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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Yukon and Northern British Columbia: Exploring Nature and History with Audrey Armstrong and Willy Waterton ***ZOOM ONLY***
A Programming Update to Accommodate a Scheduling Conflict - this event is now on December 12.***THIS EVENT IS NOW ZOOM ONLY***If you are an OSFN member, the Zoom info has been … Continue reading Yukon and Northern British Columbia: Exploring Nature and History with Audrey Armstrong and Willy Waterton ***ZOOM ONLY***
Oaxaca: From Mountains to Coast w/Erik Van Den Kieboom
A Programming Update to Accommodate a Scheduling Conflict - this event is now on January 9th and will be over Zoom only.Erik Van Den Kieboom presents Oaxaca: From Mountains to … Continue reading Oaxaca: From Mountains to Coast w/Erik Van Den Kieboom
Forestry Isn’t Always An F Word w/Kevin Predon ***ZOOM ONLY***
Kevin Predon - Forestry Isn’t Always An F Word.Kevin's goal is to cajole the Field Naturalists into an appreciation (or at least an understanding) of commercial forestry and its progressive … Continue reading Forestry Isn’t Always An F Word w/Kevin Predon ***ZOOM ONLY***
Who Made Those Tracks & Why? (2025)
There is too much snow!The tracking event scheduled for Saturday, February 22 is being postponed until a date to be determined in March. This will allow for a better quality … Continue reading Who Made Those Tracks & Why? (2025)
Scenic Relaxed Snowshoeing at Kolapore, led by Stella Juhasz
Scenic Relaxed Snowshoeing at Kolapore, led by Stella JuhaszDate: Wednesday, March 12, 2025Time: 10 am – 1 pm including lunch/snack break (bring with you). Dress for cold weather, and two … Continue reading Scenic Relaxed Snowshoeing at Kolapore, led by Stella Juhasz
Members’ Night
Members' Night - Brian Robin Coordinating. In person at the Bayshore Community Centre and over Zoom.A potpourri of OSFN members' photos, displays, art, collections and compositions focusing on the natural … Continue reading Members’ Night
Water Forecasting & Monitoring w/John Bittorf
John Bittorf - Water Forecasting & MonitoringDate: April 10, 2025Time: 7 pmLocation: Bayshore Community Centre, Owen SoundAs the Water Resources Coordinator and Flood Duty Officer for Grey Sauble Conservation, John … Continue reading Water Forecasting & Monitoring w/John Bittorf
Earth Day Indoor Event “Rapture and Resistance – the Heart of Nature Advocacy” w/ Dr. Anne Bell
In addition, OSFN also announces that its 10th annual Keynote Speaker Event to Celebrate Earth Day, will feature Dr. Anne Bell, the much revered former Director of Conservation and Education at Ontario Nature for 17 … Continue reading Earth Day Indoor Event “Rapture and Resistance – the Heart of Nature Advocacy” w/ Dr. Anne Bell
The Incas: Naturalists of the Night w/John Hlynialuk
John Hlynialuk - The Incas: Naturalists of the Night. Inca culture was intimately tuned into the natural world, both terrestrial and in the heavens overhead. This talk will look at … Continue reading The Incas: Naturalists of the Night w/John Hlynialuk
Nature Ramble in the Beaver Valley with Jen Ryckman Worrall
Nature Ramble in the Beaver Valley with Jen Ryckman WorrallDate: Monday May 19Time: 9:30am to 11:30am or 12 NoonJoin us for a Nature Ramble in the Beaver Valley with Jen Ryckman Worrall, … Continue reading Nature Ramble in the Beaver Valley with Jen Ryckman Worrall
AGM & Discover the Whales of Eastern Canada w/ Sarah McComb-Turbitt
The Indoor Program and Annual General Meeting on June 12 are in person only. There will be NO ZOOM component.We look forward to seeing everyone there!5:45 pm Social GatheringPlease bring … Continue reading AGM & Discover the Whales of Eastern Canada w/ Sarah McComb-Turbitt
Saugeen Valley Lookout with Brian & Clare Maher Date: Friday, June 13
Saugeen Valley Lookout with Brian & Clare Maher Date: Friday, June 13Time: 10am - 3pm An outstanding opportunity to visit Nels Maher’s and John Weir’s Fern Garden. Orchids, birds and more on this 40- … Continue reading Saugeen Valley Lookout with Brian & Clare Maher Date: Friday, June 13
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.