Bird-a-thon Evening Paddle for Rails

Kick off Bird-a thon with an evening paddle for wetland birds! This evening marks the start of our annual 24-hour fundraiser, held at the height of spring migration, which both celebrates nature and raises funds that provide essential year-round support for Mass Audubon's conservation, nature education, and advocacy.

Whether you are an official strategic birding team member for Bird-a-thon, or you just want to see some great birds with friendly North Shore guides, this is a very special occasion, and all levels of birders are welcome.

Usually, the only opportunity Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary visitors have to observe Virginia Rail, Sora, or Pied-billed Grebe is from a distant observation tower or boardwalk. Tonight, by canoe in the marshes of the Ipswich River, we're aiming for close-up views of many secretive wetland species. We are also likely to encounter Marsh Wren, Swamp Sparrow, and Wood Duck. As the sun sets, we'll listen for the bonus of Barred and Great Horned owls.