Walks
On a Saturday morning in May at the Blake Town Forest in Gill
Bird walks happen each spring and fall. Our busiest time of year is from late March through early June which includes the spring migration season. Nature walks can happen any time. Some walks are guided by experienced individuals. Some walks are self-guided.
The schedule of guided walks is subject to change. If it's raining, guided walks are canceled. Check this page frequently and before heading out to a site.
If you're going out by yourself during the spring or fall migration seasons, check the Cornell Lab of Ornithology's BirdCast site for up to date forecasts of best days. Keep in mind the following:
Many birds migrate at night when the atmosphere is more stable and free of thermals, meaning they expend less energy in flight. Also, there are fewer predators about at night.
Some species use the stars to navigate, although light pollution from urban areas has made this more difficult or impossible.
Birds that migrate at night then rest during the day. Best viewing will be early in the morning or at dusk.
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COVID RULES
Please bring a mask. Be prepared to wear it if conditions warrant.
Rules will be updated as conditions change.
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RECOMMENDED ANYTIME - Gunnery Sergeant Jeffrey S. Ames Accessible Nature Trail
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Spring 2024 Bird Walks
Northfield Bird Club
Led by NBC Naturalist, David Brown
Check back for complete details and directions
Wednesday, May 1, 9-11 am: Mill Brook bird walk.
Saturday, May 4, 8-11 am: Bird walk at Northfield Mountain picnic area.
Wednesday, May 8, 9-11 am: Mill Brook bird walk.
Saturday, May 11, 8-11 am: Bird walk at Hinsdale Setbacks.
Wednesday, May 15, 9-11 am: Mill Brook bird walk.
Thursday, May 16, 6pm: Meadow Birds indoor program at the Northfield library.
Saturday, May 18, 8-11am: Bird walk at Camp Warwick.
Wednesday, May 22, 9-11am: Mill Brook bird walk.
Saturday, May 25, 9-Noon, Meadow Birds Walk - Off Old Wendell Road, Northfield (near the Erving town line - more precise directions to follow).
Wednesday, May 29, 9-11am: Mill Brook bird walk.
Saturday, June 1, 9:30am-1pm: Birding by canoe at Long Pond, Royalston.
Wednesday, June 4, 9-11am: Mill Brook bird walk.
Saturday, June 8, 9-11am: Accessible birding at Alderbrook preserve.
Watch this space for updated details.
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Click here to find out more about our usual venues and to review birding results of some past walks.