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 shedule of meetings & events click: MPFN 2019 2020 Season Brochure
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 $300 for the Owl Foundation of Vineland through our famous Mystery Gift Not-So-Silent Auction.
Meet the New Wizard of Winter Finch Forecasts: Q&A with Tyler Hoar
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It's a conversation that comes up each autumn, as soon as temperatures dip and migrants start heading south. Will this be a year when winter finches grace our feeders? For many birdwatchers their once-every-few-years appearance seems like a mix of mystery and serendipity. But there's a science to itI just supported Mike Burrell’s fundraiser for BIRDS CANADA’s 2020 Great Canadian Birdathon You can too!
O the First Whimbrel that Team WhimBurrel does see
Will help them reach their target of a hundred and thirty
Species of birds on their big birdathon
As they race between Pelee and Hamilton
Whimbrel, Whimbrel, Whimbrel, Whimbrel
Good luck to Team WhimBurrel, we hope you do well.
(Sing to the tune of The First Noel)
Campaign: BIRDS CANADA - 2020 Great Canadian Birdathon - Mike Burrell - CanadaHelps
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For the 23rd consecutive year, I am participating in the Great Canadian Birdathon to raise funds that will help conserve and protect Canada’s wild birds. Proceeds from the Great Canadian Birdathon sustain conservation programs and initiatives through Birds Canada that are making a real difference ...The Man Behind the Brilliant Winter Finch Forecast Is Passing the Torch
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Ron Pittaway might be retiring, but fear not, finch fans: His collaborator Tyler Hoar will continue the highly anticipated reports.Another Nature Story from David Hawke
Oh deer! Bucks' need to exude masculinity takes toll on trees
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As you enjoy early fall colours, keep a sharp eye for evidence of deer and moose using the trees for back rubs, says outdoors columnistThe Green Party nationally is busy electing their new leader but that should not distract us all from voting in the very important Green Party of Ontario 2021 Calendar Photo Contest. Voting ends Sept. 14, 2020. I have an entry again this year. The photographers are not identified but mine is the one of a male and female bluebird on a nestbox, taken in Penetanguishene. I'd appreciate the support of all my friends. I get a free Calendar if I win! Ken MacDonald
11th Annual Calendar Photo Contest | Green Party of Ontario
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Thank you to everyone who submitted their photos. During the next few weeks, we’ll leave it to you to select which ones will appear on our 2021 calendar.Box 393, Midland ON L4R 4L1
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