening confirming that we have room for you. We will also use your email to send a cancellation if we think the bird has left the area.
You can go to the lighthouse pretty much anytime for a chance of seeing this bird and we encourage that too. There are likely to be other birders there to help you find it. The Bridled Tern is being seen frequently there. If you have a scope, you may spot it further off and possibly drive to a better vantage point. This is not a hard bird to see if you are patient and it hasn’t left. We don’t know how long it will be around.
If you have a scope or a telephoto camera, we encourage you to bring it.
The meeting spot is the Scituate lighthouse parking lot. The attached google map has a point you can use for directions. You can just enter Scituate Lighthouse in your favorite navigation app and it should be fine.
It is a pretty good spot for limited mobility. It depends on where the bird is. There’s a good chance it can be seen from flat paved ground reachable from the paved parking lot with a couple of handicapped spots. Sometimes it requires walking some short distance on a beach to see it though. Not perfect, but limited mobility persons are welcome.

Half-Day Seabirding and Whale Watching, 7-Seas, Gloucester
2026-07-17 07:45 - 12:30 | Gloucester – 7 Seas Whale Watch, 63 Rogers Street, 7 Seas Wharf, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
The BBC has reserved a limited block of discounted group tickets on these public tours. These tours are open to all.
Register online at https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=329 Registration opens June 19.
Additional info at the company site: https://www.7seaswhalewatch.com/
For registration, use our site. If you have registration problems, contact us at fieldtrips@brooklinebirdclub.org.

An Oasis for Birds at Belle Isle Marsh
2026-07-18 08:00 - 09:30 | East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot, 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, 02128, United States
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.

CANCELLED - Birding Sketch Crawl – Summer Series - CANCELLED
2026-07-18 08:00 - 12:00 | Leader’s Choice
Cancelled due to scheduling conflict.

Birch Hill WMA
2026-07-19 07:00 | Royalston – Birch Hill WMA, Royalston, MA, United States
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.

Halibut Point State Park, Rockport
2026-07-19 08:00 - 10:00 | Rockport – Halibut Point State Park, Halibut Point State Park, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Beginners encouraged. A two-hour walk over easy to moderate trails in search of seasonal specialties. Chance of seeing nesting Green Herons. Boots advisable. Co-sponsored by DCR.

Great Meadows NWR, Concord
2026-07-23 07:00 - 10:00 | Concord – Great Meadows, Concord Unit, Entrance Rd, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
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.

Arnold Arboretum, Bussey Hill & Peter’s Hill (Early Birders Series)
2026-07-25 07:45 | Arnold Arboretum – South St Gate, 395 South St, Boston, MA, 02130, United States
Join fellow birders in their 20s-30s as we visit Arnold Arboretum! Located in the Forest Hills neighborhood of Boston, Arnold Arboretum is a 281-acre public preserve home to an extensive collection of flora from across the globe. As we navigate through the park’s hills and gardens, expect to see summer songbird residents. We have no set path for this trip and will follow our eyes and ears to find the birdiest spots in the park.
Whether you’re a newcomer looking to start a new hobby or are a seasoned bird expert, birders of all experience levels in their 20s and 30s are encouraged to join! Let’s connect through our mutual appreciation for birds and the environment! Hope to see you there!
Dress for the weather conditions! Expect to walk on mostly gravel paths through hills. We will start our walk at South Street Gate and visit Bussey Hill and Peter’s Hill. Bring binoculars if you have them; loaners are available on request (please email the trip leader ahead of time).
This trip is specifically dedicated to those in their 20s and 30s. Please do not bring children.
Plan to meet at South Street Gate (across the street from Bussey Brook Meadow). Meeting location coordinates: 42.29778, -71.12080.
Free parking is available along the Arborway, Flora Way, and Walter Street.
Arnold Arboretum is accessible via the T’s Orange Line (Forest Hills) and various bus routes. See the MBTA’s bus map for bus routes. Once you arrive at Forest Hills, enter at the Washington Street gate. Please see the park map for more detail: https://arboretum.harvard.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Arnold-Arboretum-Map_12.2024-2.pdf
Please feel free to contact the trip leader if you have any issues finding the meeting location! (or any other concerns)

Charles River Esplanade
2026-07-25 09:00 - 10:30 | Boston – Charles River Esplanade – Centennial Fountain at River’s Edge, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
Come join for a relaxing guided bird walk along the Charles River Esplanade, open to birders of all experience levels! We will be walking for about 1 mile and identifying birds on land and water along the way.
Meet on the path by the river near the Centennial Fountain. From Back Bay, cross the Dartmouth St pedestrian bridge and walk left along the lagoon to the foot bridge that crosses to the outer side, then right to where you are parallel to the fountain and look for people with binoculars. From Charles MBTA stop, walk along the river past the Hatch Shell and crossing a footbridge to the outermost path by the river continue till you see the fountain.

Belle Isle Marsh Reservation (Winthrop side)
2026-07-26 08:00 - 10:00 | Winthrop – Belle Isle March and Marine Ecology Park, Banks Street, Winthrop, MA, 02152, United States
Join us to observe resident birds and fall 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, water proof clothing including a hat, sunblock & insect repellent are recommended.
This free walk is conducted jointly with Mass. Audubon Boston Nature Center and preregistration is required as walk sizes are limited. Please register by emailing neil.calabro1@mac.com. Be sure to mention it when registering if you will need loaner binoculars. There are only a few pairs available.
Meeting spot: RPM Fitness lot, 120 Banks St. Winthrop. 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.
Public transit: Nearest MBTA stop is Blue Line Orient Heights. It’s a 32 minute walk.

Shorebirds & More at Parker River NWR
2026-07-28 07:30 - 11:00 | Parker River NWR – Lot #1, Refuge Rd., Newbury, MA, MA, 01951, United States
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.

Members Webinar: Introduction to the New England Shorebird Guide
2026-07-30 19:00 - 20:30
For over 50 years, Soheil Zendeh has been monitoring shorebirds populations in Massachusetts and elsewhere. Over the past 35 years there have been drastic drops in most shorebird populations, particularly long distance migratory birds from the Arctic. He is the author of New England Shorebird Guide, a web-based field guide for New England shorebirders focused on helping introductory to medium level observers. His field guide is hosted on the Bird Observer website.
This webinar will discuss data from past years compared to current numbers, and talk about the difficulties of monitoring these birds considering their far-flung trajectories – nesting in the arctic, migrating through coastal and inland wetlands, wintering in Central and South America. It will also discuss the difficulties of keeping up with shorebird plumage changes through the seasons. The goal of this webinar is to help build a constituency for these birds in order to enhance conservation measures for the ones that need help.
For more information and to register.

An Oasis for Birds at Belle Isle Marsh
2026-08-01 08:00 - 09:30, 2026-08-15 08:00 - 09:30 | East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot, 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, 02128, United States
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.

Mount Auburn in Summer
2026-08-01 08:10 - 10:15 | Mount Auburn Cemetery, 536 Mt Auburn St, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
Mt. Auburn Cemetery is most heavily visited during migration season, but birding there in the summer allows you to see the large number of vibrant breeding birds without the crowds. Expect to see herons, vireos, flycatchers, and raptors, which may include some Great Horned Owls if we are lucky. Birders and nature-lovers of all skill levels are welcome. The walk will be about a mile in the summer heat with some elevation, so bring sun protection, water, appropriate footwear, and binoculars.
Meet: Outside Story Chapel (580 Mt. Auburn St), which is the red sandstone building that looks like a chapel near the cemetery entrance (inside the cemetery).
The Cemetery gates open fairly promptly at 8am and you can usually park on Lawn Ave. where it circles the Asa Gray Garden. That is very near the meeting spot. Parking is allowed on any road that doesn’t have a green center line. Park completely on asphalt, not touching the grass.
Public transportation and bicycling are fine ways to reach the cemetery. There are racks for your bikes inside the gates. https://www.mbta.com/trip-planner is an easy way to find a route on the T and the trip planner can give you a route that takes into account weekend schedules and temporarily closed train lines.

Forest Beach Conservation Area
2026-08-05 08:00 | Chatham – Forest Beach, 375-331 Forest Beach Rd, South Chatham, MA, United States
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)

Squantum - Quincy
2026-08-08 06:00 | Quincy – Squantum – Moswetuset Hummock, Quincy, MA, 02171, United States
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.

Parker River Marsh Cruise
2026-08-08 06:45 - 09:45 | Newburyport – Yankee Clipper Tours, Waterfront Promenade Park, 36 Merrimac Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
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.
Group discount tickets are available by registering at https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=325 Seating is limited. Confirmation and additional information will be provided to registrants.
Additional info at the company website: https://www.harbortours.com/
For registration, use our site. If you have registration problems, contact us at fieldtrips@brooklinebirdclub.org.

Millennium Park
2026-08-09 08:00 - 10:00 | Boston – Millennium Park Canoe Launch, 300 Gardner Street, Boston, MA, 02132, United States
Joint with Mass Audubon BNC. Join us to observe resident birds and fall 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 though there are some hills. A water bottle, water proof clothing including a hat, sunblock & insect repellent are recommended.
Pre-registration is required as walk sizes are limited. Please register by emailing neil.calabro1@mac.com.
Meeting spot directions: 300 Gardner St, Boston, MA. Once you arrive at the park, turn left and then you will quickly see a small sign at the first left turn labelled Canoe Launch. Follow that road to the end. Meet in the parking lot nearest the canoe launch, at end of lot. There is a Google map link below
Closest MBTA bus stop is on bus #36., VA Hospital. Approximately a 20 minute walk.

Shorebirds at Winthrop Beach with Soheil Zendeh
2026-08-11 09:00 | Winthrop – DCR Winthrop Beach Reservation – Sturgis St, 59 Winthrop Shore Drive, Winthrop, MA, United States
We are happy to offer this shorebirding field trip at Winthrop Beach led by Soheil Zendeh.
Shorebirding beginners welcome.
We meet at the corner of Winthrop Shore Drive and Sturgis St in Winthrop. A scope will probably be useful if you have one. Definitely bring binoculars. Meeting at 9 am, timed with the tide.
Soheil is giving a webinar for the club on For over 50 years, Soheil Zendeh has been monitoring shorebirds populations in Massachusetts and elsewhere. Over the past 35 years there have been drastic drops in most shorebird populations, particularly long distance migratory birds from the Arctic. He is the author of New England Shorebird Guide, a web-based field guide for New England shorebirders focused on helping introductory to medium level observers. His field guide is hosted on the Bird Observer website.
Any questions? Please contact fieldtrips@brooklinebirdclub.org.

Essex River Marsh Cruise
2026-08-11 16:30 - 19:00 | Essex – Essex River Marsh Cruise, 35 Dodge St, Essex, MA, 01929, United States
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 at https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=328 Registration opens June 19. Seating is limited. Confirmation and additional information will be provided to registrants.
Additional info at the company website: https://www.essexcruises.com/
For registration, use our site. If you have registration problems, contact us at fieldtrips@brooklinebirdclub.org.

Webinar: How do you protect the invisible? Conservation challenges and opportunities for Marine Birds
2026-08-13 19:00 - 20:30
For most people, seabirds are out of sight and out of mind, while seabird populations have dropped a staggering 70 percent globally over the past 60 years due to factors such as invasive species, unsustainable fisheries, and marine trash This talk will reintroduce seabirds, their conservation challenges, and the ways in which they are critical to ecosystems from coral reefs to mountain tops.
This webinar is open to all. Please use this link to register for this event on Zoom.

Halibut Point State Park, Rockport
2026-08-16 08:00 - 10:00, 2026-09-20 08:00 - 10:00 | Rockport – Halibut Point State Park, Halibut Point State Park, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Beginners encouraged. A two-hour walk over easy to moderate trails in search of seasonal specialties. Boots advisable. Co-sponsored by DCR.

Parker River Marsh Cruise
2026-08-19 16:30 - 19:30 | Newburyport – Yankee Clipper Tours, Waterfront Promenade Park, 36 Merrimac Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
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.
Group discount tickets are available by registering at https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=326 Registration opens June 19. Seating is limited. Confirmation and additional information will be provided to registrants.
Additional info at the company website: https://www.harbortours.com/
For registration, use our site. If you have registration problems, contact us at fieldtrips@brooklinebirdclub.org.

Great Meadows NWR, Concord
2026-08-20 17:45 - 19:45 | Concord – Great Meadows, Concord Unit, Entrance Rd, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
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.

Early migrants at Drumlin Farm and Van Leer Swamp
2026-08-21 07:30 - 10:00 | Lincoln – Drumlin Farm, 208 S Great Rd, Lincoln, MA, 01773, United States
Join us for a late summer bird walk at Drumlin Farm and Van Leer Swamp, two hotspots in Lincoln where early spring migrants often show up. We expect to see Killdeers, Indigo Buntings, several species of raptors, and hopefully a variety of early migrant Warblers. If we are lucky, we might find a Waterthrush at Van Leer or the Blue-winged Warbler that we suspect bred for the first time here at Drumlin. Birders and nature-lovers of all skill levels are welcome. The walk will be at least 1.5 miles in the summer heat with some elevation, so bring sun protection, water, appropriate footwear, and binoculars.

Shorebirds, Herons, Swallows, & More at Parker River NWR
2026-08-21 17:30 - 20:00 | Parker River NWR – Lot #4, Newbury, MA, 01950, United States
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.

Hydrographer Canyon Overnight Pelagic (Trip #1)
2026-08-22 - 2026-08-23 | Hyannis – Pelagic – Helen H, 137 Pleasant St, Hyannis, MA, 02601, United States
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:
https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/bbc-news/hydrographer-canyon-overnight-pelagics-registration/

Delaney WMA, Stow
2026-08-22 07:00, 2026-09-20 07:00 | Stow – Delaney WMA Boat Launch, 353 Harvard Road, Stow, MA, 01775, United States
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.

Shore Birding around Boston
2026-08-22 07:30 - 12:00 | East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot, 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, 02128, United States
Stops may include Belle Isle Marsh, The Key, Revere Beach, and Winthrop. Please be prepared for mosquitoes at our first two stops.

Charles River Esplanade (Early Birders Series)
2026-08-22 18:30 | Boston – Charles River Esplanade (Edwin Upton Curtis Memorial meeting spot), Boston, MA, United States
Join fellow birders in their 20s-30s as we visit the Charles River Esplanade for an evening bird walk! Located in the heart of Boston, the Esplanade is a 64-acre park along the south side of the Charles River. While serving as one of Boston’s staple common areas, it is also a good spot to observe resident bird species of Massachusetts in an urban and welcoming environment.
Whether you’re a newcomer looking to start a new hobby or are a seasoned bird expert, birders of all experience levels in their 20s and 30s are encouraged to join us for a casual evening of birdwatching!
Dress for the weather conditions; bring water! While the trip will start around 6:30pm, it may still be hot out! Expect to walk approximately 3 miles on mostly paved/level paths until sundown. Bring binoculars if you have them; loaners are available on request (please email the trip leader ahead of time).
This trip is specifically dedicated to those aged 20-39 years. Please do not bring children.
Plan to meet at the Edwin Upton Curtis Memorial next to the Hatch Memorial Shell. Parking is difficult around here and it is strongly recommended that you arrive via public transportation. Meeting location coordinates: 42.35726, -71.07426
Take the T to Charles/MGH red line stop and take the Frances Appleton Bridge to the Esplanade. Walk down the esplanade path to the entrance of the lagoon next to the theater.
If you have any questions, reach out to the trip leader!

Hydrographer Canyon Overnight Pelagic (Trip #2)
2026-08-24 - 2026-08-25 | Hyannis – Pelagic – Helen H, 137 Pleasant St, Hyannis, MA, 02601, United States

Parker River Marsh Cruise
2026-08-24 07:30 - 10:30 | Newburyport – Yankee Clipper Tours, Waterfront Promenade Park, 36 Merrimac Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
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.
Group discount tickets are available by registering at https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=327 Registration opens June 19. Seating is limited. Confirmation and additional information will be provided to registrants.
Additional info at the company website: https://www.harbortours.com/
For registration, use our site. If you have registration problems, contact us at fieldtrips@brooklinebirdclub.org.

Pop-up Trip: Crane WMA, Falmouth, and Swallow-tailed Kites!
2026-08-26 08:00 | Falmouth – Crane WMA, 754 Nathan Ellis Highway, Falmouth, MA, 02536, United States
Pop-up trip to look for the Swallow-tailed Kites that have bred this year near Mashpee. We’ll start with a walk at Crane WMA to look for grassland birds, then head over to the location nearby where the kites are being seen. Contact trip leader (leaving from Newton around 6.30am) for possible carpooling, or else meet at Crane WMA, 8am.

There is normally a porta-potty at the softball field. There may be one at the aero club but that one may be locked. There are a McDonalds and a Dunkin coming south on 28, one of which that may work for you as a rest stop.

Half-Day Seabirding and Whale Watching
2026-08-27 13:30 - 18:00 | Plymouth – Captain John’s Whale Watching Tour Company, 10 Town Wharf, Plymouth, MA, 02360, United States
The BBC has reserved a limited block of discounted group tickets on these public tours. These tours are open to all.
Register online at https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=330 Registration opens June 19. Co-sponsored with the South Shore Bird club.
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. Additional info at the compay site: https://www.captjohn.com/
For registration, use our site. If you have registration problems, contact us at fieldtrips@brooklinebirdclub.org.

Nighthawk Watch at Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge
2026-08-29 17:30 - 19:45 | Harvard – Oxbow NWR, Tank Rd, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
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.

Belle Isle Marsh Reservation (Winthrop side)
2026-08-30 08:00 - 10:00 | Winthrop – Belle Isle March and Marine Ecology Park, Banks Street, Winthrop, MA, 02152, United States
Join us to observe resident birds and fall 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, water proof clothing including a hat, sunblock & insect repellent are recommended.
This free walk is conducted jointly with Mass. Audubon Boston Nature Center and preregistration is required as walk sizes are limited. Please register by emailing copying neil.calabro1@mac.com.
Meeting spot: RPM Fitness lot, 120 Banks St. Winthrop. 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.
Public transit: Nearest MBTA stop is Blue Line Orient Heights. It’s a 32 minute walk.

Plum Island
2026-08-30 09:00 | Newburyport – Courthouse, 188 State Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Beginners and those with limited mobility welcome. There is an entrance fee for Parker River NWR.

Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary, Marshfield
2026-09-05 07:00 | Marshfield – Daniel Webster MAS Wildlife Sanctuary, 169 Winslow Cemetery Rd, Marshfield, MA, 02050, United States
Co-sponsored with the South Shore Bird Club.

An Oasis for Birds at Belle Isle Marsh
2026-09-05 08:00 - 09:30, 2026-09-19 08:00 - 09:30 | East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot, 1399 Bennington Street, Boston, MA, 02128, United States
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.

Mt Auburn Cemetery
2026-09-06 08:10 - 10:15, 2026-09-20 08:10 - 10:15 | Mount Auburn Cemetery, 536 Mt Auburn St, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
Join us to observe resident birds and fall 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 though there are some hills. A water bottle, water proof clothing including a hat, sunblock & insect repellent are recommended.
Pre-registration is encouraged as walk sizes are limited. Please register by emailing neil.calabro 1@mac.com.
Enter from Mt. Auburn St. Meet in front of the Story Chapel on Central Ave, across from the Asa Gray Garden (Lawn Ave circle). Gates open fairly promptly at 8am for pedestrians, bicycles, and cars. Bicycle parking is available just inside the gates but no bicycles riding is allowed in the cemetery.

Fruitlands Museum, Harvard
2026-09-12 07:00 - 09:30 | Harvard – Fruitlands Museum, 102 Prospect Hill Rd., Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
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.

Cold Spring Park, Newton
2026-09-12 08:00 - 09:30 | Newton – Cold Spring Park, 1200 Beacon St, Newton, MA, 02468, United States
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.

Mass. Audubon Boston Nature Center
2026-09-13 08:00 - 10:00 | Mattapan – MAS Boston Nature Center, 500 Walk Hill St, Mattapan, MA, 02126, United States
Join us to observe resident birds and fall migrants in a unique urban habitat that attracts many uncommon and rare species. Birders of all levels will enjoy this walk. The trails are (generally) flat and easy to walk, though there are some rough patches. A water bottle, sunblock, insect repellent, and waterproof clothing including a hat are recommended.
The walk is free but preregistration is required. Please preregister by emailing neil.calabro1@mac.com. Be sure to mention it when registering if you will need loaner binoculars. There are only a few pairs available.
500 Walk Hill St, Mattapan, MA. Follow the long winding road to BNC headquarters. Meet by the front door of the headquarters. Park in the lot.
Closest MBTA bus stops are Rt. 31, Morton Street at Courtland Road, and Rt. 32, Hyde Park Avenue and Florian Street. Both bus stops require a 1 mile walk.Closest MBTA bus stops are Rt. 31, Morton Street at Courtland Road, and Rt. 32, Hyde Park Avenue and Florian Street. Both bus stops require a 1 mile walk.

CANCELLED Plum Island
2026-09-13 08:00 - 12:00 | Parker River NWR – Lot #1, Refuge Rd., Newbury, MA, MA, 01951, United States
Cancelled due to availability of the leader.

Plum Island
2026-09-15 07:00 - 11:00 | Parker River NWR – Lot #1, Refuge Rd., Newbury, MA, MA, 01951, United States
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.

Great Meadows NWR, Concord
2026-09-15 07:30 - 10:30 | Concord – Great Meadows, Concord Unit, Entrance Rd, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
We will walk easy trails looking for birds. This is a good time for raptors. Beginners welcome. Note that entrance fee or pass is required.

Charles River Esplanade
2026-09-16 07:00 - 08:30 | Boston – Charles River Esplanade, MA, United States
We will walk along the Charles River Esplanade from the Longfellow Bridge upriver looking for birds on both land and water. We hope to see a range of fall migrants as well as year round residents. Cosponsored with the Charles River Esplanade Association. Loaner binoculars available (request in advance). Preregister on the Esplanade Association’s website: https://events.humanitix.com/bird2026. Meeting place and other details provided upon registration.

Family Bird Walk, Condon Shell, Medford
2026-09-19 07:30 - 08:30 | Medford – Condon Shell Parking, 2501 Mystic Valley Pkwy, Medford, MA, United States
Sponsored by the Medford Public Library. Join local birder Leslie Kramer of Brookline Bird Club for a family-friendly bird watching walk along the river! Our group will meet at the Condon Shell parking lot and follow the path along the river, which is ADA-accessible and stroller friendly. Note: Attendance is free but registration is required at this link (and some more info): https://medfordlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/family-bird-walk-in-collaboration-with-brookline-bird-club-2/

Mystic River Reservation (Early Birders Series)
2026-09-19 08:00 | Medford – Mystic River State Reservation, 4253 Mystic Valley Pkwy, Medford, MA, United States
Join fellow birders in their 20s-30s as we visit Mystic River State Reservation! Located just north of Boston in Medford, Mystic River Reservation is a state nature reserve home to over 300 acres of space in a riverfront setting. As we navigate our way around the 2.3 mile park loop trail, expect to see all kinds of songbirds, sparrows, and hawks. If you have any questions, reach out to the trip leader!
Whether you’re a newcomer looking to start a new hobby or are a seasoned bird expert, birders of all experience levels in their 20s and 30s are encouraged to join! Let’s connect through our mutual appreciation for birds and the environment! Hope to see you there!
Dress for the weather conditions; bring water! Expect to walk approximately 2-3 miles on mostly paved/level paths. We will start in the parking lot and make our way counter-clockwise around the park back to where we started. Bring binoculars if you have them; loaners are available on request (please email the trip leader ahead of time). Please be aware/respectful of cyclists that use the park.
This trip is specifically dedicated to those aged 20-39 years. Please do not bring children.
Plan to meet at the parking lot adjacent to the police station at the northern portion of the park (along Rt. 16). Meeting location coordinates: 42.40421, -71.08530.
Free public parking is available at the meeting area (preferred) and at the boat house on the other side of the river.
If you are coming from Boston, take the Orange Line to the Wellington T stop and walk about 0.5 miles to get to the meeting location (cross the elevated walkway and pass the police station to get to the parking lot). If you are coming from the north, you can take a 100, 108, or 134 bus to the Fellsway @ Middlesex Ave – Wellington Circle bus stop and cross the intersection. Otherwise the Orange Line from Malden Center (numerous transit connections) is your best bet.
If you have any questions, reach out to the trip leader!

Autumnal Equinox Walk
2026-09-19 08:00 - 17:00 | Leader’s Choice
Celebrate the beginning of the Fall season by birding favorite patches, locally and beyond.
