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Athol Christmas Bird Count – Saturday, Dec. 20th 2025
Join this annual citizen science project– the longest continuously running bird data in the area. Contact Dave Small for additional information and to participate in this nationwide annual event: 978-413-1772 or Dave@atholbirdclub.org. Field teams are pretty much in...
Call for Photos for the 2026 Calendar
We are putting together the 2026 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...
Upcoming ABNC Events
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!



