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The 56th annual Athol Circle Christmas Bird count was held on December 16th, 2023. This hemisphere wide event is sponsored by the National Audubon Society and locally directed by the Athol Bird and Nature Club. This year’s count broke the 2012 record of 70 species...
Upcoming ABNC Events
April 2024
Tuesday April 16
- 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
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Adams Farm Hawk watch
Daily March11 to May 12th, 2024. Eastern Massachusetts Hawk watch – returns toBearsden (Adams Farm) 9:00 – 2:00 daily weather permitting. Parking issomewhat limited. We try to carpool if possible. Bring plenty of warm clothes,mittens, masks, etc. and keep them in your vehicle as you will be exposed tocold, windy conditions. Restrooms are available at Bearden ConservationArea(port-pot) and Mike’s Convenience store just down the hill on Rt.2a. TheAdams Farm store has a fine selection of meat products, pasta salads,sandwiches, drinks if you have forgotten your lunch. There is also a MarketBasket, Dunkin’ Donuts, and a pizza joint nearby. The observation area isadjacent to the parking lot between the curb and the fence looking to the west.All observers are to make way momentarily for trucks entering or other businessactivities.
If you are interested in participating this spring, here isthe contact information. The same protocol will be in place regarding theweather. If rain is predicted, most likely we won’t conduct a Hawk Watch. Ifyou are unsure on days with showers predicted and no announcements are made,just contact me, Eric, or David to get the latest scoop,
Mark Morris
978-868-6354
Eric Mueller
978-337-9150
Dave Small
978-413-1772
Recurs daily
Wednesday April 17
- 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
-
Adams Farm Hawk watch
Daily March11 to May 12th, 2024. Eastern Massachusetts Hawk watch – returns toBearsden (Adams Farm) 9:00 – 2:00 daily weather permitting. Parking issomewhat limited. We try to carpool if possible. Bring plenty of warm clothes,mittens, masks, etc. and keep them in your vehicle as you will be exposed tocold, windy conditions. Restrooms are available at Bearden ConservationArea(port-pot) and Mike’s Convenience store just down the hill on Rt.2a. TheAdams Farm store has a fine selection of meat products, pasta salads,sandwiches, drinks if you have forgotten your lunch. There is also a MarketBasket, Dunkin’ Donuts, and a pizza joint nearby. The observation area isadjacent to the parking lot between the curb and the fence looking to the west.All observers are to make way momentarily for trucks entering or other businessactivities.
If you are interested in participating this spring, here isthe contact information. The same protocol will be in place regarding theweather. If rain is predicted, most likely we won’t conduct a Hawk Watch. Ifyou are unsure on days with showers predicted and no announcements are made,just contact me, Eric, or David to get the latest scoop,
Mark Morris
978-868-6354
Eric Mueller
978-337-9150
Dave Small
978-413-1772
Recurs daily
Thursday April 18
- 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
-
Adams Farm Hawk watch
Daily March11 to May 12th, 2024. Eastern Massachusetts Hawk watch – returns toBearsden (Adams Farm) 9:00 – 2:00 daily weather permitting. Parking issomewhat limited. We try to carpool if possible. Bring plenty of warm clothes,mittens, masks, etc. and keep them in your vehicle as you will be exposed tocold, windy conditions. Restrooms are available at Bearden ConservationArea(port-pot) and Mike’s Convenience store just down the hill on Rt.2a. TheAdams Farm store has a fine selection of meat products, pasta salads,sandwiches, drinks if you have forgotten your lunch. There is also a MarketBasket, Dunkin’ Donuts, and a pizza joint nearby. The observation area isadjacent to the parking lot between the curb and the fence looking to the west.All observers are to make way momentarily for trucks entering or other businessactivities.
If you are interested in participating this spring, here isthe contact information. The same protocol will be in place regarding theweather. If rain is predicted, most likely we won’t conduct a Hawk Watch. Ifyou are unsure on days with showers predicted and no announcements are made,just contact me, Eric, or David to get the latest scoop,
Mark Morris
978-868-6354
Eric Mueller
978-337-9150
Dave Small
978-413-1772
Recurs daily
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!
