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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Bruce Peninsula Bird Observatory Open House at Cabot Head Research Station
Light refreshments, bird banding demonstrations, casual bird walks and a fantastic view. http://bpbo.ca/
A geomorphology tour near the Robson Lakes
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
Interpretive Hike at Hoggs Falls on the Boyne River
*** 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, … Continue reading Interpretive Hike at Hoggs Falls on the Boyne River
All Things Woody with Bill Moses at the Inglis Falls Arboretum
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 … Continue reading All Things Woody with Bill Moses at the Inglis Falls Arboretum
The Cultural History of the Historic Saugeen Métis with Jenna McGuire
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, … Continue reading The Cultural History of the Historic Saugeen Métis with Jenna McGuire
Marshall Woods Old Growth Forest Hike
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 … Continue reading Marshall Woods Old Growth Forest Hike
Fall Ramble with Ron Gatis
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. … Continue reading Fall Ramble with Ron Gatis
Around the Bay with Fred – Waterfowl ID: Tips and Techniques with Fred Jazvac
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 … Continue reading Around the Bay with Fred – Waterfowl ID: Tips and Techniques with Fred Jazvac
Forest Health with Susan McGowan (MNRF)
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 … Continue reading Forest Health with Susan McGowan (MNRF)
John Reaume: Spiders of Eastern North America
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 … Continue reading John Reaume: Spiders of Eastern North America
Audrey Armstrong and Willy Waterton Bruce Trail: 856 kms of Discovery
“This talk is based on our end to end hike, with references to science, geology and history all along the Niagara Escarpment with a healthy emphasis on our area. (i.e. … Continue reading Audrey Armstrong and Willy Waterton Bruce Trail: 856 kms of Discovery
Snowshoeing at the Bentham Heritage Farm
Snowshoe outing, exploring the Bentham heritage farm natural features and the developed trails of the Flesherton Hills. With Dick Bentham & John Burton. Register at jburtonesp@yahoo.ca or 519-379-4823.
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.