Date: 6/1/26 5:58 am From: Paul Ippolito <paulippolito295...> Subject: [Arlington Birds] MBC Trip Tuesday and Sunday
Fellow MBC members,
This week we have walks on Tuesday at Horn Pond in Woburn and a trip a bit
further away on Sunday at Martin Burns in Newbury.
Do, however, continue to look at the weekly e-mails as we will be
continually adding trips based upon what is being seen, weather and
availability of our leaders.
Spring migration is winding down but some interesting observations are
being posted throughout Massachusetts so keep exploring your local
patches, *report
what you are seeing* and enjoy all that our area has to offer.
*Tuesday, June 2 *
*Horn Pond, Woburn*
*Diana Fruguglietti 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM*
We’ll look out and listen for breeders that have settled into the Horn Pond
area like Great Crested Flycatchers, Scarlet Tanagers, Wood Thrushes,
Ovenbirds, Towhee, and others. Horn Pond has a great mix of deciduous,
pine, marsh, and lake habitats that attract a variety of birds including
song birds, water birds, birds of prey, and more. Join us to see what we
encounter. Meet at the Sturgis Street Entrance 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM Diana
Fruguglietti <diana.fru...>
*Sunday, June 7*
*Martin Burns WMA, Newbury Orchard Street Entrance *
*Linda Ferraresso 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM *
We will walk on fairly level gravel roads for 3 miles looking for breeding
birds including Field Sparrow, Indigo Bunting, and Prairie Warbler.
Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. No restroom facilities. Meet at
the Orchard Street entrance in Newbury. Linda Ferraresso 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
<tattler1...>
If you are interested in leading a trip, please reach out to Diana
Fruguglietti <Diana.fru...> or myself, the club would be so lucky to
have you lead.
Please continue to post your observations.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Date: 5/29/26 5:03 am From: Paul Ippolito <paulippolito295...> Subject: [Arlington Birds] MBC trips this weekend and beyond
Fellow MBC members,
This week we have walks on Saturday at Dunback Meadow in Lexington (do
however watch the weather) and Tuesday at Horn Pond in Woburn.
Do, however, continue to look at the weekly e-mails as we will be
continually adding trips based upon what is being seen, weather and
availability of our leaders.
Spring migration is winding down but some interesting observations are
being posted throughout Massachusetts so keep exploring your local
patches, *report
what you are seeing* and enjoy all that our area has to offer.
*Saturday, May 30*
*Dunback Meadow, Lexington *
*Cliff Cook 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM*
Join us we target late migrants including Mourning Warbler and flycatchers.
Be prepared to walk three to five miles. Co-sponsored with the Brookline
Bird Club. Meet at the tennis court parking near the Clark Middle School on
Stedman Road in Lexington. 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM Cliff Cook <ccook13...>
*Tuesday, June 2 *
*Horn Pond, Woburn*
*Diana Fruguglietti 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM*
We’ll look out and listen for breeders that have settled into the Horn Pond
area like Great Crested Flycatchers, Scarlet Tanagers, Wood Thrushes,
Ovenbirds, Towhee, and others. Horn Pond has a great mix of deciduous,
pine, marsh, and lake habitats that attract a variety of birds including
song birds, water birds, birds of prey, and more. Join us to see what we
encounter. Meet at the Sturgis Street Entrance 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM Diana
Fruguglietti <diana.fru...>
*Sunday, June 7*
*Martin Burns WMA, Newbury Orchard Street Entrance *
*Linda Ferraresso 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM *
We will walk on fairly level gravel roads for 3 miles looking for breeding
birds including Field Sparrow, Indigo Bunting, and Prairie Warbler.
Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. No restroom facilities. Meet at
the Orchard Street entrance in Newbury. Linda Ferraresso 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
<tattler1...>
If you are interested in leading a trip, please reach out to Diana
Fruguglietti <Diana.fru...> or myself, the club would be so lucky to
have you lead.
Please continue to post your observations.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Date: 5/27/26 5:33 am From: David B <dkbeanlaw...> Subject: [Arlington Birds] Eagle roosts
I had the pleasure of watching the two eagles at the nest the other day. They were getting pestered by a blue jay who was really trying.
My question. Do eagles commonly improve their favorite "front porch" branch near their nests? This one appears to have been stripped of its annoying twigs and so does the Big Bear nest.
I went on a Mass Audubon walk at Magazine Beach this past weekend. In addition to some good looks at the peregrines that have a nest box on one of the BU buildings across the river, we saw more warblers than I would ever have expected so close to busy Central Square. We saw about a half dozen warbler species, including two lifers for me (chestnut-sided and Wilson's). Highly recommended!
Date: 5/19/26 2:29 pm From: Mark Hibberd <markghibberd...> Subject: Re: [Arlington Birds] Shorebirds moving through: Belle Isle Marsh, East Boston, and Fisherman's Bend, Winthrop
Thanks for this Soheil
Will try to get out ton the beach and maybe Kelleys
Mark
On Tue, May 19, 2026 at 5:07 PM <sohzendeh...> wrote:
> Folks,
>
>
>
> On Monday, May 18, my friend Tim Brown and I spent a half day covering
> Belle Isle Marsh in East Boston and Fisherman's Bend in Winthrop. The
> second half of May and (sometimes) the first week of June are peak
> shorebird migration months in eastern Massachusetts. Although we observed
> nothing out of the ordinary among the migrants, nevertheless, the numbers
> and variety were good to see.
>
>
>
> About an hour of observation from the Sireen Reinstein Boardwalk at Belle
> Isle yielded mostly distant views of shorebirds on the salt pans to the
> southeast. The largest number of birds were peep, most likely Least
> Sandpipers based on some flight images I got. Full list is below.
>
>
>
> We then enjoyed Kelly's Roast beef hot dogs for lunch while overlooking
> Revere beach. A flock of 29 Brant cruised up and down the beach in front of
> us and a Manx Shearwater flew by. Undoubtedly you've noticed pretty much
> all our water birds disappeared by late April -- except the few species
> that breed locally. But Brant are an exception every year. Flocks are often
> seen in May, even in late May. The reason is that uniquely among waterfowl
> and water birds, Brant (and Oldsquaw aka "Long-tailed Duck") nest in far
> northern arctic regions. We're talking Ellesmere Island and northern
> Greenland. These places are covered with ice and snow and will be for
> another month -- no point in heading north too early.
>
>
>
> A company of Manx Shearwaters spends every summer off Revere Beach, often
> ranging as far south as Winthrop. Hanging around at Kelly's or the Pink
> Apartments and scanning the ocean, one is often rewarded by seeing these
> small shearwater flying up and down, parallel to the beach -- this is
> pretty much the only place in North America to see these birds easily and
> close to shore.
>
>
>
> In the afternoon, after lunch we arrived at Fishermans Bend, Winthrop,
> where a stretched-out string of Dunlin were roosting on the rocks of the
> old narrow-gauge railway trestle. They were in full spring finery with
> black bellies and red backs -- Red-backed Sandpiper is their old name. The
> long line of the trestle also had at least 78 roosting Black-bellied
> Plovers in every conceivable plumage stage, from full black-bellied and
> silver-backed to mottled, spotted, speckled or brownish. Interspersed were
> beautiful fresh-plumaged Ruddy Turnstones, a number of dowitchers,
> presumably Short-billed, and some Semipalmated Plovers. Only 2 American
> Oystercatchers were there initially but later on three or more of them put
> on their noisy and spectacular territorial / mating display. A lone Greater
> Yellowlegs and a single Eastern Willet completed the shorebird show. At a
> time when shorebird numbers have been plunging rapidly (down 50%+ over
> thirty years) this was a lovely and fun reminder of the glory days of
> shorebird migration.
>
>
>
> As I mentioned earlier, this is the beginning of peak spring shorebird
> migration and decent numbers should continue for at least another 2 weeks.
> Happy shorebird watching!
>
>
>
>
>
> Belle Isle Marsh, Suffolk, Massachusetts, US
>
> May 18, 2026 10:04 AM - 12:01 PM
>
> Protocol: Traveling
>
> 0.565 mile(s)
>
> 23 bird species (+1 other taxa)
>
>
>
> Mallard 4
>
> American Black Duck 1
>
> Mourning Dove 1
>
> Black-bellied Plover 4
>
> Semipalmated Plover 4
>
> Short-billed Dowitcher 4
>
> Willet 4
>
> Greater Yellowlegs 6
>
> peep sp. 125 Distant flock scattered over salt pans. Difficult to be
> sure of species but in photos, during flight, most appeared to be Least
> Sandpipers.
>
> Least Tern 1
>
> Double-crested Cormorant 1
>
> Glossy Ibis 1
>
> Snowy Egret 4
>
> Osprey 3
>
> Eastern Warbling Vireo 1
>
> Tree Swallow 11
>
> Barn Swallow 7
>
> Blue-gray Gnatcatcher 1
>
> Gray Catbird 2
>
> American Robin 12
>
> Song Sparrow 5
>
> Red-winged Blackbird 19
>
> Common Grackle 12
>
> Northern Yellow Warbler 2
>
>
>
> View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S342351876 >
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Fisherman's Bend Park, Suffolk, Massachusetts, US May 18, 2026 1:16 PM -
> 2:37 PM
>
> Protocol: Stationary
>
> 21 species
>
>
>
> Mourning Dove 3
>
> American Oystercatcher 2
>
> Black-bellied Plover 78
>
> Semipalmated Plover 3
>
> Short-billed Dowitcher 8
>
> Greater Yellowlegs 1
>
> Ruddy Turnstone 10
>
> Dunlin 68
>
> Least Tern 1
>
> Common Tern 1
>
> Double-crested Cormorant 6
>
> Great Egret 2
>
> Carolina Wren 1
>
> Northern Mockingbird 1
>
> American Robin 1
>
> House Sparrow 2
>
> House Finch 5
>
> Song Sparrow 1
>
> Red-winged Blackbird 4
>
> Common Grackle 6
>
> Northern Cardinal 1
>
>
>
> View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S342333612 >
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Soheil Zendeh
>
> Littleton, MA
>
>
>
>
>
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Date: 5/19/26 2:07 pm From: <sohzendeh...> Subject: [Arlington Birds] Shorebirds moving through: Belle Isle Marsh, East Boston, and Fisherman's Bend, Winthrop
Folks,
On Monday, May 18, my friend Tim Brown and I spent a half day covering Belle Isle Marsh in East Boston and Fisherman's Bend in Winthrop. The second half of May and (sometimes) the first week of June are peak shorebird migration months in eastern Massachusetts. Although we observed nothing out of the ordinary among the migrants, nevertheless, the numbers and variety were good to see.
About an hour of observation from the Sireen Reinstein Boardwalk at Belle Isle yielded mostly distant views of shorebirds on the salt pans to the southeast. The largest number of birds were peep, most likely Least Sandpipers based on some flight images I got. Full list is below.
We then enjoyed Kelly's Roast beef hot dogs for lunch while overlooking Revere beach. A flock of 29 Brant cruised up and down the beach in front of us and a Manx Shearwater flew by. Undoubtedly you've noticed pretty much all our water birds disappeared by late April -- except the few species that breed locally. But Brant are an exception every year. Flocks are often seen in May, even in late May. The reason is that uniquely among waterfowl and water birds, Brant (and Oldsquaw aka "Long-tailed Duck") nest in far northern arctic regions. We're talking Ellesmere Island and northern Greenland. These places are covered with ice and snow and will be for another month -- no point in heading north too early.
A company of Manx Shearwaters spends every summer off Revere Beach, often ranging as far south as Winthrop. Hanging around at Kelly's or the Pink Apartments and scanning the ocean, one is often rewarded by seeing these small shearwater flying up and down, parallel to the beach -- this is pretty much the only place in North America to see these birds easily and close to shore.
In the afternoon, after lunch we arrived at Fishermans Bend, Winthrop, where a stretched-out string of Dunlin were roosting on the rocks of the old narrow-gauge railway trestle. They were in full spring finery with black bellies and red backs -- Red-backed Sandpiper is their old name. The long line of the trestle also had at least 78 roosting Black-bellied Plovers in every conceivable plumage stage, from full black-bellied and silver-backed to mottled, spotted, speckled or brownish. Interspersed were beautiful fresh-plumaged Ruddy Turnstones, a number of dowitchers, presumably Short-billed, and some Semipalmated Plovers. Only 2 American Oystercatchers were there initially but later on three or more of them put on their noisy and spectacular territorial / mating display. A lone Greater Yellowlegs and a single Eastern Willet completed the shorebird show. At a time when shorebird numbers have been plunging rapidly (down 50%+ over thirty years) this was a lovely and fun reminder of the glory days of shorebird migration.
As I mentioned earlier, this is the beginning of peak spring shorebird migration and decent numbers should continue for at least another 2 weeks. Happy shorebird watching!
Belle Isle Marsh, Suffolk, Massachusetts, US
May 18, 2026 10:04 AM - 12:01 PM
Protocol: Traveling
0.565 mile(s)
23 bird species (+1 other taxa)
Mallard 4
American Black Duck 1
Mourning Dove 1
Black-bellied Plover 4
Semipalmated Plover 4
Short-billed Dowitcher 4
Willet 4
Greater Yellowlegs 6
peep sp. 125 Distant flock scattered over salt pans. Difficult to be sure of species but in photos, during flight, most appeared to be Least Sandpipers.
Date: 5/19/26 1:52 pm From: 'Marianne Kruse' via Arlington Birds <arlingtonbirds...> Subject: [Arlington Birds] Dead grackle
We have a dead grackle in our driveway that shows no signs of trauma. Is there someone we should contact or dispose of it ourselves? I believe someone posted about this recently but I no longer have that email. Thank you.Marianne Kruse
Date: 5/19/26 9:57 am From: David B <dkbeanlaw...> Subject: [Arlington Birds] Yates Pond swans
I thought I would have something in my past diaries about this, but can't find anything. Does anyone recall when the cygnets usually hatch at Yates Pond? -- David Bean Arlington, MA USA
Date: 5/19/26 8:26 am From: <sohzendeh...> Subject: [Arlington Birds] Report for Bear Creek, Saugus, walk on Sunday, May 17
Folks, this is the last report for walks at this property for this spring and summer. Ground breeding birds are on territory and we have therefore suspended public walks until the end of the nesting season.
On Sunday, May 17, 5 of us enjoyed several hours of watching Bobolinks flying and tumbling and chattering over endless fields of waving grass. Savannah Sparrows are also settling down to business but still not in full song.
Warblers and other passerine migrants were plenty noisy as we walked through the garden spot -- this is the middle of May, after all. Shorebirds too, though not numerous, were present in some variety. Spotted Sandpipers, Killdeer and Eastern Willets nest on the property. Of the others, Least Sandpiper and Short-billed Dowitcher are regular migrants at mid-May .
The Wilson's Snipe sighting, however, gave us pause. Snipes are early migrants and usually through our area by mid-April. The Massachusetts Breeding Bird Atlas (MassAudubon 2003) documents the closest breeding site for snipe in Massachusetts: spots in western Middlesex County, northern Essex County, as well as a couple of sites in Plymouth County and Bristol County. Otherwise, most snipe nest further west or in northern New England and eastern Canada. Some may still be migrating in May, but the presence of two together in May in a swampy spot in the middle of Bear Creek Sanctuary was cause for speculation.
Doug Banks was list keeper for the day. Here is the shared list link:
Date: 5/18/26 8:27 am From: John Edmondson <johnhedmondson...> Subject: [Arlington Birds] MBC/BBC walk Tuesday at Federated Woman's State Forest
Hi All,
If you are interested in my Federated Woman's State forest trip, we will meet at the beginning of State Forest road, there is some parking right at the beginning for anyone who wants to carpool down the road. https://maps.app.goo.gl/bu3SWjCEY51yQwsd8
Be careful at the turn because 122 is a fast road and State Forest rd is a little hard to see until you are right at it. Google navigation or other navigation apps can help you know when you are getting close. 8am start.. We're going to drive to stopping points, and do a lot of walking on the very quiet road, then do more walking past the gate at the end. We'll fit in an optional hike at the end. We will do about 2 miles of easy walking before the optional hike.Bring bug spray and dress for ticks. Apparently it will be hot tomorrow, even there.
Let me know if you are going (this email). My phone number is 781-859-9450. Signal may be bad there but you can try.
Date: 5/18/26 4:49 am From: Paul Ippolito <paulippolito295...> Subject: [Arlington Birds] MBC walk Tuesday and this weekend
Fellow MBC members,
This week we have a trip, tomorrow, Tuesday that is a bit further away in
distance but that offers an opportunity for our MBC members – if
interested, please remember to register in advance. We also have a walk on
Friday at Mount Auburn Cemetery as well as a walk on Sunday at Great
Meadows in Concord.
Do, however, continue to look at the weekly e-mails as we will be
continually adding trips based upon what is being seen, weather and
availability of our leaders.
Spring migration is in full swing right now with some interesting
observations being posted throughout Massachusetts so keep exploring your
local patches, *report what you are seeing* and enjoy all that our area has
to offer.
*Tuesday, May 19*
*Federated Woman’s State Forest, Petersham *
*John Edmondson 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM *Join us as we explore this Quabbin
Region spot for several species of warblers, thrushes, and other central
Mass woods surprises. We’ll drive to multiple stops along the paved road
followed by a hike of more than 2 miles on a hilly trail to the top of
Soapstone Hill for different species. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird
Club. Registration in advance requested for organizing purposes. Email the
leader please. 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM. John Edmondson <johnhedmondson...>
*Friday, May 22*
*Spring Migration at Mount Auburn Cemetery*
*John Edmondson 6:15 AM – 8:15 AM*
Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge and Watertown is one of the best local
spots to experience spring migration & this is the time of year to begin to
experience that migration. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. Meet
in front of the Story Chapel on Central Ave, across from the Asa Gray
Garden (Lawn Ave circle). 6:15 AM - 8:15 AM John Edmondson
<johnhedmondson...>
*Sunday, May 24*
*Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, Concord*
*Jason Forbes 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM*
Join us as we look for Marsh birds with rails and Least Bittern our main
targets. Note that an entrance fee or pass (America the Beautiful or Duck
Stamp) is required. Meet at the Refuge parking lot off Monsen Road (off
Route 62) in Concord. 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM Jason Forbes
*<jason...>* <jason...>
*Saturday, May 30*
*Dunback Meadow, Lexington *
*Cliff Cook 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM*
Join us we target late migrants including Mourning Warbler and flycatchers.
Be prepared to walk three to five miles. Co-sponsored with the Brookline
Bird Club. Meet at the tennis court parking near the Clark Middle School on
Stedman Road in Lexington. 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM Cliff Cook <ccook13...>
*Sunday, June 7*
*Martin Burns WMA, Newbury Orchard Street Entrance *
*Linda Ferraresso 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM *
We will walk on fairly level gravel roads for 3 miles looking for breeding
birds including Field Sparrow, Indigo Bunting, and Prairie Warbler.
Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. No restroom facilities. Meet at
the Orchard Street entrance in Newbury. Linda Ferraresso 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
<tattler1...>
If you are interested in leading a trip, please reach out to Diana
Fruguglietti <Diana.fru...> or myself, the club would be so lucky to
have you lead.
Please continue to post your observations.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Date: 5/14/26 10:34 am From: 'PAUL ROBERTS' via Arlington Birds <arlingtonbirds...> Subject: [Arlington Birds] USPS Bald Eagle Stamps on Sale Today
Just a heads up for those that have a special affection for Bald Eagles that the U.S. Post; Service has just released a new stamp" Bald Eagle: Hatchling to Adult." The commemorative sheets of 20 stamps come in sets of 5, with images of young chicks in nest, older nestlings, a-one-year-old, a 2-year-old, and an adult. The images are quite well done, though I would not recommend them for use in the field, attempting to accurately age Bald Eagles. ($15.60 for 20 "Forever First Class Postage stamps.) Regarding the Mystic Lakes eagles, Stripe and KZ are still hanging together, but to what end is in question. Essentially, they are likely "retired" for the next 6-8 months. Because of increased fuel costs, they will probably vacation locally, visiting nearby waterways to see if the fish are as good there as they are near their nest, which is functionally unused this spring and summer. Best, Paul Paul M. Roberts Medford, MA <phawk254...>
Date: 5/13/26 7:54 pm From: Toshia McCabe <toshia.fcolors...> Subject: [Arlington Birds] Call reps strengthen Mass Ready Act to end anticoagulant rodenicides
Hi Everyone,
The New England Wildlife Center's Facebook page recently posted a message
regarding sections 74 and 75 of the Mass Ready Act. These sections describe
how Massachusetts will limit the use of Anticoagulant Rodenticides (ARs).
Depending on how loose the language is, the law could provide loopholes for
pest companies to continue to put our wildlife and pets in danger.
The bill is going to the Ways and Means Committee to hash out the details
of these sections. New England Wildlife is asking Massachusetts residents
to call their congresspeople. Here's a direct quote from their facebook
page:
"We see the impacts of rodenticide poisoning firsthand in our hospitals -
and now there’s a real opportunity to help prevent it. Right now we have a
week to get as many calls as possible to our reps to help protect wildlife.
*Call your state representative by May 19 to request they ask Chair Aaron
Michlewitz and the House Ways & Means Committee to strengthen Sections 74
and 75 of the Mass Ready Act by including the language from H5217, which
would phase out the use of anticoagulant rodenticides statewide.*
This is an important moment for wildlife advocacy in Massachusetts! We want
each of the 160 state representatives to receive at least 10 phone calls
from their constituents. Together we have power. Let’s use it to advocate
for a ban on anticoagulant rodent poisons across Massachusetts."
Date: 5/13/26 10:06 am From: Diana F. <diana.fru...> Subject: [Arlington Birds] Potential trip to the Southeast Atlantic Forest of Brazil
Hi all,
I am planning a 15-day birding trip to the Southeast Atlantic Forest of
Brazil for this coming November if I can get enough people. While I am
targeting November, I have some flexibility with the specific dates.
The Southeast region is home to many Atlantic Forest endemics, including
the Black-and-gold Cotinga, Gray-winged Cotinga, Saffron Toucanet, and
various bristle-tyrants and tyrant-manakins. A major advantage of this
route is that we can fly into Rio de Janeiro and depart from São Paulo,
covering all key sites without domestic flights. Driving distances are also
shorter than in the Northeast, allowing for more time in the field.
If you are interested, please review your eBird needs for the states of Rio
de Janeiro and São Paulo. I anticipate at least 200 lifers on this
itinerary.
Pricing and Logistics:
The cost is on a sliding scale based on the number of participants (maximum
of 8). Prices are quoted in Brazilian Reais, so they are subject to
currency fluctuations. If we reach a full group of 8, the estimated cost is
approximately $6,250 per person.
Itinerary:
- Day 1: Rio de Janeiro to Nova Friburgo (Transfer & Birding)
- Day 2-3: Nova Friburgo (Full Day Birding)
- Day 4: Nova Friburgo to Itatiaia National Park (Transfer & Birding)
- Day 5: Itatiaia National Park (Full Day Birding)
- Day 6: Itatiaia National Park to Paraty (Transfer & Birding)
- Day 7: Paraty to Ubatuba (Transfer & Birding)
- Day 8: Ubatuba (Full Day Birding)
- Day 9: Ubatuba to Campos do Jordão (Transfer & Birding)
- Day 10: Campos do Jordão to Salesópolis/Macuquinho Lodge (Transfer &
Birding)
- Day 11: Salesópolis/Macuquinho Lodge to Peruíbe (Transfer & Birding)
- Day 12: Peruíbe to Intervales State Park (Transfer & Birding)
- Day 13-14: Intervales State Park (Full Day Birding)
- Day 15: Intervales State Park to Guarulhos Airport (Morning Birding &
Departure)
Please let me know if you are interested and what your availability looks
like for November.
Date: 5/12/26 12:23 pm From: Paul Ippolito <paulippolito295...> Subject: [Arlington Birds] MBC Trips Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Fellow MBC members,
This week we have a series of walks including a walk on Thursday at Mount
Auburn Cemetery, a walk on Friday at Arlington Reservoir, a walk on Sunday
at Horn Pond as well as another in a series of walks on Sunday at Bear
Creek Sanctuary in Saugus.
Please note that my Horn Pond walk on Sunday will be a faster paced walk
covering a large area as we try to find as many species as possible on this
half day walk. Parts of the walk have uneven terrain as we work our way up
to some of the powerline areas. These trails are a bit steeper and have
some loose gravel.
We continue to load in some of trips throughout May and into early June
including a few trips that are a bit further away in distance but that
offer opportunities for our MBC members.
Do, however, continue to look at the weekly e-mails as we will be
continually adding trips based upon what is being seen, weather and
availability of our leaders.
Spring migration is happening now with some interesting observations being
posted throughout Massachusetts so keep exploring your local patches, *report
what you are seeing* and enjoy all that our area has to offer.
*Thursday, May 14*
*Spring Migration at Mount Auburn Cemetery*
*John Edmondson 6:15 AM – 8:15 AM*
Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge and Watertown is one of the best local
spots to experience spring migration & this is the time of year to begin to
experience that migration. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. Meet
in front of the Story Chapel on Central Ave, across from the Asa Gray
Garden (Lawn Ave circle). 6:15 AM - 8:15 AM John Edmondson
<johnhedmondson...>
*Friday, May 15*
*Arlington Reservoir *
*John Edmondson 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM *We'll circle the reservoir looking for
early spring migrants including waterfowl and shorebirds. This is a fairly
short walk in distance on easy paths. If you arrive late, you can find us
by heading around until you catch up (we should be obvious). Easy to leave
early too if you like. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. Meet in
the parking lot off Lowell St, Arlington directly across the street from
Westmoreland Avenue.. 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM. John Edmondson
<johnhedmondson...>
*Sunday, May 17*
*Horn Pond, Woburn*
*Paul Ippolito 7:00 AM – Noon*
Join us as we explore the varied habitat of the Horn Pond Conservation
area. As we are still in a peak period for migration, we will be searching
for migrating warblers and resident birds such as Orchard Orioles,
Swallows, Eastern Phoebes, Warbling Vireos, Yellow Warblers and
Rose-breasted Grosbeaks. Please note this will be a fast paced walk
covering a large area as we try to find as many species as possible on this
half day walk. Parts of the walk have uneven terrain; muddy areas are
possible. Meet at the Sturgis Street entrance 7:00 AM - Noon Paul Ippolito
<paulippolito295...>
*Sunday, May 17*
*Bear Creek Sanctuary, Saugus *
*Soheil Zendeh 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM*
Here are details for attending the walk at this property:
Bear Creek is an upland sanctuary built on the WINWaste (formerly
Wheelabrator) landfill at the northeast corner of Rumney Marsh in Saugus
and Revere. Access information is below. Wear waterproof walking shoes and
be prepared to hike 3 – 4 miles. The property is mostly very open, so be
prepared for sun, wind and weather.
This walk is free and open to the public, but also note that this property
is accessible by invitation only and visitors need to be chaperoned at all
times. Please allow roughly 4 hours for this field trip. The actual length
of the trip depends on conditions and the birds present. It's usually
difficult to break up the party if you need to be somewhere in the early
afternoon. Come prepared to stay with the group.
WINWaste company has graciously stocked up on some extra pairs of
binoculars, so if you or someone you know wants to learn about birds and
birding, come on down. Please let Geoff Wilson <s2ary...> know
you're coming so we can have a head count.
Bear Creek Sanctuary access is via the WINWaste plant, 100 Salem Turnpike
(Rte 107), Saugus. The rotary at the intersection of Rtes 60 and 107 is
about 1½ miles southwest of the plant and about 1 mile east of Rte 1 exit
on Rte 60. When traveling northeast on 107, if you go over the Ballard
Street bridge (just after a set of lights) you’ve gone too far — turn back.
Here is a link to google maps: http://tinyurl.com/326v87d..
When you arrive, drive through the plant gates, park in the parking lot
immediately and wait for the group. Please do not drive farther into the
property without an escort.
*Tuesday, May 19*
*Federated Woman’s State Forest, Petersham *
*John Edmondson 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM *Join us as we explore this Quabbin
Region spot for several species of warblers, thrushes, and other central
Mass woods surprises. We’ll drive to multiple stops along the paved road
followed by a hike of more than 2 miles on a hilly trail to the top of
Soapstone Hill for different species. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird
Club. Registration in advance requested for organizing purposes. Email the
leader please. 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM. John Edmondson <johnhedmondson...>
*Friday, May 22*
*Spring Migration at Mount Auburn Cemetery*
*John Edmondson 6:15 AM – 8:15 AM*
Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge and Watertown is one of the best local
spots to experience spring migration & this is the time of year to begin to
experience that migration. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. Meet
in front of the Story Chapel on Central Ave, across from the Asa Gray
Garden (Lawn Ave circle). 6:15 AM - 8:15 AM John Edmondson
<johnhedmondson...>
*Sunday, May 24*
*Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, Concord*
*Jason Forbes 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM*
Join us as we look for Marsh birds with rails and Least Bittern our main
targets. Note that an entrance fee or pass (America the Beautiful or Duck
Stamp) is required. Meet at the Refuge parking lot off Monsen Road (off
Route 62) in Concord. 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM Jason Forbes
*<jason...>* <jason...>
*Saturday, May 30*
*Dunback Meadow, Lexington *
*Cliff Cook 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM*
Join us we target late migrants including Mourning Warbler and flycatchers.
Be prepared to walk three to five miles. Co-sponsored with the Brookline
Bird Club. Meet at the tennis court parking near the Clark Middle School on
Stedman Road in Lexington. 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM Cliff Cook <ccook13...>
*Sunday, June 7*
*Martin Burns WMA, Newbury Orchard Street Entrance *
*Linda Ferraresso 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM *
We will walk on fairly level gravel roads for 3 miles looking for breeding
birds including Field Sparrow, Indigo Bunting, and Prairie Warbler.
Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. No restroom facilities. Meet at
the Orchard Street entrance in Newbury. Linda Ferraresso 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
<tattler1...>
If you are interested in leading a trip, please reach out to Diana
Fruguglietti <Diana.fru...> or myself, the club would be so lucky to
have you lead.
Please continue to post your observations.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Date: 5/11/26 8:07 am From: 'PAUL ROBERTS' via Arlington Birds <arlingtonbirds...> Subject: [Arlington Birds] Bird Flu, especially with regard to raptors
The Spring 2026 issue of Bird Conservation, by the American Bird Conservancy, has an excellent article on Bird Flu in the Wild by Deanna Altomara. The article provides an overview of the origins and spread of the flu, noting its effect on some of our largest and most iconic species, including raptors. I'd heard reports of significant die-offs of Bald Eagles in Florida, Georgia and Maineover the past two years, but nothing very specific. It's difficult to accurately measure mortality in most wild birds. One of the simplest indicators is the status of breeding populations where nests can be quantified. Altomara notes that coastal populations of Peregrine Falcon "have plummeted for the first time since the 1960s and '70s, when the bird was nearly wiped out by the use of the pesticide DDT." She reports that the breeding population of Peregrine Falcons in the San Francisco Bay Area has declined by roughly 67% between 2022-2025. (Separately, I know the Center for Conservation Biology reports that in the Delarmva Peninsula in 2025 13 of 18 adults identified during the 2024 breeding season were absent in 2025. 12 of 17 adults seen in 2023 were absent in 2024. The average annual adult loss was only 16.2% in seven years prior to 2023.) Peregrines are particularly vulnerable because they can feed on flu-infected birds that migrate through or winter in their territories. Altomara reports that more than 130 dead Peregrines tested positive for the flu since 2022, which is clearly an underestimate as many carcasses of dead falcons are never recovered. High virus detection rates also have been found in White-tailed and Bald Eagles, Great Horned Owl, Red-tailed and Rough-legged Hawks, and Gyrfalcon. Very recently a significant portion of the Conowingp Reservoir in Maryland, hosting perhaps the largest Bald Eagle population in the eastern U.S. has been closed to the public because of avian influenza. In the U.S., the bird flu has sickened about 70 people, two of whom died, but the virus is currently considered a low threat to humans. (Most of the illness has been with humans who work with commercial fowl.) In 2023, about 20 of roughly 560 California Condors were killed by the virus. "Desperate scientists tested a vaccine in Black Vultures," which proved effective. Over 200 free-flying and captive condors have been successfully vaccinated. The article reports recent significant die-offs of wildlife. In 2025 67,000 geese were claimed by the virus at a refuge in Kansas. 50,000 Eared Grebes died on the Great Salt Lake, and 1500 Sandhill Cranes died in Indiana. Earlier this year over 16,000 Canada Geese died of the flu in New Jersey. The flu is constantly evolving and different species are responding differently. Some species are developing antibodies with infected individuals often asymptomatic. Generally, people are advised not to come into direct contact with dead birds because the virus might be contagious to individuals or passed on to other wildlife (including dogs.) If you find a dead raptor or a number of dead waterfowl notify your local Animal Control Officer or Mass Wildlife. Typically wildlife agencies will not collect or test passerines or waterfowl for the virus unless a significant number of dead birds are found together, as in Kansas, Utah and New Jersey. Best, Paul Paul M. Roberts Medford, MA <phawk254...>
Date: 5/10/26 3:06 pm From: John Edmondson <johnhedmondson...> Subject: Re: [Arlington Birds] MBC Walks Monday, Thursday, Friday and this weekend
Hi All,
I'm definitely going to do the trip on Friday, but I didn't plan well and
the water levels are up and there is essentially no chance of shorebirds.
We'll hope for warblers and other nice birds on the Res and on the farm.
John
On Sun, May 10, 2026 at 5:41 PM Paul Ippolito <paulippolito295...>
wrote:
> Fellow MBC members,
>
> This week we have a series of walks including Monday at the Brooks Estate
> in Medford, a walk on Thursday at Mount Auburn Cemetery, a walk on Friday
> at Arlington Reservoir as well as another in a series of walks on Sunday at
> Bear Creek Sanctuary in Saugus. In addition, I will be leading a ½ day
> walk at Horn Pond this weekend as it will be prime migration. Details to
> follow as I need to coordinate a few personal things prior to committing to
> Saturday or Sunday. Expect this to be a fast pace walk covering all of Horn
> Pond as we try to find as many migrants as possible.
>
>
>
> We continue to load in some of trips throughout May and into early June
> including a few trips that are a bit further away in distance but that
> offer opportunities for our MBC members.
>
>
>
> Do, however, continue to look at the weekly e-mails as we will be
> continually adding trips based upon what is being seen, weather and
> availability of our leaders.
>
>
>
> Spring migration is happening now with some interesting observations being
> posted throughout Massachusetts so keep exploring your local patches, *report
> what you are seeing* and enjoy all that our area has to offer.
>
> *Monday, May 11*
>
> *Brooks Estate, Medford*
>
> *Audrey Stanwood, 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM*
>
> Please join us as we explore the Brooks Estate, a hidden urban oasis, for
> spring migrants. Migration is in full swing now and we will see many
> songbird species who travel through the northeast in search of food and
> ultimately the perfect bird mate. Co sponsored with Medford-Brooks Estate
> Land Trust. Meeting location: 255-277 Grove Street (Brooks Estate Path on
> Google Maps), meet at the metal green gate. Parking is limited so please
> park on nearby side streets or refer to www.brooksestate.org for parking
> suggestions. Please do not park in adjacent Oak Grove Cemetery. 7:30 AM -
> 9:00 AM Audrey Stanwood <audreyst...>
>
>
>
> *Thursday, May 14*
>
> *Spring Migration at Mount Auburn Cemetery*
>
> *John Edmondson 6:15 AM – 8:15 AM*
>
> Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge and Watertown is one of the best local
> spots to experience spring migration & this is the time of year to begin to
> experience that migration. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. Meet
> in front of the Story Chapel on Central Ave, across from the Asa Gray
> Garden (Lawn Ave circle). 6:15 AM - 8:15 AM John Edmondson
> <johnhedmondson...>
>
>
>
> *Friday, May 15*
>
> *Arlington Reservoir *
>
>
> *John Edmondson 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM *We'll circle the reservoir looking for
> early spring migrants including waterfowl and shorebirds. This is a fairly
> short walk in distance on easy paths. If you arrive late, you can find us
> by heading around until you catch up (we should be obvious). Easy to leave
> early too if you like. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. Meet in
> the parking lot off Lowell St, Arlington directly across the street from
> Westmoreland Avenue.. 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM. John Edmondson
> <johnhedmondson...>
>
>
>
> *Sunday, May 17*
>
> *Bear Creek Sanctuary, Saugus *
>
> *Soheil Zendeh 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM*
>
>
>
> Here are details for attending the walk at this property:
>
> Bear Creek is an upland sanctuary built on the WINWaste (formerly
> Wheelabrator) landfill at the northeast corner of Rumney Marsh in Saugus
> and Revere. Access information is below. Wear waterproof walking shoes and
> be prepared to hike 3 – 4 miles. The property is mostly very open, so be
> prepared for sun, wind and weather.
>
>
>
> This walk is free and open to the public, but also note that this property
> is accessible by invitation only and visitors need to be chaperoned at all
> times. Please allow roughly 4 hours for this field trip. The actual length
> of the trip depends on conditions and the birds present. It's usually
> difficult to break up the party if you need to be somewhere in the early
> afternoon. Come prepared to stay with the group.
>
>
>
> WINWaste company has graciously stocked up on some extra pairs of
> binoculars, so if you or someone you know wants to learn about birds and
> birding, come on down. Please let Geoff Wilson <s2ary...> know
> you're coming so we can have a head count.
>
>
>
> Bear Creek Sanctuary access is via the WINWaste plant, 100 Salem Turnpike
> (Rte 107), Saugus. The rotary at the intersection of Rtes 60 and 107 is
> about 1½ miles southwest of the plant and about 1 mile east of Rte 1 exit
> on Rte 60. When traveling northeast on 107, if you go over the Ballard
> Street bridge (just after a set of lights) you’ve gone too far — turn back.
> Here is a link to google maps: http://tinyurl.com/326v87d..
>
>
>
> When you arrive, drive through the plant gates, park in the parking lot
> immediately and wait for the group. Please do not drive farther into the
> property without an escort.
>
>
>
> *Tuesday, May 19*
>
> *Federated Woman’s State Forest, Petersham *
>
>
> *John Edmondson 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM *Join us as we explore this Quabbin
> Region spot for several species of warblers, thrushes, and other central
> Mass woods surprises. We’ll drive to multiple stops along the paved road
> followed by a hike of more than 2 miles on a hilly trail to the top of
> Soapstone Hill for different species. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird
> Club. Registration in advance requested for organizing purposes. Email the
> leader please. 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM. John Edmondson <johnhedmondson...>
>
>
>
> *Friday, May 22*
>
> *Spring Migration at Mount Auburn Cemetery*
>
> *John Edmondson 6:15 AM – 8:15 AM*
>
> Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge and Watertown is one of the best local
> spots to experience spring migration & this is the time of year to begin to
> experience that migration. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. Meet
> in front of the Story Chapel on Central Ave, across from the Asa Gray
> Garden (Lawn Ave circle). 6:15 AM - 8:15 AM John Edmondson
> <johnhedmondson...>
>
>
>
> *Sunday, May 24*
>
> *Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, Concord*
>
> *Jason Forbes 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM*
>
> Join us as we look for Marsh birds with rails and Least Bittern our main
> targets. Note that an entrance fee or pass (America the Beautiful or Duck
> Stamp) is required. Meet at the Refuge parking lot off Monsen Road (off
> Route 62) in Concord. 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM Jason Forbes
> *<jason...>* <jason...>
>
>
>
> *Saturday, May 30*
>
> *Dunback Meadow, Lexington *
>
> *Cliff Cook 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM*
>
> Join us we target late migrants including Mourning Warbler and
> flycatchers. Be prepared to walk three to five miles. Co-sponsored with
> the Brookline Bird Club. Meet at the tennis court parking near the Clark
> Middle School on Stedman Road in Lexington. 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM Cliff Cook
> <ccook13...>
>
>
> *Sunday, June 7*
>
> *Martin Burns WMA, Newbury Orchard Street Entrance *
>
> *Linda Ferraresso 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM *
>
> We will walk on fairly level gravel roads for 3 miles looking for breeding
> birds including Field Sparrow, Indigo Bunting, and Prairie Warbler.
> Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. No restroom facilities. Meet at
> the Orchard Street entrance in Newbury. Linda Ferraresso 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
> <tattler1...>
>
>
> If you are interested in leading a trip, please reach out to Diana
> Fruguglietti <Diana.fru...> or myself, the club would be so lucky
> to have you lead.
>
> Please continue to post your observations.
>
> If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
>
> Paul Ippolito
> Woburn
>
>
>
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>
Date: 5/10/26 2:41 pm From: Paul Ippolito <paulippolito295...> Subject: [Arlington Birds] MBC Walks Monday, Thursday, Friday and this weekend
Fellow MBC members,
This week we have a series of walks including Monday at the Brooks Estate
in Medford, a walk on Thursday at Mount Auburn Cemetery, a walk on Friday
at Arlington Reservoir as well as another in a series of walks on Sunday at
Bear Creek Sanctuary in Saugus. In addition, I will be leading a ½ day
walk at Horn Pond this weekend as it will be prime migration. Details to
follow as I need to coordinate a few personal things prior to committing to
Saturday or Sunday. Expect this to be a fast pace walk covering all of Horn
Pond as we try to find as many migrants as possible.
We continue to load in some of trips throughout May and into early June
including a few trips that are a bit further away in distance but that
offer opportunities for our MBC members.
Do, however, continue to look at the weekly e-mails as we will be
continually adding trips based upon what is being seen, weather and
availability of our leaders.
Spring migration is happening now with some interesting observations being
posted throughout Massachusetts so keep exploring your local patches, *report
what you are seeing* and enjoy all that our area has to offer.
*Monday, May 11*
*Brooks Estate, Medford*
*Audrey Stanwood, 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM*
Please join us as we explore the Brooks Estate, a hidden urban oasis, for
spring migrants. Migration is in full swing now and we will see many
songbird species who travel through the northeast in search of food and
ultimately the perfect bird mate. Co sponsored with Medford-Brooks Estate
Land Trust. Meeting location: 255-277 Grove Street (Brooks Estate Path on
Google Maps), meet at the metal green gate. Parking is limited so please
park on nearby side streets or refer to www.brooksestate.org for parking
suggestions. Please do not park in adjacent Oak Grove Cemetery. 7:30 AM -
9:00 AM Audrey Stanwood <audreyst...>
*Thursday, May 14*
*Spring Migration at Mount Auburn Cemetery*
*John Edmondson 6:15 AM – 8:15 AM*
Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge and Watertown is one of the best local
spots to experience spring migration & this is the time of year to begin to
experience that migration. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. Meet
in front of the Story Chapel on Central Ave, across from the Asa Gray
Garden (Lawn Ave circle). 6:15 AM - 8:15 AM John Edmondson
<johnhedmondson...>
*Friday, May 15*
*Arlington Reservoir *
*John Edmondson 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM *We'll circle the reservoir looking for
early spring migrants including waterfowl and shorebirds. This is a fairly
short walk in distance on easy paths. If you arrive late, you can find us
by heading around until you catch up (we should be obvious). Easy to leave
early too if you like. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. Meet in
the parking lot off Lowell St, Arlington directly across the street from
Westmoreland Avenue.. 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM. John Edmondson
<johnhedmondson...>
*Sunday, May 17*
*Bear Creek Sanctuary, Saugus *
*Soheil Zendeh 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM*
Here are details for attending the walk at this property:
Bear Creek is an upland sanctuary built on the WINWaste (formerly
Wheelabrator) landfill at the northeast corner of Rumney Marsh in Saugus
and Revere. Access information is below. Wear waterproof walking shoes and
be prepared to hike 3 – 4 miles. The property is mostly very open, so be
prepared for sun, wind and weather.
This walk is free and open to the public, but also note that this property
is accessible by invitation only and visitors need to be chaperoned at all
times. Please allow roughly 4 hours for this field trip. The actual length
of the trip depends on conditions and the birds present. It's usually
difficult to break up the party if you need to be somewhere in the early
afternoon. Come prepared to stay with the group.
WINWaste company has graciously stocked up on some extra pairs of
binoculars, so if you or someone you know wants to learn about birds and
birding, come on down. Please let Geoff Wilson <s2ary...> know
you're coming so we can have a head count.
Bear Creek Sanctuary access is via the WINWaste plant, 100 Salem Turnpike
(Rte 107), Saugus. The rotary at the intersection of Rtes 60 and 107 is
about 1½ miles southwest of the plant and about 1 mile east of Rte 1 exit
on Rte 60. When traveling northeast on 107, if you go over the Ballard
Street bridge (just after a set of lights) you’ve gone too far — turn back.
Here is a link to google maps: http://tinyurl.com/326v87d..
When you arrive, drive through the plant gates, park in the parking lot
immediately and wait for the group. Please do not drive farther into the
property without an escort.
*Tuesday, May 19*
*Federated Woman’s State Forest, Petersham *
*John Edmondson 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM *Join us as we explore this Quabbin
Region spot for several species of warblers, thrushes, and other central
Mass woods surprises. We’ll drive to multiple stops along the paved road
followed by a hike of more than 2 miles on a hilly trail to the top of
Soapstone Hill for different species. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird
Club. Registration in advance requested for organizing purposes. Email the
leader please. 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM. John Edmondson <johnhedmondson...>
*Friday, May 22*
*Spring Migration at Mount Auburn Cemetery*
*John Edmondson 6:15 AM – 8:15 AM*
Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge and Watertown is one of the best local
spots to experience spring migration & this is the time of year to begin to
experience that migration. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. Meet
in front of the Story Chapel on Central Ave, across from the Asa Gray
Garden (Lawn Ave circle). 6:15 AM - 8:15 AM John Edmondson
<johnhedmondson...>
*Sunday, May 24*
*Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, Concord*
*Jason Forbes 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM*
Join us as we look for Marsh birds with rails and Least Bittern our main
targets. Note that an entrance fee or pass (America the Beautiful or Duck
Stamp) is required. Meet at the Refuge parking lot off Monsen Road (off
Route 62) in Concord. 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM Jason Forbes
*<jason...>* <jason...>
*Saturday, May 30*
*Dunback Meadow, Lexington *
*Cliff Cook 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM*
Join us we target late migrants including Mourning Warbler and flycatchers.
Be prepared to walk three to five miles. Co-sponsored with the Brookline
Bird Club. Meet at the tennis court parking near the Clark Middle School on
Stedman Road in Lexington. 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM Cliff Cook <ccook13...>
*Sunday, June 7*
*Martin Burns WMA, Newbury Orchard Street Entrance *
*Linda Ferraresso 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM *
We will walk on fairly level gravel roads for 3 miles looking for breeding
birds including Field Sparrow, Indigo Bunting, and Prairie Warbler.
Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. No restroom facilities. Meet at
the Orchard Street entrance in Newbury. Linda Ferraresso 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
<tattler1...>
If you are interested in leading a trip, please reach out to Diana
Fruguglietti <Diana.fru...> or myself, the club would be so lucky to
have you lead.
Please continue to post your observations.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Date: 5/8/26 2:38 am From: Mark Hibberd <markghibberd...> Subject: Re: [Arlington Birds] Warblers in my yard
Good to know and thanks for the feedback
Mark
On Thu, May 7, 2026 at 2:31 PM Betty Widerski <bwiderski.resist...>
wrote:
> They do give a % certainty and likely. I tend to give more credence to
> multiple IDs and not much to one-offs unless I listen and it’s definite
> (like honking waterfowl passing overhead). And I never believe owls because
> it’s usually a fire/police siren!
>
> Betty
>
> BettyWiderski.com
> WhatBettyKnows.com
>
> On May 7, 2026, at 1:15 PM, Mark Hibberd <markghibberd...> wrote:
>
>
>
> Many thanks
> How reliable do we think of these findings from the device, curious
> Mark
>
>
>
> On Thu, May 7, 2026 at 1:09 PM Betty Widerski <bwiderski.resist...>
> wrote:
>
>> I recently got a Birdweather PUC monitor and set up in my E. Arlington
>> yard. This morning was a warbler bonanza - besides a FOY Catbird it
>> detected:
>>
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Date: 5/8/26 2:38 am From: Andrew Whitacre <akwhitacre...> Subject: Re: [Arlington Birds] Warblers in my yard
Send them my way please, ha. I think I might be a day behind.
The PUC and warblers are nice because there aren't many false positives.
Their pitch seems to be in a sweet spot between high electronic noise (lots
of false golden-crowned kinglet IDs) and lower man-made noise (false
positives for some thrushes, herons, and of course police sirens as common
loons).
On Thu, May 7, 2026 at 1:09 PM Betty Widerski <bwiderski.resist...>
wrote:
> I recently got a Birdweather PUC monitor and set up in my E. Arlington
> yard. This morning was a warbler bonanza - besides a FOY Catbird it
> detected:
>
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Date: 5/8/26 2:38 am From: Mark Hibberd <markghibberd...> Subject: Re: [Arlington Birds] Warblers in my yard
Many thanks
How reliable do we think of these findings from the device, curious
Mark
On Thu, May 7, 2026 at 1:09 PM Betty Widerski <bwiderski.resist...>
wrote:
> I recently got a Birdweather PUC monitor and set up in my E. Arlington
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Date: 5/7/26 6:08 am From: Paul Ippolito <paulippolito295...> Subject: [Arlington Birds] MBC Trips Saturday, Monday and beyond
Fellow MBC members,
We have an early evening walk on Saturday at Horn Pond in Woburn and a walk
on Monday at Brooks estate in Medford. Please do keep an eye on the
listserv for trip updates, as we seem to be entering an unsettled weather
pattern over the next week, which can be great for bringing in migrants but
at times not so great for birding in the rain.
We continue to load in some of trips throughout May and into early June
including a few trips that are a bit further away in distance but that
offer opportunities for our MBC members.
Do, however, continue to look at the weekly e-mails as we will be
continually adding trips based upon what is being seen, weather and
availability of our leaders.
Spring migration is happening now with some interesting observations being
posted throughout Massachusetts so keep exploring your local patches, *report
what you are seeing* and enjoy all that our area has to offer.
Let's look for spring migrants such as Eastern Phoebe, Ruby-crowned
Kinglet, and warblers. A focus of this walk will be the power lines in
search of Prairie Warbler, Field Sparrow, Eastern Towhee. Please note this
path is steeper and contains some rocky terrain so wear appropriate
footwear.Meet at the Sturgis Street Entrance 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM Diana
Fruguglietti <diana.fru...>
*Monday, May 11*
*Brooks Estate, Medford*
*Audrey Stanwood, 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM*
Please join us as we explore the Brooks Estate, a hidden urban oasis, for
spring migrants. Migration is in full swing now and we will see many
songbird species who travel through the northeast in search of food and
ultimately the perfect bird mate. Co sponsored with Medford-Brooks Estate
Land Trust. Meeting location: 255-277 Grove Street (Brooks Estate Path on
Google Maps), meet at the metal green gate. Parking is limited so please
park on nearby side streets or refer to www.brooksestate.org for parking
suggestions. Please do not park in adjacent Oak Grove Cemetery. 7:30 AM -
9:00 AM Audrey Stanwood <audreyst...>
*Thursday, May 14*
*Spring Migration at Mount Auburn Cemetery*
*John Edmondson 6:15 AM – 8:15 AM*
Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge and Watertown is one of the best local
spots to experience spring migration & this is the time of year to begin to
experience that migration. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. Meet
in front of the Story Chapel on Central Ave, across from the Asa Gray
Garden (Lawn Ave circle). 6:15 AM - 8:15 AM John Edmondson
<johnhedmondson...>
*Friday, May 15*
*Arlington Reservoir *
*John Edmondson 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM *We'll circle the reservoir looking for
early spring migrants including waterfowl and shorebirds. This is a fairly
short walk in distance on easy paths. If you arrive late, you can find us
by heading around until you catch up (we should be obvious). Easy to leave
early too if you like. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. Meet in
the parking lot off Lowell St, Arlington directly across the street from
Westmoreland Avenue.. 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM. John Edmondson
<johnhedmondson...>
*Sunday, May 17*
*Bear Creek Sanctuary, Saugus *
*Soheil Zendeh 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM*
Here are details for attending the walk at this property:
Bear Creek is an upland sanctuary built on the WINWaste (formerly
Wheelabrator) landfill at the northeast corner of Rumney Marsh in Saugus
and Revere. Access information is below. Wear waterproof walking shoes and
be prepared to hike 3 – 4 miles. The property is mostly very open, so be
prepared for sun, wind and weather.
This walk is free and open to the public, but also note that this property
is accessible by invitation only and visitors need to be chaperoned at all
times. Please allow roughly 4 hours for this field trip. The actual length
of the trip depends on conditions and the birds present. It's usually
difficult to break up the party if you need to be somewhere in the early
afternoon. Come prepared to stay with the group.
WINWaste company has graciously stocked up on some extra pairs of
binoculars, so if you or someone you know wants to learn about birds and
birding, come on down. Please let Geoff Wilson <s2ary...> know
you're coming so we can have a head count.
Bear Creek Sanctuary access is via the WINWaste plant, 100 Salem Turnpike
(Rte 107), Saugus. The rotary at the intersection of Rtes 60 and 107 is
about 1½ miles southwest of the plant and about 1 mile east of Rte 1 exit
on Rte 60. When traveling northeast on 107, if you go over the Ballard
Street bridge (just after a set of lights) you’ve gone too far — turn back.
Here is a link to google maps: http://tinyurl.com/326v87d..
When you arrive, drive through the plant gates, park in the parking lot
immediately and wait for the group. Please do not drive farther into the
property without an escort.
*Tuesday, May 19*
*Federated Woman’s State Forest, Petersham *
*John Edmondson 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM *Join us as we explore this Quabbin
Region spot for several species of warblers, thrushes, and other central
Mass woods surprises. We’ll drive to multiple stops along the paved road
followed by a hike of more than 2 miles on a hilly trail to the top of
Soapstone Hill for different species. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird
Club. Registration in advance requested for organizing purposes. Email the
leader please. 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM. John Edmondson <johnhedmondson...>
*Friday, May 22*
*Spring Migration at Mount Auburn Cemetery*
*John Edmondson 6:15 AM – 8:15 AM*
Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge and Watertown is one of the best local
spots to experience spring migration & this is the time of year to begin to
experience that migration. Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. Meet
in front of the Story Chapel on Central Ave, across from the Asa Gray
Garden (Lawn Ave circle). 6:15 AM - 8:15 AM John Edmondson
<johnhedmondson...>
*Sunday, May 24*
*Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, Concord*
*Jason Forbes 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM*
Join us as we look for Marsh birds with rails and Least Bittern our main
targets. Note that an entrance fee or pass (America the Beautiful or Duck
Stamp) is required. Meet at the Refuge parking lot off Monsen Road (off
Route 62) in Concord. 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM Jason Forbes
*<jason...>* <jason...>
*Saturday, May 30*
*Dunback Meadow, Lexington *
*Cliff Cook 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM*
Join us we target late migrants including Mourning Warbler and flycatchers.
Be prepared to walk three to five miles. Co-sponsored with the Brookline
Bird Club. Meet at the tennis court parking near the Clark Middle School on
Stedman Road in Lexington. 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM Cliff Cook <ccook13...>
*Sunday, June 7*
*Martin Burns WMA, Newbury Orchard Street Entrance *
*Linda Ferraresso 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM *
We will walk on fairly level gravel roads for 3 miles looking for breeding
birds including Field Sparrow, Indigo Bunting, and Prairie Warbler.
Co-sponsored with the Brookline Bird Club. No restroom facilities. Meet at
the Orchard Street entrance in Newbury. Linda Ferraresso 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
<tattler1...>
If you are interested in leading a trip, please reach out to Diana
Fruguglietti <Diana.fru...> or myself, the club would be so lucky to
have you lead.
Please continue to post your observations.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
