Sharing an appreciation of nature through birding, geology, astronomy, plants and more in the North Quabbin area.
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New Year’s Day Field Trip to Cape Ann
2nd Yr Glaucous Gull, Jodrey Pier, Gloucester, MA, - photo by Joan DupreyView from Jodrey Pier, Gloucester, MA - photo by Joan Duprey Eleven members of the Athol Bird and Nature Club enjoyed sunny and mild temperatures New Years day on the trip billed “Gull and...
eQuest Project
The eQuest Project draws from four exemplary environmental education programs: Harvard Forest Schoolyard StudiesEnvironment as Integrating Context for learning (EIC)Community-based School Environmental Education (CO-SEED) based at Antioch New England...
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!
