Monadnock Bird and Nature Club

05/14/2026

2026 City Nature Challenge summary and upcoming events - https://mailchi.mp/a5769e3f8da1/welcome-to-monadnock-nature-club-and-upcoming-events-1101 Photos (from left to right): Ampedus oblessus observed by Steven Lamonde, Marmara salictella observed by Lucy McKay, and Podisus serieventris observed by Jack Forrester.

04/25/2026

Day 1 of the City Nature Challenge is complete, and we've already documented over 400 species in the Monadnock Region! The City Nature Challenge continues through Monday, and any iNaturalist observations made in the Monadnock Region during this time are automatically added to the project.

Today, mini-bioblitzes will be happening at 11AM The Caterpillar Lab's new headquarters (13 Main St., Dublin) and 3PM at the Harris Center.

Join the iNaturalist project and track our progress here:

Join us for the Monadnock Region’s first year participating in the City Nature Challenge! Make observations of wild plants, animals, and fungi from April 24–27 and take part in the world’s largest community science biodiversity census. By documenting what lives here, we help better understand ...

04/19/2026

🌱 The City Nature Challenge is the world's largest BioBlitz, and it's coming to the Monadnock Region for the very first time this spring! Any observations of wild plants, animals, or fungi made via iNaturalist in the Monadnock Region from April 24 to 27 will automatically be included, and there are tons of fun opportunities to explore the incredible biodiversity of our region alongside other nature lovers, including a walk at the Harris Center on April 25. The hope is that, by documenting what lives here, we can better understand — and care for — the nature that surrounds us.

👉 LEARN MORE — and see a full list of City Nature Challenge events happening throughout the Monadnock Region — at https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/city-nature-challenge-2026-monadnock-region?tab=about

Monadnock Bird and Nature Club Cheshire County Conservation District

03/29/2026

Upcoming events: The Monadnock Region's first time participating in the City Nature Challenge; bioblitzes, moth lighting, wildflower walks, and more! -

Exciting news! This year, the Monadnock Region joins hundreds of other regions around the globe for the City Nature Challenge, a four-day biodiversity celebration and bioblitz from April 24-27. Any iNaturalist observations made in the region will automatically contribute to the CNC. You can join our...

03/19/2026

Friday's Woodcock walk (3/20) postponed -

Quick email here— rain has snuck into the forecast for tomorrow, and as a result we are postponing the woodcock walk to next week. We will instead be meeting next Friday (3/27) at the same place and time, the Keene YMCA at 6:30 p.m.!

03/14/2026

If you missed this year's Salamander Crossing Brigade training on Thursday, you can now watch a recording on YouTube! Link is in the comments.

02/27/2026

We have two programs tomorrow!

Join us at the Gilsum STEAM Academy to view some of our overwintering and other local caterpillars at the SEED celebration & Community Sustainability Fair.

Or if you want to get outside and learn about insect ecology and phenology, come and walk with us at the Swanzey Airport to see what insect sign we can find! You might not think "bugs" when you think of late winter activity, but there is still plenty to see if you're looking for it!

Check out our events calendar on our website for more information!

02/26/2026

We're looking forward to our winter insect search with The Caterpillar Lab on Saturday morning! We will be walking on packed snow, but if you plan on coming, spikes or other traction devices might be a good idea! We'll learn about many different insect signs that are observable in winter. For example, did you know this little structure on sugar maple is a forest tent caterpillar egg mass?

02/21/2026

Upcoming events: a winter bug hunt, woodcocks, and more! -

Though winter isn’t the time of year that people think of for finding bugs, it can be a great time to search for insect track and sign! Led by our friends at The Caterpillar Lab, we’ll explore the Dillant-Hopkins Airport to find leafminers, barkminers, and gall makers, and if we’re lucky maybe...

02/10/2026

There's one week left to register! Join us for an exciting opportunity to bird on farms throughout our region! Learn new skills and about wildlife conservation on the farm! As spring approaches, learn more about the importance of delayed mowing and other wildlife considerations! Register here, https://www.cheshireconservation.org/event-details/birding-on-the-farm-westmoreland-garden-project

Participants will learn about farm habitat dynamics for birds, habitat management, wildlife conservation on the farm, farm conservation easements and their importance in supporting local agriculture and wildlife, as well as species identification from experienced bird guides.

- This workshop series is open to birders and enthusiasts of all skill levels!
- Participants should bring binoculars with them (extras may be available), and weather appropriate dress and boots.
- Walking: Please note that we will take stops for discussion and observation.
- Signs will direct to parking areas.

Presented by Cheshire County Conservation District (CCCD), USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Windham County Natural Resources Conservation District (Windham NRCD), Southeastern Vermont Audubon, Monadnock Outdoors, and the Monadnock Bird and Nature Club!

Cost: Free, Registration Required

Please Note: Pets and service animals are not allowed at Birding on the Farm workshops due food safety regulations on working farms.

For questions or assistance in registration contact:
Email [email protected] or call (603) 904-3011

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Image Description: Left half photo of Birding on the Farm participants using binoculars, and right half white background. Image reads "Birding on the Farm Workshop Series. Join us for an exciting opportunity to bird on farms throughout our region! Learn new skills, and learn about wildlife conservation on the farm! February 16th @ 8AM-10AM: Westmoreland Garden Project, Westmoreland, NH. More 2026 workshop offerings to be announced soon! Registration Required: cheshireconservation.org/events."