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Saturday, February 21

In Search of Rare Birds

Description

Where are we going? We don't know yet, but we will look for the rarest bird(s) within a two-hour drive of the Joppa Flats Education Center in Newburyport. We might go into New Hampshire looking for winter finches (Pine Grosbeaks, Red and White-winged Crossbills, Common Redpoll); or to the South Shore for uncommon gulls (Ivory Gull), or to central Massachusetts for boreal species (Canada Jay). Pack your own lunch for this all-day trip, as we'll stop midday to warm-up and refuel for the second half of our adventure.

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When
  • Sat, Feb 21, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Who

Adults

Cost
  • Adult Members $80
  • Adult Nonmembers $96

Instructors

  • Dave Williams - Birder Naturalist

Instructions

Meet at Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, for van transportation.

Wear clothing and footwear appropriate for the weather and terrain.

Bring binoculars, a field guide to birds, bag lunch and snacks, refillable water bottle, a scope if you have one, and field guides.