Unless otherwise stated, BBC field trips and webinars are open to all participants and are free to attend. Most field trips do not need preregistration though all webinars do. While you do not need to be a club member to attend, we hope you will join us. See the Field Trip FAQ for answers to general questions. Contact leaders for more details about specific trips.
Week of Field Trips / Events
Sunday, March 24, 2024
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March 24, 2024 -Blue Hills
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March 24, 2024 -Blue Hills Woodcock Walk in Fowl Meadow
Blue Hills
This trip consists of several short (1-mile) hikes (the first is rather steep) to look for Turkey Vultures, Pileated Woodpeckers, Eastern Bluebirds, and early-arriving Eastern Phoebes and Pine Warblers.
Blue Hills Woodcock Walk in Fowl Meadow
We are usually successful in seeing the Woodcock's mating flight, and on one occasion saw its mating display. We will hike 1 mile on a flat trail that may be wet.
Monday, March 25, 2024
No events on this day.
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
No events on this day.
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
No events on this day.
Thursday, March 28, 2024
No events on this day.
Friday, March 29, 2024
No events on this day.
Saturday, March 30, 2024
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March 30, 2024 -Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, Concord
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March 30, 2024 -Franklin Park – Scarboro Pond
Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, Concord
We will look for early migrants, waterfowl, and waders. Due to recent flooding, tall, waterproof boots are needed for this walk. Water is 6-8" in some places. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required.
Franklin Park – Scarboro Pond
We will look for early spring migrants in Franklin Park. Beginners welcome and encouraged. Expect to walk up to 2 miles on paved paths. Loaner binoculars available. Co-sponsored with the Franklin Park Coalition and Franklin Park Tennis Association.
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Please note, we follow all policies of field trip location property owners and co-sponsoring organizations. Some participants may choose to wear a face mask for health purposes. We support their right to do so.
We hope to see you out birding soon!
field trip / event categories
Birding 101 | Birding Boston | Conservation Series | Family Friendly | Limited Mobility | Pelagic | Meeting | Public Transportation