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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Peter Middleton: Ancient Plants of Grey and Bruce.
“The two counties we call home are also the place where a number of remarkable plants that have occupied the earth for aeons find a place to live. From the escarpment face tothe forests and fens, mosses, liverworts, ferns and trees thrive. This program will introduce a few of them and their remarkable histories.” Peter … Continue reading Peter Middleton: Ancient Plants of Grey and Bruce.
The Northwest Passage – in Franklin’s Wake. Willy Waterton and Audrey Armstrong
Willy Waterton and Audrey Armstrong will present an illustrated talk about their travels from Cambridge Bay to Iqaluit. Come and learn about a local connection to thesearch for Franklin. Photo by Willy Waterton Photo by Willy Waterton
Who Made Those Tracks and Why? With Jeff Kinchen.
An Interpretive Late Winter Tracking Hike with Jeff Kinchen. Register: Jeff Kinchen, bognors.finest@gmail.com 519.374.4246 Limit: 12 participants
Dr.Sonja Ostertag: Belugas ’Qilalugaq’ in the Arctic
The annual migration of beluga whales, called qilalugaq in Inuvialuktun, presents an important opportunity for subsistence harvesting by the Inuvialuit of the western Canadian Arctic, and for collaborative study on how environmental change may impact this species, plus unique insight for research and co-management. About Sonja: Sonja Ostertag grew up in Owen Sound, Ontario where … Continue reading Dr.Sonja Ostertag: Belugas ’Qilalugaq’ in the Arctic
Skinners Bluff Hike w/ Sydenham Bruce Trail Club
In conjunction with the Sydenham Bruce Trail Club Thursday March 29 Meet: 9:00am at 294 Park St. Hike Location: Skinner Bluff The loop hike will begin by Skinner Bluff and follow the main trail above Colpoy's Bay with spectacular lookouts. We will take the Len Holley Side Trail to the Colpoy's Range Rd. and then … Continue reading Skinners Bluff Hike w/ Sydenham Bruce Trail Club
The Day Your Life Changed – Climate Change circa 535 AD w/Dan Ostler
The Day Your Life Changed with Dan OstlerClimate Change circa 535 AD A natural phenomenon in 535 AD provided an excellent opportunity to observe the effects of climate change. In this presentation, we will follow the ripples of this event across the face of our earth. About Dan Ostler: Dan Ostler graduated in Biophysics from … Continue reading The Day Your Life Changed – Climate Change circa 535 AD w/Dan Ostler
Earth Week Hike at Hibou w/ Friends of Hibou
In conjunction with Friends of Hibou Thursday April 19 Meet: 1:00pm at Hibou south Parking Lot(by Water Pump Station) Hike Location: Hibou Hike the different trails in the park and along the shore, waterproof boots may be necessary if we've had much rain. Learn about the history of the park and see some of the … Continue reading Earth Week Hike at Hibou w/ Friends of Hibou
Earth Week hike at Kemble Rock
Friday April 20 Meet: 10:00am Indian Falls Parking Lot Hike Location: Kemble Rock Hike this splendid Bruce Trail property. See where the house, barn and well were; View the remains of a pioneer house foundation and visit the Lookout along with seeing other features. This is an amazing property and you will have an opportunity … Continue reading Earth Week hike at Kemble Rock
EARTH DAY 2018 – Alone Across Canada'
We are also pleased to announce that tickets (only $5. each) are available right away, for Earth Day - 2PM Sunday April 22, 2018, featuring the Keynote Address by Adam Shoalts - Author, Naturalist and Explorer - on board the newly renovated MS Chi-Cheemaun. Celebrating Earth Day and his love for Nature, Adam Shoalts will … Continue reading EARTH DAY 2018 – Alone Across Canada'
Inglis Falls Aboretum and Propagation Area Tour with Bill Moses
A perfect opportunity to see what's happening at the Arboretum. Register: Bill Moses bill.mosesos@gmail.com Limit: 12 participants
Members Night’ Bob Rice Coordinating
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 presentationtime is preferred. Register your presentation with Bob Rice at: 519.477.1728, riceman8@hotmail.com
Wildflower Hike of the Sydenham Bruce Trail Club, led by Barbara Palmer
Owen Sound Field Naturalists are invited to join the Wildflower Hike of the Sydenham Bruce Trail Club, led by Barbara Palmer on Tuesday, May 15th. Please note that pre-registration is required. To carpool or convoy from Owen Sound please meet at the Galaxy Theatre ( GXT) parking lot. Meet in the parking lot at the … Continue reading Wildflower Hike of the Sydenham Bruce Trail Club, led by Barbara Palmer
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.