The Ottawa Field-Naturalists’ Club, founded in 1863 and incorporated in 1879, is the oldest natural history club in Canada. Over 800 members participate in many aspects of the natural world, from birding to botanizing, investigation to publication, conservation to cooperation. We hope you will find something here to suit your interests.
Events
Calendar of events for the public and outings for members
Birding
Where to go birding, bird sightings, bird identification, bird-related activities, and birding code of conduct
Publications
Information on Trail & Landscape, The Canadian Field-Naturalist, and other OFNC publications
Fletcher Wildlife Garden
This long-term project of the OFNC shows how to use native species and create habitat for wildlife – even in the city.
Conservation
Information about current and past conservation efforts of the club
Safe Wings Ottawa
Information and volunteer opportunities to prevent bird collisions
Recent blog posts
Brewer Park pond and Study Area (June 3, 2017)
In recent years we have run a joint field trip with the OFNC at Brewer Park, introducing neighbourhood children to the aquatic life of the [...]
Gatineau park outing
by Sophie Roy On May 20, 21 birders enjoyed the bird life of Gatineau Park, with leaders Justin Peter and yours truly. Photo by [...]
Members’ photo day (May 27, 2017)
We had no sooner settled in for our meeting when a late arrival reported that the Mourning Dove just outside the door was feeding its [...]
The regeneration begins
by John Davidson Michelle and other volunteers planted 1100 native plants on the south side of our pond today. One of the highlights [...]