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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Ferns of the Escarpment with Chris Hachey
FERNS OF THE ESCARPMENT with Chris Hachey Join Chris and hike the trails to Inglis Falls to find common and unusual ferns that flourish in the woods along the escarpment.Meet: 1:00 p.m. - Grey-Sauble Conservation Authority parking areaLimit of 20 participants.Pre-register with Dian: saublebeach@hotmail.com or 519.422.1514
Nature Conservancy Across Canada with John Grant
Across the vast expanses of Canada lie a remarkable range of ecosystems and natural wonders. Since 1962, ensuring that examples of these are protected for future generations has been the commitment of the Nature Conservancy of Canada. What has been achieved? What lies ahead? How can we be involved? These questions, and more, form the … Continue reading Nature Conservancy Across Canada with John Grant
Inverhuron Provincial Park: Past and Present HIKE with Norah Toth
INVERHURON PROVINCIAL PARK—Past and Present HIKE with Norah TothNorah will lead a leisurely fall walk through the park sharing the tale of its pre-history and natural attractions. Migrating birds and fall flowers should be in evidence. Meet: 1:00 p.m. - entrance to Inverhuron Provincial Park. Limit of 20 participants.Pre-register with Peter: peter.middleton@sympatico.ca or 519.376.3242
Trees & Shrubs Identification with Jim Coles
TREES AND SHRUBS IDENTIFICATION with Jim ColesWALK ‘N TALK TREES with Jim Coles Walk:- through provincially significant wetland and upland hardwood forest Talk:- tree growth, leaf fall, ID with buds and twigs, wood structure, forest management Where:- the Coles farm - 984 Bruce Rd.# 17 - between Arkwright and Burgoyne Supplies:- 10X eyepiece highly desirable … Continue reading Trees & Shrubs Identification with Jim Coles
Around the Bay Waterfowl Outing with Fred Jazvac
AROUND THE BAY WATERFOWL OUTINGJoin Fred Jazvac for the annual waterfowl tour around the Bay. With winter approaching, waterfowl are on the move. Target species are loons, grebes, scoters and flotillas of other diving ducks. Meet at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Arena main (south) parking lot at 10:00 am for this 4 hour outing. Dress … Continue reading Around the Bay Waterfowl Outing with Fred Jazvac
The Real Amazon Jungle with Dian Wood
Bring your children out for tonight’s exciting presentation about the animals, fascinating facts, and adventure stories from the Amazon jungle. You will see photos of anacondas up close, as well as piranhas, red-handed tamarins, monkeys, jaguars, leaf-cutter ants, birds, plants, and so many other natural wonders from the most biologically diverse ecosystem in the world! … Continue reading The Real Amazon Jungle with Dian Wood
Member’s Night hosted by Jim Ansell
A potpourri of OSFN members’ slides, displays, art, collections and compositions. Limit of 10 slides and 10 minutes. Register your entry ahead with Jim Ansell at 519.376.2775 or email Jim at jansell@sympatico.ca.
Owen Sound Christmas Bird Count
OWEN SOUND CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT Meet the local birding community, learn more about the birds that winter in our area, and contribute to a citizen science project. All levels of birders are welcome. Contact Freeman Boyd, Compiler, OSCBC: fboyd@brucetelecom.com or 519.538.4368.
Wiarton Christmas Bird Count
WIARTON CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNTThe Christmas Bird Count is conducted in over 2000 localities across Canada, the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean. These bird observations, collected during one-day field counts within defined circular areas, provide a picture of the distribution and numbers of winter birds over time. Join a team! Contact Joe Johnson: 519.534.2736
ANSIs: Special Landscapes of Ontario with Bob Gray
"ANSIs". What are they, where did they come from, where are they going? Are they an important part of our natural heritage? Are they protected? Should they be protected? Why do Grey and Bruce counties have more ANSIs than anywhere else in the province?
Snowshoe Hike and Nature Ramble
With John Reaume, we will explore the trails of the Headquarters conservation Area on foot or showshoes depending on conditions, in search of nature's winter wonders - plants above the snow, animal tracks, winter birds and more. Call John Reaume if you need to borrow or can lend extra snowshoes. Meet at 1:30 p.m. at … Continue reading Snowshoe Hike and Nature Ramble
Total Solar Eclipse in The Middle Kingdom (Tibet) with Donna Geisler
There was more than just Olympic fever drawing people to China in the summer of ‘08! Twelve members of the Bruce County Astronomical Society travelled to the Middle Kingdom for a TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE. Join the Star Lady as she presents highlights of this unforgettable experience. A thrilling laser-studded Sky Tour of the Winter Hexagon … Continue reading Total Solar Eclipse in The Middle Kingdom (Tibet) with Donna Geisler
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.