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Wednesday, September 23

Wednesday Morning Birding

Description

Join one of New England's most renowned weekly birding programs. Every Wednesday, experienced guides lead birders of all skill levels to the hottest spots in one of Massachusetts' most productive birding regions: Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, Plum Island, the Merrimack River estuary, and other prime Essex County locations.

Each week offers something different as species shift with the seasons, giving participants an unmatched window into the full arc of bird migration.

September 2026 marks the program's 30th anniversary—a remarkable milestone for a series that has introduced thousands of birders to the treasures of the North Shore.

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When
  • Wed, Sep 23, 2026 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Who

Adults

Cost
  • Adult Members $20
  • Adult Nonmembers $24

Instructors

  • Scott Santino - Education Programs Manager

Instructions

Meet at Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, MA. From there, participants travel by Mass Audubon van and carpool to field destinations. Online registration is available but not required—drop-in registration upon arrival is welcome.

Bring binoculars, a field guide to birds, and a spotting scope if you have one. Wear clothing and footwear appropriate for the weather and terrain.

Meet at Joppa Flats Education Center. From there we will travel by Mass Audubon vans and carpool.

Bring binoculars, a field guide to birds, and a scope if you have one. Wear clothing and footwear appropriate for the weather and terrain.