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He hunkers down while partoling the edge of teh marsh. A male Hooded Merganser in all his finery.
August 20, 2026

Fresh Pond Ducks and Such

Cambridge's Fresh Pond Reservation has always been a favorite of migrating ducks and we are here for

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Birders in early Fall at Middlesex Fells catch a bit of light by the water
August 19, 2026

Unconventional Approaches to Bird ID – plus, a Walk In the Fells

An unconventional introduction to bird ID over craft brews at Idle Hands in Malden --- followed by a

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Swirld of swallows, indigo sky
August 8, 2026

PARKER RIVER END OF DAY SWALLOW MAGIC

Late-day birding at Parker River NWR for shorebirds, waders, swallows, and more as they gather in im

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An osprey tries to rake to the air with a heavy fish in its talons
June 13, 2026

Birding Burrage Pond

One of the South Shore's most treasured destinations—famous for its ducks,  marsh birds, and migr

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Assorted moths
June 11, 2026

MOTH BALL 2026

A beautiful summer night under the stars at Fresh Pond's Kingsley Park. It's a celebration of night,

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A beautiful treet swllo poised for take off
May 20, 2026

Birding Greenways Conservation Land

Last Minute Spring Ramble at one of our favorite spots! SAT MAY 23!

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A Blackburnian Warbler full throated!
May 12, 2026

PARKER RIVER NWR in MIGRATION

Parker River, famous for its incredible displays especially during spring migration. Limited spots.

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May 6, 2026

Protected: Big Day Birding On The Orange Line

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A flash of blue and white and yellow in the trees. A big buzzy vovoice and a taset for green caterpillars! We love the Northern Parula.
April 21, 2026

Warblering at Mount Auburn Cemetery

A walk for birders just getting started, and birders looking to hone their skills We'll keep it smal

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South Shore Bird Club Winter Bird Counters
February 23, 2026

MAKING BIRDING COUNT

Collecting data is an important way for ordinary people to contribute to research and support effort

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Fresh Pond Ducks and Such

Fresh Pond's Ducks and Such SAT, SEPT 26 at 7:00 A< to 9:30 AM, FRESH POND RESERVATION, CAMBRIDGE, MA Fresh...

Unconventional Approaches to Bird ID – plus, a Walk In the Fells

Unconventional approaches to Bird ID - PLUS, a Walk In the Fells THURS, SEPT 17 at 7:00 PM to 9:00...

PARKER RIVER END OF DAY SWALLOW MAGIC

SWALLOWS, SHOREBIRDS, AND MORE BIRDS Swallow Magic at Parker River END OF DAY BIRDING SAT, AUGUST 15 at 4:00 PM...

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Winter Reading for Birders

December 26, 2025

Written by humans, not AI. Winter Reading for Birders HAPPY READING FROM OUR STACK TO YOURS — FOR...

A Shorebird Celebration

August 1, 2025

It's Time to get over your fear of shorebirds A Shorebird Celebration If you've ever watched the aerial...

A Holiday Gift Guide For Birders

December 13, 2024

A VERY BIRDY HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE NIFTY GIFT IDEAS FOR THE BIRDERS IN YOUR LIFE (PART ONE) Confession....

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