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.
Halibut Point State Park, Rockport
Rockport - Halibut Point State Park Halibut Point State Park, RockportMilton Landing & Neponset River Greenway
Boston - Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway 88 Wharf Street, MiltonWeek of Field Trips / Events
Vernal Equinox Walk. Leader’s Choice
The trip leader will monitor recent sightings prior to meeting and select the birdiest spots. Contact leader for details. Call or e-mail no later than 7 PM on March 20.
Sunday, March 16, 2025
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March 16, 2025 -Arlington Reservoir
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March 16, 2025 -Halibut Point State Park, Rockport
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March 16, 2025 -Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway
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March 16, 2025 -Woodcocks at Alewife
Arlington Reservoir
Visit Arlington Reservoir and the adjacent Lexington Community Farm to search for late winter lingerers and early migrants. Cosponsored with Menotomy Bird club.
Halibut Point State Park, Rockport
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.
Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway
Enjoy an approximately 2-mile walk along the Neponset River Greenway bike path from Milton to Dorchester. We will start at Milton's Landing to see some waterfowl and gulls. Then we will walk along the Neponset River Greenway. Beginners as well as more experienced birders are welcome. Limited mobility welcome but snow or ice may be
Woodcocks at Alewife
We will search the northwest corner of Cambridge in hopes of seeing, or at least hearing, the American Woodcock's mating display, a traditional New England rite of spring. Walk of less than a mile mostly or entirely on flat, paved walkways. No restrooms. Easily accessible from the Alewife MBTA station.
Monday, March 17, 2025
No events on this day.
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
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March 18, 2025 -Woodcock Walk at Ipswich River Park, North Reading
Woodcock Walk at Ipswich River Park, North Reading
Join us at sunset to hopefully hear and see the mating sky dance of the Woodcock.
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
No events on this day.
Thursday, March 20, 2025
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March 20, 2025 -Woodcocks at Alewife
Woodcocks at Alewife
We will search the northwest corner of Cambridge in hopes of seeing, or at least hearing, the American Woodcock's mating display, a traditional New England rite of spring. Walk of less than a mile mostly or entirely on flat, paved walkways. No restrooms. Easily accessible from the Alewife MBTA station.
Friday, March 21, 2025
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March 21, 2025 -Timberdoodles in Sharon (RESCHEDULED to Saturday, March 22)
Timberdoodles in Sharon (RESCHEDULED to Saturday, March 22)
This trip has been rescheduled to Saturday March 22.
Saturday, March 22, 2025
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March 22, 2025 -Parker River NWR
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March 22, 2025 -Woodcock Watch, Oxbow NWR, Harvard
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March 22, 2025 -Timberdoodles in Sharon (Rescheduled from March 21)
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March 22, 2025 -“Timberdoodles” kids’ Evening walk , Belmont (This program is FULL; please email to be added to the waitlist.)
Parker River NWR
We will explore various hot-spots on the refuge. Note that an entrance fee or pass is required to visit Parker River NWR.
Woodcock Watch, Oxbow NWR, Harvard
We will stay until it gets dark to watch for American Woodcock. Come early to enjoy other birds. Rain date Sunday, March 23, same time.
Timberdoodles in Sharon (Rescheduled from March 21)
Come watch American Woodcock display behavior. Water-resistant shoes helpful, but not needed.
“Timberdoodles” kids’ Evening walk , Belmont (This program is FULL; please email to be added to the waitlist.)
This program is FULL; please email to be added to the waitlist. This walk is for kids aged 5-12 with an accompanying parent or parents. Group size is limited; contact Kathy Dia to register and for meeting place details at kdia@brooklinebirdclub.org. The American Woodcock is an unusual upland shorebird whose unique courtship display is really something to see! Join
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We hope to see you out birding soon!
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