Nature Journaling for the Junior Naturalists
Anyone who loves animals, plants, fungi or bugs, or just being outdoors can have fun with their own nature journal. Together we will learn how to use the power of…
Monthly Meeting: The Evolution and Ecology of Plant Reproduction
Marcel Dorken will present an overview of some of the research conducted in his lab at Trent. The main themes will include evolutionary transitions in reproductive systems, sexual selection, and…
Junior Naturalists Wildlife Tracking
Have you ever wondered whose animal tracks you see in the snow and the mud? Hop, skip or jump to a morning of discovery to unearth the "stories" revealed by various tracks made by wildlife in our area. Don McLeod, avid observer of nature and long-time PFN member, will help us understand the signs wildlife…
Returning Waterfowl on the Otonabee
The spring migration gets underway with the lengthening days in March and increased hours of sunlight. This trip will visit various locations along the Otonabee River and possibly a bit…
Peterborough Field Naturalists AGM Silent Auction
About Our Auction THE AUCTION IS LIVE! BE SURE TO CHECK BACK DAILY FOR NEW ITEMS. PFN's third annual online auction in support of the Annual Meeting of the General Membership. Limited items are available to bid on for 9 days prior to the AGM (March 27) up to 11:30 pm the night prior to…
PFN 83rd Annual Meeting (AGM)
83rd Annual Meeting (AGM)Wed. March 27, 2024Join us in person for Light Refreshments, Social Hour with old and new friends, have fun and help fundraise with our Silent Auction and Bucket Draws.(Note, the Business portion and Guest Speaker will be available via Zoom at no charge)Location:Peterborough Golf & Country ClubSocial Hour:6:30 – 7:30 pm(light refreshments/…
For the PFN Junior Naturalists: Welcome Spring with NATURE PUPPETS!
Design and make your own Nature Sock Puppet using materials inspired by nature and then bring your puppets to life with professional puppetry techniques. The workshop will be led by Shelley King; puppeteer, arts educator and nature lover! Registration: Contact Shelley King at [email protected]. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The workshop is FREE…
Monthly Meeting: Trent Grant Recipient Student Presentations
This month the PFN will continue its annual tradition of hosting Trent University students who were recipients of the PFN’s Legacy Grant. They will be providing presentations on their research…
The Fascinating World of a Vernal Pool
In the spring forest when vernal pools melt and fill with rain, life returns to these ephemeral wetlands. As soon as water appears, fairy shrimp hatch and are soon joined…
Ontario Breeding Bird Atlas – Year 4 Kickoff Meeting
Sunday, Apr. 14 1 to 4 p.m.