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SUMMARY:Have you ever wondered how dragonflies and other insects survive the winter?
DESCRIPTION:***This will be a ZOOM ONLY presentation*** \n\n\n\nRosemary Martin asks: Have you ever wondered how dragonflies and other insects survive the winter? What impact will climate change have on these important ecological communities? Drill through the ice with Rosemary Martin to discover the surprisingly active ecosystem that exists below the ice during the winter.  Rosemary will share some cool results from her PhD research on overwintering aquatic invertebrates as well as some under-ice video footage captured in a beaver pond in our very own Georgian Bluffs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is a ZOOM-only webinar. Details of how to join have sent out in an eHerald to members. The webinar will be open at 6:45pm to sort any technical difficulties. \n\n\n\nDidn’t receive an e-herald but would still like to participate? Please contact web@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca with “Insects” in the subject line. \n\n\n\nRosemary is just recovering from Covid-19.  When reviewing the demographics of our club\, we felt it was best if she presents on ZOOM. \n\n\n\nBackswimmer under ice.\n\n\n\nRosemary “Rosie” Martin is a senior PhD Candidate in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Toronto\, Mississauga. Her work focuses on how aquatic insects overwinter and how the under-ice physical conditions determine who survives\, who stays active\, who eats whom\, and how that all plays into food web and community structure in subsequent seasons. 
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/have-you-ever-wondered-how-dragonflies-and-other-insects-survive-the-winter/
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SUMMARY:Sarawak Saunter IV with David Morris Explorethe diverse flora near Indian Falls.
DESCRIPTION:Sat Sep 10: 9:30am to 1Sarawak Saunter IV with David Morris Explore the diverse flora near Indian Falls. Goldenrods (6 species) and asters (7 species)\, ferns & 60-70 other species. Register: davidtmorris@rogers.com or 519-376-1304 \n\n\n\n\n\nDavid Morris (Photo by Nancy Brown)
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/sarawak-saunter-iv-with-david-morris-explorethe-diverse-flora-near-indian-falls/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220917T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220917T113000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
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SUMMARY:An Anglesea Klondike Ramble with Don Rawls
DESCRIPTION:Saturday Sep17: 9:30–11:30am An Anglesea Klondike Ramble with Don Rawls. Trails\, Ferns\, Fungi\, Heritage Trees\, Erratic Boulders\, and Local History too. \n\n\n\n782358 Sideroad #3\, Chatsworth. Register: 519 794 0561 or rawfam46@gmail.com \n\n\n\nHart’s Tongue Ferns at Anglesea (Photo by John Dickson)
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/an-anglesea-klondike-ramble-with-don-rawls/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220920T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
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SUMMARY:Pop-up OSFN hike\, with a focus on ferns
DESCRIPTION:Bruce Trail Pop-up Hike with Barbara Palmer\n\n\n\n\n\nPop-up OSFN hike\, with a focus on ferns\n\n\n\nBruce Trail Pop-up Hike with Barbara Palmer\n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday September 20Time: 2 pm – 4 pmBruce Trail Hike featuring fabulous ferns along with a few fall flowers with Barbara Palmer. Hike a lovely 2km loop near East Linton with mossy crevices and some uncommon ferns.Caution: rough\, rocky\, uneven footing! Hiking boots and pole(s) are recommended. This hike will be canceled if weather is wet.For further details and to register:  Barbara at  barbara_p@rogers.com or 519-377-2785
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/pop-up-osfn-hike-with-a-focus-on-ferns/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220923T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220905T145150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220905T145152Z
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SUMMARY:The Asters and Goldenrods of Dorcas Bay with Tyler Miller
DESCRIPTION:Friday Sep 23: 9am to 12 NoonThe Asters and Goldenrods of Dorcas Bay with Tyler Miller\, Field Ecologist with Bruce Peninsula National Park. Immerse yourself in local aster and goldenrod ecology and the ecosystems we find them in.To register\, please email – tyler.miller@pc.gc.ca or telephone 705-341-2777
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/the-asters-and-goldenrods-of-dorcas-bay-with-tyler-miller/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221001T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221001T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220915T122228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T122233Z
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SUMMARY:Experience McIvor Wetland near Purple Valleywith Bob and Marie Knapp.
DESCRIPTION:Experience McIvor Wetland near Purple Valleywith Bob and Marie Knapp. Visit this 300 acre BTC unique wetland with lots ofescarpment features. Bring lunch and water. Tea will be served on Bob & Marie’scabin deck following the hike. Reg: rmknapp@yahoo.com or 519 371 1255
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/experience-mcivor-wetland-near-purple-valleywith-bob-and-marie-knapp/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221005T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221005T143000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T125540Z
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SUMMARY:Beaver Valley Fall Colours Hike with Lilla Fodor
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a spectacular Fall Colours hike across the top of Beaver Valley\, down through Bowles Gully and back up through the Kimberley Forest.  \n\n\n\nThis is an up to 4 hour hilly hike\, taking in parts of the Beaver Valley Ski Club hills with long views over Beaver Valley\, a stroll by the quaint ski chalets along the bottom of the hill and a picnic lunch halfway through by the Beaver River. After lunch we will be leisurely making our way back up along the Kimberley Forest Side Trail and doubling back to our vehicles on the main Bruce Trail.  \n\n\n\nDuring this fall colours tour\, Lilla will also share about the history and geology of the Beaver Valley\, Bowles Gully and the Kimberley Forest.Pack a lunch; sturdy hiking footwear and hiking poles would be a help.Directions & to Register: lillaf@icloud.com or 1-519-942-5257 
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/beaver-valley-fall-colours-hike-with-lilla-fodor/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220915T122613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T115630Z
UID:6368-1665396000-1665403200@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Robert Burcher & John Muir in Trout Hollow
DESCRIPTION:Robert Burcher & John Muir in Trout Hollow \n\n\n\nRobert Burcher\n\n\n\nMon Oct 10: 10am-NoonFollowing in the footsteps of John Muir – A Trout Hollow Saunter – with Robert Burcher. \n\n\n\nDiscover the Escarpment Biosphere Conservancy’s Trout Hollow Nature Reserve\, where OSFN offers this educational walk\, with Author\, Historian and Steward Robert Burcher\, to reinforce for you the connections that John Muir had with our area and this special property during his time here\, a century and a half ago. \n\n\n\nStarting at 10AM\, and walking with Robert Burcher for historical and natural highlights on a 3km loop trail into Trout Hollow that will bring you back up to the starting area around Noon.Suitable sturdy footwear\, (maybe a walking stick too)\, is recommended\, plus water and snacks.Everyone Welcome! All ages! \n\n\n\nLimit 12 – meet at the 7th line and 12/13 sideroad (of Meaford The 7th line meets Hwy.#26 at the Kubota Dealership – lots of orange tractors!)Please Register: Burcherphoto@gmail.com
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/robert-burcher-john-muir-in-trout-hollow/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221013T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T133344Z
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SUMMARY:Lindsay Tract Trek to a Black Spruce Grove (locally rare) with County Forester Kevin Predon.
DESCRIPTION:Bruce County Forester Kevin Predon will lead us to this unique stand of Black Spruce\, common elsewhere\, but locally rare. Other features include the Spring Creek Wetland Complex with its resident fish\,  beavers\, turtles\, and frogs. We’ll see different tree species: along with the Black Spruce\, we’ll see Jack Pine\, White Pine\, Red Pine\, White Cedar\, Balsam Fir\, Sugar Maple\, White Birch\, Yellow Birch\, Tamarack (which might be turning yellow)  and lots of Speckled Alder. We may also see different species of animal tracks embedded in the mud along the trail – Bear\, Coyote\, Raccoon\, Hare\, Deer\, etc.  Easy/moderate hiking conditions\, with some wet areas.  This is a 9 km one-way trip hike that goes from one side of the Lindsay Tract to the other – or with a shorter 3 km (6 km round trip) option. Meet at the Lindsay Tract main parking lot off Highway 6.Register: KPredon@brucecounty.on.ca or at 226-909-2840.Bring a snack or lunch and water.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/lindsay-tract-trek-to-a-black-spruce-grove-locally-rare-with-county-forester-kevin-predon/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221013T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221013T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T125846Z
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SUMMARY:Indoor Meeting: A Scientist Visits the Holy Land with Dan Ostler
DESCRIPTION:Date: October 13\, 2022Time: 7 pmLocation: Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre\, Owen Sound \n\n\n\nDan Ostler\, our intrepid cruise ship lecturer\, ventures forth into the Holy Land and considers the stories we all know so well through the eyes of a scientist. Correlating known History with Earth Science\, the Volcanic History of the Mediterranean\, a little Cultural Anthropology\, and the cultures of the Egyptians and Minoans and Romans (not to mention the Philistines) some rather surprising findings emerge. From the plagues of Moses to the parting of the Red Sea to the abrupt vanishing of the Minoan civilization to Joshua and the Walls of Jericho\, the stories become even more fascinating when viewed from the perspective of a scientist. \n\n\n\nOSFN is grateful to Dan for filling in once again on short notice for the scheduled speaker\, who was unable to attend due to feeling too unwell. \n\n\n\nFor our club members\, and the public\, who are not comfortable in larger groups or have to travel great distances to join us\, we are continuing to offer a ZOOM option. Details of how to join via ZOOM have been sent out to OSFN members in an eHerald. The webinar will be open at 6:45pm to sort any technical difficulties. Didn’t receive an e-herald but would still like to participate? Please contact web@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca with “Dan” in the subject line. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDan Ostler
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/conserving-aerial-insectivores-with-natasha-barlow/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221016T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T133407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221015T011435Z
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SUMMARY:Water Birds & More\, with David Turner in the Beaver Valley Watershed
DESCRIPTION:***NEW DAY – This Outing is now on Sunday Oct 16th due to rain***A chance to check up on the birdlife on the Lakes\, shores\, ponds\, river banks\, wetlands\, and more; to learn who has just flown in\, who is planning to stay\, and who will be winging away southwards soon. This popular event will begin at the south end of the Beaver Valley\, meeting at the Top of the Rock in Eugenia. Call 519 924 3560 or email David Turner to register at  fleshertonartgallery@gmail.com  \n\n\n\nDavid Turner (Supplied Photo)
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/water-birds-more-with-david-turner-in-the-beaver-valley-watershed/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221022T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T133508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T121438Z
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SUMMARY:Crevices\, Caves and Cambering with Carol Mullin.
DESCRIPTION:Join Carol for a unique hike through Boyd’s Crevice near Owen Sound.  \n\n\n\nYou will observe and learn about the amazing geology in this majestic formation. \n\n\n\nMeet Time: 9:30 am at the parking area on 11th Concession\, south of Superior Street just past the rail trail crossing. There is a small parking lot and roadside parking for overflow (park on the east side of the road).  Pace : moderate. This is an in-and-out hike with easy\, moderate and brief difficult sections. Possible slippery conditions. Hiking poles suggested.  \n\n\n\nPlease bring water and a snack. To register\, please email Carol Mullin at ttcmullin@hotmail.com  Call or text 226-787-8804
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/crevices-caves-and-cambering-with-carol-mullin/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221029T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221029T153000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T133954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221015T010813Z
UID:6398-1667048400-1667057400@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Discover Trails of Doug Price and Gayle Watson's scenic\, hilly rural property in the Hills of Massie
DESCRIPTION:Discover Trails of Doug Price and Gayle Watson’s scenic in the Hills of Massie\, East of Chatsworth\, with the Tamaracks turning golden\, and the forest canopy opening up too. Diversity abounds amongst the meadows\, forests and wetlands of this special property\, located at 457102 Concession 3A ChatsworthTwp.To register\, please email Doug at khofire@gmail.com\, or phone 519 377 0652.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/discover-trails-of-doug-price-and-gayle-watsons-scenic-hilly-rural-property-in-the-hills-of-massie/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221030T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221030T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20221015T010959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221015T011156Z
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SUMMARY:Aquatic Invertebrate Identification with Rosie Martin
DESCRIPTION:Aquatic Invertebrate Identification with Rosie MartinDate: Sunday October 30Time: 1pm to 4pm Max group size 25 (drop in/out style rather than hike)Meet in Harrison Park (by the river just east of the playground washrooms) to learn tips on how to identify aquatic insects like (larval) dragonflies\, damselflies\, mayflies\, caddisflies and more. Rosie will have tables set up with microscopes and invertebrates collected from a nearby beaver pond.This event (it is not a hike) will run from 1:00-4:00 on a drop in/drop out basis with a maximum of 25 people at any one time. The Owen Sound Young Naturalists have been invited to join us from 2pm to 4pm. \n\n\n\nRosie will be giving a stream sampling demonstration and will talk briefly about differences between organisms living in lentic and lotic habitats. Kid friendly (please supervise around water)! \n\n\n\nRegistration: If you want to attend\, please send Rosie an email at  rosemary.martin00@gmail.com   so she can keep track of attendance for contact tracing purposes. Please bring a mask if you wish to use the microscopes.  Hand sanitizer will be provided. 
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/aquatic-invertebrate-identification-with-rosie-martin-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221110T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T125958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221107T170807Z
UID:6373-1668106800-1668114000@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Love At First Light: Astronomy with Steve Ritchie.
DESCRIPTION:Love At First Light: Astronomy with Steve Ritchie at the Bayshore Community Centre (and live over Zoom).Local radio host and musician Steve Ritchie who shares how Covid lockdowns and being the host of a buy-and-sell radio show converged to drop a Meade Lightbridge 12 Telescope in his lap in the winter of 2021. You’ll hear about aperture\, Deep Sky\, the magnification myth\, and how seeing with his own eyes is\, for him\, an experience that cements a personal\, physical connection to the cosmos.For our club members\, and the public\, who are not comfortable in larger groups or have to travel great distances to join us\, we are continuing to offer a ZOOM option. Details of how to join via ZOOM will be sent out to OSFN members in an eHerald. The webinar will be open at 6:45pm to sort any technical difficulties. Didn’t receive an e-herald but would still like to participate? Please contact web@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca with “Astronomy” in the subject line.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/love-at-first-light-astronomy-with-steve-ritchie/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T134811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220918T134848Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Around the Bay – Waterfowl and More
DESCRIPTION:Birding Around the Bay – Waterfowl and More with Erik Van Den Kieboom and Kiah Jasper. An OSFN Tradition. Meet at front of the Bayshore Comm. Centre Reg: kiahjasper@gmail.com or erikkieboom@outlook.com
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/birding-around-the-bay-waterfowl-and-more-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221208T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T130024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T002247Z
UID:6375-1670526000-1670533200@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Catching Penguins and Diving into the Icy Cold
DESCRIPTION:Catching Penguins and Diving into the Icy Cold: Sarah McComb-Turbitt combines Science and Artistry through her research into individual variations in the winter foraging behaviours of Gentoo Penguins\, and then shares their story through Wildlife Art for Conservation.  \n\n\n\n7pm Thursday December 8\, at the Bayshore Community Centre and on zoom. To request a zoom link please email web@osfn.ca with Penguin in the subject line.   \n\n\n\nSarah McComb-Turbitt is a young local scientist and artist who received her initial training here in the Owen Sound area. Having completed several years of study and hands-on scientific research on both the East and West Coasts\, she is concentrating more now on her art career\, including the creation of an  amazing and beautiful mural in downtown Wiarton  and Wildlife Art for Conservation. This past summer she was also on the conference committee for the Society for Marine Mammalogy https://www.smmconference.org  where she coordinated the art exhibit\, the online auction and also presented research on pilot whales. \n\n\n\nIn addition Sarah McComb-Turbitt is a member of Artists for Conservation\, based in Vancouver where her painting was selected for the front cover of their 2023 Environmental Calendar – for more info please visit  https://www.artistsforconservation.org/
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/catching-penguins-and-diving-into-the-icy-cold/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221214T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230105T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T143452Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Christmas Bird Counts (CBCs)
DESCRIPTION:Annual 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 period in Owen Sound\, Meaford\, Saugeen Shores\, Kincardine\, Hanover\, Wiarton\, Pike Bay\, Cape Chin & Bruce National Park. Watch the HTH & E-Heralds for dates and contacts\, or visit this link & zoom in to find a CBC near you.www.birdscanada.org/volunteer/cbc/index.jsp?argetpg=mapviewer&lang=EN
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/annual-christmas-bird-counts-cbcs-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T130155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T184437Z
UID:6377-1673550000-1673557200@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Springtime Wildflowers of the Great Smoky Mountains\, with Walter Muma
DESCRIPTION:Springtime Wildflowers of the Great Smoky Mountains\, with Walter Muma While early spring still has Ontario in its grip\, the Great Smoky Mountains put on a spectacular display of wildflowers during thelatter part of April. Many species found there are familiar to us\, while others will be new to Ontario naturalists. Join Walter Muma as he shows us the many varieties of wildflowers of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. \n\n\n\n7pm Thursday January 12\, at the Bayshore Community Centre and on Zoom. To request a zoom link please email web@osfn.ca with Walter in the subject line.   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWalter is an avid experienced field botanist who focusses much of his botany explorations on Grey and Bruce counties\, and from Newfoundland to Lake Superior and down into the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. His outdoor interests\, which he has pursued since his teenage years\, include tracking and wilderness survival\, hiking\, backpacking\, canoeing\, and just generally “wandering the wild areas”. \n\n\n\nHe is the curator of the Ontario Wildflowers website\, as well as the Ontario Trees\, Ontario Ferns\, and Ontario Grasses websites\, which are “go to” sites for parks staff\, environmental consultants and others who are in the business of identifying wildflowers and other plants in the field. In addition to these sites\, he has created many other websites relating to survival\, tracking\, and the outdoors. \n\n\n\nIn his work life he is a busy self-employed accounting software consultant\, custom software developer\, and accountant. \n\n\n\nWalter and his wife Julie reside in Grey County on their 100 acre natural and farmland property.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/springtime-wildflowers-of-the-great-smoky-mountains-with-walter-muma/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230201T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20230130T140349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T140525Z
UID:6957-1675245600-1675256400@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Scenic Relaxed Snowshoeing at Kolapore\, led by Stella Juhasz
DESCRIPTION:New Date: Wednesday\, February 1\, 2023Time: 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.  \n\n\n\nMeet at the Kolapore parking lot on Grey Road 2\, south of Ravenna.  \n\n\n\nFrom Metcalfe Rock experience spectacular views of Mill Creek Valley and Duncan Escarpment Provincial Park.  \n\n\n\nRelaxed pace\, moderate difficulty\, some steep inclines\, this 7.5km out and back hike can be shortened for those who wish to return early. Maximum 15 or so. To register\, for directions\, carpooling options\, or more information\, etc.\, please email John Dickson at  jwdickso@gmail.com 
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/scenic-relaxed-snowshoeing-at-kolapore-led-by-stella-juhasz/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230209T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230209T113000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T143633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T203745Z
UID:6402-1675935000-1675942200@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Nordic Ski with Beth Anne Currie and John Dickson
DESCRIPTION:Nordic Ski with Beth Anne Currie and John DicksonWe’ll ski over some Grasslands of Sarawak/Georgian Bluffs/and/or Cobble Beach… Nature\, history\, fellowship and gentle exercise in the great outdoors. Or Snowshoe at your own pace. Reg: bethannecurrie@sympatico.ca or TEXT @ 519-379-8231
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/nordic-ski-with-beth-anne-currie-and-john-dickson-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T130352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T133050Z
UID:6380-1675969200-1675976400@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Kiah Jasper and his 2022 Ontario “Big Year”
DESCRIPTION:Kiah Jasper and his 2022 Ontario “Big Year” Join Kiah and hear about his recent Big Year of Birding in Ontario\, which is an attempt to break the record for most bird species seen in a calendar year. His travels took him from Attawapiskat on the coast of James Bay\, to Ottawa\, to Point Pelee National Park. Car issues\, winter camping in -40 and countless bird photos will be featured. \n\n\n\n7pm Thursday February 9th\, at the Bayshore Community Centre and on Zoom. To request a zoom link please email web@osfn.ca with “Kiah” in the subject line.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNorthern Hawk Owl (Photo by Kiah Jasper)\n\n\n\nKiah Jasper (Supplied Photo)
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/kiah-jasper-and-his-2022-ontario-big-year/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230225T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T144241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T203804Z
UID:6408-1677330000-1677340800@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Who Made Those Tracks & Why? with Jeff Kinchen
DESCRIPTION:Who Made Those Tracks & Why? with Jeff Kinchen. An enriching tutorial in the wilderness. Learn to observe and recognize Nature’s clues.Snowshoes may be needed. Register: bognors.finest@gmail.com or 519-374-4246
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/who-made-those-tracks-why-with-jeff-kinchen/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230309T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230309T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T130428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T203806Z
UID:6381-1678388400-1678395600@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Members' Night – Brian Robin Coordinating
DESCRIPTION:Members’ Night – Brian Robin CoordinatingA potpourri of OSFN members’ slides\, displays\, art\, collections and compositions focusing on the natural world. A limit of 10 minutes for each presentation is preferred. Register yours with Brian Robin at robin.brian@gmail.com
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/members-night-brian-robin-coordinating-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230416T100000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20230225T143905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230225T143906Z
UID:6989-1678615200-1681639200@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Migration Monitor Loop Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Tamara Wilson\, a member of OSFN and the PBTC (Peninsula Bruce Trail Club) has set up six Migration Monitor Loop Hikes (10-12km each\, approx. 2hrs.\, with the pace ranging from brisk to leisurely\, on sometimes difficult terrain\, open to the public and OSFN members too).With 10am starts\, beginning March 12 to April 16\, the hikes will alternate between two routes\, for six consecutive Sundays\, inviting hikers to “Join us as we look for clues of spring’s arrival on Cape Chin North. We will alternate two routes on a weekly basis\, watching for seasonal changes along the wetlands\, small inland lakes\, woodlands and escarpment shoreline. We will stop\, look and listen for the arrival of plants and flowers\, birds and other harbingers of spring.’  For more hike details\, please be sure to visit https://www.pbtc.ca/hikes  and to register for one or more hikes\, please email the hike leader tamara.wilson@eastlink.ca
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/migration-monitor-loop-hikes/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230325T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T144305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230218T015820Z
UID:6409-1679736600-1679745600@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Birding the Waters of Beaver Valley with David Turner
DESCRIPTION:Birding the Waters of Beaver Valley with David TurnerTundra Swans and more at Lake Eugenia\, and nearby\, during the early SpringMigration. Reg: fleshertonartgallery@gmail.com or 519-924-3560
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/birding-the-waters-of-beaver-valley-with-david-turner/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230413T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230413T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T130911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T115247Z
UID:6384-1681412400-1681419600@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Salamanders with Don Scallen
DESCRIPTION:Salamanders with Don ScallenFor decades\, Don Scallen has visited springtime ponds to witness the wondrous spectacle of Spotted Salamander and Jefferson Salamander breeding. He will share pictures and videos of this special time of year. Don’s salamander adventures are not limited to the spring however. In recent years he has ventured into the woods in early autumn to document the nocturnal behaviour of various salamander species. And in late fall of last year\, he finally had the opportunity to meet and photograph a mudpuppy in a local stream.7pm Thursday April 13th\, at the Bayshore Community Centre and on Zoom. To request a zoom link please email web@osfn.ca with “Don” in the subject line. 
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/salamanders-with-don-scallen/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230415T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230415T133000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T144742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T204607Z
UID:6412-1681554600-1681565400@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Springtime Hogg’s Falls Tour with Lilla Fodor
DESCRIPTION:Springtime Hogg’s Falls Tour with Lilla Fodor exploring the main Bruce Trail and some loops below through the beautiful Beaver Valley\, ending at scenic Hogg’s Falls on the Boyne River. Bring lunch and/or snacks for a mid-hike break. Appropriate footwear and hiking poles suggested.Register: lillaf@icloud.com or 1-519-942-5257
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/springtime-hoggs-falls-tour-with-lilla-fodor/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230423T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230423T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T130953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230422T154510Z
UID:6385-1682258400-1682265600@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Celebrating Earth Day with Keynote Speaker Lenore Keeshig.
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating \n\n\n\nEARTH DAY with LENORE KEESHIG \n\n\n\nRenowned Storyteller\, Poet\, Author & Naturalist  \n\n\n\nGood of the Earth \n\n\n\n“In celebration of Earth Day\, I want to share through stories\, my understanding of Anishinaabe relationship to the land\, beginning with the name we call ourselves and where we come from. These stories will highlight various facets of Anishinaabe connection to the land and water\, from a barren landscape to the food we eat and where we stand today in this era of Truth and Reconciliation.” \n\n\n\n2pm SUNDAY\, APRIL 23\, 2023 Aboard the MS Chi-Cheemaun \n\n\n\n1155 1st Avenue West\, Owen Sound Harbour \n\n\n\n*****SOLD OUT*****Tickets $5. each\, available at Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library\, OS Farmers’ Market\, plus Suntrail Source for Adventure in Hepworth.Limited Seating. Be sure to get your tickets early\, while they are still available. This event is in-person only. \n\n\n\nSponsored by
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/celebrating-earth-day-with-keynotespeaker-lenore-keeshig/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230511T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230511T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T063039
CREATED:20220918T131127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T121751Z
UID:6387-1683831600-1683838800@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:'The Wasps We Love and the Wasps We Detest' with Dr. Bruce Broadbent and Jay Cossey
DESCRIPTION:Wasps We Love and the Wasps We Detest: Our Complex Relationship\, with two presenters: \n\n\n\nDr. Bruce Broadbent (Entomologist) was a Research Scientist with the Federal Government/Agriculture Canada for 33 years in Ontario (Vineland and London) and his expertise is in the field of the Biological Control of Insect Pests – using tiny parasitic wasps to control pests in agriculture. His team’s greatest success stories were in the Ontario greenhouse industry. \n\n\n\nBruce was born in Montreal and grew up in Wellington\, New Zealand. He received his MSc. from McGill University (1976) and his PhD from University of Guelph (1980). He retired in 2013 and he and his wife moved from London to Southern Georgian Bay. Bruce says his children and 6 grandchildren seem to visit more often now that he lives near the Bay! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJay Cossey is a nature photojournalist who has contributed images to numerous field guides\, textbooks\, periodicals and calendars\, including all 24 images for National Geographic’s first butterfly calendar.Jay has been fascinated by bugs since he was a child. He is the author of two regional butterfly guides–one for the state of Indiana\, and one entitled  \n\n\n\nSouthern Ontario Butterflies and their Natural History\, which he will have with him for purchase.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/the-wasps-we-love-and-the-wasps-we-detest-with-dr-bruce-broadbent-and-jay-cossey/
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