Welcome to the Nature Barrie web page.
This site is sponsored by the Brereton Field Naturalists' Club (BFNC)
These pages are accessible by visiting bfnclub.org or naturebarrie.com.
We hope you will take some time to explore the site and learn about the many things our club does.
If you notice any mistakes or have any comments please contact the Webmaster.
LAND USE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We acknowledge that the land on which we gather is covered by the 2018 Williams Treaties Settlement, specifically Treaty 18. This land is in the territory of the seven First Nations: the Chippewas of Beausoleil, of Georgina Island and of Rama, and the Mississaugas of Alderville, of Curve Lake, of Hiawatha, and of Scugog Island, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nation.
We acknowledge that we live here as settlers among many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples
If you are on Facebook check out our FB page by clicking on the link near the bottom of this page.
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| Sat May 09 @ 7:00AM - 07:00PM BARRIE WATERFRONT SIT-IN |
| Wed May 13 @ 8:00AM - 12:01PM THE LANES OF LITTLE LAKE |
| Mon May 18 @ 8:00PM - National Swift Population Roost Monitoring Blitz 2026 |
| Sat May 23 @ 8:30AM - 12:01PM THORNTON TRAIL |
| Sun May 24 @ 8:30AM - 01:00PM ORO-MEDONTE RAIL-TRAIL FLORA & FAUNA |
| Sat May 30 @ 7:30AM - 05:00PM BIRDING CARDEN ALVAR |
| Sun May 31 @ 7:30PM - 10:00PM WOOING WHIP-POOR-WILLS |
| Wed Jun 03 @ 7:00PM - 09:00PM EASTERN BLUEBIRD NEST BOX TRAIL |
| Sat Jun 06 @ 8:00AM - 12:01PM Packard Tract Pine-Oak Habitat Restoration and the Kirtland’s Warbler |
| Mon Jun 08 @ 7:00PM - 09:00PM A SAUNTER IN SUNNIDALE PARK |
The final results of the Barrie CBC can be found clicking on the following link
BARRIE 2025 CBC FINAL RESULTS.
Two new species Mute Swan and Purple Sandpiper were added to the all time count list.
The count totalled 62 species and we had 58 people in 20 parties in the field and 8 watching feeders. Total of party hours was 84 with 43km on foot and 650 km driving,
TRIPS
A number of BFNC members have volunteered their time and expertise to bring you a great outdoor trip program. As usual we have some old favourites and some really exciting new ones. Although birds are a focus there will be something for every interest. Please join them in exploring the natural history of Simcoe county. Check our Facebook page for any last minute changes or check with the trip leader or Jim Coey NB trip coordinator
For more information click the Trips link at the top of this page.
MEETINGS
All regular meetings are held at Northwest Barrie United Church, 464 Ferndale Drive North, Barrie and start at 7:00pm.. Meetings are held in the Westennial Hall at the back of the church. Park in the big lot off Horsfield Drive..
For more information click the Meetings link at the top of this page.
CONTACT US
For email enquiries please contact us Email Nature Barrie
MEMBERSHIP
Annual fees:
| Family | $40 | |
| Individual | $30 | |
| Student | Free with current student ID | |
Memberships run from January 1st to December 31st.
If you would like to become a member of Nature Barrie or to renew an existing membership, please complete the fillable pdf and return by This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Membership dues can be paid:by e-transfer, details here. , OR
by mailing a cheque to Nature Barrie, P.O. Box 1084, Barrie ON L4M 5E1, OR
by paying cash or cheque at the next monthly meeting.
Send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.
Please check out our Facebook group. Here you can share pictures, stories and other items of interest to the BFNC members.
All you have to do is click on the link and ask to join.
