OSFN Programs
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Rock Stars of the West Rocks: Ferns in abundance Hike A
September 13, 2017 @ 9:00 am
Join Peter Middleton to explore the rich diversity of fern species and habitats, that make the West Rocks one of Owen Sound’s natural gems.
This is the first part of a series, see also Fern Hike B.
Trip difficulty:
- Washrooms are not available during the hike.
- Walking is over woodland trails with exposed rock ridges. Good walking shoes are advised.
- Water, snacks, sun block and insect repellent should be carried.
Meeting place:
- Parking area on Concession 3 Derby, north of Co. Rd. #5 (Creamery Hill).
Suggested limit 8, Please register at letham.middleton@icloud.com
or telephone directly (519) 376 – 3242.
(rain date – later the same day – time TBA)
OSFN Indoor Meetings are normally held on the second Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. at the Bayshore Community Centre, 1900 3rd Ave E Owen Sound. There are no Indoor Meetings in July and August. Please see the individual event listings below for more details.
We invite speakers with a wide range of expertise from Grey/Bruce and other parts of the province. These evenings are open to the public. The auditorium is open by 6:30. The meeting gets under way at 7:00, and may include brief announcements by other organizations as well as OSFN club activities, club business, social time, nature sightings and reports.
The club also offers a full schedule of outdoor activities during the year. Through these outings, members learn more about the birds, plants, mammals and geology of this part of Ontario. We also keep a protective eye on our precious natural areas.