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SUMMARY:Saugeen Valley Lookout: Visit Nels Maher's & John Weir’s Fern Garden
DESCRIPTION:Saugeen Valley Lookout: Visit Nels Maher’s & John Weir’s Fern Garden. See Orchids\, Birds and more on this 40 Acre Naturalized Property by the Saugeen River near Durham. Bring lunch & enjoy tours by Brian & Clare Maher. Register: brianmaher599@hotmail.com or 705-728-1507
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/saugeen-valley-lookout-visit-nels-mahers-john-weirs-fern-garden-2/
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SUMMARY:A Bruce County Hike at the Amabel Tract in Sauble Beach with Kevin Predon
DESCRIPTION:Saturday September 9\, 9:30 to 12:30 with Kevin Predon – A Bruce County Hike at the Amabel Tract in Sauble Beach\, on trails from Rankin Bridge Road through both County and Crown forests\, adjacent to the “Hell Hole” Provincially Significant Wetland complex\, the Sauble River\, and into some spectacular hardwood and conifer forests.   \n\n\n\nRegister with Kevin at KPredon@brucecounty.on.ca  or at   226-909-2840 and receive directions to start location. Bring a snack or lunch and water.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/a-bruce-county-hike-at-the-amabel-tract-in-sauble-beach-with-kevin-predon/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T190000
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SUMMARY:Building Sydenham: The Making of Walking Through Time with Beth Gilhespy
DESCRIPTION:Beth will discuss how she approached her Beaver Valley and Sydenham geology books. These sections of the Bruce Trail have lots of great geology to discuss. Her Beaver Valley book will be available for purchase and signing. \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 Rocks in the subject line.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/building-sydenham-the-making-of-walking-through-time-with-beth-gilhespy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230916T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
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SUMMARY:A hike to look at the Lindenwood Pond Nature Reserve
DESCRIPTION:Saturday September 16 with Bob Knapp \n\n\n\nA hike to look at the Lindenwood Pond Nature Reserve.   \n\n\n\nThis property is a significant recent acquisition of the Bruce Trail Conservancy.   \n\n\n\nWe will investigate some of the flora in the forest\, and around the pond. \n\n\n\nDate:  Saturday September 16.  9:30am to 12:00pm. Cancelled if significant rain. \n\n\n\nMeet:   Concession 14.  Take Grey 17\,  2 kilometres north of Copper Kettle\, turn east toward the escarpment. Park at the end of the road. We will be hiking 4 to 5 kilometres. Some of the terrain could be uneven.     \n\n\n\nMaximum: 15 participants. Register by September 20.  rmknapp@yahoo.com or 519-371-1255 \n\n\n\nLeader: Bob Knapp
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/a-hike-to-look-at-the-lindenwood-pond-nature-reserve/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230924T100000
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SUMMARY:Kemble Area Geological Hike with Beth Gilhespy
DESCRIPTION:Sunday September 24 -10am -1pm with Beth Gilhespy.Hike length for September 24 is 4.5 km and the hike will be exploratory so it could take up to 3 hours. Along the way will be fossils\, cliff features\, erratics and other geological features.Maximum 20 people. We will walk in the Kemble area. Registration required at beth.gilhespy@gmail.com. Details on meeting location to be provided to registrants a few days prior to the date. 
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/kemble-area-geological-hike-with-beth-gilhespy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230927T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230927T123000
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SUMMARY:Beaver Valley Fall Colours and Nature Hike
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday September 27 – 9:30am – 12:30pm  Beaver Valley Fall Colours and Nature Hike from Webwood Falls with Lilla Fodor. Join us for a spectacular hike from Webwood Falls northward\, featuring  a stunning view\, lovely forested areas\, some large erratics along the way\, some very impressive crevices and there’s a bench right at GR 7 east side with long views north towards the bay. Pack a snack\, and to receive directions and shuttle information please  Register with lillaf@icloud.com or 1-519-942-5257 
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/beaver-valley-fall-colours-and-nature-hike/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230928T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230928T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
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SUMMARY:Conserving Aerial Insectivores - Swifts and More with the Team from Birds Canada (Zoom only Webinar) 
DESCRIPTION:ZOOM in and join us for a Bonus-Extra OSFN Zoom only Webinar Presentation at 7pm Thursday September 28\, 2023 –  \n\n\n\nConserving Aerial Insectivores – Swifts and More with the Team from Birds Canada\, including Natasha Barlow\, Gabriel Evans-Cook and Claire Marshall \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n“It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s.. actually a bird?” Ever wondered what those little birds swooping in and out of chimneys are? How about those using barns and other structures? These along with many other species belong to a group of birds called Aerial Insectivores\, a fantastic group of birds that eat insects and are amazing aerial acrobats. Join Birds Canada biologists to learn more about this group experiencing rapid population declines\, what Birds Canada is doing\, and ways we can all work together for their protection.   \n\n\n\nAerial insectivores to be discussed: Chimney Swift\, Bank and Barn Swallow\, Eastern Whip-poor-will  \n\n\n\n\nTo receive a zoom link\, please send an email\, in advance\, to    web@osfn.ca   with “swifts” in the subject line. Please note – OSFN members be sent a link via e-Herald. \n\n\n\n\nGabriel Evans-Cook (supplied photo)\n\n\n\nSwift Chimney (photo by Peter Middleton)\n\n\n\nEastern Whippoorwill (photo by Grant Davis)
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/conserving-aerial-insectivores-swifts-and-more-with-the-team-from-birds-canada-zoom-only-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231012T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231012T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
CREATED:20231008T161116Z
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SUMMARY:Thorsten Arnold of Eat Local Grey Bruce with the Canadian Premiere of "Regenerating Life" by filmmaker John Feldman
DESCRIPTION:This film identifies new pathways for climate action that can be done at a community level – how to stop killing the biosphere and changing our food system toward “farming in partnership with nature” (Bonus Indoor Meeting Two Weeks Later) \n\n\n\nFor those unable or not wishing to travel\, or if you’re experiencing flu-like symptoms\, It will also be webcast: this is the ZOOM link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84314977160 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 843 1497 7160
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/thorsten-arnold-of-eat-local-grey-bruce-with-the-canadian-premiere-of-regenerating-life-by-filmmaker-john-feldman/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231014T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231014T120000
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SUMMARY:Water Birds & More\, in the Beaver Valley Watershed with David Turner
DESCRIPTION:Sat. October 14  –  9:30am – 12 Noon  with David Turner for Water Birds & More\, in the Beaver Valley Watershed\,  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 
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/water-birds-more-in-the-beaver-valley-watershed-with-david-turner/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231019T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231019T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
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SUMMARY:Tonight - Regenerate Life - by Zoom only
DESCRIPTION:Regenerating Life Films – Part 1 & 2 \n\n\n\nDate: October 19 – TONIGHTTime: 7 pm \n\n\n\nTonight the broadcast of the films Regenerating Life – Parts 1 & 2 will be by Zoom only and will be handled like a Webinar. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrom John Dickson\, Program Coordinator:In order to ensure all OSFN members have a chance to see and hear last week’s (October 12th) film presentation of Regenerating Life – Parts 1 and 2\,  OSFN will be sharing it on Zoom tonight at 7pm. \n\n\n\nIt will be hosted by OSFN President Brendan Mulroy\, with introduction and Q&A with Thorsten Arnold. \n\n\n\nWe hope this will work better for most of the OSFN membership. We do also plan to record this so it can be viewed later\, but it may take a little while to get that recorded version available for you. \n\n\n\nThank You again for your understanding. \nZoom links have been sent to members via eHerald. If you did not recieve a link and would like to participate\, please email web@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca with “Regenerate” as the subject line.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/tonight-regenerate-life-by-zoom-only/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231021T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
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SUMMARY:Marshall Woods Magnificent Old Growth Forest Hike (near Walters Falls) with Bob Knapp
DESCRIPTION:Saturday October 21 9:15 am – 1:00 pm \n\n\n\nMarshall Woods Magnificent Old Growth Forest Hike (near Walters Falls) with Bob Knapp \n\n\n\nMeet 9:15 am at Grey Roots to drive together or carpool. \n\n\n\nHike 6 kilometres. This magnificent\, cathedral-like forest\, is also home to many fungi\, the pretty Rocklyn Creek\, plus a lovely\, terraced waterway\, and the terrain can be uneven in places. Hike only cancelled if there is heavy rain. Bring water and a snack. Register: rmknapp@yahoo.com or 519-371-1255
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/marshall-woods-magnificent-old-growth-forest-hike-near-walters-falls-with-bob-knapp/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231026T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231026T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
CREATED:20231025T141552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T141711Z
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SUMMARY:Regenerating Life Part 3
DESCRIPTION:This Thursday\, October 26 at 7pm\, at the Bayshore Community Centre\, OSFN presents Dr. Thorsten Arnold with part  3 of the new film Regenerating Life\, by John Feldman. \n\n\n\nIncluded after the film segment\, will be a Q&A\, as well as a panel discussion  about opportunities in agriculture\, as well as barriers. Special Guest Panelists will include  Amanda Klarer from Regeneration Canada\, plus Brenda Hsueh from Farmers for Climate Solutions\, and Kristine Hammel from Eat Local Grey Bruce. \n\n\n\nAlthough this presentation should be of interest to everyone\, we especially wish to invite the local farming population\, and those who are engaged in agricultural support services too.For best results we encourage attending this event\, in person\, at the Bayshore Community Centre\, in Owen Sound. \n\n\n\nHowever\, we will also do our best to offer the presentation virtually as a webinar\, via zoom. To receive a zoom link\, please send an email\, in advance\, to web@osfn.ca   with “regenerating” in the subject line. Please note – OSFN members have been sent a link via e-Herald. \n\n\n\nAbout the film’s Part 3:\n\n\n\nPart 3 of Regenerating Life addresses the following: How to stop the main degradation and make our food system regenerative –  small-scale farmers around the world are fighting to regenerate landscapes by producing food agro ecologically\, to preserve biodiversity and restore nature’s ability to self regulate its climate. The third part is mostly around how to stop killing the biosphere\, and the main need is in changing our food system toward “farming in partnership with nature” – small-scale ecological farming. Globally\, this already is providing 70% of all foods-The film’s Director\,  John Feldman never intended to talk about agriculture\, but said that it makes no sense to talk about living landscapes/biodiversity WITHOUT talking about agriculture. Our treatment of the living landscape is the unnecessary tragedy of humankind…
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/regenerating-life-part-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231029T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
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SUMMARY:Aquatic Invertebrate Identification with Rosie Martin ***New Time and Leader***
DESCRIPTION:NEW TIME AND LEADER*** John Bittorf from GSCA is stepping in with the Aquatic Invertebrate Workshop\, but it will be combined with the Young Naturalists\, and will be starting at 2pm instead of 1pm. (updated 11:41pm Oct. 29) ***Sunday October 29 1pm – 4pm with Rosie Martin Aquatic Invertebrate Identification 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.  \n\n\n\nThis 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   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-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231109T210000
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SUMMARY:John Hlynialuk – Galapagos
DESCRIPTION:“The Galapagos is one of the most unique environments on the planet -its ecology\, geology and scientific value cannot be understated. The most important theory in science expressed in Darwin’s Origin of Species was supported by his observations there. And much to their credit\, the inhabitants have made the islands accessible to tourists in a wonderful harmony of nature and conservation.The talk will explore some of the aspects of the most unique place on planet Earth.”  \n\n\n\nThe talk focuses on several areas including the discovery of the Galapagos Islands\, their geology and how that has produced the unique species of organisms that exist there. Also of interest are the current efforts to maintain the unique ecosystem which\, like many other unique areas on our planet\, is under threat from various sources.  \n\n\n\nBio:  \n\n\n\nJohn Hlynialuk  (pronounced: HILL – IN – EYE – LUCK) is a retired high school teacher who taught in both Bruce and Grey County high schools. He has been an avid stargazer since his teens when his interest in general photography led to pictures of the starry sky\, comets\, the moon\, northern lights and solar and lunar eclipses. Several of his photographs have been published in national astronomy magazines and he contributes astronomical images to local publications. \n\n\n\nJohn has also helped out with astronomy programs at the Bluewater Outdoor Education Centre and the uniqueness of that facility has led to a deep interest in terrestrial ecology as well. While not an expert on flora or fauna\, he has a keen interest in the natural world. And as for the current talk\, how can one not be enthralled by those magnificent giant tortoises of the Galapagos!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo receive a zoom link\, please send an email\, in advance\, to    web@osfn.ca   with “Gala” in the subject line. Please note – OSFN members be sent a link via e-Herald.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/john-hlynialuk-galapagos/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
CREATED:20231108T161615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T195348Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Around the Bay – Waterfowl and More with Erik Van Den Kieboom and Kiah Jasper (2023)
DESCRIPTION:Sunday November 12\, 10am to 2pm Birding Around the Bay – Waterfowl and More with Erik Van Den Kieboom and Kiah Jasper.  \n\n\n\nJoin Erik and Kiah for this OSFN Tradition. Ducks\, grebes\, loons – you can search for them all! Kiah has noted that there are often some extra special birds seen during this event. There may also be some inland spots where winter finches and juncos have replaced warblers.  \n\n\n\nA fall tradition you won’t want to miss\, checking the shorelines and the Sound itself with migration well underway. Meet at the front of the Owen Sound Bayshore Community Centre. \n\n\n\nRegister: kiahjasper@mail.com or erikkieboom@outlook.com
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/birding-around-the-bay-waterfowl-and-more-with-erik-van-den-kieboom-and-kiah-jasper-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231214T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240105T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
CREATED:20230824T190743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T153643Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Christmas Bird Counts (CBCs) 
DESCRIPTION:Dec 14\, 2023 – Jan 5\, 2024 \n\n\n\nAnnual 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. \n\n\n\nThe CBCs across Grey-Bruce are listed below.Thursday\, December 14\, 2023 – Kincardine – James Turland –jaturland@gmail.comThursday\, December 14\, 2023 – Tobermory CBC – Tyler Miller – tyler.miller@pc.gc.caSaturday\, December 16\, 2023 – Owen Sound CBC – Erik Van Den Kieboom – erikkieboom@outlook.comSaturday\, December 16\, 2022 – Hanover/Walkerton CBC – Gerard McNaughton –  gmcnaughton@wightman.caSunday\, December 17\, 2023 – Wiarton CBC – Jarmo Jalava  – jvjalava@gmail.comThursday\, December 28\, 2023 – Meaford CBC – Lynne Richardson – lynnerichardson@rogers.comFriday\, December 29\, 2023 – Pike Bay CBC – Andrew Keaveney – uofgtwitcher@gmail.comSaturday\, December 30\, 2023 – Cape Chin CBC – Andrew Keaveney – uofgtwitcher@gmail.comWednesday\, January 3\, 2024 – Saugeen Shores CBC – Kiah Jasper – kiahjasper@gmail.com \n\n\n\nOr visit this link to find a CBC near you. https://naturecounts.ca/apps/cbc/mapviewer.jsp \n\n\n\n\nwww.birdscanada.org/volunteer/cbc/index.jsp?argetpg=mapviewer&lang=EN
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/annual-christmas-bird-counts-cbcs-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231214T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T141849Z
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SUMMARY:Where the Falcon Flies w/ Adam Shoalts
DESCRIPTION: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 expedition took over three months and saw Shoalts depart from Long Point and travel all the way to the Torngat Mountains and Ungava Bay. Adam will share the story of his journey as well as photos from it. Adam will have his book available too.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/where-the-falcon-flies-w-adam-shoalts/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231220T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231220T153000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
CREATED:20231220T012500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T213554Z
UID:7603-1703080800-1703086200@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:A Woodlot Tour with Carl Sadler
DESCRIPTION:A Woodlot Tour with Carl Sadler  \n\n\n\n2pm – 3:30pm   Wednesday December 20 \n\n\n\nHighlighting some of the history of the Derby Tract property and the Forest Plantation Management there. Please register with Carl at   carlsadler67@gmail.com  or by phone at 519 372 7092Meet at the Derby Tract Entrance Parking Lot\, along the Hydro Corridor\, on Concession 3\, north of Grey County Road 5 and located between the Creamery Hill and Waverly Heights
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/a-woodlot-tour-with-carl-sadler/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240111T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
CREATED:20231025T142656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240106T183350Z
UID:7540-1704999600-1705006800@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:An update on the use of parasitic wasps in control of emerald ash borer in Ontario w/ Susan McGowan
DESCRIPTION: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\, in Owen Sound. A short update on the progress of Emerald Ash Borer\, locally and across Canada. Susan McGowan is a Retired Provincial Forest Health Provincial Specialist. 
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/an-update-on-the-use-of-parasitic-wasps-in-control-of-emerald-ash-borer-in-ontario-w-susan-mcgowan/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240120T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240120T133000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
CREATED:20240106T183955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240113T235305Z
UID:7612-1705746600-1705757400@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Snowshoe Hike at the Osprey Wetlands
DESCRIPTION:Snowshoe Hike at the Osprey Wetlands with Kevin Predon\n\n\n\nIf you have previously registered for this snowshoe hike\, Kevin would appreciate an email or phone call to the address below so that he can update you with current program information. \n\n\n\nDate: Sat Jan 20\, 2024\,Time: 10:30am – 1:30pm The Osprey Wetlands are one of the highest elevations in Southern Ontario – they are essentially a ‘raised bog’ that rest in a depression of bedrock. They are an Area of Natural & Scientific Interest (ANSI). A diverse array of habitats is found here. Parking at the Osprey Wetlands is limited and carpooling from the Foodland parking lot in Markdale is possible and may need to be confirmed. \n\n\n\nNEW Registration contact information: kapredon@lakeheadu.ca or 519-270-2322 \n\n\n\nRatings: Pace: Leisurely  Terrain: Moderate
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/snowshoe-hike-at-the-osprey-wetlands/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240125T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240125T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
CREATED:20231025T143229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240113T235854Z
UID:7542-1706209200-1706216400@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Tick Talk - Lyme Disease 101 with Dr. Anne Uings. Via Zoom only!
DESCRIPTION:Important information for you to get first hand here:  \n\n\n\nAbsolute numbers of ticks are increasing\, The percentage of ticks carrying Lyme is increasing. Ticks are being dispersed to new areas by mammals and migratory birds.  The percentage of ticks carrying serious Co-infections is increasing.  Learn more here.  \n\n\n\nVia Zoom only. Access details will be shared in advance of the presentation date and will automatically be sent to all OSFN members via e-Herald (if you receive the e-Heralds\, you don’t need to request the Zoom details!).
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/tick-talk-lyme-disease-101-with-dr-anne-uings-via-zoom-only/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240208T113000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
CREATED:20240106T191831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T200954Z
UID:7624-1707386400-1707391800@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Nordic Ski with Beth Anne Currie and John Dickson (2024)
DESCRIPTION:Thursday Feb 8 – 10am to 11:30 am – Nordic Ski with Beth Anne Currie and John Dickson \n\n\n\n*** CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF SNOW ***We’ll ski over parts of the Grasslands of Sarawak/Georgian Bluffs/and/or Cobble Beach…depending on snow accumulation. Nature and history enrichment with fellowship and gentle exercise in the great outdoors. (A Snowy Owl joined the event two years ago!) Snowshoers are also welcome to come along at your own pace.  \n\n\n\nFor meeting location and to Register: bethannecurrie@sympatico.ca or TEXT @ 519-379-8231
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/nordic-ski-with-beth-anne-currie-and-john-dickson-2024-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240208T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
CREATED:20231025T143615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T161816Z
UID:7544-1707418800-1707426000@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:The Lake Huron Aquatic Ecosystem w/Arunas Liskaukas
DESCRIPTION: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 have been disrupted and changed. Predicting the future state of fish communities has become much more difficult as a result. I will provide an overview of management and research efforts aimed at trying to understand these changes.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/the-lake-huron-aquatic-ecosystem-w-arunas-liskaukasthe-lake-huron-aquatic-ecosystem-w/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240224T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
CREATED:20240106T193530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T005029Z
UID:7628-1708779600-1708790400@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Who Made Those Tracks & Why? (2024)
DESCRIPTION: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. Jeff Kinchen will lead you on this interpretive late winter tracking hike. Always a popular outing and a special time.  \n\n\n\nSnowshoes may be needed.  \n\n\n\n***THIS EVENT IS FULL*** \n\n\n\nRegister: bognors.finest@gmail.com or 519-374-4246
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/who-made-those-tracks-why-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240314T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240314T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
CREATED:20231025T144706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T235347Z
UID:7546-1710442800-1710450000@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Members' Night -  Brian Robin Coordinating
DESCRIPTION: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 to everyone who registered! Future applications will go on a waiting list.Register yours with Brian at web@osfn.ca
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/members-night-brian-robin-coordinating-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240319T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240319T143000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
CREATED:20240318T144810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T144814Z
UID:7711-1710853200-1710858600@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Grey Roots Spring Lecture Series - Orchid Quest w/ Audrey Armstrong & Willy Waterton
DESCRIPTION: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 at both times. \n\n\n\nJoin us on Tuesday March 19 at 1:00 PM or 2:30 PM for Orchid Quest: with Audrey Armstrong & Willy Waterton\, Searching for Bruce & Grey’s 49 orchid species. \n\n\n\nDid you know that Orchids of Bruce & Grey is a Canadian bestseller?  When the Owen Sound Field Naturalists (OSFN) planned to revise the out of print guide\, Willy Waterton and Audrey Armstrong volunteered to update the original analogue photos of the orchids with digital imagery. The new\, fully illustrated 5th edition has two pages for each of the 49 species of orchids from Bruce and Grey counties. Join Audrey and Willy for an engaging recounting of their two-year orchid quest adventure and enjoy a fascinating overview of the many orchid species found throughout Ontario! Copies of the revised Orchids Bruce & Grey will be available for sale\, with all proceeds going to OSFN. \n\n\n\nThis presentation is part of the 2024 Spring Lecture Series taking place in the Grey Roots Theatre on Tuesdays March 19\, 26\, and April 2 (series starts the Tuesday after March Break). Talks begin at 1:00 PM. A second talk has been added at 2:30 PM. \n\n\n\nComplimentary refreshments following. Lectures are free with regular admission. Members free as always. Check out the advantages of Grey Roots Membership. \n\n\n\nThis presentation is supported by the Owen Sound Field Naturalists. John Dickson was able to re-establish OSFN Programming partnering with Grey Roots.  It had been interrupted by COVID. \n\n\n\nOur main involvement in this venture has been to demonstrate our support of programmes at Grey Roots which have a Nature theme.Two events in their Spring Lecture series fit that very well. March 19 and March 26 with Robert Burcher. \n\n\n\nIn addition\, OSFN members who are not already members at Grey Roots\, (many of us are members of both) may attend these popular events for free. Ideally they should wear their OSFN name tags while at Grey Roots\, to avoid any confusion.  \n\n\n\nWe hope this especially benefits OSFN members who were unable to attend these presentations when we had them in our own event series a few years ago\, or who would like to see them again\, and visit Grey Roots too.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/grey-roots-spring-lecture-series-orchid-quest-w-audrey-armstrong-willy-waterton/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240323T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240323T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
CREATED:20240106T184704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T153710Z
UID:7619-1711186200-1711195200@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Birding the Waters of Beaver Valley with David Turner
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 23\, 2024 – 9:30 am – 12:00 pm  Birding the Waters of Beaver Valley with David Turner\n\n\n\nTundra Swans and more at Lake Eugenia\, and nearby\, including some first arrivals during the early SpringMigration.  \n\n\n\n*** This Event is FULL! ***Reg: fleshertonartgallery@gmail.com or 519-924-3560 \n\n\n\nDavid Turner (Supplied Photo)
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/birding-the-waters-of-beaver-valley-with-david-turner-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240326T013000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240326T020000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
CREATED:20240322T002400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T002407Z
UID:7714-1711416600-1711418400@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Grey Roots Spring Lecture Series - John Muir Lived Here in Grey County
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday March 26 at 1:00 PM for John Muir Lived Here in Grey County with Robert Burcher. \n\n\n\nRobert Burcher is a photographer\, writer\, historical researcher and wilderness explorer who has been fascinated by John Muir\, the Scottish-born American conservationist and Sierra Club co-founder\, for decades. \n\n\n\nThe discovery of an abandoned historical plaque in the Epping Conservation Area in the Beaver Valley galvanized Robert to action. The plaque honoured the fact that John Muir had lived in Meaford for two years during the late 1800s. That was the beginning of a 30-year research project culminating in a book called My Summer of Glorious Freedom. The book was a discovery process of tracing Muir’s 1864 wanderings in Southern Ontario using plant specimens that he had collected. While living in Meaford\, Muir made several subsequent trips to Owen Sound to study with fern specialist Jessie Roy. \n\n\n\nThis presentation is part of the 2024 Spring Lecture Series taking place in the Grey Roots Theatre on Tuesdays March 19\, 26\, and April 2 (series starts the Tuesday after March Break). Talks begin at 1:00 PM. Complimentary refreshments following. Lectures are free with regular admission. Members free as always. Check out the advantages of Grey Roots Membership. \n\n\n\nThis presentation is supported by the Owen Sound Field Naturalists. John Dickson was able to re-establish OSFN Programming partnering with Grey Roots.  It had been interrupted by COVID. \n\n\n\nOur main involvement in this venture has been to demonstrate our support of programmes at Grey Roots which have a Nature theme.Two events in their Spring Lecture series fit that very well. March 19 and March 26 with Robert Burcher. \n\n\n\nIn addition\, OSFN members who are not already members at Grey Roots\, (many of us are members of both) may attend these popular events for free. Ideally they should wear their OSFN name tags while at Grey Roots\, to avoid any confusion.  \n\n\n\nWe hope this especially benefits OSFN members who were unable to attend these presentations when we had them in our own event series a few years ago\, or who would like to see them again\, and visit Grey Roots too.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/grey-roots-spring-lecture-series-john-muir-lived-here-in-grey-county/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240411T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240411T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
CREATED:20231213T215727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T235635Z
UID:7596-1712862000-1712869200@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Meeting The American Kestrel\, with John Reaume
DESCRIPTION:Meeting The American Kestrel\, with John Reaume \n\n\n\n For the past 4 years we have had the pleasure of watching a pair of American Kestrels nest and raise their young in a Kestrel/Screech Owl box mounted on our workshop and visible from our back porch. This photo essay will explore and review the life history of the Kestrel with intimate views of their nesting behaviour\, thanks to an “in-the-box” camera as well as images captured from photo blinds. We will see the differing behaviours of the male and female parents as well as what the avian neighbours think of having a pair of nesting kestrels in their territories! \n\n\n\nJohn Reaume (photo by John Reaume)\n\n\n\nNesting Kestrels (photo by John Reaume)
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/meeting-the-american-kestrel-with-john-reaume/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240419T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240419T153000
DTSTAMP:20260502T113315
CREATED:20240406T155821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240406T155826Z
UID:7723-1713533400-1713540600@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Spring Hike in Beaver Valley w/Lilla Fodor
DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 19 at 1:30 for a Spring Hike as we loop around the Stew Hilts Side Trail along the Bruce Trail in Beaver Valley. Although this is a mere 3.5 km loop\, it offers rugged terrain\, steep hills\, the geologically significant Hilts Falls\, a magnificent view from the Cuckoo Valley Overlook (perfect spot for a snack stop!) and some impressive trees along the way. This loop is also featured in Beth Gilhespy’s geology book of the Niagara Escarpment through Beaver Valley\, Walking Through Time\, as part of the Falling Waters geology hike.  \n\n\n\nTo register please contact Lilla Fodor at lillaf@icloud.com or 519-942-5247
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/spring-hike-in-beaver-valley-w-lilla-fodor/
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