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SUMMARY:Birds! Exhibit Event: Book Club with the Boxborough Birders
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to invite you to join the Boxborough Birders Birding Book Club for their first meeting at Fivesparks as part of the exciting Birds! exhibit!\nThe Boxborough Birders Birding Book Club carries the theme of Birds and Birding books.  For this special meeting\, the book to discuss is The Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan.  \nThis is not only a book about birding but also a reflection on human experience and the beauty of nature.  It encourages readers to observe and appreciate the world around them\, even in the most mundane and seemingly uninteresting aspects.   \nThe book’s themes and content can lead to engaging discussions about the following questions: \n\nHow do you approach birding and nature observation? What makes it enjoyable and meaningful to you?\nWhat personal experiences have you had with birds? How have they impacted your life?\nHow do you think the book’s themes of curiosity\, observation\, and connection to nature can be applied in your\n daily life?\nWhat are some of the most significant bird memories you have? How do they relate to your life and experiences?\nHow can birding help you understand and appreciate the natural world and its inhabitants?\n\nThese discussion questions can help readers connect with the book’s themes and deepen their understanding of the impact of birding on their lives and the world around them.  \nThis event is FREE to attend\, but please register HERE so we can plan accordingly.  \nThe Birds! curated art exhibit as well as the corresponding bird-related events and programs were planned in partnership with the Boxborough Birders Group.  \nTuesday\, April 28th\, 6pm.  
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/birds-exhibit-event-book-club-with-the-boxborough-birders/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Boxborough Birders":MAILTO:cassandra.oxley@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Birds! Exhibit Event: Guided Bird Walk with the Boxborough Birders at Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 2\n8:00-10:00 AM \nOxbow National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) \nJoin the Boxborough Birders Group for a guided bird walk through the Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge.              \nOxbow NWR is located along the Nashua River and provides a diverse habitat of wetland\,\nupland forest\, and old farm fields that support a wide variety of migratory and nesting birds.\nWe will be looking and listening for warblers\, vireos\, gnatcatchers\, thrushes\, and many more.\nThe main trail is fairly flat but can be wet\, so hiking boots are recommended. \nMeeting place & Parking: We will meet at the parking area at the end of Still River Depot Road\, off Route 110 in Harvard.\nStill River Depot Road leads you down a hill\, over railroad tracks and right into the refuge\nparking area.  \nUse this LINK for directions.   \nLeader: Liz Markiewicz \nHow to join: Please contact Liz Markiewicz (lizmarkiewicz78@gmail.com) to receive up-to-date communication for this event. You don’t need to be a member of Boxborough Birders to join\, and the walk is free!  \nThe Birds! curated art exhibit as well as the corresponding bird-related events and programs were planned in partnership with the Boxborough Birders Group. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/birds-exhibit-event-guided-bird-walk-with-the-boxborough-birders-at-oxbow-national-wildlife-refuge/
CATEGORIES:BIRDS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Boxborough Birders":MAILTO:cassandra.oxley@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Birds! Exhibit Event: Guided Bird Walk with the Boxborough Birders - Horse Meadows Knoll
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 9\n8:00 AM \nHorse Meadows Knoll\, Harvard \nJoin the Boxborough Birders Group for a guided bird walk at Horse Meadows Knoll. The Horse Meadows Knoll property features a central hill with roughly 140’ elevation\, rock outcrops\, and steep slopes. With the exception of a portion of Horse Meadows reservoir\, the entire property is forested with a mixture of hardwood species\, white pine\, and hemlock. \nMeeting place: 45 Sherry Rd\, Harvard\, MA 01451 \nParking: Parking lot and kiosk at the trail entrance \nLeader: Sandy Oxley \nHow to join: Please contact Sandy Oxley (cassandra.oxley@gmail.com) to receive up-to-date communication for this event. You don’t need to be a member of Boxborough Birders to join\, and the walk is free!  \nHorse Meadows Knoll \nThe Birds! curated art exhibit as well as the corresponding bird-related events and programs were planned in partnership with the Boxborough Birders Group. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/birds-exhibit-event-guided-bird-walk-with-the-boxborough-birders-horse-meadows-knoll/
CATEGORIES:BIRDS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Boxborough Birders":MAILTO:cassandra.oxley@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Birds! Exhibit Event: Guided Bird Walk with the Boxborough Birders at Fruitlands
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 16\n7:00 AM – 10:00 AM\nFruitlands Museum\, Harvard \nJoin the Boxborough Birders Group and Brookline Bird Club for a guided bird walk on the Fruitlands grounds. We will look for resident species including Indigo Bunting\, Savannah Sparrow\, Hermit Thrush\, Scarlet Tanager\, Veery\, Blue-headed Vireo\, Wild Turkey\, American Kestrel\, and a variety of warblers. \nExpect to walk about two miles on trails through meadows and woods\, with some steep sections. Prepare for ticks. We will bird at the meeting location for about 30 minutes so any latecomers can catch up. \nMeeting place: Top parking lot at Fruitlands Museum\, 102 Prospect Hill Road\, Harvard. \nLeaders: Sandy Oxley\, Al Sgroi \nHow to join: Please contact Sandy Oxley (cassandra.oxley@gmail.com) to receive up-to-date communication for this event. You don’t need to be a member of Boxborough Birders to join\, and the walk is free!  \nDirections\neBird Hotspot \nThe group will visit Fivesparks after the walk to view the art exhibit Birds!  \nThe Birds! curated art exhibit as well as the corresponding bird-related events and programs were planned in partnership with the Boxborough Birders Group. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/guided-bird-walk-with-boxborough-birders/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Boxborough Birders":MAILTO:cassandra.oxley@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Birds! Exhibit Event: Guided Bird Walk with the Boxborough Birders at Hermann Orchard Lands
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 23\n8:00 AM \nHermann Orchard Conservation Lands \nJoin the Boxborough Birders Group for a guided bird walk on the Hermann Orchard Conservation Lands.  \nWe will travers a moderately challenging 2.0-mile loop trail that takes an average of 49 min to complete. \nThis former hilltop (229ft elevation) orchard affords 270-degree views of the hills and mountains to the west and north. \nParking: On street\, 2-4 cars near 51 Mill Rd (intersection of Ayer and Mill roads) \nLeader: Sandy Oxley \nHow to join: Please contact Sandy Oxley (cassandra.oxley@gmail.com) to receive up-to-date communication for this event. You don’t need to be a member of Boxborough Birders to join\, and the walk is free!  \n Hermann Orchard Conservation \nThe Birds! curated art exhibit as well as the corresponding bird-related events and programs were planned in partnership with the Boxborough Birders Group.  \n 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/birds-exhibit-event-guided-bird-walk-with-the-boxborough-birders-at-hermann-orchard-lands/
CATEGORIES:BIRDS
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