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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Butterflies of Bognor Marsh
Register: Chris Rickard crickard@sympatico.ca, (705)444-6671 Where: Bognor Marsh, meet at the parking lot at Grey Rd 18 and Concession 4. When: June 27, 2019 , 11.00 am to 2.00 pm, … Continue reading Butterflies of Bognor Marsh
Community Tagging Day at Butterfly Gardens of Saugeen Shores
Join Butterfly Gardens of Saugeen Shores on their Community Tagging Day at foot of High Street, Southampton at big flag. Some of the volunteers will also be leading groups along … Continue reading Community Tagging Day at Butterfly Gardens of Saugeen Shores
Owls Around Us
Date: Sunday, August 25, 2019Time: 2 pm – 4 pm Location: Grey Roots Theatre, Grey Roots Museum & Archives Description: It is said that if you’ve got squirrels in your … Continue reading Owls Around Us
Sarawak Saunter near Indian Falls with David Morris.
***UPDATE Please note the change of date*** Due to the wet weather forecast for tomorrow Tuesday, David Morris has re-scheduled this hike to Thursday September 5th, at 1:30PM. Our route … Continue reading Sarawak Saunter near Indian Falls with David Morris.
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 … 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 … Continue reading “Forest Bathing” with Neil Baldwin.
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 … Continue reading Bruce Trail Hike With Beth Gilhespy
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
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.