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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Grey Bruce Christmas Bird Counts, 2020
The local CBCs will be complying with all current public health guidelines and practicing physical distancing. It is our understanding that there will be no local in-person gatherings after the counts.If you would like to participate in one or more counts, please contact the Christmas Bird Count coordinator for the count area you are interested … Continue reading Grey Bruce Christmas Bird Counts, 2020
Exploring the Polar Regions: A Guide’s Perspective Bella Waterton and Paul Scriver
Bella Waterton and Paul Scriver have been working in the polar regions for the last decade, most recently along the Hudson Bay coastline guiding at, and managing a National Geographic Polar Bear Lodge. They will speak about their experiences, the wildlife of this area, plus tourism there and in the broader polar regions.This is a … Continue reading Exploring the Polar Regions: A Guide’s Perspective Bella Waterton and Paul Scriver
Tanzania: Cultures of Maasai and Lions; and Zanzibar: A World of Spices with Pamela Kinchen
Tanzania: Cultures of Maasai and Lions; and Zanzibar: A World of Spices with Pamela KinchenDate: Thursday, January 28, 2021Time: 7 p.m.A Dream Trip realized to see it All - Before it’s Gone! Three weeks of “Pinch me - I’m really Here!This is a ZOOM webinar. Details of how to join will be sent out in an … Continue reading Tanzania: Cultures of Maasai and Lions; and Zanzibar: A World of Spices with Pamela Kinchen
Being a Bird in North America by Robert Alvo
Being a Bird in North America by Robert AlvoDate: Thursday, January 28, 2021Time: 7 p.m.Robert is a conservation biologist, bird expert, with special emphasis on loons, and the author of Being a Bird in North America (available directly from Robert). The first portion of this webinar is titled "Common Loon Breeding Success in Relation to Lake Acidity and Lake Size over 38 … Continue reading Being a Bird in North America by Robert Alvo
Tanzania: Cultures of Maasai and Lions; and Zanzibar: A World of Spices with Pamela Kinchen
Tanzania: Cultures of Maasai and Lions; and Zanzibar: A World of Spices with Pamela KinchenA Dream Trip realized to see it All - Before it’s Gone! Three weeks of “Pinch me - I’m really Here!”The Zoom link will be sent out closer to the date.This is a ZOOM webinar. Details of how to join will be … Continue reading Tanzania: Cultures of Maasai and Lions; and Zanzibar: A World of Spices with Pamela Kinchen
Nordic Ski with Beth Anne Currie and John Dickson
Date: Wednesday, February 17 2021Time: 10-11:30am - Plan to meet after 9:45am.We'll ski over the Grasslands of Sarawak/Georgian Bluffs. Snowshoers welcome too.Weather permitting, and following Public Health Guidelines.For meeting location and to Register:Please contact: bethannecurrie@sympatico.ca or 519-376-7237
Who Made Those Tracks and Why? with Jeff Kinchen
Who Made Those Tracks and Why? with Jeff KinchenDate: Saturday, February 27, 2021Time: 1 pm - 4 pmThere is still room in this interpretive late winter tracking hike. Learn how to observe and recognize Nature's clues. You will need your snowshoes for this event.Register: bognors.finest@gmail.com or 519-374-4246We continue to adhere to Public Health guidelines related to Covid-19 and distancing requirements. … Continue reading Who Made Those Tracks and Why? with Jeff Kinchen
MEMBERS’ NIGHT: Brian Robin Coordinating
A potpourri of OSFN members’ slides, displays, collections, art and compositions focusing on the natural world. A limit of 10 minutes of presentation time preferred.Register your entry with Brian at web@owensoundfieldnaturalists.caThis is a ZOOM webinar. Details of how to join will be sent out in an eHerald closer to the event. The webinar will be open … Continue reading MEMBERS’ NIGHT: Brian Robin Coordinating
A Sunday Winter Tracking Hike. Who Made Those Tracks and Why?
A Sunday Winter Tracking Hike. Who Made Those Tracks and Why? with Jeff KinchenDate: Sunday, March 14, 2021Time: 1 pm - 4 pmThere is still room in this interpretive late winter tracking hike. Learn how to observe and recognize Nature's clues. Snowshoes may still be helpful.Register: bognors.finest@gmail.com or 519-374-4246We continue to adhere to Public Health guidelines related to Covid-19 and distancing requirements. … Continue reading A Sunday Winter Tracking Hike. Who Made Those Tracks and Why?
Early Spring Tour of Kimberley Forest Trails with Lilla Fodor
Early Spring Tour of Kimberley Forest Trails, with Lilla Fodor. Underground Streams, Springs, Scenic Lookouts, Beautiful Forests and more. Located east of Markdale. Starting from the top of the Beaver Valley Ski Club. 7KM of Easy-Medium-Difficult terrain with some slopes. Walking poles and boots with crampons/grippers recommended, plus water, and lunch/snack. Public Safety guidelines, social distancing, to be followed, please pack a mask.No washroom facilities … Continue reading Early Spring Tour of Kimberley Forest Trails with Lilla Fodor
A Morning Forestry Walk at Massie Hills with Carl Sadler
A Morning Forestry Walk at Massie Hills with Carl SadlerDate: Wednesday March 31, 2021Time: 10am to NoonStarting at the main entrance to Massie Hills Mgmt. Area on Concession 6, block and a half south of Grey Road #18 Learn about the Pine tree thinning that is planned for the area,followed by some Tree Identification in the hardwood forest.Public Health Guidelines … Continue reading A Morning Forestry Walk at Massie Hills with Carl Sadler
Foraging for Edible and Medicinal Plants: Alexis Burnett
This presentation will focus on learning how to ethically harvest plants for food and medicine from the wild. We will talk about both native and non-native plants and explore what it means to work with these groups of plants in a way that helps to sustain and regenerate local populations.This is a ZOOM webinar. Details of … Continue reading Foraging for Edible and Medicinal Plants: Alexis Burnett
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.