". . . 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.

Our monthly meetings for the start of 2025 will be held at the Ringwood East Senior Citizens Centre, 2-8 Laurence Grove, Ringwood East, 3135. We're expecting to be back at Federation Estate later in the year. Keep en eye on the website for meeting location.

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

© 2025 Ringwood Field Naturalists Club
Upcoming Events
May 2025
Thursday 1st - Jacks Beach
Leaders: Inta & Roger
Meet at 10am at Jacks Beach, Wooleys Rd, Bittern.
(Melways 165 A7)
Sunday 4th - Field Care Day
Planting in the Nth Ringwood area. Details to be advised.
Wednesday 14th - Meeting at Ringwood East Senior Citizens Centre
Speaker: Steve Meacher
"Leadbeater’s Possum"
Sunday 18th - Wittons Reserve
Leaders: Eeva & David
Meet at 10:30am at Wittons Reserve at the end of Reserve Road, Wonga Park.
(Melways 24 K6)
June 2025
Wednesday 11th - Meeting at TBA
Members Night
Members to show 5 slides in 5 minutes telling a story about "A favourite place in Victoria".
Supper to be provided by the Committee.
Saturday 14th - Churchill National Park
Leaders: Lynn & Neal
Meet at 10:30am at the car park, enter from Churchill Park Drive.
(Melways 82 C10)
July 2025
Wednesday 9th - Meeting at TBA
Speaker: Judith Cooke
"The Earth Beneath Us – sites of geological significance on Club excursions"
Sunday 13th - Bacchus Marsh
Leaders: Inta & Roger
Meet at 10:30am at Melton Reservoir Picnic Area, Exford Rd, Melton South.
(Melways 220 H/J 2)
October 2025
Friday 10th to Sunday 12th
Spring weekend away - St Arnaud
Leaders: Helen & Graeme
Further information will be provided at meetings.
Friday 17th to Sunday 19th
SEANA Spring weekend away
Hosted by the Ballarat FNC
See Peter for more details.