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We use an RSVP system to enable the leader to know who to expect at walks. All walks require attendees to notify the leader of their intention to attend. Email or call the leader as stated in the walk description. If no RSVPs are received it will be the leader’s option to cancel the walk. Anyone may come even if they don’t RSVP, but if the walk is cancelled or rescheduled, only those who have RSVPed will be updated. If your plans change, it please try to inform the leader by the night before. Walks last about 2 hours depending of the weather and the bird supply!
Salisbury Beach in Salisbury, MA
Saturday, January 10, 2026 @ 9:00 AM
We will meet at the parking lot at the end of State Reservation Road, after the entrance to Salisbury State Park. (There is no fee for entering in the winter.) Much of this walk would be handicapped accessible as it is mostly paved roads and no hills. We should see wintering ducks, including Common Loons, Scaups, Long-tailed Ducks, sometimes owls and/or Bald Eagles.
There are restrooms at the parking lot.
Leader: Mike Timko
RSVP by January 8th to Mike at: mptimko2@me.com or call/text 978-771-1908
Lawrence Crow Roost in Lawrence, MA
Monday, January 19, 2026 @ 4:00 PM in the evening
The Club will meet Craig Gibson (Lawrence Crow Patrol leader) for a late afternoon viewing of the American Crow roost that has been occurring on the Merrimack River in Lawrence for many years. Because the roost can move around each night, we will announce the meeting place closer to the event. This can be a fun event for family or people new to birding. Learn more about the history of the Lawrence crow roost at Craig’s website “Winter Crow Roost”.
There are no restrooms at the viewing areas.
Leader: Craig Gibson
RSVP: by January 16 to Donna Cooper at: donna.j.cooper@gmail.com or call/text 978-944-0655
Cape Ann – Gloucester and Rockport, MA
Saturday, February 21, 2026 @ 9:00 AM
We will meet at the Gloucester’s Fisherman Statue on Western Ave in Gloucester. Then we will go by car to several locations in search of wintering shore birds. There are no restrooms, unless we stop in Rockport, until we get to Halibut Point State Park. We will choose the stops based on what is being reported on eBird, for the best chance of interesting viewing.
Leader: Allen Hairston
RSVP by February 19th to Allen at: allenhairston59@gmail.com or call/text 978-806-6198
Woodcocks - Ipswich River Park in North Reading, MA
Saturday, March 14th @ 6:30 PM
Meet in the parking lot at Ipswich River Park in North Reading 15 Central Street, North Reading, MA (not MassAudubon’s Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary in Topsfield). This evening event involves walking in the growing darkness on paved roads and paths. Bring flashlights and keep your eyes on the soaring display of the males who are courting nearby attentive females.
This is an accessible walk as it is on flat paved paths, without hills. It will be dark.
There are restroom facilities near the playground which may be open.
Leader: Donna Cooper
RSVP by March 12th a to Donna at donna.j.cooper@gmail.com or call/text 978-944-0655
Spring Ducks at Haggett’s Pond in Andover, MA
Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 8:00 AM
Park at the end of the Haggett’s Pond Rail Trail on High Plain Road (parking is near 256 High Plain Rd). There should be early warblers, woodland birds, and water birds. This walk, along trails at the back side of Haggett’s Pond and the environs can be muddy, and crossing the dam requires sturdy walking shoes.
There are no restroom facilities on this walk.
Leader: Mike Timko
RSVP by April 8th to Mike at: mptimko2@me.com or 978-771-1908
Jenkins Quarry Reservation/Skug River in Andover, MA
Saturday, April 18, 2026 @ 8:00 AM
Meet at the end of Douglass Lane, Andover MA
This will be a woodland walk through parts of Andover Conservation land and the Harold Parker State Forest. We will follow parts of the Skug River.
There are no restroom facilities on this walk.
Leader: Zoltan Poleretzky
RSVP by April 16th to Zoltan at zoltanap@gmail.com or call/text (978) 397-2530
Barker Street in North Andover, MA
Saturday, May 2, 2026 @ 8:00 AM
Meet at the intersection of Route 125 and Barker St. (map) in North Andover. Park on the roadside. We will walk about 1 mile in and 1 mile back, on a beautiful paved country road, continuing onto a dirt road that is often wet, to a powerline easement. Rose-breasted Grosbeaks, Scarlet Tanagers, and Baltimore Orioles are usually seen.
There are no restroom facilities on this walk.
Leader: Mark Marroni
RSVP by April 29th to Marl at markjmarroni@gmail.com or call/text 978-689-6940
Lowell Cemetery in Lowell, MA
Sunday, May 3, 2026 @ 8:00 AM
We meet at the Lawrence St. gate of the Lowell Cemetery which is across the street from 1025 Lawrence St Lowell. There is parking there. Be prepared for a somewhat hilly walk on pavement of 1-2 miles. We will look for a variety of spring migrants with Mike Baird who is very familiar with the Cemetery.
This can be an accessible walk because the paths are generally paved, though there are hills.
There are no restroom facilities on this walk but a Dunkin Donuts, Wendy’s and McDonald's are nearby.
Leader: Mike Baird (guest leader)
RSVP to Donna at donna.j.cooper@gmail.com or call/text 978-944-0655
James Swamp in North Andover MA
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 @ 8:00 AM
Meet at Reynolds Field and Playground parking lot on Rea Street, North Andover (corner of Johnson and Rea). Target species are spring warblers, Rusty Blackbirds, Tanagers and Grosbeaks, possibly Virginia Rails and Barred Owl.
There are no restrooms at this location.
Leader: Mark Marroni
RSVP by May 4th to Mark at markjmarroni@gmail.com or call/text 978-689-6940
Retelle Memorial Baker’s Meadow Walk and Annual Meeting in Andover, MA
Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 9:00 to 11:00 AM plus annual meeting
We will meet at Evelyn Retelle’s home at 64 Reservation Rd. We will walk around Baker’s Meadow, through Sakowich Reservation and back. Be prepared for walking on dirt paths in possibly damp conditions.
After the walk we will enjoy coffee and treats and conduct the Annual Meeting including elections. Bring a lawn chair which you can leave in your car while we walk. The Club will supply refreshments. If weather changes this plan, we will reschedule the walk and/or the Annual Meeting for another time.
Leader: Donna Cooper
RSVP by May 6 to Donna at: donna.j.cooper@gmail.com or call/text 978-944-0655
Pike's Bridge Road, West, Newbury MA
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 @ 8:00 AM
Meet at the intersection of Pikes Bridge Road and Turkey Hill Road in West Newbury. (Turn west as you exit Route 95 away from Scotland Road and Turkey Hill is the first road on the right.) Targets are spring migrants including warblers including Ovenbirds, Scarlet Tanager, Orioles, Rose-breasted Grosbeaks, and Gnatcatchers. Possible Snipe and Virginia Rails
Leader: Mark Marroni
RSVP by May 11th to Mark at markjmarroni@gmail.com or call/text 978-689-6940
Parker River National Wildlife Refuge in Newburyport, MA
Thursday, May 14, 2026 @ 9:00 AM
Meet at Parking Lot #1 on Parker River NWR (map), immediately after the guard station. There should be plenty of warblers and other spring migrants arriving at Plum Island and this should be a productive morning. We are going on a weekday to try to avoid some of the large groups of humans that migrate to this location in May. This walk includes minimal walking as we drive between locations on the refuge.
There are restroom facilities on the refuge.
Leader: Zoltan Poleretzky
RSVP by May 12th to Zoltan at zoltanap@gmail.com or call/text (978) 397-2530
Ward Reservation in Andover, MA
Saturday, May 16, 2026 @ 8:00 AM
Meet at Ward Reservation parking lot at the end of Prospect Street off Route 125 (map). This trip involves walking wooded trails with leaves and roots for 1-2 miles. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for spring in New England!
There are no restroom facilities on this walk.
Note: There is a fee to park at all Trustees of Reservations properties if you are not a member. Please be aware of this when you arrive and visit the kiosk in the parking lot to obtain a parking coupon for your dashboard.
Leader: Zoltan Poleretzky
RSVP by May 13th to Zoltan at zoltanap@gmail.com or call/text (978) 397-2530
Oscar Root Memorial Walk in North Andover, MA
Saturday, May 23, 2026 @ 8:00 AM
Meet at Mazurenko Farm Conservation Area parking lot located on Bradford Street (map) about a quarter mile north of the intersection of Route 133 and the entrance to Brooks School. This walk will continue by car to Carter Hill (for Bobolinks!) then Hovey’s Pond in North Andover where we usually find Prairie Warblers, Lady’s Slipper and Columbine. There is a lot of walking on woodsy trails.
There are no restroom facilities on this walk.
Leader: Zoltan Poleretzky
RSVP by May 20th to Zoltan at zoltanap@gmail.com or call/text (978) 397-2530
Martin Burns Wildlife Reservation in Newbury, MA
Saturday, May 30, 2026 @ 9 AM
Drive to Orchard Street in Newbury and turn into the entrance to Martin Burns Wildlife Management Area and park at the parking area at the far end of the entrance road . This walk includes an approximately 2 mile walk over dirt paths with one minor water crossing that usually has a board across it.
There are no restroom facilities on this walk.
Leader: Zoltan Poleretzky
RSVP by May 28th to Zoltan at zoltanap@gmail.com or call/text (978) 397-2530
Woodsom Farm, Amesbury, MA
Wednesday, June 10th @ 9:00am
Meet at 208 Lions Mouth Road, Amesbury. There is onsite parking at the location. Expect to see many field dwelling species in this wide lush meadow. Targets are Bobolinks, Meadowlarks, and Willow Flycatcher. Possible Savannah and Grasshopper Sparrows
There are plenty of porta-potties at this location.
Leader: Mark Marroni
RSVP by June 9th at markjmarroni@gmail.com or call/text 978-689-6940
Kennebunk Plains in Kennebunk ME (York County)
Saturday June 20, 2026 - All day
Planned for - Time to be announced along with more planning information closer to the date.
Kennebunk Plains is about 90 minutes north of our area just off Route 95. Some of our members are familiar with the location and would love to introduce it to our Club. It consists of 1758 acres, including 650 acres of sand plain where the Upland Sandpiper and Grasshopper Sparrows can be seen. Join us for a drive up the coast, a walk in the Plains. Bring sunscreen, snacks and plenty to drink. We hope to carpool to Kennebunk and bird the Plains. Then have lunch together in Kennebunkport and bird another location on the way home. It would be an all day excursion!
Leaders: Allen Hairston and Zoltan Poleretzky
RSVP by June 15 to Allen at: allenhairston59@gmail.com or call/text 978-806-6198