Spring Birding in the Catchacoma Old Growth Forest – Members Only
The Catchacoma Old Growth Forest, located in the NorthernKawarthas, is well known for its giant eastern hemlocks (some ofwhich are over 300 years old) as well as its numerous moss-covered granite boulders, lichens and fungi. It is also a sanctuaryfor many bird and animal species. This outing, led again byStewart MacDonald, will focus on searching…
Chimney Swift Roost Watches
PFN members are invited to see Chimney Swifts gather, circle and then dive into their roost as part of Birds Canada's annual monitoring of their numbers. The outing takes place on the top level of the King Street parkade on any of five nights (May 20, 24, 28, June 1 and 5). Meet on the…
Exploring Cavan Back Roads – Members Only
Enjoy a spring nature hike in the Cavan area. We’ll walk along a quiet road, some wooded trails and edges of farmland. We’ll watch out for ‘all things nature’ so bring your knowledge of plants, mammals, birds, insects, tracks etc. and we’ll learn from each other. Accessibility easy for the most part but some spots moderate…
Chimney Swift Roost Watches
PFN members are invited to see Chimney Swifts gather, circle and then dive into their roost as part of Birds Canada’s annual monitoring of their numbers. The outing takes place…
Chimney Swift Roost Watches
PFN members are invited to see Chimney Swifts gather, circle and then dive into their roost as part of Birds Canada’s annual monitoring of their numbers. The outing takes place…
Birds, Butterflies and Botany – Carden Plain
Join us for an all-day visit to the wonderful Carden Plain. This is an unusual alvar habitat that is home to an abundance of rare grassland bird species, butterflies and…
Chimney Swift Roost Watches
PFN members are invited to see Chimney Swifts gather, circle and then dive into their roost as part of Birds Canada’s annual monitoring of their numbers. The outing takes place…
2023 Report Cards on Watershed Health and Climate Change
This presentation will highlight the 2023 Otonabee Region Watershed Report Card, and Climate ChangeReport Card, along with examples of the efforts of Otonabee Conservation and partners to enhance thehealth of…
PFN’s First Annual Camping Trip to Algonquin Park
PFN’s First Annual Camping Trip to Algonquin Park Pog Lake, Campground A Centrally located on the Hwy 60 Corridor, close to many attractions, pine forest setting, canoeing, hiking, biking, birding, butterflying,…