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Friends of Monomoy

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Upcoming Events

The Friends of Monomoy partner with the Chatham Conservation Foundation (CCF) sponsoring bird walks on Morris Island and other conservation and nature related programs. The Guided Bird Walks are $10 for members of the Friends of Monomoy, $15 for non-members. Proceeds go to supporting the Monomoy Refuge. All other events are free. The trail system for the Bird Walks is flat and sandy however there is steep hill at the beginning of the trailhead. 

What was seen on the Winter Solstice Walk

406 birds of 26 different species

  • Small flocks of yellow-rumped warblers

  • Huge swirling flocks of American robins and European starlings

  • Wintering ducks including:

    • Long-tailed Duck

    • Buffleheads

    • White-winged Scoter

    • Common Loon in Stage Harbor

    • Cooper’s Hawk

    • Red-tailed Hawk

Upcoming Events

  • May 09, 2026, 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM
    May 09, 2026, 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM
    Chatham, 30 Wikis Way, Chatham, MA 02633, USA
    Join Frank for a morning bird walk on Morris Island. Co-Sponsored with the Chatham Conservation Foundation
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  • May 25, 2026, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
    May 25, 2026, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
    Chatham, 30 Wikis Way, Chatham, MA 02633, USA
    Walk along the Morris Island shoreline to observe and learn about Horseshoe Crabs coming in to spawn.  Hillary and Eddie will discuss the life cycle, history, behavior and the Horseshoe Crabs' contributions to medical science as well as the local fishing industry.
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