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Fall Birding Roundup
November 3rd 2023 12:00 pm — November 5th 2023 11:59 AM Fall is in the air and that can only mean one thing: it’s time once again for KFN’s Fall Roundup. Members are encouraged to get out birding and submit their reports on eBird. The birding reports will be compiled by Erwin Batalla and a … Read more
Proposed City of Kingston bylaw on feeding of birds and other wildlife
The City of Kingston is considering a proposed bylaw which, among other things, will make it an offence to feed wildlife in the city. Wildlife is defined to include birds. The comment period on the draft bylaw available on the City’s website ends August 18th. There is an exemption in the bylaw for “songbirds”. That … Read more
Bioblitz at Shibagau Creek Forest Farmstead
August 5th and 6th 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. From the Nature Conservancy of Canada: We are thrilled for those of you who have registered and look forward to seeing you. For those who haven’t this is a reminder to do so, AND what to do before you join us. The Internet at SCFF is … Read more
Birds Canada Calendar – Photos Required
Birds Canada sent the following message: Dear Kingston Field Naturalists, We can’t contain our excitement when we see your incredible bird photos and hear your captivating stories! Our annual calendar, a true celebration of Canada’s magnificent wild birds, will feature photos and stories from extraordinary supporters like you. Whether you’re a passionate amateur, a seasoned … Read more
Paddling Landon Bay – New Date
The Wednesdays on the Water field trip to Landon Bay has been rescheduled to Wednesday 21 June due to inclement weather.
Annual General Meeting 2023
The agenda, President’s Report, proposed budget, executive nominations, Past President’s Report and other documents to be discussed at the AGM on 19 April are now available on the Meetings page.
Annual General Meeting 2023
The AGM will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday April 19th. The Zoom link will be sent out a few days before the meeting. At this meeting we will review the minutes of the previous AGM held on 21 April 2022 (see link below), the President will review the past year, the Treasurer will … Read more
Bird Walks on Wednesday mornings – Key Biodiversity Areas
The KFN has been asked to survey six Key Biodiversity Areas (KBAs) managed by Birds Canada and Nature Canada in our area. The intent is to review and update information on the key species which were identified when the KBAs were created. Kurt Hennige will lead Wednesday morning trips once a month from April to … Read more