Ever wonder which bird is singing outside your window or calling from the treetops during your morning walk? Learning to identify common bird sounds in Massachusetts is one of the most rewarding—and accessible—ways to connect with nature. Whether you're a beginner birder or a seasoned wildlife enthusiast, with or without sight loss, recognizing bird calls like the melodic Eastern Phoebe, the haunting Mourning Dove, or the iconic Black-capped Chickadee adds a whole new layer to your outdoor experiences. Tune in to the natural world and discover the top bird calls and songs you're most likely to hear across the state, from backyards and city parks to forests and fields.

Join Brooke Shellman, Teacher Naturalist (Adult) at Mass Audubon's Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, for this informative program. Brooke teaches adult education programs, including field schools, public and group programs, and special events, with the goal of inspiring conservation action. As an accessibility representative for MAPLE (Mass Audubon Accessible Programs and Learning Experiences), she coordinates inclusive programming like Birding for All and collaborates on accessibility initiatives. Brooke also trains and supports adult volunteers at Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. Brooke enjoys working with adults, gaining valuable insights from their diverse perspectives and personal connections to conservation.

Assistive listening technology is available in the Thornton Meeting Room for this program. Please contact Brooks Free Library (508.430.7562) with any questions.