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Submit Photos for the 2027 Calendar!

Submit Photos for the 2027 Calendar!

We are putting together the 2027 Athol Bird and Nature Club calendar. In the past many have submitted photos/images for consideration to be used. Believe it or not, the most difficult part of the project is having enough images to review that are appropriate for each...

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Athol Hawk Watch – Spring 2026 Season

Athol Hawk Watch – Spring 2026 Season

Ted Purcell (in front) , and (left-to-right) David Brown, Eric Mueller, Julie Brown with her dog Maggie, Mark Morris, Joe Fountain, Joanne Hart and Tom GottschangEnd of season update from Lead Hawk Watch Counter, Mark Morris: Special thanks to observers David Brown,...

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Fall Field Trip at Quabbin Reservoir (Trip is full, sign up for waitlist)

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Join us for a guided trip through the Quabbin Reservation. Registration is required and limited. Preference will be given to ABNC members. Successful requests will be confirmed by Dave@atholbirdclub.org. This trip will be behind Quabbin Gates. Participants are expected to spend the day until 2:00 PM. The gravel roads can be rough so only high […]

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!

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  • Millers River Watershed Council
  • Millers River Greenway
  • Massachusetts Butterfly Club
  • Ware River Nature Club

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