OSFN Programs
Please note that all Programs, and schedules are subject to change. To avoid disappointment, please check with this site for updates and changes to dates, speakers, locations, etc. We thank you for your understanding in these matters.
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Beaver Valley Fall Colours 5Km Hike with Lilla Fodor
Wednesday, October 9, 9:30am to 12:30pm Beaver Valley Fall Colours 5Km Hike with Lilla Fodor, featuring spectacular views, Wodehouse Karst and Foundation Side Trails, Bill's Creek, and Fossils too. Terrain includes some significant hills. Limit:15. Pack a snack, and to receive directions, Register with Lilla via email at lillaf@icloud.com or 1-519-942-5257
Chasing Lemurs: From Research to Conservation in Madagascar
October 10 Chasing Lemurs: From Research to Conservation in MadagascarCome celebrate World Lemur Day with a presentation by explorer, author, and conservationist Dr. Keriann McGoogan and explorer, anthropologist, and conservationist Dr. Travis Steffens. They will take us on a journey to Madagascar to learn about the amazing wildlife and landscapes, the challenges of field … Continue reading Chasing Lemurs: From Research to Conservation in Madagascar
International Astronomy Day w/ John Hlynialuk and friends
Saturday, October 12 is International Astronomy Day. John Hlynialuk and friends invite you for a viewing at the Kiwanis field that night. Again OSFN members are welcome. To confirm location, time, and for more details, please register via an email to jhlyn2024@gmail.com
Woods Magnificent Old Growth Forest Hike (near Walters Falls) with Bob Knapp
Saturday October 19, 9:15 am to 1:00 pm Marshall Woods Magnificent Old Growth Forest Hike (near Walters Falls) with Bob Knapp. Meet 9:15 am at Grey Roots to drive together or carpool. Hike 6 kilometres. This magnificent, cathedral-like forest, is also home to many fungi, the pretty Rocklyn Creek, plus a lovely, terraced waterway, and … Continue reading Woods Magnificent Old Growth Forest Hike (near Walters Falls) with Bob Knapp
Water Birds & More in the Beaver Valley Watershed with David Turner.
Sat, Oct 26, 9:30 am - Noon - Water Birds & More in the Beaver Valley Watershed with David Turner.At various habitats and locations, David will explain what species have arrived, which will stay, and which ones will be winging southwards. Limit: 20. Register: with David by email fleshertonartgallery@gmail.com or phone 519-924-3560.Waiver Oct 26, 2024 Water … Continue reading Water Birds & More in the Beaver Valley Watershed with David Turner.
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.