Sharing an appreciation of nature through birding, geology, astronomy, plants and more in the North Quabbin area.
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Butterfly Institute Trip, June 1999
June 12, 1999 The Butterfly Institute traveled to Gill Massachusetts led by Institute coordinator Dave Small and Montague naturalist Mark Fairbrother. The group made its first stop at a farmers wet meadow. The first of two Milbert’s Tortoiseshells and Tiger...
Butterfly Institute Mount Greylock, 1999
More than 20 butterfly enthusiasts gathered at Turners Falls to join naturalist Mark Fairbrother of Montague on a butterfly tour of Western Massachusetts. Spectacular views of the areas abundant forested landscapes and the very low flowing rivers, resulting from this...
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!
