Owen Sound Field Naturalists

Learn about the Métis perspective of our relatives with roots, medicinal, dye and fibre plants plus the indigenous perspective on plant ecology. Max. 15 Register: euphemiamcguire@gmail.com

”Wings along a Cliff” with Bruce Mackenzie of the Hamilton Naturalists’ Club. This presentation features the diversity of nesting birds and the plant ecology on the iconic cliff face at Bon Echo Provincial Park. Bruce will take us on a trip through time and through the species living there in his exploration of cliff life. … Continue reading ”Wings along a Cliff” with Bruce Mackenzie →

Light refreshments, bird banding demonstrations, casual bird walks and a fantastic view. http://bpbo.ca/

A geomorphology tour near the Robson Lakes, on a glacial moraine with impressive examples of deep kettles & kettle lakes. Hike Leader: Bob Gray Register at kemblemt1@gmail.com or 519-371-9128

*** Please Note the New Date *** Interpretive 5KM hike of moderate difficulty at Hogg's Falls on the Boyne River with John Burton. Learn ecology of the upper Beaver Valley, the Bruce Trail and about the 5year campaign to control Garlic Mustard. Bring lunch for a break by the falls. Register at jburtonesp@yahoo.ca 519-379-4823 Instructions … Continue reading Interpretive Hike at Hoggs Falls on the Boyne River →

All Things Woody with Bill Moses at the Inglis Falls Arboretum (by GSCA HQ). Learn about woody plants, seed collecting. Each participant is to bring along at least one sample of a woody plant that they want identified. (Bill will have several.) ID books welcome. Register: Bill Moses bill.mosesos@gmail.com Limit: 12

For over two centuries, the Historic Saugeen Métis have lived along the waters of Lake Huron. Join us to learn about their story featuring the local fur trade, maritime heritage, special local places and recent research into community artifacts as part of the celebration of the 200th anniversary of the Piche Wampum Exchange. Jenna will … Continue reading The Cultural History of the Historic Saugeen Métis with Jenna McGuire →

Marshall Woods Old Growth Forest Hike with Bob Knapp. Maximum 16 participants: Please pre-register by email or phone: rmknapp@yahoo.com or 519 371 1255. Meet at the Grey Roots Museum Parking Lot (close to entrance) at 9:30am to Car Pool or at Bruce Trail access for Marshall Woods (only cancelled if rain is heavy) Distance 6 … Continue reading Marshall Woods Old Growth Forest Hike →

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 →

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/

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)

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!