Events Update
Dave Small
Athol Bird & Nature Club
Field Trips & Meetings 2013
Unless otherwise noted, programs meet at
the Millers River Environmental Center, 100 Main Street, Athol.
If weather is questionable on a field trip day,
please call the trip leader at least an hour before the scheduled meeting time.
Scroll down for more special events around the region
<<>> Wednesday, May 8, 7 p.m. What Is an Ovenbird, and
What Can It Tell Us about Forest Conservation?
Is forest fragmentation having an effect on the breeding success of ovenbirds? Find out at our regular meeting here at the Center, when Morimoto, Ph.D., of Lesley University will discuss the natural history and behavior of these birds, and what they are telling us about municipal planning, forest conservation, and forest management.
Sunday, May 12, 7 a.m. “Early Bird” Birding with Jeff
Join Jeff here at the Center before heading out to explore the North Quabbin area for spring migrant birds. Come for as long as your schedule allows. Severe weather cancels. Info: Jeff Johnstone, 978-249-9052.
Tuesday, May 14, 8-10 a.m. Accessible Birding with Joe
Join Joe Superchi on the second Tuesday of the month visiting local sites. Open to birders of all abilities. Meet at the Center. Call ahead for wheelchair van access, 978-248-9491.
Saturday, May 18, 8:00 a.m. Annual Northfield Birding Trip
Mark Taylor leads us on ABNC's traditional excursion to Northfield in search of spring migrants. Meet at the Country Club parking lot in Northfield at 8 a.m. Severe weather cancels. Info: Mark Taylor, 413-498-4380.
Sunday, May 19, 7 a.m. “Early Bird” Birding with Jeff
Join Jeff here at the Center before heading out to explore the North Quabbin area for spring migrant birds. Come for as long as your schedule allows. Severe weather cancels. Info: Jeff Johnstone, 978-249-9052.
Saturday, May 25, 7 a.m. Exploring Quabbin: Prescott Peninsula
Meet Larry Therrien at the DCR headquarters parking lot, off Rte 202 in New Salem for this natural history exploration of Interior Quabbin. Limited to 10 participants, with preference given to ABNC members. Reservation required. To reserve your spot, e-mail Larry at larryt...@hotmail.com.
Sunday, May 26, 7 a.m. “Early Bird” Birding with Jeff
Join Jeff here at the Center before heading out to explore the North Quabbin area for spring migrant birds. Come for as long as your schedule allows. Severe weather cancels. Info: Jeff Johnstone, 978-249-9052.
Northfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center
It's May and the Turners Falls Fishway is Opening!
Visit the Turners Falls Fishway from May 11 until June 16.
Underwater viewing windows offer visitors of all ages a chance to see American shad, sea lamprey and other migratory fish during their upriver spring journey to spawn. Open Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm from mid May to mid June, as well as on Monday, Memorial Day. Free admission, no reservations required.
The Fishway is located on First Street, off Avenue A in Turners Falls, MA.
Saturday May 11th, Live Bird Demo -Eyes on Owls
Show times are at 11:30am and 1:30 pm
Event Description:
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will sponsor an educational live bird demonstration featuring Eyes On Owls. Eyes on Owls is run by Marcia and Mark Wilson of Dunstable, MA. This charismatic husband and wife team bring many years of experience to their popular owl programs. Marcia is a trained field biologist with experience in natural history, field ornithology and environmental education. Mark is a wildlife photographer, photojournalist and published author. Both are avid birders and enjoy teaching and sharing their passion for the natural world. For more information on Eyes on Owls visit eyeso...@earthlink.net.
Location:
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 300 Westgate Center Drive, Hadley, MA (behind Staples and Applebees)
Contact Information:
Jennifer Lapis 413-253-8303
Send an Email Jennife...@fws.gov
Fees/Admission: Free
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Dave Small
president
Athol Bird and Nature Club
Millers River Environmental Center
100 Main Street Athol Ma 01331
