MBC Meeting next Tuesday and trip reminder for this Sunday

[Paul Ippolito]

Fellow MBC members,

There is another in a series of walks at Bear Creek Sanctuary in Saugus on this coming Sunday, January 11^th that Soheil posted earlier this week. 

 

In addition, we will have first meeting of 2026 on this coming Tuesday night, January 13^th – Zach Adams will discuss his book BIRDS OF NEW ENGLAND. The book is a comprehensive guide to the birds of New England, with stunning photos, maps, and nuanced information on how to locate and identify each unique bird.

 

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.

 

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.

Sunday, January 11

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 s2...@comcast.net 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, January 13

6:30 PM Social Time, 7:00 PM Meeting Start

Birds of New England

Zack Adams – Jenks Center, Winchester

Join us as author Zach Adams will discuss his book BIRDS OF NEW ENGLAND. The book is a comprehensive guide to the birds of New England, with stunning photos, maps, and nuanced information on how to locate and identify each unique bird.

 

Doors open at 6:30 for set up and social time and the meeting starts promptly at 7:00 PM.

 

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.

Paul Ippolito
Woburn