We don’t just study nature: WE EXPERIENCE NATURE!

Our Next Event

16Jan2025

MPFN ZOOM Mtg.

Guest Speaker: Njal Rollinson "The incredible natural history of local amphibians and reptiles: highlights from 7 years of research in Algonquin Park"

From 7:30 pm until 9:30 pm

At ZOOM

Guest Speaker: Njal Rollinson, U of T's Rollinson Lab "The incredible natural history of local amphibians and reptiles: highlights from 7 years of research in Algonquin Park"
- https://rollinson.eeb.utoronto.ca/

Njal Rollinson grew up in the Midland and Penetanguishene region, and became fond of reptiles and amphibians while mucking around in places like Wye Marsh, Tiny Marsh, and his own backyard. Now a professor at the University of Toronto, his research is in the field of Evolutionary Ecology (the evolution of traits in an ecological context) but blends various fields, especially Animal Behaviour and Conservation. His work combines long-term monitoring, field and lab experiments, and metadata to explore the evolution of life histories and reptile vocalizations, as well as responses to climate change. His aim is to push forward our understanding of life histories and life cycles while conserving our planet’s biodiversity.

Our Mission.

To study and
appreciate nature.
To protect and preserve wildlife
and the environment.
To stimulate public interest in,
and promote protection
and preservation of nature.

Who we are.

The Midland Penetanguishene Field Naturalists Club (MPFNC) is one of the oldest affiliates of the Federation of Ontario Naturalists. The objective of the Club is to promote public awareness of natural history, conservation and the environment. We feature lectures by expert naturalists on a range of fascinating topics at our monthly meetings. We also schedule  outings (field trips) and nature study.

We meet on the 3rd Thursday of the month, 7:30 PM at the Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre No meeting in December, July or August.  Our June meeting is held at Tiny Marsh.

For a printable schedule of our meetings & events, click the link to view and download our MPFN 2024/2025 Program bookmark (opens in a new tab).

The MPFNC is involved in many projects in the area including the Christmas Bird Count as well as environmental and wildlife surveys, the Tiny Marsh BioBlitz and the Sweet Water Harvest at the Wye Marsh. The club also supports the Owl Foundation at the Christmas Bird Count Potluck Wrap-up at the Wye Marsh. This year we raised $440 for the Owl Foundation of Vineland through our famous Mystery Gift Not-So-Silent Auction.