Sharing an appreciation of nature through birding, geology, astronomy, plants and more in the North Quabbin area.
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Royalston Ode Trip – May 2022
On Sunday May 29th, 8 members and friends of the Athol Bird and Nature Club embarked on a beautiful sunlit day exploring for Odonates and other insects in Royalston Ma. First stop was the Eagle Reserve a huge bog and marsh owned and protected by the Mount Grace Land...
How to Prepare for Climate Change
Join us as we welcome David Pogue for a zoom presentation on April 13, 2022, @ 6:00. He will be presenting on the topics discussed in his book, How to Prepare for Climate Change, and there will be Q & A afterward. In How to...
Upcoming ABNC Events
Early Bird Birding with Jeff Johnstone
Early Bird Birding with Jeff Johnstone
Garlic & Arts Festival 2026
About ABNC
ABNC is an active group of people sharing an appreciation of nature’s many forms. We have birders, geologists, star watchers, and plant enthusiasts — a full spectrum of interests. If you have an interest in nature, whether a beginner or experienced observer, we welcome you.
Join us at our meetings, field trips, and institutes where you will find a friendly reception and people with similar interests. There are a lot of exciting programs scheduled for the months ahead — check our event schedule, or come by for a visit!
The Millers River
Environmental Center
The Athol Bird & Nature Club maintains the Millers River Environmental Center, which is now wheelchair accessible!



