Each October, fall migration reaches its peak as countless birds journey south along the Atlantic Flyway. The rich wetlands, open fields, and abundant food sources found at Mass Audubon wildlife sanctuaries provide essential stopover habitats attracting a wide variety of migratory species.
As birdwatchers and conservationists stop to capture a glimpse of the diverse flocks passing through, Mass Audubon staff and volunteers will be hosting Migration Stations every Friday in October starting at 9:30 am at Tidmarsh Wildlife Sanctuary in Plymouth and Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary in Marshfield to answer your questions about the fall migration and share information on how you can get involved in Mass Audubon’s work to protect the nature of Massachusetts.
Chirp Chats: Talk Birds with Local Naturalists
The South Shore boasts a rich variety of habitats essential for migrating birds. At Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary, expansive grasslands provide prime hunting grounds for raptors and essential foraging areas for grassland species.
Nearby, Tidmarsh Wildlife Sanctuary offers a diverse mosaic of ponds, cold-water streams, red maple and Atlantic white cedar swamps, open meadows, and pine-oak forests—critical feeding habitat for warblers, waterbirds, and countless other migratory species.
Join the Nature of Massachusetts Ballot Initiative
As a member of the Nature for Massachusetts Coalition, Mass Audubon is calling on the state to invest $100 million annually in protecting land and water, expanding outdoor recreation, and strengthening climate resilience—all without raising taxes.
Visit our Migration Stations to learn more about the proposed Nature for All Fund and discover how you can be part of this growing movement for a healthier, more equitable natural future.
Become a Mass Audubon Member
Love nature and want to protect it? Join Mass Audubon’s community of over 160,000 members working to safeguard the wild places that make Massachusetts special. Visit our Migration Stations to take advantage of our Fall Membership Special—become a member for just $35!
Your membership gives you access to more than 60 wildlife sanctuaries across the state, from sweeping hilltop views and coastal landscapes to peaceful woodlands and working farms.
Most importantly, you'll be helping to protect these vital habitats for the people and wildlife that depend on them—today and for generations to come.
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