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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Events
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Luther Marsh Trails hike with Kevin Predon
Luther Marsh Trails hike with Kevin Predon Date: Thursday September 26,Time: 10am to 1or 2pmLuther Marsh Trails hike (3.4 - 8km likely) with Kevin Predon. Great birding and wetland area. The meeting spot will be the designated parking area located at 034588 Sideroad 21 & 22, Google Maps. After the hike we can all go … Continue reading Luther Marsh Trails hike with Kevin Predon
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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
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Chasing Lemurs: From Research to Conservation in Madagascar
October 10 Chasing Lemurs: From Research to Conservation in Madagascar Come 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 … Continue reading Chasing Lemurs: From Research to Conservation in Madagascar
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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
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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
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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.
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It’s Just a F-Fabulous Trail w/ Zane Davies
November 14 "It's Just a F-Fabulous Trail.” MeetZane Davies, who believes the purpose of outdooradventure is to create memorable experiences, the keyfacilitator of which is a trail. Learn why Zane is muchsought after as a trail developer as he shares his passionfor the "love of trails and their associated features."
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Birding Around the Bay – Waterfowl & More
Sun, Nov 17, 10am - 2pmBirding Around the Bay – Waterfowl & More with Kiah Jasper & Erik Van Den Kieboom You won't want to miss checking the shorelines and the Sound on this OSFN tradition event. Migration is well underway. Meet in front of the Owen Sound Bayshore Community Centre. Limit: 40.Register: kiahjasper@gmail.com or … Continue reading Birding Around the Bay – Waterfowl & More
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Yukon and Northern British Columbia: Exploring Nature and History with Audrey Armstrong and Willy Waterton ***ZOOM ONLY***
A Programming Update to Accommodate a Scheduling Conflict - this event is now on December 12.***THIS EVENT IS NOW ZOOM ONLY***If you are an OSFN member, the Zoom info has been mailed to you on Monday and will go out again before the meeting. If you're not a member, you can request a link by emailing … Continue reading Yukon and Northern British Columbia: Exploring Nature and History with Audrey Armstrong and Willy Waterton ***ZOOM ONLY***
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Oaxaca: From Mountains to Coast w/Erik Van Den Kieboom
A Programming Update to Accommodate a Scheduling Conflict - this event is now on January 9th and will be over Zoom only.Erik Van Den Kieboom presents Oaxaca: From Mountains to Coast. Erik will show us many highlights of Nature from his trip to Oaxaca. 7pm Thurs. January 9, 2025 Online Only, Via ZoomTo Register for … Continue reading Oaxaca: From Mountains to Coast w/Erik Van Den Kieboom
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Forestry Isn’t Always An F Word w/Kevin Predon ***ZOOM ONLY***
Kevin Predon - Forestry Isn’t Always An F Word. Kevin's goal is to cajole the Field Naturalists into an appreciation (or at least an understanding) of commercial forestry and its progressive environmental practices. ***ZOOM ONLY Due to the incoming storm, this meeting will be held over Zoom only. Please register using the link below and … Continue reading Forestry Isn’t Always An F Word w/Kevin Predon ***ZOOM ONLY***
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Who Made Those Tracks & Why? (2025)
There is too much snow!The tracking event scheduled for Saturday, February 22 is being postponed until a date to be determined in March. This will allow for a better quality of experience for participants and allow for safer parking. We apologize for any inconvenience this short notice may cause and thank you for your understanding. … Continue reading Who Made Those Tracks & Why? (2025)
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.