". . . 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
August 2024
Wednesday 14th - Meeting at Federation Estate
Speaker: Alex Stalder
"Plants of Victoria high country"
Sunday 18th - Yarran Dheran Nature Reserve
Leaders: Eeva & David Hewitt
Meet at 10:30am. 1 Ashburton Dr, Mitcham.
(Melways 49 B6)
September 2024
Saturday 7th - Euroa
Leaders: Shirley Smith & Liz Trigg
Meet at 10:30am at the Euroa Arboretum, 76 Euroa Main Road Euroa.
(Melways C312)
Wednesday 11th - AGM & Meeting at Federation Estate
President's Address: Shirley Smith
"Ten reasons why I love Ringwood Field Naturalists Club"
Sunday 22nd - Boomers Reserve
 Leaders: Alison & Peter Rogers
Meet at 10am at Boomers Reserve, Blue House Road, Panton Hill
(Melways 264 D4)
October 2024
Wednesday 9th - Meeting at Federation Estate
TBC
Sunday 13th - Crib Point
 Leader: Jack Airey
Meet at 10am at Lorimer St, Crib Point (cnr of Bay St).
(Melways 165 C12)
Friday 25th to Sunday 27th - SEANA Spring weekend away - Marysville
Hosted by the Ringwood FNC