Guided Butterfly Tour
Northeast Spring Specialties
May 25–29, 2026 • Base: Springfield, Massachusetts • Timed for Bog Elfin & Early Hairstreak
Why this tour
Rare overlap
Bog Elfin & Early Hairstreak
A focused 5-day window when both specialties are most findable—plus Karner Blue and early-season skippers.
Smart logistics
One comfortable base
We stay in Springfield, MA to pivot with weather and reach Ashburnham, Albany, and Greylock efficiently.
Small group
Expert guidance
Limited group size for better field positioning, photo opportunities, and species coverage.
Quick facts
Dates
Mon–Fri, May 25–29, 2026 (arrive Sun May 24)
Base & Airport
Springfield, MA • Fly into BDL (~30 min)
Walking
1–3 miles/day • easy–moderate terrain
Facilities
Restrooms at Mt. Greylock & Albany Pine Bush; towns nearby at other sites
Weather day
Friday held for weather/cleanup
Booking
Secure checkout via WeTravel
Itinerary at a glance
Sun, May 24 • Arrivals
Bradley International (BDL) → Springfield hotel. Evening orientation and trip briefing.
Mon, May 25 • Ashburnham, MA
Focus: Bog Elfin. Black spruce bog edge patrol; optional pm Fannie Stebbins for Harvester/Bronze Copper (early).
Tue, May 26 • Pine Barrens (CT or MA)
Focus: Cobweb, Frosted, Dusted & Indian Skippers. Mansfield Hollow SP (CT) or Montague Plains WMA (MA). Long-shot option for Hessel’s Hairstreak.
Wed, May 27 • Albany Pine Bush, NY
Focus: Karner Blue, Mottled Duskywing, Common Roadside-Skipper. Return-leg stop at Lenox, MA for Mustard White (conditions permitting).
Thu, May 28 • Mt. Greylock & Berkshires
Focus: Early Hairstreak & West Virginia White → Arctic Skipper (PM near Moran WMA).
Fri, May 29 • Weather / Cleanup
Revisit priority species/sites based on conditions and group goals.
What’s included
Included
- Guiding and expert species scouting
- Daily field plan & weather-flex logistics
- Species checklist & post-tour photo sharing
Not included
- Flights to/from BDL
- Hotel and meals (single Springfield base makes it easy)
- Personal items, travel insurance, park/parking fees if any
Recommended gear
Layered clothing (Greylock can be cool/windy), brimmed hat, insect repellent/headnet, sturdy shoes for sandy/rocky tracks, 1–2 L water, snacks/lunch, close-focus binoculars, camera/macro, sun protection, compact hand lens.
Ready to chase rare spring butterflies?
Limited spots • Small group • Expert guiding