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Tours to North America
Oldsquaw Overnight on Nantucket
Adult Trip
Program Location: Nantucket
Leaders: Melissa Lowe, WBWS Adult Education Coordinator
Fee: $295 m / $315 nm
Dates: December 10, 2009-December 11, 2009
In late fall and winter, long-tailed ducks (AKA oldsquaws) are back in town and we have a chance to witness their spectacular flights when tens of thousands fly over Nantucket at dusk and dawn. Many other species of sea ducks like goldeneyes and harlequins winter here, as do loons, alcids, and gulls.
For more information:
Please contact Wellfleet Bay, Wellfleet at 508-349-2615 or e-mail wellfleet@massaudubon.org. Back to top
Texas to New Mexico: Bosque del Apache and the Rio Grande Corridor
Adult Trip
Program Location: Rio Grande Valley, New Mexico
Leaders: Bill Gette, Joppa Flats Sanctuary Director; Alison O'Hare, Birder's Certificate Program graduate; Frances H. Clark, Botanical consultant
Fee:
$1,250 m / $1,350 nm
Dates: January 4, 2010-January 10, 2010
The Rio Grande Valley in New Mexico is a fabulous destination for viewing birds in the winter. At Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge and other wetlands, we should see tens of thousands of cranes, ducks, and geese. In the thickets and grasslands, we should find a wonderful diversity of passerines, especially sparrows.
We will follow the river valley from El Paso, Texas, to Albuquerque, New Mexico, birding mountain, riparian, desert, grassland, and aquatic habitats. The generally mild winter weather and the fantastic birds will make this trip one to remember. We could see over 130 species of birds including the Ross’s goose, Clark’s grebe, ferruginous hawk, sandhill crane, juniper titmouse, crissal thrasher, sage sparrow, black-throated sparrow, burrowing owl, pyrrhuloxia, red-naped sapsucker, mountain chickadee, and golden and bald eagles. We also have a good chance of seeing black, brown-capped, and gray-crowned rosy-finches.
The additional fee for a single supplement is $350.
For a detailed brochure describing this exciting winter expedition, please call 978-462-9998.
Instructions and Directions:
Final payment is due December 5, 2009. Trip materials will be sent upon receipt of final payment. Cancellations made within 30 days of departure cannot be refunded or credited unless we can fill your space.
For more information:
Please contact Joppa Flats, Newburyport at 978-462-9998 or e-mail joppaflats@massaudubon.org. Back to top
Massachusetts: Gay Head to Chappaquiddick - a Martha's Vineyard Weekend
Adult Trip
Program Location: Martha's Vineyard
Leaders: Scott Santino; Strickland Wheelock
Fee:
$425 m / $500 nm
Dates: January 15, 2010-January 17, 2010
Martha’s Vineyard lies only 5 miles south of Wood’s Hole and this scenic island boasts a bird list of approximately 300 species. The island’s varied habitats include high bluffs for viewing seabirds, numerous ponds and bays for ducks, vast fields and thickets for passerines and a state forest for owls. We will explore all these and more over the weekend to experience the full avian variety of the island. We should witness thousands of sea ducks and pelagics on our sea watches and countless passerines in the fields and thickets all around the island. In the end, we could observe over 100 species including many rarities like Barn Owl, Yellow-breasted chat, and more!
This program requires pre-registration and is open to anyone age 18 and older. A non-refundable, non-transferable deposit is required with registration. Fees include all ground and boat transportation, interpretive materials, entrance fees, and lodging. Fees are based on double occupancy; optional single rooms may be available for a supplemental fee. Personal items and meals are not included, with the exception of Saturday and Sunday breakfast. For complete itinerary contact Jennifer Riley 781-259-2219, jriley@massaudubon.org, or Angela Walsh at 978-887-9264 x 7703, awalsh@massaudubon.org.
Instructions and Directions:
Transportation provided from Drumlin Farm Education parking lot.
For more information:
Please contact Drumlin Farm, Lincoln at 781-259-2200 or e-mail drumlinfarm@massaudubon.org. Back to top
Rhode Island Birding Weekend
Adult Trip
Program Location: Rhode Island
Leaders: Bill Gette, Joppa Flats Sanctuary Director; Dave Larson, Joppa Flats Education Coordinator
Fee:
$245 m / $295 nm
Dates: January 23, 2010-January 24, 2010
This weekend is your chance to explore Rhode Island’s top winter birding locations. During our program, we will explore both the famous and lesser-known birding locations, all of which can be very productive. Large concentrations of waterfowl and many species of passerines gather on and around the ponds, rivers, and bays that remain ice-free at this time of year. On Saturday, we will bird sites in the Newport area including the James Turner Reservoir, Watchamocket Cove, Colt State Park, Tiverton’s fields and marshes, Sisson Pond, and Sachuest Point.
On Sunday, we will visit several sites in the Jamestown area, including Beavertail State Park, before moving on to Point Judith, Galilee, Matunuck, Trustom Pond National Wildlife Refuge, and Ninigret State Park.
During our Rhode Island adventure, we expect to see approximately 100 species including over 20 species of ducks (e.g., harlequin, Barrow’s goldeneye, long-tailed duck).
For a program brochure, please call 978-462-9998. Fees are for double occupancy. A single-room supplement is available for an additional $70.
Instructions and Directions:
Final payment is due January 7, 2010. Trip materials will be sent upon receipt of final payment. Cancellations made within 30 days of departure cannot be refunded or credited unless we can fill your space.
For more information:
Please contact Joppa Flats, Newburyport at 978-462-9998 or e-mail joppaflats@massaudubon.org. Back to top
Massachusetts: Early Birds at Plum Island
Adult Trip
Program Location: North Shore, Plum Island
Leaders: Dennis Murley, Staff Naturalist
Fee:
$265 m / $285 nm
Dates: February 24, 2010-February 25, 2010
Experience the North Shore of Massachusetts in winter: Plum Island, Newburyport, Salisbury, and more. Sea ducks will be plentiful with chances for seeing harlequin ducks. Wintering bald eagles, snowy owls, short-eared owls, and northern harriers also take advantage of this coastal location. Alcids and gulls will be highlighted. Accommodations, transportation, and continental breakfast are provided.
Instructions and Directions:
For itinerary call 508-349-2615 or email adult education coordinator Melissa Lowe at mlowe@massaudubon.org.
For more information:
Please contact Wellfleet Bay, Wellfleet at 508-349-2615 or e-mail wellfleet@massaudubon.org. Back to top
New England: Leaders' Choice Getaway
Adult Trip
Program Location: New England
Leaders: Bill Gette, Joppa Flats Sanctuary Director; Dave Weaver, Birder's Certificate Program graduate
Fee:
$285 m / $335 nm
Dates: February 25, 2010-February 26, 2010
Join Bill and Dave for an adventure into the winter wonderland of New England. The goal of this two-day, one-night trip is to seek out winter specialties. We will chase after rarities such as northern owls or rare gulls, of course, but our main focus is to find winter finches (pine grosbeak, red and white-winged crossbills), redpolls, and Bohemian waxwings. Our destination will depend on the most recent reports. On previous trips, we have had fabulous looks at evening and pine grosbeaks, both redpolls, gray jays, a northern hawk owl, and bobcats! We promise fun, a place to sleep, and some great birds.
For a program brochure, please call 978-462-9998. Fees are for double occupancy.
Instructions and Directions:
Final payment is due January 25, 2010. Trip materials will be sent upon receipt of final payment. Cancellations made within 30 days of departure cannot be refunded or credited unless we can fill your space.
For more information:
Please contact Joppa Flats, Newburyport at 978-462-9998 or e-mail joppaflats@massaudubon.org. Back to top
Wildlife Photography in Florida
Adult Trip
Program Location: Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary
Leaders: Bob Speare, Wildwood Camp Director & photographer; Joy Marzolf, Education Coordinator and Naturalist
Fee:
$1,249 m / $1,399 nm
Dates: February 27, 2010-March 2, 2010
Escape the cold Northeast and join us on a photography adventure to some of Mid-Florida’s wildlife hotspots this winter! Limited to 6 registrants, the small size of this group will enable individual coaching on your photography throughout the trip and increase the chance of encountering wildlife up close.
We will visit National Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, known for a 2.25 mile raised boardwalk to observe and photograph a wide variety of nesting birds, such as yellow-crowned night herons, barred owls and wood storks. This site is also known for a variety of reptiles, mammals, insects and native plants, including wild orchids. From land to water, experience Myakka State Park from all angles as we photograph wading birds, such as sandhill cranes and ibis, and sunning and swimming alligators from the park’s boat and walkways. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge presents opportunities to photograph birds rarely seen in the Northeast such as ibis, reddish egrets, roseate spoonbills, little blue and tri-colored herons as they feed during low tide. As evening approaches, we will station our cameras to capture the birds of the Venice Area Audubon Rookery, such as black crowned night herons, snowy egrets and anhingas as they return to feed their young. Among the highlights of the trip will be a chartered pontoon boat tour of nesting islands of the Inter-Coastal waterway where we will have opportunities to photograph the ospreys and huge numbers of wood storks, great egrets, herons and pelicans as they care for their chicks. Other animal close encounters may include various butterflies and endangered scrub jays and gopher tortoises near the Venice beaches.
To register or for a detailed itinerary, contact us at 508-655-2296 or email broadmoorprograms@massaudubon.org
Your Leaders:
Bob Speare is a Mass Audubon Tour Leader, naturalist and photography instructor for Broadmoor and several other Mass Audubon Sanctuaries. Bob has led numerous tours for Mass Audubon including photography trips to Death Valley and other locations.
Joy Marzolf is a naturalist, wildlife photographer and photography instructor at Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary. This will be her fifth trip to photograph and second time leading a tour to this part of Florida.
Instructions and Directions:
Included: Ground transportation including pickup Friday evening and drop off Tuesday afternoon at the Sarasota Airport, hotel (double occupancy) and meals. We will be staying at the Hampton Inn in Venice. Complete with pool and Jacuzzi, it will provide plenty of relaxation after a day of adventure. (Single supplement add $360)
To register or for a detailed itinerary, contact us at 508-655-2296 or email broadmoorprograms@massaudubon.org
For more information:
Please contact Broadmoor, Natick at 508-655-2296 or e-mail broadmoorprograms@massaudubon.org. Back to top
Birding the Rio Grande Valley and Texas South Coast
Adult Trip
Program Location: South Texas
Leaders: Rene Laubach and Bob Prescott
Fee:
TBD
Dates: March 13, 2010-March 21, 2010
Our travels will take us to some of the finest birding localities in the most bird-rich state in the union. From the vast salt marshes and bays of Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, where we'll see wintering whooping cranes from aboard the MV Skimmer; and the sandy barrier beaches of hundred-mile-long Padre Island, where shorebirds and waders abound, to the subtropical Rio Grande Valley, where green jays, Altamira orioles, least grebes, and great kiskadees are common; and the South Texas Plains with their desert-scrub birdlife. The vibrant cultural mix of the border region will also enrich our adventure.
Our departure city is Corpus Christi, Texas. Fee includes double occupancy lodging for eight nights (single supplement $300 extra), all breakfasts and lunches, some dinners, entrance fees, and van transportation.
Instructions and Directions:
Contact Pleasant Valley for price, details, and an itinerary: 413-637-0320.
For more information:
Please contact Pleasant Valley, Lenox at 413-637-0320 or e-mail berkshires@massaudubon.org. Back to top
Massachusetts: Nantucket Island Weekend
Adult Trip
Program Location: Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary
Leaders: Carol Decker, Sanctuary Director; John Galluzzo, Historian, Author, and Educator at South Shore Sanctuaries.
Fee:
$465 m / $515 nm
Dates: March 26, 2010-March 28, 2010
Join us for a birding adventure to historic Nantucket Island. The heathlands, moors, vast beaches, and rolling ocean surf are captivating in the winter light, and, with the island pleasantly deserted, it's the perfect time for exploring these habitats. Long-tailed ducks, numbering in the hundreds of thousands, winter off the Nantucket Shoals. Rafts of other seabirds including eiders, scoters, goldeneyes, and red-breasted mergansers can be observed from many vantage points. We have seen large numbers of northern gannets diving offshore, and have found unusual species such as lesser black-backed, Iceland, and glaucous gulls. This is an ideal trip for both beginning and experienced birders.
NOTE: This program was originally scheduled for March 19-21.
Instructions and Directions:
The fee includes round-trip van transportation, lodging at the historic Roberts House Inn (double occupancy), two ferry crossings, and field instruction. Meals are not included. A $75 (per person) nonrefundable, nontransferable deposit is required upon registration. For an itinerary, call 978-887-9264 or e-mail ipswichriver@massaudubon.org.
For more information:
Please contact Ipswich River, Topsfield at 978-887-9264 or e-mail ipswichriver@massaudubon.org. Back to top
Connecticut: Mystic Seaport’s Maritime & Natural History
Adult Trip
Program Location: Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
Leaders: John Galluzzo, Naturalist, South Shore Sanctuaries; Dennis Murley, Staff Naturalist
Fee:
$490 m / $510 nm
Dates: April 14, 2010-April 16, 2010
While visiting Connecticut’s historic coast, we will sample the region’s rich cultural history, natural history, and winter birding opportunities. This new trip will include a tour of Mystic Seaport (described as America’s finest maritime museum), a behind-the-scenes look at Mystic Aquarium, and birding adventures in search of lingering winter species and early spring migrants. Accommodations, van transportation, admission to all venues, and continental breakfast are provided.
For more information:
Please contact Wellfleet Bay, Wellfleet at 508-349-2615 or e-mail wellfleet@massaudubon.org. Back to top
South Carolina: Birding the Coastal Lowlands
Adult Trip
Program Location: South Carolina
Leaders: Dave Larson, Joppa Flats Education Coordinator
Fee:
$975 m / $1,075 nm
Dates: April 20, 2010-April 25, 2010
The South Carolina coastal lowlands are a premier birding destination. During our seven-day program, we will explore the area’s most productive birding venues. Our itinerary includes visits to the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge on the Georgia/South Carolina border, several wildlife management areas (e.g., Webb State, Donnelley, and Bear Island), the Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge at Bull Island, Francis Marion National Forest, Congaree National Park, and the floodplain forests along the Savannah River.
Since we will be visiting so many different habitats during early spring migration, we expect to see a wide variety of birds. Our target species will include several restricted-range rarities such as Swainson’s warbler, red-cockaded woodpecker, wood stork, painted bunting, brown-headed nuthatch, and Bachman’s sparrow. Along the coastal wetlands and barrier beaches, we will see many species of waders and shorebirds; with luck, we will find a Wilson’s plover. In the extensive lowland pine/oak forests, we will see many species of southern wood-warblers including prothonotary, hooded, Kentucky, and yellow-throated. In the Allendale area, we will look for both Mississippi and swallow-tailed kites.
The additional fee for a single room is $350.
This will be a spectacular trip through a beautiful part of our country. Please call Dave at 978-462-9998 for more details and a trip brochure.
Instructions and Directions:
Final payment is due March 1. Trip materials will be sent upon receipt of final payment. Cancellations made within 30 days of departure cannot be refunded or credited unless we can fill your space.
For more information:
Please contact Joppa Flats, Newburyport at 978-462-9998 or e-mail joppaflats@massaudubon.org. Back to top
Birding in Big Bend National Park
Adult Trip
Program Location: North America
Leaders: Carol Decker, Director, Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary
Fee:
$2,200 m / $2,200 nm
Dates: April 21, 2010-April 28, 2010
Big Bend National Park, encompassing an area of more than 1,100 square miles, is a bold landscape of constantly changing views: the rugged Chisos Mountains, rolling hills, deep river canyons, and long desert vistas. Perhaps its greatest attraction is the tremendous diversity of plant and animal species, including some that are found nowhere else in the world. In March and April, the wildflowers bloom in profusion. Big Bend is one of the best birding localities in the United States and boasts some 425 species recorded to date, with new entries being made continually.
For more information:
Please contact Tours and Travel at 800-289-9504 or e-mail travel@massaudubon.org. Download the tour reservation form*. Back to top
New Mexico: Rio Grande Lowlands to Rocky Mountain Highlands
Adult Trip
Program Location: New Mexico
Leaders: Bob Prescott and Rene Laubach, Sanctuary Director, Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, Sanctuary Director, Berkshire Wildlife Sanctuaries
Fee:
TBD
Dates: April 21, 2010-April 29, 2010
Aptly named Land of Enchantment, New Mexico has it all, except a coastline. This tremendously scenic state encompasses the snow-capped Rocky Mountains, fascinating Chihuahuan Desert, vast plains, the Rio Grande River, ancient Anasazi cliff dwellings, and the multicultural ambiance of Santa Fe and other towns and villages.
Our tour includes visits to the beautiful Gila National Forest, which features Mexican specialties among its birdlife, wildlife-rich Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge on the Rio Grande, and beautiful Bandelier National Monument in the mountains near Los Alamos. In addition to enjoying the incredible scenery, wonderful birding, and general nature study, we will visit archaeological sites during our tour of this truly enchanting land.
Our departure city is Albuquerque, New Mexico. Fee includes double-occupancy lodging for eight nights (single supplement $300 extra), all breakfasts and lunches, some dinners, entrance fees, and van transportation.
Instructions and Directions:
For price information, and to register, contact Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary: 508-349-2615.
For more information:
Please contact Pleasant Valley, Lenox at 413-637-0320 or e-mail berkshires@massaudubon.org. Back to top
New Mexico: Rio Grande Lowlands to Rocky Mountain Highlands
Adult Trip
Program Location: New Mexico
Leaders: Bob Prescott, Sanctuary Director, WBWS; Rene Laubach, Sanctuary Director, Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
Fee:
TBD
Dates: April 21, 2010-April 29, 2010
New Mexico is one of the best-kept birding secrets. From the raptor-rich highlands of the Sandia Mountains to the wetlands along the Rio Grande, there will be opportunities to see golden eagle, prairie falcon, red-faced warbler, painted bunting, western and Clark’s grebes, black-necked stilt, and white-faced ibis. Anasazi and Gila Cliff dwellings, Santa Fe, Bandolier National Monument, and Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge are on our itinerary, as well as the Catwalk near the old mining center of Glenwood.
For more information:
Please contact Wellfleet Bay, Wellfleet at 508-349-2615 or e-mail wellfleet@massaudubon.org. Back to top
South Florida Specialties
Adult Trip
Program Location: Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
Leaders: Strickland Wheelock; Kathy Seymour; Tia Pinney, Drumlin Farm Teacher-Naturalist
Fee:
$1,550 m / $1,750 nm
Dates: April 23, 2010-April 29, 2010
Join us for a memorable week of birding as we travel through South Florida and the Keys including a boat trip to the Dry Tortugas. We will have daily opportunities to experience the remarkable inhabitants of this subtropical world – whether birds, tropical plants, reptiles or butterflies. We will be visiting many famous birding locations including the Everglades, Tamiami Trail, Lake Okeechobee, Big Cypress National Preserve and the Dry Tortugas plus several productive, lesser-known areas. Even though we will be seeing many spring migrants, our focus will be looking for all the Florida specialties as well as exotics in the Miami area. We will visit some amazing habitats in our week of birding, seeing thousands of waders, pelagics, shorebirds and passerines. We will also search for several species of owls, raptors and nightjars, plus make time for any super rarity that is near our route. Some of our target species are very difficult to see, like the Smooth-billed Ani, Mangrove Cuckoo and Short-tailed Hawk; others, like Gray Kingbird, Brown Noddy, and Magnificent Frigatebird, will be easy in the right habitat.
Open to anyone age 18 or older. A non-refundable, non-transferable deposit is required. Fees include all ground transportation, interpretive materials, entrance fees, and lodging. Fees are based on double occupancy; optional single rooms may be available for a supplemental fee. Personal items and dinners are not included. Please write or call for a complete itinerary: 781-259-2206 or jriley@massaudubon.org.
THIS TRIP IS CURRENTLY FULL. CONTACT THE REGISTRAR IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE AN ITINERARY AND BE PLACED ON THE WAITLIST.
For more information:
Please contact Drumlin Farm, Lincoln at 781-259-2200 or e-mail drumlinfarm@massaudubon.org. Back to top
Maine: Spring on Monhegan Island
Adult Trip
Program Location: Maine, Monhegan Island
Leaders: Dennis Murley, Staff Naturalist
Fee:
TBD
Dates: June 2, 2010-June 5, 2010
Monhegan is a small, rocky, rustic island ten miles from the mainland and scarcely a square mile in area. It is accessible only by boat, there are are no cars or paved roads on the island, and our hotel rooms are illuminated by gas lamps! Go back in time with us as we explore the island's beautiful rock-bound shores and spruce-fir woodlands in search of birds and other wildlife. Accommodations, van and ferry transportation, and all meals (except lunches and one dinner) are provided.Call 508-349-2615 to receive information on this trip.
Instructions and Directions:
Please note: shared baths only on this trip.
For more information:
Please contact Wellfleet Bay, Wellfleet at 508-349-2615 or e-mail wellfleet@massaudubon.org. Back to top
Montana Grasslands and Prairie Spring
Adult Trip
Program Location: North America
Leaders: Wayne Petersen, Director, Important Bird Areas program
Fee:
$2,660 m / $2,660 nm
Dates: June 5, 2010-June 14, 2010
Join us at a number of Montana’s Important Bird Areas to search out signature prairie species such as McCown’s and Chestnut-collared Longspurs, Sprague’s Pipits, Upland Sandpipers, Long-billed Curlews, Baird’s and Grasshopper Sparrows, and others. Pronghorns and Prairie Dogs – the latter with their attendant Burrowing Owls -- are other highlights. Ferruginous Hawks, Swainson’s Hawks and Golden Eagles are regular sightings; with luck we may find the rare Mountain Plover. In addition to birding, we will find that the prairie wildflowers, the region’s mammals, and the local Montana culture are all enjoyable. This is farming and ranching country with a lot of open space, beautiful rivers, and small towns with local flair. Portions of this tour price will go towards the Massachusetts Important Bird Area program.
Instructions and Directions:
Call for a detailed itinerary
For more information:
Please contact Tours and Travel at 800-289-9504 or e-mail travel@massaudubon.org. Download the tour reservation form*. Back to top
Coastal North Carolina - Painted Buntings to Tropicbirds
Adult Trip
Program Location: North Carolina
Leaders: Strickland Wheelock; Kathy Seymour; Tia Pinney, Drumlin Farm Teacher-Naturalist
Fee:
$1,350 m / $1,500 nm
Dates: July 23, 2010-July 27, 2010
Join us for a spectacular birding trip to eastern North Carolina’s Cape Hatteras and the Croatan National Forest. This five day trip allows us ample time to explore a number of habitats in depth. On previous trips, we’ve seen over 175 species including many rarities and most all the southern specialties. The range of habitats includes the Croatan National Forest for red-cockaded woodpecker, Bachman’s sparrow, brown-headed nuthatch, Swainson’s, prothonatary, Kentucky and yellow-throated warblers, summer tanager, chuck-wills-widow, owls and goatsuckers; marshes near Morehead City with calling black rails & seaside sparrows, coastal thickets with painted buntings and blue grosbeaks; the Bodie Islands on the Outer Banks where we experience volumes of shorebirds and terns (gull-billed, sandwich, etc); Pea Island NWR for shorebirds and waders including stilts, avocets, marbled godwits, western sandpipers, and white ibis; and the Great Dismal Swamp to see hooded warblers and Acadian flycatchers. The highlight of the trip will be a private boat tour to the Gulf Stream with Brian Patteson, Join us for a spectacular birding trip to eastern North Carolina’s Cape Hatteras and the Croatan National Forest. This five day trip allows us ample time to explore a number of habitats in depth. On previous trips, we’ve seen over 175 species including many rarities and most all the southern specialties. The range of habitats includes the Croatan National Forest for Red-cockaded Woodpecker, Bachman’s Sparrow, Brown-headed Nuthatch, Swainson’s, Prothonatary, Kentucky and Yellow-throated warblers, Summer Tanager, Chuck-wills-widow, owls and goatsuckers; marshes near Morehead City with calling Black Rail and Seaside Sparrow, coastal thickets with Painted Bunting and Blue Grosbeak; the Bodie Islands on the Outer Banks where we encounter volumes of shorebirds and terns (Gull-billed, Sandwich, etc); Pea Island NWR for shorebirds and waders including Stilt, Avocet, Marbled Godwit, Western Sandpiper, and White Ibis; and the Great Dismal Swamp to see Hooded Warbler and Acadian Flycatcher. The highlight of the trip will be a private boat tour to the Gulf Stream with Brian Patteson, the pelagic expert on the East coast. This all day trip will produce several species of shearwaters, petrels, jaegers, and terns with excellent chances for skua, tropicbird, and booby. Some of the expected birds are Black-capped Petrels, Leach’s and Band-rumped storm-petrels, Bridled and Sooty terns, Cory’s and Audubon shearwaters, South Polar Skua and hopefully Masked Booby, White-tailed Tropicbird, Long-tailed Jaeger or a rare petrel (Herald, Bermuda). In the end, you will have one of the most exciting and educational birding trips of your life.
Pre-registration is required; open to anyone age 18 or older. Contact Jennifer Riley at 781-259-2206 or jriley@massaudubon.org for a full itinerary.
For more information:
Please contact Drumlin Farm, Lincoln at 781-259-2200 or e-mail drumlinfarm@massaudubon.org. Back to top
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