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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Birding Around the Bay – Waterfowl and More with Erik Van Den Kieboom and Kiah Jasper (2023)
Sunday November 12, 10am to 2pm Birding Around the Bay – Waterfowl and More with Erik Van Den Kieboom and Kiah Jasper. Join Erik and Kiah for this OSFN Tradition. … Continue reading Birding Around the Bay – Waterfowl and More with Erik Van Den Kieboom and Kiah Jasper (2023)
Annual Christmas Bird Counts (CBCs)
Dec 14, 2023 – Jan 5, 2024Annual Christmas Bird Counts (CBCs) OSFN members are invited to participate in CBC’s across Grey-Bruce. Counts are held on different dates throughout the CBC … Continue reading Annual Christmas Bird Counts (CBCs)
Where the Falcon Flies w/ Adam Shoalts
Professional explorer and adventurer Adam Shoalts returns to tell us about his latest adventure and book Where the Falcon Flies: a 3,400 km solo canoe journey from Lake Erie to the Arctic. The … Continue reading Where the Falcon Flies w/ Adam Shoalts
A Woodlot Tour with Carl Sadler
A Woodlot Tour with Carl Sadler 2pm - 3:30pm Wednesday December 20Highlighting some of the history of the Derby Tract property and the Forest Plantation Management there. Please register with … Continue reading A Woodlot Tour with Carl Sadler
An update on the use of parasitic wasps in control of emerald ash borer in Ontario w/ Susan McGowan
A description of the parasitic wasp program, carried out in an effort to control Emerald Ash Borer in Ontario, including our own local site at the West Rocks Management Area, … Continue reading An update on the use of parasitic wasps in control of emerald ash borer in Ontario w/ Susan McGowan
Snowshoe Hike at the Osprey Wetlands
Snowshoe Hike at the Osprey Wetlands with Kevin PredonIf you have previously registered for this snowshoe hike, Kevin would appreciate an email or phone call to the address below so that he … Continue reading Snowshoe Hike at the Osprey Wetlands
Tick Talk – Lyme Disease 101 with Dr. Anne Uings. Via Zoom only!
Important information for you to get first hand here: Absolute numbers of ticks are increasing, The percentage of ticks carrying Lyme is increasing. Ticks are being dispersed to new areas by … Continue reading Tick Talk – Lyme Disease 101 with Dr. Anne Uings. Via Zoom only!
Nordic Ski with Beth Anne Currie and John Dickson (2024)
Thursday Feb 8 - 10am to 11:30 am - Nordic Ski with Beth Anne Currie and John Dickson*** CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF SNOW ***We’ll ski over parts of the … Continue reading Nordic Ski with Beth Anne Currie and John Dickson (2024)
The Lake Huron Aquatic Ecosystem w/Arunas Liskaukas
The Lake Huron aquatic ecosystem has experienced profound changes over the last few decades, primarily driven by the effects of invasive species. Fish communities have been altered and food webs … Continue reading The Lake Huron Aquatic Ecosystem w/Arunas Liskaukas
Who Made Those Tracks & Why? (2024)
Saturday, February 24 2024 - 1pm to 4pm with Jeff Kinchen: Who Made Those Tracks & Why?An enriching tracking tutorial in the wilderness. Learn to observe and recognize Nature’s clues. … Continue reading Who Made Those Tracks & Why? (2024)
Members’ Night – Brian Robin Coordinating
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. ***Currently Full!*** Thank you … Continue reading Members’ Night – Brian Robin Coordinating
Grey Roots Spring Lecture Series – Orchid Quest w/ Audrey Armstrong & Willy Waterton
DETAILS and UPDATE: Due to popular demand, Grey Roots have added a second lecture time of 2:30 pm. You can choose which time you prefer – 1:00 or 2:30 pm. It will be the same presentation … Continue reading Grey Roots Spring Lecture Series – Orchid Quest w/ Audrey Armstrong & Willy Waterton
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.