Description
Bird-a-thon is Mass Audubon's largest fundraiser, bringing together supporters from across the state to raise essential funds for nature conservation, education, and advocacy. This is an opportunity to support Mass Audubon alongside other young birders and nature lovers.
We will start the morning at Fresh Pond. With its varied habitats, pond, marsh, woods, and field, Fresh Pond is a great place to observe waterfowl, raptors, and songbirds.We will then travel by foot to Mt. Auburn Cemetery, a spring 'migrant trap' where more than 30 varieties of warblers have been seen, as well as various thrushes, kinglets, vireos, and other songbirds.
The fee for this program is waived.We areoffering participants the opportunity to be part of our fundraising efforts. Materials to get involved will be sent to you following registration (participation in fundraising is optional).
When
- Sat, May 11, 2024 7:30 am - 1:30 pm
Who
Age 13 & up
Cost
- Child Members Free
- Child Nonmembers Free
Where
Location: Fresh Pond, Cambridge
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Questions? Contact us:
- 781-259-2255 [email protected]
Instructors
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Kathy Dia - Field Teacher, Birding Guide
Instructions
Bring snacks or a packed lunch and plenty of water for a 3-4 mile walk. Wear footwear appropriate for a 3-4 mile walk and bring binoculars if you have them (we have loaner pairs if you don't).
Indoor restrooms are available at Mt. Auburn Cemetery and port-a-pots at Fresh Pond.
Please note that drop-off and pick-up are different locations. No van transportation is provided for this event.
Drop-off: lot at Fresh Pond Ranger Station lot, 222-238 MA-16, Cambridge, 7:30 AM
Pick up: Mt. Auburn Cemetery, 580 Mount Auburn St. Cambridge. Just inside the front gates.