Date: 5/5/25 5:10 am From: Paul Ippolito <paulippolito295...> Subject: [Arlington Birds] MBC Trips this weekend - clarified
Fellow MBC members,
As we are entering the peak migration period, we have walks this week on
Tuesday @ Greenwood Park in Stoneham, Wednesday @ Brooks Estate in Medford,
and Saturday @ Horn Pond in Woburn. (The correct day is Saturday) Do
however continue to look at the weekly e-mails as we continually add trips
based upon what is being seen, weather and availability of our leaders.
The weather this week is less than ideal in terms of expected rain, so do
please keep an eye out for updates from our trip leaders throughout the
week.
To help you plan ahead; our next and final meeting of the season will
be on Tuesday,
May 20th @ 6:45 PM at the Jenks Center, 109 Skillings Road in Winchester
as we will have our highly anticipated Members Photo Night! This event is
sure to be a favorite, showcasing breathtaking photography and captivating
stories from our talented members.
We are in peak migration and some interesting observations being posted
throughout Massachusetts so keep exploring your local patches, *report what
you’re seeing* and enjoy all that our area has to offer.
*Tuesday May 6*
*Greenwood Park, Stoneham*
*Linda Ireland 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM*
Join us as we explore the trails of Greenwood Park in search of spring
migrants and local breeding birds that have begun to arrive. Along the
way, we will take time to admire the diverse botany in the area. The
trails in some locations have uneven terrain or a bit steep so a walking
stick may be of benefit. Meet at Greenwood Park across from Stone Zoo,
Stoneham. 9:00 – 10:30 AM Linda Ireland <lsireland...>
*Wednesday May 7*
*Brooks Estate, Medford*
*Maureen Dolan & Barbara Strella 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM*
Join us as we explore the Brooks Estate for spring migrants and local
breeding birds as the peak of the spring migration will be underway and new
birds will be arriving every day.
Meet at the entrance at 266 Grove St. 8:00 – 10:00 AM Barbara Strella
<strell...> & Maureen Dolan <maureendolan22...>
*Saturday, May 10*
*Horn Pond, Woburn *
*Paul Ippolito 7:00 AM – 11:30 AM*
Join us as we explore the varied habitat of the Horn Pond Conservation
area. As we are in a peak period for migration, on this unique walk, we
will be searching the entire area of Horn Pond in search of as many species
as we can find in this ½ day of birding. 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. As we are trying to find as many species as possible, we will be
moving at a much faster pace than normal and traveling up Horn Pond
Mountain. Thus please plan accordingly as the walk will have uneven
terrain; muddy areas are expected due to the recent rains. Meet at the
Sturgis Street entrance 7:00 AM - 11:30 AM Paul Ippolito
<paulippolito295...>
*Tuesday, May 20*
*6:15 PM Social Time, 6:45 Meeting Start*
*Members Photo Night*
*Jenks Center, Winchester*
Please join the Menotomy Bird Club for our highly anticipated Members Photo
Night! This event is sure to be a favorite, showcasing breathtaking
photography and captivating stories from our talented members. What to
Expect: Stunning images of local birds & wildlife, Highlights from exotic
travel destinations, and Spectacular nature and scenic photography. This
presentation promises to be a season highlight! Don’t miss out!
If you are interested in leading a trip, please reach out to Alan Ankers,
Renee LaFontaine 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.
