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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Exploring a Bluebird Nesting Trail
Join Beth Anne Currie for an early spring hike to monitor the nesting activities of Eastern Bluebirds along her trail. We'll see Bluebirds on their nests and learn more about the role of Bluebird stewardship. Maybe you will be inspired the bluebird team in Grey Bruce by establishing nesting boxes on your property. Time:1:30 Pm … Continue reading Exploring a Bluebird Nesting Trail
Native Fish Restoration in the Great Lakes with Arunas Liskauskas
The Great Lakes support a diversity of fish species, many of which have declined in abundance due to human activities. Efforts are being made to rehabilitate Lake Sturgeon, walleye, Atlantic Salmon, and American Eel, but significant challenges remain. Our speaker, Arunas Liskauskas, has worked as a fisheries biologist with MNR since 1993.
A Visit to Cabot Head Research Station
Saturday, May 12, starting at 7:30 am.The Bruce Peninsula Bird Observatory's migration monitoring station near the tip of the Bruce in the midst of this spring's migration monitoring. We'll walk the net lanes with station scientist Stepane Menu and Rod Steinacher, the chair of the BPBO board. Well watch as they band, record and release … Continue reading A Visit to Cabot Head Research Station
Spring Wildflower Walk
Sunday, May 13, 1 pm to 3 pm.Join wildflower photographer Marg Gaviller on an outing to the Sydenham Forest loop of the Bruce Trail in the former Sydneham Township. BTC describes this properly as an "undiscovered gem". We can expect to see Cut-leaf Toothwort, Red Trilliums, Trout Lilly, Wild Ginger, and Dutchman's Breeches, among others. … Continue reading Spring Wildflower Walk
Monday Evening Birding at the Fidler’s
Starts at 6:00 PMJoin Dave Fidler and other leaders for nature hikes (with emphasis on birds) at Fidler's Green. We'll hike through mature woods that Dave has been managing for birds and visit a wetland with species such s Common Moorhen, Virginia and Sora Rail. No registration required - just show up. Directions from Owen … Continue reading Monday Evening Birding at the Fidler’s
Bird Watching with Alfred Raab
Alfred, a veteran OFO hike leader, will take us to areas in Wiarton, Sky Lake, Isaac Lake, Oliphant, and North Sauble Beach. searching for spring migrants. Meet at Tim Horton's in Wiarton at 7:30 am.Register with Fred Jazvac at 519-797-3332 or jazvacfb@bmts.com
Oliphant Shoreline: Treasures and Challenges with Theresa Stafford and Geoff Peach
The Oliphant Shoreline will be the topic featured as part of our annual potluck at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church. Start time has been moved up to 6:00 PM sharp. Bring a food dish to serve 8 to 10 people and plates and cutlery for yourself. Theresa Stafford, Chair of the Friend's of the Oliphant Coastal … Continue reading Oliphant Shoreline: Treasures and Challenges with Theresa Stafford and Geoff Peach
Stargazing with John Hlynialuk
8:15 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.Limit: 12 participants Register: John Hlynialuk stargazer@wightman.ca
THE MIRACULOUS TIMID TURKEY VULTURES
Speaker: Chris HamiltonChris Hamilton is a long-time Burlington resident who has been hiking the trails and exploring the caves at Mount Nemo Conservation Area, since childhood, and it is there his interest in turkey vultures peaked. He has researched and observed these unique birds since 2004.
Hiking Kinghurst Forest Nature Preserve with Clarke Birchard
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Limit: 12 participants Register: 519 363 2719 or clarkeb@eastlink.ca
WOLVES AND COYOTES IN ONTARIO: POPULATION STATUS AND RECENT RESEARCH
Speaker: Dr. Brent PattersonIn conjunction with the release of the "Strategy for wolf conservation in Ontario" in 2005, the Province launched a comprehensive research program to better determine the distribution, abundance, and ecological roles of wolves and coyotes in representative ecosystems across the province. Dr. Patterson will provide an update on the present status of … Continue reading WOLVES AND COYOTES IN ONTARIO: POPULATION STATUS AND RECENT RESEARCH
Exploring the Shoreline of Malcolm Bluff Ontario Nature Preserve
1:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.Limit: 12 participants Register: 519 372 9480 or akoshan@yahoo.ca
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.