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SUMMARY:Identifying Trees in Early Spring
DESCRIPTION:The snow should be out and the buds swelling. Now is a good time to learn to identify trees by their bark and buds. Forester Jim Coles will lead this trip. Directions to the farm are very straightforward.\n“Fire # 984\, Bruce Rd 17. Exactly 5 km east of Burgogne and approx 3 km west of Arkwright – on north side of #17.” \nRegister with Fred Jazvac: 519-797-3332 or jazvacfb@bmts.com
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/identifying-trees-in-early-spring/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20120324T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20120324T190000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201144Z
CREATED:20230117T201144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201144Z
UID:6641-1332615600-1332615600@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Viewing the Late Winter NIght Sky
DESCRIPTION:Join John Hlynialuk and the Bluewater Astronomical Society at its new observatory for a stargazing session with members of the BAS and their telescopes.  Three planets are in the sky this evening: Mars\, Jupiter and Venus\, and many bright stars of the winter constellation are still visible.  If the skies are cloudy\, an indoor tour of the facility will be held.\nMeet to car pool at Tim Horton’s on the south side the Sunset Strip in Owen Sound at 7:00 PM \nRegister with Andy Koshan: 519-534-0426 or akoshan@yahoo.ca
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/viewing-the-late-winter-night-sky/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20120308T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20120308T190000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201159Z
CREATED:20230117T201159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201159Z
UID:6649-1331233200-1331233200@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Birding Alaska with George Peck (replacing the Bald Eagle presentation) AGM to follow
DESCRIPTION:Join George as he shares his dream field trip with his son Mark to Alaska in June 2011 where he photographed breeding birds\, their nests and eggs. For George this represents the final location in North America north of Mexico not previously visited\, and a continuation of a lifetime of study and photography of the nesting (nidiology) of North American birds.\nThis trip netted 26 life birds\, 51 species photographed\, and 30 species’ nest and eggs photographed.\nHabitats\, mammals and some plants were noted. \nGeorge’s Presentation will be followed by the Annual General Meeting \nYou can still donate to the Conservation Trust Fund of the Owen Sound Field Naturalists in memory of Lorraine Brown. Donation cards will be available at the March meeting.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/birding-alaska-with-george-peck-replacing-the-bald-eagle-presentation-agm-to-follow/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20120209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20120209T190000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201114Z
CREATED:20230117T201114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201114Z
UID:6632-1328814000-1328814000@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Birds and Mammals of Kenya with Marg Gaviller
DESCRIPTION:Join Marg Gaviller on her safari to Samburu National Park and the Masai Mara in Kenya.  Marg took lots of photos of birds and mammals of these areas including baby animals with their parents. This program will appeal to anyone including young naturalists who dream of going on safaris.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/birds-and-mammals-of-kenya-with-marg-gaviller/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20120114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20120114T100000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201143Z
CREATED:20230117T201143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201143Z
UID:6640-1326535200-1326535200@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Ski Colpoy's Bay Ski Trail with Harriet Nixon
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the track set trails maintained by the Bruce Ski Club. Trail fee applies.  Meet at Tim Horton’s in Wiarton at 10:00 AM.\nRegister with Harriet Nixon: 519-534-0426 or harrietnixon@bmts.com
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/ski-colpoys-bay-ski-trail-with-harriet-nixon/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20120112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20120112T190000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201114Z
CREATED:20230117T201114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201114Z
UID:6631-1326394800-1326394800@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Southern Skies of Chile with John Hlynialuk
DESCRIPTION:A great place to view the southern skies is Chile’s Atacama Desert.  John Hlynialuk will introduce the celestial delights visible there – the Magellanic Clouds\, the bright and dark lanes of the southern Milky Way\, the Coal Sack\, and a celestial Jewel Box. On the ground\, lunar landscapes\, hot springs and high altitude lagoons make the Atacoma Desert a terrestrial wonderland as well.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/southern-skies-of-chile-with-john-hlynialuk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20111208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20111208T190000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201113Z
CREATED:20230117T201113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201113Z
UID:6630-1323370800-1323370800@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Member's Night hosted by Jim Ansell
DESCRIPTION:A potpourri of OSFN members’ slides\, displays\, art collections and compositions focussing on the natural world. A limit of 10 sides and 10 minutes of presentation time is applied
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/members-night-hosted-by-jim-ansell-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20111113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20111113T100000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201130Z
CREATED:20230117T201130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201130Z
UID:6639-1321178400-1321178400@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Waterfowl\, Around the Bay Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join Fred Jazvac for this annual waterfowl tour around Owen Sound Bay.  With winter approaching\, waterfowl are on the move. You can expect to see loons\, grebes\, scoters and flotillas of diving ducks.\nMeet at the Harry Lumley Bayshore south parking lot at 10:00 AM.  Dress warmly for a waterfront environment. Bring lunch and drinks.  \nContact Fred Jazvac to register:  519-797-3332 or email jazvacfb@bmts.com
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/waterfowl-around-the-bay-hike/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20111110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20111110T190000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201059Z
CREATED:20230117T201059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201059Z
UID:6629-1320951600-1320951600@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Continental Drift
DESCRIPTION:In geology\, the single most unifying concept is plate tectonics.  Doug Cunningham will lead us through the development of the theory\, from Alfred Wegener in 1912 to Canadian physicist Tuzo Wilson in the 1960’s. Plate tectonics causes earthquakes and volcanoes. Doug will take us to Turkey\, New Zealand\, the Hawaiian Islands and Chile – all places where plate tectonics can be observed.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/continental-drift/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20111013T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20111013T190000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201059Z
CREATED:20230117T201059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201059Z
UID:6628-1318532400-1318532400@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:The Fascinating\, Challenging Gulls
DESCRIPTION:Well known Ontario birder\, Jean Iron will help us learn to recognize and appreciate the 21 gull species found in Ontario with tips on identification\, plumages and where and when to see rare gulls. Jean is a seasoned naturalist\, educator\, bird photographer and former president of the Ontario Field Ornithologists\, Her specific interests are shorebirds\, grassland birds and waterbirds.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/the-fascinating-challenging-gulls/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20111001T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20111001T200000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201130Z
CREATED:20230117T201130Z
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UID:6638-1317499200-1317499200@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Hike to Malcolm Bluff
DESCRIPTION:Join leader Andy Koshan on a hike to explore Malcolm Bluff – a future nature reserve on the Bruce.  This trip will allow us to visit a place we’ll learn about at the Sept. 18 indoor meeting.  Limit: 12 people.Register with Andy\, 519-372-9480 or akoshan@yahoo.ca.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/hike-to-malcolm-bluff/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20110917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20110917T130000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201129Z
CREATED:20230117T201129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201129Z
UID:6637-1316264400-1316264400@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:I.D. Workshop on Asters and Goldenrods
DESCRIPTION:Join botanist and OSFN life member Joan Crowe on this outing to collect and identify fall’s asters and goldenrods.  WE’ll walk the trails at Hibou Conservation Area\, then spread our finds out on picnic tables at the water-side shelter.  Here\, Joan will instruct us in identification.  Bring your copy of Asters\, Goldenrods and Fleabanes of Grey & Bruce Counties\, a hand lens\, and a note book.  Limit:  10 people.  Meet in the main parking lot at Hibou Conservation Area (on the water side of the road) at 1 pm.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/i-d-workshop-on-asters-and-goldenrods/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20110911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20110911T100000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201129Z
CREATED:20230117T201129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201129Z
UID:6636-1315735200-1315735200@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:A Visit to Keppel Henge
DESCRIPTION:To recognize the millennium\, Steve Irvine\, photographer and potter\, and Bill Loney\, owner of Keppel Croft Farm and Gardens\, undertook a project with historical\, astronomical\, sculptural and spiritual references.  “Keppel Henge” is located at Keppel Croft farm near Big Bay.  Steve will lead us on a tour of this magical site.  We’ll meet to carpool at the tourism office at Springmount at 9 am and at Bluewater Park in Wiarton at 9:30.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/a-visit-to-keppel-henge/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20110908T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20110908T190000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201059Z
CREATED:20230117T201059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201059Z
UID:6627-1315508400-1315508400@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Unique Plants and Plant Communities of the Bruce Peninsula
DESCRIPTION:Mark Carabetta of Ontario Nature will focus on unique plants and plant communities\, including globally rare plants\, found on Ontario Nature’s six nature reserves on the Bruce Peninsula.  He will also provide an update on recent protection projects on the Peninsula including the Malcolm Bluff and the Indian Road parcel near Chief’s Point.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/unique-plants-and-plant-communities-of-the-bruce-peninsula/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20110612T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20110612T090000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201058Z
CREATED:20230117T201058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201058Z
UID:6625-1307869200-1307869200@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Photographing Wild Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Now for something completely different\, join Doug Pedwell and view the Oliphant Fens through your camera’s view finder or LCD screen.  Take this opportunity to enhance your photographic skills on some of the unique and provincially rare plants found in this area.  3 Hours.  Limit 15. Reserve your spot by contacting Doug at 519-797-5564 or dougpedwell@gmail.com.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/photographing-wild-flowers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20110609T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20110609T180000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201059Z
CREATED:20230117T201059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201059Z
UID:6626-1307642400-1307642400@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Attracting Butterflies and Moths to your Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Annual Pot luck supper\, 6:00 PM at St. Andrews Church\, Bring a food dish to serve 8 to 10 and dishes and cutlery for yourself. Please note we are asking members to bring a $5:00 donation for conservation. Kerry Jarvis will share with stories and images on how you can attract butterflies and moths to your gardens. The careful selection of plants for caterpillars\, butterflies and moths is essential to draw these beautiful creatures to your property.\nKerry is an educator\, naturalist\, gardener and traveller\, author and photographer. He is a member of the Bruce Trail Conservancy\, Toronto Entomological Association\, and Halton Hills Camera Club. His articles and images have appeared in a variety of publications and have won numerous awards. Please http://www.kerryjarvis.com
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/attracting-butterflies-and-moths-to-your-gardens/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20110514T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20110514T080000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201044Z
CREATED:20230117T201044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201044Z
UID:6624-1305360000-1305360000@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Watching with Alfred Raab
DESCRIPTION: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 at 8:00 AM in Wiarton.  The tour will last about 4 hours. Limit 15 people.Contact Fred Jazvac to register: 797-3332 or jazvacfb@bmts.com
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/bird-watching-with-alfred-raab-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20110512T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20110512T190000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201044Z
CREATED:20230117T201044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201044Z
UID:6623-1305226800-1305226800@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Birds According to Mark
DESCRIPTION:Rare birds\, common birds\, local birds\, from the extremes to the everyday stuff.  Mark Wiercinski will share his knowledge (and also no doubt\, his keen sense of humour) and do his best not to talk longer than an hour.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/birds-according-to-mark/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20110508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20110508T100000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201044Z
CREATED:20230117T201044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201044Z
UID:6622-1304848800-1304848800@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Escarpment Rambles
DESCRIPTION:This outing will begin with a hike to explore the cliffs and woodlands of the escarpment above the Bayview Estates.  The trail was developed and is maintained by the residents of the sub-division with open access to the public.  Following our exploration of this open trail\, we will head to Irish Block Line and the site of the Bruce Trail Conservancy Meadow Wetlands property.  The trail here provides a wonderful mix of woodland\, old fields and beaver meadows.  Enjoy this outing to little known patches of the escarpment.  Pack a lunch.  Registration:  Peter Middleton (519) 376-3242
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/escarpment-rambles/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20110502T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20110502T180000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201044Z
CREATED:20230117T201044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201044Z
UID:6621-1304359200-1304359200@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Birding at the Fidler's
DESCRIPTION:Mondays on May 2\, 9\, 16 and 30 at 6:00 PM.  Join Dave Fidler or other leaders for nature walks/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 as Common Moorhen\, Virginia and Sora Rails.  No registration required\, just show up.\nDirections to Fidler’s Green\, from Owen Sound:  Take Highway 21 to Jackson and turn right.  Go one block north and turn left at the “T” junction.  Go one block west and turn right on Old School Road.  Fidler’s Green is about 1 KM ahead on your left.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/birding-at-the-fidlers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20110424T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20110424T140000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201043Z
CREATED:20230117T201043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201043Z
UID:6620-1303653600-1303653600@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:A Visit to Spring's Ephemeral Ponds
DESCRIPTION:In early spring\, ephemeral ponds appear on the forest floor as the ice and snow melt away.  We’ll join the Young Naturalists for this outing to the Hibou Conservation Area to look for the invertebrates found in ephemeral ponds.  Dress warmly and wear rubber boots. Meet in the parking lot of the first Hibou entrance as you come from Owen Sound\, on the right hand (east) side of the road.  Limit 20 adults plus Young Nats.  Please register with Andy\, 372-9480 or akoshan@yahoo.ca
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/a-visit-to-springs-ephemeral-ponds/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20110414T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20110414T190000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201029Z
CREATED:20230117T201029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201029Z
UID:6619-1302807600-1302807600@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:On the Reefs in the Philippines
DESCRIPTION:Local teachers\, Deane Atherton and Dawn Hollyer spent April/May 2011 in the Philippines\, where they worked as volunteers on a survey of reef life.  The job involved two intensive weeks of training in which they learned to recognize 50 genera of fish\, followed by 6 weeks of reef surveys around the Philippines.  Deane will tell us about this adventure\, illustrating this talk with his photos.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/on-the-reefs-in-the-philippines/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20110320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20110320T100000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201029Z
CREATED:20230117T201029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201029Z
UID:6618-1300615200-1300615200@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Hot Spathes and Hidden Holes
DESCRIPTION:Or should we call it skunk cabbages and sinkholes.  It’s early spring and in the Beaverdale Bog north of Markdale.  The bog forms the upper reaches of the Saugeen River Watershed.  Water from the bog also escapes down sinkholes into the Beaver Valley.  We will visit a couple of GSCA properties in the bog\, watching for early plants responding to the melt.  This will be a four hour tour by car and on foot – be prepared for wet conditions.  For details of meeting place\, call 519-538-4368 or fboyd@bmts.com
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/hot-spathes-and-hidden-holes/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20110310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20110310T190000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201029Z
CREATED:20230117T201029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201029Z
UID:6617-1299783600-1299783600@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:From the Andromeda Galaxy to a Spider's Eye
DESCRIPTION:Wiarton-area potter\, Steve Irvine\, is also a noted photographer\, photographing everything from stars to macro views of nature.  His photos have appeared in National Geographic\, Natural History\, Science and several astronomy magazines.  Steve will show us some of his best nature photos\, including some taken with the ceramic pinhole cameras that he makes.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/from-the-andromeda-galaxy-to-a-spiders-eye/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20110212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20110212T100000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201029Z
CREATED:20230117T201029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201029Z
UID:6616-1297504800-1297504800@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Signs of Winter Life
DESCRIPTION:Trapper Verle Barfoot will lead us on a search for signs of winter wildlife in the Glen Conservation Area near Copper Kettle. This trip will take place either Feb. 12 or Feb. 19 depending on the conditions.  Bring snowshoes or skis and meet at the Glenn Parking area at 10:00 AM .  Bring binoculars\, a snack\, and a thermos of hot drink.  Limit 20 people.  Register with Lorraine: 519-372-0322 or lorraine@apropos.ca
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/signs-of-winter-life/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20110210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20110210T190000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201028Z
CREATED:20230117T201028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201028Z
UID:6615-1297364400-1297364400@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Friends of Oliphant Coastal Environments (FOOCE)
DESCRIPTION:Donna Stewart\, the Chair of FOOCE\, will talk about this relatively young but extremely active and successful volunteer conservation group.  FOOCE’s vision is “to preserve the unique fen\, alvar and Beach/grassland ecosystems of the Oliphant mainland community and adjacent Fishing Islands”.  Her presentation will tell us of surveys\, findings and achievements that the group has seen so far.  It will provide an important update on the work of this group to ensure the future of this magical and important section of the Lake Huron shoreline.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/friends-of-oliphant-coastal-environments-fooce/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20110113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20110113T190000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201014Z
CREATED:20230117T201014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201014Z
UID:6614-1294945200-1294945200@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:India: Temples\, Tigers and Peacocks
DESCRIPTION:As one considers the most populous nation in the world\, conjured images of India rarely turn to diverse landscapes and fascinating wildlife.  It is an ancient land teeming with people and intriguing cultures\, but it also possesses a wonderful array of wild creatures and spectacular birds.  Peter Middleton will take us on a tour to this spell binding sub-continent and some of its remarkable parks.  If winter is getting to you\, this program will be the perfect antidote.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/india-temples-tigers-and-peacocks/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20110109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20110109T130000
DTSTAMP:20230117T201014Z
CREATED:20230117T201014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T201014Z
UID:6613-1294578000-1294578000@owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca
SUMMARY:Snow Shoe Outing in Harrison Park
DESCRIPTION:Join our new program director\, Andy Koshan\, on a snowshoe hike to experience the joys of winter.  With a little luck\, it will be a sunny\, clear\, clod day.  We’ll follow up with a hot chocolate at the Harrison Park Inn.  Meet at the Inn at 1:00 PM.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/snow-shoe-outing-in-harrison-park/
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SUMMARY:Members' Night hosted by Jim Ansell
DESCRIPTION:A potpourri of OSFN members’ slides\, displays\, art\, collections and compositions focusing on the natural world.  A limit of 10 slides and 10 minutes of presentation.  Register your presentation with Jim Ansell at (519) 376-2775 or by e-mail\, jansell@sympatico.ca.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/members-night-hosted-by-jim-ansell-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20101204T080000
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DTSTAMP:20230117T201013Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Counts
DESCRIPTION:Watch the Hart’s Tongue Herald and the OSFN e-Herald for dates and information for this year’s Christmas Bird Counts in Owen Sound\, Wiarton\, Meaford\, Hanover/Walkerton and Saugeen Shores.
URL:https://owensoundfieldnaturalists.ca/event/christmas-bird-counts/
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