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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T163000
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SUMMARY:Essex River Marsh 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 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. \nAdditional info at the company website: https://www.essexcruises.com/ \nFor registration\, use our site. If you have registration problems\, contact us at fieldtrips@brooklinebirdclub.org.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/essex-river-march-cruise/
LOCATION:Essex – Essex River Marsh Cruise\, 35 Dodge St\, Essex\, MA\, 01929\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Tillinghast":MAILTO:marilyntillinghast@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T203000
DTSTAMP:20260726T142104Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: How do you protect the invisible? Conservation challenges and opportunities for Marine Birds
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis webinar is open to all. Please use this link to register for this event on Zoom.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/a-forgotten-kinship-a-pelagic-bird-webinar/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T093000
DTSTAMP:20260614T161709Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T100000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T163000
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SUMMARY:Parker River Marsh 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 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. \nAdditional info at the company website: https://www.harbortours.com/ \nFor registration\, use our site. If you have registration problems\, contact us at fieldtrips@brooklinebirdclub.org.
URL:https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/tripevent/parker-river-march-cruise-2/
LOCATION:Newburyport – Yankee Clipper Tours\, Waterfront Promenade Park\, 36 Merrimac Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Tillinghast":MAILTO:marilyntillinghast@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T174500
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T200000
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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
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