". . . to further the study of Natural History in all its branches"
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Ringwood Field Naturalists Club Inc.

Founded in 1961, The RFNC is a group of people who enjoy learning about nature. The Club provides a friendly and informal place for people to explore, learn and share their interest in Australian Natural History. We enjoy getting together, having a walk and learning about the myriad of things that exist around us.

The Club caters to all areas of Natural History by having a varied programme - we don't specialise in just one or two areas of nature. At our monthly meeting, we have presenters giving talks on wide-ranging topics. Our monthly excursions and twice-yearly weekends away are spread across Victoria, giving the opportunity to explore new areas.

The Club provides a place for anyone interested in Natural History to meet new people with similar interests. Whether you're interested in birdwatching, learning more about plants, or exploring native orchids, the Ringwood Field Naturalists Club is sure to have something to offer.

The Club has:
  • Our monthly meeting - speakers, member's photographs & exhibits,
  • Monthly excursions - day trips on the weekend,
  • Autumn & Spring weekend away - a weekends away in Victoria,
  • Field-care days - tree planting/weed removal at local sites,
  • The Whistler - our 6-monthly Newsletter,
  • A natural history library - available for borrowing.
Have a look at our current Club Program - Click here

Here's the latest Club Newsletter - The Whistler - Click here

Why not come along to our Monthly Meeting - 7:30pm on the second Wednesday of the month, held at Maroondah Federation Estate in Ringwood. Click here for more details.

If you'd like to get in touch, drop us an email (click here) or give us a call on (03) 9801 6946.

© 2022 Ringwood Field Naturalists Club
Upcoming Events
December 2024
Wednesday 11th - Meeting at Federation Estate
Speaker: Warwick Dilley
"Breathtaking birds"
Speaker: Nicky Zanen
"Urimbirra – a little block in the desert"
The meeting will be followed by supper, please bring something to share.
No excursion in December. Merry Christmas to all.
January 2025
Wednesday 8th - Outdoor Meeting - Warrien Reserve
Meet at 6.00 pm in the car park for a picnic tea, followed by a short meeting, and then a stroll through the Reserve bushland paths.
(Melways 36 K10)
Leaders: Alison & Peter Rogers
Saturday 11th - Lillydale Lake
Leaders: Eleanor & Warwick Dilley
Meet at 10.00 am in the first or second car park on the left off Swansea Road.
(Melways 38 G7)
February 2025
Sunday 9th - Coolart Wetlands & Homestead
Leader: Jack Airey
Meet at the entrance to Coolart Wetlands and Homestead at 10am. Enter from Lord Somers Road.
(Melways 193 J8)
Wednesday 12th - Meeting at Federation Estate
Speaker: Ross Field
"Butterflies of the Dandenong Ranges and eastern suburbs"
March 2025
Friday 14th to Sunday 16th
RFNC Autumn weekend away
Port Fairy
Leaders: Inta & Roger Needham