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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Lower Indian River Excursion with David Morris
Emphasis on flora and intriguing geology of the gorge. Rough, uneven footing. Limit 12 Contact: David Morris, 519-376-1304 or davidtmorris@rogers.com
The Geology of the Niagara Escarpment with Beth Gilhespy
Beth is the past CEO of the Bruce Trail Conservancy and a geology enthusiast. She will delight you with a presentation on the geology of the Niagara Escarpment. Beth Gilhespy is Executive Director of the Toronto Zoo Wildlife Conservancy, an organization dedicated to securing financial resources for Toronto Zoo wildlife conservation programs. Between 2004 and … Continue reading The Geology of the Niagara Escarpment with Beth Gilhespy
An Autumn Ramble at Anglesea Nature Trails and Managed Forest
Ferns, Trees, Erratic Boulders, and history with Don Rawls in the Klondike Hills. Reg: 519 794 0561 or rawfam46@gmail.com for directions to Angelsea. Max 16.
“Forest Bathing” with Neil Baldwin.
Experience slow time in woodlands, mindfulness practice for relaxation, to cultivate innate healing, and to open senses and soul to engage with nature in new ways. Max 12 Register/info: offgridretreat@naturemail.ca 519-794-0129
Bruce Trail Hike With Beth Gilhespy
Join Beth Gilhespy, past CEO of the BTC and geology enthusiast, for a guided, leisurely hike along the Bruce Trail in the Owen Sound area to see some of theEscarpment's geological features first hand. Max 25. Reg: beth.gilhespy@gmail.com 519 835 9331 for details.
Lake Eugenia Water Birds with David Turner
Discover the Avian delights of this birding hotspot. Reg: with David for where to meet, etc. Max 16 Register: fleshertonartgallery@gmail.com or 519-924-3560
Birds on the Saugeen Bruce Peninsula: Changes across the years as seen at Cabot Head
With Stéphane Menu, Station Scientist of the Bruce Peninsula Bird Observatory.
Old Growth Forest Hike
Bob Knapp Old Growth Forest Hike, 6KM, in the Marshall Woods. Bring water and snack. Max 16 Register: rmknapp@yahoo.com 519 371 1255
The Hospital BIG Fall Dig (NWN)
Don't miss...The Hospital BIG Fall Dig with NeighbourWoods North Plant ... Mulch ... Wrap Plant newly donated trees before the ground freezes. Young trees need to be protected from voles, rabbits, and other small critters by wrapping. Fall mulching helps to protect the young trees from weather extremes. Date: Saturday, October 26 Time: 9 to … Continue reading The Hospital BIG Fall Dig (NWN)
Birding Around the Bay – Waterfowl and More with Erik Van Den Kieboom, and Kiah Jasper.
Meet at front of Bayshore Community Centre, OwenSound. Register: erikkieboom@outlook.com and/or kiahjasper@gmail.com
Beyond the Trees w/ Adam Shoalts
***NEW VENUE***We have been gradually outgrowing the facility at the Owen Sound Library and invite you to join us on November 14, 2019 in the Bay Room at the BAYSHORE COMMUNITY CENTRE, 1900 3rd Ave E, Owen Sound, ON N4K 2M6. Best-selling author Adam Shoalts launches his newest adventure book, Beyond the Trees, the story … Continue reading Beyond the Trees w/ Adam Shoalts
Connecting the Dots In Geology w/Dan Ostler
***NEW SPEAKER***We regret to inform you that Peter Middleton (our scheduled speaker for this evening's Indoor Meeting of OSFN) has come down with a nasty case of the flu and will need to take some time to recover. He also regrets being unable to present to you this evening, but has offered a bonus session … Continue reading Connecting the Dots In Geology w/Dan Ostler
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.