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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Fall Ramble with Ron Gatis
Tour Ron's wondrous Colpoys Bay trails, with stops to look at some of Ron's favourite trail features, including the beaver pond, and a lookout over the waters of Colpoys Bay. Moderate, gentle terrain and easy pace along the forest paths. No limit, but please register with John Dickson at jwdickso@gmail.com Meeting place will be the … Continue reading Fall Ramble with Ron Gatis
Around the Bay with Fred – Waterfowl ID: Tips and Techniques with Fred Jazvac
Be part of this delightful and educational birding tradition with Fred Jazvac! Meet at the front of the Bayshore Community Centre, Owen Sound. It is recommended to bring a lunch and to dress for a waterfront environment. Register: Fred Jazvac, fredjazvac@gmail.com or 519.379.2323. Limit: none To learn even more about Fred please visit - https://huronfringefest.wordpress.com/tag/head-coach-fred-jazvac/
Forest Health with Susan McGowan (MNRF)
This presentation will include the latest information on forest health conditions in Ontario attained through the 2018 forest health field program delivered by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. Hear first hand from our area forest health technician about the pests and diseases affecting Ontario Forests in 2018. Susan McGowan (supplied photo)
John Reaume: Spiders of Eastern North America
Spiders have a bad reputation but in reality these fascinating creatures are very valuable to us and have an amazing life history. Understanding more about spiders will make you appreciate them more - its true!
Audrey Armstrong and Willy Waterton Bruce Trail: 856 kms of Discovery
“This talk is based on our end to end hike, with references to science, geology and history all along the Niagara Escarpment with a healthy emphasis on our area. (i.e. black bears, rattlesnakes, ferns and a plane crash!).” ***PLEASE NOTE the meeting will start at the usual 7pm, BUT coffee will be ready for 6:40pm, … Continue reading Audrey Armstrong and Willy Waterton Bruce Trail: 856 kms of Discovery
Snowshoeing at the Bentham Heritage Farm
Snowshoe outing, exploring the Bentham heritage farm natural features and the developed trails of the Flesherton Hills. With Dick Bentham & John Burton. Register at jburtonesp@yahoo.ca or 519-379-4823.
Brian Robin presents: Nature Photography.
Armed with a camera, a desire to learn, and the ability to enjoy the underappreciated, Brian will take you on a lighthearted photographic tour of his favourite nature observations. ***PLEASE NOTE - due to work at the Library, this indoor meeting will be held at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church. ***ALSO NOTE the meeting will start … Continue reading Brian Robin presents: Nature Photography.
Travelling by Canoe with Little Ones & Harvesting Food from the Land
We are pleased to announce an extra indoor event, and it's a two-part presentation: Travelling by Canoe with Little Ones: by Leanne Robinson Harvesting Food from the Land: by Dwayne Wohlgemuth Admission Free - Donations Welcome Leanne Robinson hopped in a canoe early with her family in Owen Sound ON but didn’t really get into … Continue reading Travelling by Canoe with Little Ones & Harvesting Food from the Land
Who Made Those Tracks and Why? (Event is now full)
Update - To maintain the quality of the event, this hike limits the number of participants and the maximum has been reached (as of March 1). Registration is now closed, thanks for your understanding. Learn how to observe, and recognize Nature's clues. An Interpretive Late Winter Tracking Hike with Jeff Kinchen. Register: Jeff Kinchen, bognors.finest@gmail.com … Continue reading Who Made Those Tracks and Why? (Event is now full)
Prairie Ecosystems with Nikki May
Nikki May will speak about the different kinds of prairie in North America and Ontario in particular, their extent, history and ecology. The talk will feature iconic fauna and flora and their role in the prairie ecology. Learn about species you can grow in your own back yard to attract butterflies and bees. ***PLEASE NOTE … Continue reading Prairie Ecosystems with Nikki May
Rocks and Rock Formations in the Owen Sound Area
Rocks and Rock Formations in the Owen Sound Area with Bob Knapp. An illustrated talk on the rich variety of rock formations in our own backyard. Looking at cliffs, crevices, erratics and a variety of features that make up the Niagara Escarpment. A chance to appreciate and learn more about these amazing structures.
Earth Week Hike with Bob Knapp
For Earth Week Bob Knapp will be leading a hike to Kemble Rock and Kemble Ridge Bruce Trail properties. Trails do not have ice. Thursday April 18th (Cancelled if raining) Meet 10:00 am Indian Falls Distance 5-7 kilometres Time: 3 hours Bring water and a snack. See what is so unique about these properties. See … Continue reading Earth Week Hike with Bob Knapp
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.