Programs & Activities at Ipswich River
Birds & Birding at Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary
Ipswich River hosts a wide variety of birds year-round. Join us on an upcoming birding program or go birding on your own.
Learn About Local Birds & Birding
Familiarize yourself with common birds and best practices for birding, bird feeders, and more. Learn more
Get Mass Audubon's Bird Checklist
Track the birds you encounter at Ipswich River, and throughout the state, with Mass Audubon's Bird Checklist. Get the free checklist
Share Your Sightings
After your visit, take a few minutes to submit your sightings to Mass Audubon's eBird page, a collaboration with the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Submit your sightings
Upcoming Bird Programs
See MoreWednesday Morning Birding
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Newburyport and vicinity
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Wednesday, September 17
9:30am-12:30pm
Adults
Friday Morning Birdwatching
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Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield
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Friday, September 19
8:00-11:00am
Adults
Education Volunteer Training: A Visit to the Bird Banding Station
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Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport
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Tuesday, September 23
9:00am-1:00pm
Adults
Wednesday Morning Birding
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Newburyport and vicinity
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Wednesday, September 24
9:30am-12:30pm
Adults
Friday Morning Birdwatching
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Cedar Pond Wildlife Sanctuary, Wenham
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Friday, September 26
8:00-11:00am
Adults
Family Day at the Bird Banding Station
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Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport
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Saturday, September 27
9:00-10:30am
Families - children 6 - 12 years