Sharing an appreciation of nature through birding, geology, astronomy, plants and more in the North Quabbin area.
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Field Trip to Orange Airport 1999
October 2, 1999 The Orange Municipal Airport provides the North Quabbin Region with a unique mixture of grassland, farmland, shrub and young forest habitats adjacent to mature forests and wetlands. This land use mosaic provides habitats for a wide diversity of plant...
Petersham Dragonfly Trip, 1999
In spite of early weather forecasts to the contrary, cloudless skies and bright sunshine greeted the 16 members and friends of the Athol Bird and Nature Club who met for the annual Dragonfly field trip held Sunday in Petersham. Blair Nikula, Jeremiah Trimble and Rick...
Upcoming ABNC Events
Early Bird Birding with Jeff Johnstone
Garlic & Arts Festival 2026
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!

