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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T060000
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UID:10001737-1718517600-1718539200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:October Mountain
DESCRIPTION: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. Co-sponsored by the South Shore Bird Club. Target endangered breeding species: American Bittern\, Mourning Warbler.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/october-mountain-2/
LOCATION:Lenox – October Mountain\, 380 New Lenox Rd\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation Series,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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T100000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141219
CREATED:20240311T231004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240616T183237Z
UID:10001738-1718524800-1718532000@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. 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-15/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T090000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141219
CREATED:20240311T231004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T231004Z
UID:10001739-1719036000-1719046800@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-7/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141219
CREATED:20240311T231005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T231005Z
UID:10001740-1719041400-1719057600@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-2/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Forbes":MAILTO:jason@brewsterslinnet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141219
CREATED:20240401T193118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T193444Z
UID:10001750-1719043200-1719075600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Walk
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the beginning of summer by birding favorite patches\, locally and beyond.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/summer-solstice-walk-2/
LOCATION:Leader’s Choice
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Laura de la Flor":MAILTO:anhinga3@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240630T235959
DTSTAMP:20260525T141219
CREATED:20240314T130111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T170116Z
UID:10001743-1719100800-1719791999@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:27th Annual Trip to the Rangeley Lakes Region\, Maine
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 7 day exploration of the mountains and lakes of western Maine!  As always\, this trip will concentrate on Maine’s boreal specialties including Spruce Grouse\, Black-backed Woodpecker\, Olive-sided and Yellow-bellied Flycatchers\, Philadelphia Vireo\, Gray Jay\, Boreal Chickadee\, Bicknell’s Thrush and 20+ species of warbler.  Time will also be taken to observe and enjoy the flora and fauna along the way.  Participants can expect to do some moderate hiking and optional canoeing. Limited participation.  *Please contact leader for additional information and reservations at least one month in advance.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/26th-annual-trip-to-the-rangeley-lakes-region-maine-3/
LOCATION:Maine – Rangeley Lakes\, 2459 Main St\, Rangeley\, ME\, 04970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Eddie Giles":MAILTO:emgiles62@comcast.net
GEO:44.9642249;-70.6434228
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Maine – Rangeley Lakes 2459 Main St Rangeley ME 04970 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2459 Main St:geo:-70.6434228,44.9642249
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T100000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141219
CREATED:20240616T113420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240616T113420Z
UID:10001768-1719129600-1719136800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY: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/
LOCATION:Lincoln – Farm Meadow\, Lincoln Road\, Lincoln\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240702
DTSTAMP:20260525T141219
CREATED:20240314T130111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240615T010135Z
UID:10001744-1719532800-1719878399@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Downeast Maine Puffin and Warblers trip
DESCRIPTION:Join us on our annual trip to Machias area in Downeast Maine to see Atlantic Puffins\, Razorbills\, Common Murres\, and Arctic Terns. We also tour beautiful coastlands and boreal forests in search of nesting warblers and other species. We explore the blueberry barrens \, and coastal wetlands for other species such as Sandhill Crane\, Black Terns\, Nelson’s Sparrow\, Upland Sandpiper\, and potential rarities.\nNOTE ON LIMITED MOBILITY: We don’t have any technical or rugged hiking\, however we are on our feet a lot looking for boreal species\, which can add up to several miles of walking per day. The boat landing on Machias can be slippery and treacherous\, but participants can safely stay on the boat and still encounter all the breeding birds at close range if they are concerned about the landing. \nThis trip is limited to 15 participants. The boat trip fee will be $295.00 for BBC members. Details sent in response to inquiries. Please contact Deborah to inquire about availability or being added to the wait list.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/downeast-maine-puffin-and-warblers-trip-2/
LOCATION:Maine – Machias Region\, Machias\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Limited Mobility,Whale and Seabird Watching
ORGANIZER;CN="Deborah Mauer":MAILTO:arcticwarbler1@gmail.com
GEO:44.7150789;-67.461376
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T073000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141219
CREATED:20240520T184543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T190014Z
UID:10001756-1719646200-1719646200@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Millennium Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us to observe resident birds and spring migrants in a unique urban habitat that hosts many bird species and is an excellent location for finding rarities. A BNC naturalist will help us find and identify birds through field marks\, sounds\, and behaviors. The walk is suitable for all levels of birders (novice to advanced). The trails are mostly flat and easy to walk and we may walk about 1.5 miles. Millennium usually has water & portapotties near the athletic fields. Participants should wear waterproof footwear and bring sunblock\, insect repellent\, water\, and hats. \nThe walk is free but all participants must pre-register by emailing cgeorge@massaudubon.org and copying neil.calabro1@icloud.com.  Please note that participants must be at least 13 years of age and outings are limited to 30 people. \n 
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/millennium-park-6/
LOCATION:West Roxbury – Millennium Park\, 300 Gardner Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Neil Calabro":MAILTO:neil.calabro1@mac.com
GEO:42.280474966925;-71.184791195126
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=West Roxbury – Millennium Park 300 Gardner Street Boston MA 02132 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 Gardner Street:geo:-71.184791195126,42.280474966925
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T090000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141219
CREATED:20240614T203652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T205601Z
UID:10001766-1720247400-1720256400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Early Morning at Lynnfield Marsh
DESCRIPTION:Approximately 1.5 mile walk along an old railbed and through forest to the marsh edge in search of American and Least Bittern\, and other wetland species such as Virginia Rail\, Sora\, Marsh Wren\, raptors\, herons\, egrets\, and blackbirds. If time permits we may also walk the Partridge Island trail nearby. All skill levels welcome. Terrain can be uneven and muddy with overgrowth on trail. Insect repellents a must for ticks and mosquitos. No restrooms. Rain cancels.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/early-morning-at-lynnfield-marsh/
LOCATION:Lynnfield Marsh\, 127 Summer Street\, Lynnfield\, MA\, 01940\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Conservation Series,Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Tillinghast":MAILTO:marilyntillinghast@gmail.com
GEO:42.5368638;-71.04531
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lynnfield Marsh 127 Summer Street Lynnfield MA 01940 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=127 Summer Street:geo:-71.04531,42.5368638
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T070000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141219
CREATED:20240614T203652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T204029Z
UID:10001767-1720249200-1720249200@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-2/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T080000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141219
CREATED:20240616T121342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T174927Z
UID:10001769-1720252800-1720252800@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Belle Isle Marsh Reservation & Vicinity
DESCRIPTION:Led by DCR staff. We will search on foot up to one mile\, on flat\, easy terrain for osprey\, large groups of egrets\, migrating shorebirds\, meadow and grassland breeders. This is a traveling program by car or bike. Prepare for mosquitoes and ticks. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities available upon request. Ages: Adults and kids 8+ with adult chaperone.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/belle-isle-marsh-reservation-vicinity-11/
LOCATION:East Boston – Belle Isle Parking Lot\, 1399 Bennington Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding Boston,Field Trip
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240707T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240707T103000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141219
CREATED:20240616T121342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240616T121448Z
UID:10001770-1720337400-1720348200@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/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141219
CREATED:20240616T121342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240616T121342Z
UID:10001771-1720461600-1720470600@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Crane WMA Evening Walk
DESCRIPTION:This unique grassland habitat is host to a rich variety of species\, including Eastern Meadowlark\, Grasshopper Sparrow\, Bobolink\, American Kestrel\, and possibly Blue Grosbeak. We will focus on observing the meadowlarks and Grasshopper Sparrows for signs of breeding; especially carrying food and recent fledglings.  We will finish up with listening for Eastern Whip-poor-wills call in the surrounding pine barrens after sunset.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/crane-wma-evening-walk/
LOCATION:Falmouth – Crane WMA\, 754 Nathan Ellis Highway\, Falmouth\, MA\, 02536\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding 101,Birding Boston,Conservation Series,Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Bryant":MAILTO:five_loons@yahoo.com
GEO:41.6319257;-70.5609817
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Falmouth – Crane WMA 754 Nathan Ellis Highway Falmouth MA 02536 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=754 Nathan Ellis Highway:geo:-70.5609817,41.6319257
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T103000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141219
CREATED:20240616T122147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T175342Z
UID:10001772-1720602000-1720607400@www.brooklinebirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Slow Birding Revere Beach
DESCRIPTION:Led by DCR Park Staff. Come observe the beautiful details of birds and their behaviors and share observations with others in the group. Pose questions and memories that observations elicit. Birds we expect to see include Piping Plover\, Manx Shearwater\, Common Tern and resident gulls. Ages: adults and children 8 years + with an adult chaperone.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/slow-birding-revere-beach-4/
LOCATION:Revere Beach\, 21 Revere Beach Blvd\, Revere\, MA\, 02151\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew Nash":MAILTO:Matthew.Nash@mass.gov
GEO:42.4033536;-70.9907478
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Revere Beach 21 Revere Beach Blvd Revere MA 02151 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=21 Revere Beach Blvd:geo:-70.9907478,42.4033536
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