Friday, January 30, 2015 1:00 PM -
Sunday, February 01, 2015 2:00 PM
The Elks at Bass Rocks
101 Atlantic Road
Gloucester, MA 01931

Birdwatchers from New England and beyond flock to Cape Ann to participate in the Cape Ann Winter Birding Weekend each February. Cape Ann is known worldwide for its exciting concentrations of winter seabirds, and the Cape AnnChamber of Commerce, working with the Massachusetts Audubon Society, plans a weekend full of events for all levels of birders. Expert speakers offer presentations, exhibitors showcase their programs and products, and artists display their art and give demonstrations at the event headquarters at the Elks at Bass Rocks and at other venues in Gloucester.

On Friday afternoon sign up for a drawing workshop at Trident Gallery, 189 Main Street, Gloucester, MA. Sandy McDermott will lead aspiring bird artists from 1-3:00 pm. Space is limited (20) so sign up early. Email events@tridentgallery.com to reserve your spot.

On Saturday morning, expert guides lead bus trips to the winter birding hot spots of Cape Ann, and guides stationed at the Elks (itself a hot spot) offer drop-by visitors a chance to see and learn about the winter birds of Cape Ann. In the afternoon Eyes on Owls will be hosting a live owl demonstration!

On Sunday morning, weather permitting, an excursion aboard a Gloucester Whale Watching boat offers a chance for closer encounters with many species. Registration is required for the bus and boat trips, and space is limited.

More at: http://web.capeannchamber.com/events/Cape-Ann-Winter-Birding-Weekend-2015-1597/details