Wednesday Morning Birding, Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport, February 24th
February 21, 2010
When: Wednesday, February 24th, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pmWhere: Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport
Cost: $15
The Mass Audubon Society’s Joppa Flats Education Center offers a Wednesday Morning Birding program from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
If you’re one of the lucky ones that has time available during the week, join Joppa Flats Sanctuary Director Bill Gette and USFWS veteran David Weaver for this weekly birding field trip in the Newburyport/Plum Island area. It’s a great way to observe birds in the area and identify some of the better locations for finding them when on your own.
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Plum Island, A Natural History, Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, Newburyport, Saturday, February 20th
February 19, 2010
When: Saturday, February 20th, from 10:00 am to 11:00 amWhere: Meet at Parking Lot #1 in the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, Newbury, MA.
If you are interested in learning about the natural history of Plum Island, the Parker River National Wildlife Refugeis offering a free, 60-minute walking tour that will explore the natural history of Plum Island on Saturday, February 20th.
Join a refuge staff member on a walking tour as you explore and learn about the natural history of Plum Island.
You’ll learn about the how the island was formed, how it has been used by generations past and what functions it serves for wildlife and people now.
This program will be held entirely outside, so dress appropriately for the weather. Bring binoculars and/or scopes if you have them.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
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February Vacation Week Flyby Activities For Children, Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport, February 16th to 18th
February 15, 2010
FEBRUARY VACATION WEEK FLYBY AT JOPPA FLATS EDUCATION CENTER
Looking for something to do during the February school vacation?
Mass Audubon’s Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport, will be offering family based activities during the vacation period.
Daily themes, art activities, experiments, and more will be offered in a casual drop-in atmosphere for families with children ages 2 to 12. Adults must accompany children.
Teacher-naturalist Lisa Hutchings will be offering a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities, keeping minds active and hands busy during school break.
Schedule:
- Tuesday, February 16th, Penguins of the South Pole, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m
- Wednesday, February 17th: Polar Bears of the North Pole, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Thursday, February 18th, Birds of the Tropics, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m
Wednesday Morning Birding, Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport, February 3rd
January 27, 2010
When: Wednesday, February 3rd, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pmWhere: Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport
Cost: $15
The Mass Audubon Society’s Joppa Flats Education Center offers a Wednesday Morning Birding program from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
If you’re one of the lucky ones that has time available during the week, join Joppa Flats Sanctuary Director Bill Gette and USFWS veteran David Weaver for this weekly birding field trip in the Newburyport/Plum Island area. It’s a great way to observe birds in the area and identify some of the better locations for finding them when on your own.
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Wednesday Morning Birding, Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport, January 27th, 2010
January 20, 2010
When: Wednesday, January 27th, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pmWhere: Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport
Cost: $15
The Mass Audubon Society’s Joppa Flats Education Center offers a Wednesday Morning Birding program from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
If you’re one of the lucky ones that has time available during the week, join Joppa Flats Sanctuary Director Bill Gette and USFWS veteran David Weaver for this weekly birding field trip in the Newburyport/Plum Island area. It’s a great way to observe birds in the area and identify some of the better locations for finding them when on your own.
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Wednesday Morning Birding, Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport, January 20th, 2010
January 15, 2010
When: Wednesday, January 20th, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pmWhere: Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport
Cost: $15
The Mass Audubon Society’s Joppa Flats Education Center offers a Wednesday Morning Birding program from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
If you’re one of the lucky ones that has time available during the week, join Joppa Flats Sanctuary Director Bill Gette and USFWS veteran David Weaver for this weekly birding field trip in the Newburyport/Plum Island area. It’s a great way to observe birds in the area and identify some of the better locations for finding them when on your own.
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Focus On Merrimack River Birds, Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport, Sunday, January 17th
January 12, 2010
Where: Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, MA
If you want to explore local birding venues and observe wintering birds in the Merrimack River area of Greater Newburyport, check out Mass Audubon’s Joppa Flats Education Center program, Focus On Merrimack River Birds.
You’ll explore local venues to find gulls, wintering ducks, and bald eagles.
Fee: $22.
Pre-registration is required.
Where To Meet:
Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, MA.
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Parker River National Wildlife Refuge History Tour, Newburyport, Sunday, Jan. 10th
January 8, 2010
When: Sunday, January 10th, from 11:00 am to Noon.Where: Meet at Parking Lot 7 at the southern end of Plum Island on the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge.
The Parker River National Wildlife Refuge is offering a one-hour Refuge History Tour on Sunday, January 10th from 11 a.m. to noon.
Did you know that the refuge was once home to hotels, restaurants and private cottages?
Join us on a winter hike to discover the history of the Parker River and Plum Island.
View the last private home on the refuge and learn how the refuge was established to protect habitat for wildlife.
All ages welcome; however, not recommended for children under 12.
Space is limited to 10 participants.
What’s That Bird, Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, Saturday, January 9th
January 8, 2010
When: Saturday, January 9th, 9:30 am to 11:30 amWhere: Mass Audubon’s Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, MA.
Mass Audubon’s Joppa Flats Education Center in Newburyport is offering a quick weekend jaunt to see the birds of greater Newburyport.
No experience required.
Limited to six participants.
Children age 8 and up welcome.
Birds, Sunset & Hot Chocolate On Plum Island, Newburyport Birders, Saturday, January 16th, 2010
January 8, 2010
When: Saturday, January 16th, from 3:00 pm to duskWhere: Meet at Parking Lot # 1 on the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, Plum Island, Newbury, MA
You are invited to join Newburyport Birders on the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge on Plum Island on Saturday, January 16th for birding, sunset & hot chocolate.
We’ll discuss the natural history of the birds encountered.
Please bring your favorite mug, and we’ll provide the hot chocolate.
Dress in layers and wear warm footwear.
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