Sharing an appreciation of nature through birding, geology, astronomy, plants and more in the North Quabbin area.
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A New Season at the Center
The Athol Bird and Nature Club have leased the old Main Street School from the town of Athol since 1999. This week Jake Lyman of Lyman Signs installed a new sign on our front lawn celebrating our decades of community appreciation of our natural wonders. The sign logo...
2019 Nature Calendar Available
The Athol Bird and Nature Club (ABNC) calendar, chock full of nature notes, trivia questions and of course, some amazing photos of local birds, animals and plants are now available. While many people may enjoy a calendar with pictures of exotic nature and scenery, the...
Upcoming ABNC Events
In the Field: Nature Journaling & Drawing with Will Close
Back to School Party at Fish Park
Open House Sunday: Learn about Dragonflies
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!
