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*** →

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) →

Scenic Relaxed Snowshoeing at Kolapore, led by Stella Juhasz Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2025 Time: 10 am – 1 pm including lunch/snack break (bring with you).  Dress for cold weather, and two snowshoe poles are recommended.  The Kolapore Uplands section of the Bruce Trail includes old cedar groves, meadows and farm woodlots. From Metcalfe Rock experience … Continue reading Scenic Relaxed Snowshoeing at Kolapore, led by Stella Juhasz →

Members' Night - Brian Robin Coordinating. In person at the Bayshore Community Centre and over Zoom. A potpourri of OSFN members' photos, displays, art, collections and compositions focusing on the natural world. A limit of 10 minutes for each presentation is preferred. Register yours with Brian at robin.brian@gmail.com ***Currently Full*** ZOOM registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Rz6Gqsy5QP-3XsFc3TcbhgAfter registering … Continue reading Members’ Night →

John Bittorf - Water Forecasting & MonitoringDate: April 10, 2025Time: 7 pmLocation: Bayshore Community Centre, Owen Sound As the Water Resources Coordinator and Flood Duty Officer for Grey Sauble Conservation, John will introduce us to their flood forecasting, weather monitoring and water quality monitoring programmes - some of which are unique in Ontario. Can't join … Continue reading Water Forecasting & Monitoring w/John Bittorf →

In addition, OSFN also announces that its 10th annual Keynote Speaker Event to Celebrate Earth Day, will feature Dr. Anne Bell, the much revered former Director of Conservation and Education at Ontario Nature for 17 years, once again sponsored by Caframo.  Entitled 'Rapture and Resistance – the Heart of Nature Advocacy' this event will take place at the Harmony Centre at 2pm Sunday … Continue reading Earth Day Indoor Event “Rapture and Resistance – the Heart of Nature Advocacy” w/ Dr. Anne Bell →

John Hlynialuk - The Incas: Naturalists of the Night. Inca culture was intimately tuned into the natural world, both terrestrial and in the heavens overhead. This talk will look at the astronomy of the Southern skies and how the Inca related it to the natural world around them. Can’t join us in person? You can … Continue reading The Incas: Naturalists of the Night w/John Hlynialuk →

Nature Ramble in the Beaver Valley with Jen Ryckman WorrallDate: Monday May 19Time: 9:30am to 11:30am or 12 NoonJoin us for a Nature Ramble in the Beaver Valley with Jen Ryckman Worrall, on her 100 acre property at 726325 Sideroad 22b .  Also well-known locally as https://www.thefarmershouse.ca/   near the Epping/Rocklyn area.Bring lunch/snacks to enjoy at Jen's scenic lookout over the beautiful Beaver Valley.Enjoy … Continue reading Nature Ramble in the Beaver Valley with Jen Ryckman Worrall →

The Indoor Program and Annual General Meeting on June 12 are in person only. There will be NO ZOOM component.We look forward to seeing everyone there! 5:45 pm Social GatheringPlease bring a mug/glass for a beverage. 6:15 pm Annual MeetingClick here to open the Annual Reportwhich will be presented at the meeting. Remember to bring … Continue reading AGM & Discover the Whales of Eastern Canada w/ Sarah McComb-Turbitt →

Saugeen Valley Lookout with Brian & Clare Maher Date: Friday, June 13Time: 10am - 3pm An outstanding opportunity to visit Nels Maher’s and John Weir’s Fern Garden. Orchids, birds and more on this 40- acre naturalized property by the Saugeen River near Durham. Bring lunch. Guided tours.Limit: 20Register: Brian, brianmaher599@hotmail.com or 1-705-728-1507Please confirm with Brian if you would like to bring children along.Once … Continue reading Saugeen Valley Lookout with Brian & Clare Maher Date: Friday, June 13 →

Botany and More, on the Lake Huron Shore with Jeannine Kralt Date: Friday, June 20Time: 9am - Noon Starting at the Oliphant Fen and then to Petrel Point, this leisurely paced exploration of two unique coastal wetlands will highlight their sights and sounds. Mostly on boardwalks.***THIS EVENT IS CURRENTLY FULL***Limit: 12 Register: Jeannine, stewardship@osfn.ca Please … Continue reading Botany and More, on the Lake Huron Shore with Jeannine Kralt →

China Cove Tour coordinated by Nature Conservancy Canada (NCC)Hike Location: NCC's New China Cove PropertyDate: July 3rd, 2025Time: 10:00am-11:30am, second tour at 12:30pm-2pm ***Both Timeslots are Now Full***Meeting Location: Matheson Drive - parking along the west side of the road. Description: Explore the newly protected China Cove property along the picturesque shores of Lake Huron. … Continue reading China Cove Tour coordinated by Nature Conservancy Canada (NCC) →