Cape Cod Bird Club

09/26/2026

HALF-DAY PELAGIC, Captain John Boats PLYMOUTH, MA, OCT 25

The BBC has chartered a private pelagic trip from Plymouth out to deep waters off Stellwagen Bank and beyond. This trip is co-sponsored with the SOUTH SHORE BIRD CLUB and the CAPE COD BIRD CLUB.

Although we are uncertain what bird populations are in the area, we will have experienced spotters on board to help us find and ID offshore birds. While we are primarily focused on bird species there will also be a naturalist on board to help ID any sea mammals we might find.

We will be sailing on a whale watching ship with an indoor cabin with a snack and beverage bar, and you are welcome to bring your own food. The ship also has rest room facilities. It is often much colder out on the water, so be prepared for cool temperatures, wind, possibly sea spray, and rain, although we are hoping for good weather!

The trip will sail unless weather conditions force the Captain to cancel, in which case we will offer a full refund. As this is a private charter, we will only be able to honor other cancellations if we can fill your reservation.

There are several parking lots near the dock, mostly for pay, and also many nearby restaurants.

More information will be sent out prior to the trip. We collect your email during registration and we will contact you by email. Please pass along all information to the rest of the people in your party..

Trip: 8:00 am to 2:00 pm (end time is not exact)

Check in at dock between 7:15 am and 7:45 am (and allow time to find and pay for all-day parking up to about 20 minutes walking distance form the town pier).

Limit: 90 to 100 participants
Cost: $85:00

Event Leaders: Marilyn Tillinghast, Brian Vigorito, MJ Foti, and John Edmondson

When
Sunday, October 25th, 2026 from 7:15 AM to 2:00 PM
BOAT DEPARTS 8 am; DON'T BE LATE. Check in 7:15 am 7:45 am
Location: 10 Town Wharf, Plymouth, MA

TO RESERVE A SPOT:
https://www.brooklinebirdclub.org/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=333

If you have problems with registration and purchase, please contact [email protected].

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09/26/2026

Sunday's Walk Postponed (9/27 => 10/17)

Due to this weekend's Nor'easter, we are postponing this Sunday's walk at South Cape Beach State Park from 9/27/26 to Saturday, October 17.

NOTE: our website always has the latest status of each walk. You should always check the website prior to attending any of our walks in case of inclement weather or any other reasons for change.

09/23/2026

MassDevelopment currently has a survey for public input regarding the "master plan" they are developing for the southern 7,000 acres of JBCC. This includes the grasslands we visit during spring grassland bird tours and summer butterfly walks. As CCBC is a stakeholder in the conservation work being done there, they'd like to hear from you. The QR code goes directly to the survey.

08/03/2026

Long shelf life foods are pantry staples. Keep these on hand for years (or even decades!).

07/15/2026

Still to time to focus on birds while whaling. Extended boat trips with naturalists aboard. Reserve your spot at whalewatch.com

Saturdays from MacMillan Pier, Provincetown
Aug 22 Sept 12
Departs promptly at 9:00 AM 6–8 Hours | Weather Permitting

Set sail for a full day exploring the rich waters off Cape Cod in search of whales, dolphins, seabirds, and more—including regions
beyond the reach of our shorter trips Guided by our experienced naturalists, this special extended trip includes:
• 🐬 Incredible opportunities to observe a wide range of marine wildlife
• 🎧 Real-time listening via a hydrophone to hear the underwater world
• 🚢 A deep dive into the unique offshore ecosystem that few experience
Recommended for ages 16+ due to the full-day nature of the trip.
Onboard cash galley with snacks and drinks available.
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� No pets, please.

07/11/2026

06/26/2026

Bird walks for July. Open to all.

CROWES PASTURE (DCLT), East Dennis
Wednesday, July 8 – 8am
Turn onto School Street and make your first right onto South Street. Meet in the dirt parking lot on the right shortly past the cemetery. This area offers a diversity of habitats including oak and pine woodlands, fields, dunes, beach, freshwater ponds, salt marsh, and tidal creek. We’ll also visit a nest-box trail where we’re likely to encounter a number of songbird species, including Eastern Bluebird, Tree Swallow, House Wren, Baltimore and Orchard Orioles. (high tide 6:00 am)
Leader: Jeff Bryant [email protected]

WEST BARNSTABLE CONSERVATION AREA
Tuesday, July 14 – 8am
From exit 65 on Route 6, follow signs for 149S - a right turn after exiting the rotary. When you reach Marston Mills Rotary, head west on Race Lane (towards the airport hangar) for 1.2 miles. Turn right onto Crooked Cartway and follow the road until it opens onto a large, dirt parking area. This maze of old dirt roads traverses over 1,100 acres of pine-oak woodlands, interspersed with occasional brushy clearings and a broad power-line cut providing excellent birding throughout the year. The walk includes wider,
"cartway" trails as well as some narrow root-strewn paths.
Leader: MJ Foti [email protected]

FOREST BEACH CONSERVATION, SOUTH CHATHAM
Saturday, July 18 – 8am
Take Route 6 to exit 85 and head South towards Rt.28. Turn right on Rt.28 and a left turn at about .5 miles at Forest Beach Rd. This will take you directly to the beach – parking is free of charge. We’ll walk
the marsh trail to where it meets Mill Creek and return via the beach, less than a mile round trip. We’ll then head towards the overlook where we’ll likely view herons, egrets, shorebirds, passerines, gulls, osprey and Northern Harrier. This is another area with mixed habitat, a nice variety of bird species, and
the occasional rarity. Waterproof footwear/hiking boots recommended. (low tide 9:22 am)
Leader: Sharon MacDonald, [email protected]

FORT HILL AND HEMENWAY LANDING, EASTHAM
Friday, July 24 – 8am
Meet in the lower parking lot of Fort Hill Road. We’ll walk the loop trail towards Hemenway Landing to observe songbird and passerine activity, then scan the marsh for incoming shorebirds, herons, egrets and possibly a bittern or rail. Expect 2 miles of easily navigable hard pack trail with mixed elevation.
(high tide 8:18am) Leader: Jeff Bryant [email protected]

GOODWILL PARK, FALMOUTH
Wednesday, July 29 - 8:00 am
Meet at the entrance on Goodwill Park Rd off Gifford Street, about .6 miles north of the Jones Rd/Gifford St intersection. A variety of warbler species, Brown Thrasher, and many nesting songbirds are among the species you can expect in this beautiful woodland habitat.
Leader: MJ Foti ([email protected])

06/26/2026

New KINGFISHER newsletter.

06/24/2026

JULY BIRD WALKS
All are welcome on these free club walks
Please email the trip leader if you plan to attend

PLEASE - check the website for updates or cancellations to the calendar!
https://capecodbirdclub.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2026-Spring-Walks.pdf?x59688

Crowes Pasture (DCLT), East Dennis Wed, July 8 – 8am
Turn onto School Street and make your first right onto South Street. Meet in the dirt parking lot on the
right shortly past the cemetery. This area offers a diversity of habitats including oak and pine woodlands,
fields, dunes, beach, freshwater ponds, salt marsh, and tidal creek. We’ll also visit a nest-box trail where
we’re likely to encounter a number of songbird species, including Eastern Bluebird, Tree Swallow, House
Wren, Baltimore and Orchard Orioles. (high tide 6:00 am)
Leader: Jeff Bryant [email protected]

West Barnstable Conservation Area - Barnstable Tues, July 14 – 8am
From exit 65 on Route 6, follow signs for 149S - a right turn after exiting the rotary. When you reach
Marston Mills Rotary, head west on Race Lane (towards the airport hangar) for 1.2 miles. Turn right onto
Crooked Cartway and follow the road until it opens onto a large, dirt parking area. This maze of old dirt
roads traverses over 1,100 acres of pine-oak woodlands, interspersed with occasional brushy clearings
and a broad power-line cut providing excellent birding throughout the year. The walk includes wider,
"cartway" trails as well as some narrow root-strewn paths.
Leader: MJ Foti [email protected]

Forest Beach Conservation, South Chatham Sat, July 18 – 8am
Take Route 6 to exit 85 and head South towards Rt.28. Turn right on Rt.28 and a left turn at about .5 miles at Forest Beach Rd. This will take you directly to the beach – parking is free of charge. We’ll walk
the marsh trail to where it meets Mill Creek and return via the beach, less than a mile round trip. We’ll then head towards the overlook where we’ll likely view herons, egrets, shorebirds, passerines, gulls, osprey and Northern Harrier. This is another area with mixed habitat, a nice variety of bird species, and
the occasional rarity. Waterproof footwear/hiking boots recommended. (low tide 9:22 am)
Leader: Sharon MacDonald, [email protected]

Fort Hill and Hemenway Landing, Eastham Fri, July 24 – 8am
Meet in the lower parking lot of Fort Hill Road. We’ll walk the loop trail towards Hemenway Landing to
observe songbird and passerine activity, then scan the marsh for incoming shorebirds, herons, egrets and
possibly a bittern or rail. Expect 2 miles of easily navigable hard pack trail with mixed elevation. (high tide 8:18am) Leader: Jeff Bryant [email protected]

Goodwill Park – Falmouth Wed, July 29 - 8:00 am
Meet at the entrance on Goodwill Park Rd off Gifford Street, about .6 miles north of the Jones Rd/Gifford
St intersection. A variety of warbler species, Brown Thrasher, and many nesting songbirds are among the
species you can expect in this beautiful woodland habitat.
Leader: MJ Foti ([email protected])

06/22/2026

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