Wildlife Tracking Outings
PFN member, Don McLeod, will once again lead members on one or more outings during the months of December to March focusing on tracks and other wildlife sign. These outings…
Nature Appreciation Walks
One of the main reasons for attending outings is spending time with like-minded individuals. Getting out in the fresh air, exercising, and socializing while appreciating nature never gets old. With…
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.
Lang-Hastings Rail Trail – Part 1 *New Date*
"Revised Date" The Lang-Hastings Trail offers many chances to see nature up close and enjoy great views of the countryside south of Peterborough. Steve Paul will lead this walk on…
Sounds of Spring
The evening air of spring carries the mating songs of various species of frogs and the sky dance of the American Woodcock (a.k.a. Timber-doodle). On this two-hour evening walk, we…