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Birding Hike at Hoyt-Hall Preserve

  • Hoyt-Hall Preserve 820 Careswell Street Marshfield, MA, 02050 United States (map)

Join Wildlands Trust and the Paskamansett Bird Club on a birding hike at Hoyt-Hall Preserve! This hike will take frequent stops to see, listen to, and identify bird species! We will traverse 1.7 miles of heavily rooted, rocky, and narrow trails encompassing steep sections and bog boards. In the event of a postponement, the rain date is Thursday, October 9, from 8 AM to 10 AM. Registration is required for this free event.

Registration closes on Tuesday, October 7 at 3 pm. Want to sign up after registration closes? Please email: events@wildlandstrust.org

Parking:

Meet at Hoyt-Hall Preserve, 820 Careswell St, Marshfield, MA 02050. On-site parking is available and may require cars to double park.

From Route 3: Take Exit 22 (old Exit 11) and merge onto MA-14 E. At traffic circle, take second exit to continue onto MA-14 E. At fork, bear left onto MA-139 W/Church Street. Continue on MA-139 W for roughly 2 miles. Parking is on the left.

What to Wear & Bring (Required):

  • Sturdy, closed-toed shoes

  • Warm, weather-appropriate clothing

  • Snacks

  • Water

  • Bug spray and/or bug net (this trail can be buggy!)

  • Encouraged - binoculars, a bird ID book, and a camera

What to Expect:

  • Hiking 1.7 miles of heavily rooted, rocky, and narrow trails encompassing steep sections and bog boards

  • Stop-and-go hiking to see, listen to, and identify bird species

  • Wildlands Trust staff and volunteers to guide you!

Restrictions:

  • Ages 18 +

  • No pets

  • Maximum 20 hikers

  • Minimum 5 hikers

Outdoor programs are weather permitting. Cancellations and postponements due to weather will be announced online, and registered attendees will be notified via email. In the event of a postponement, the rain date is Thursday, October 9, from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Questions? Please email: events@wildlandstrust.org

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