". . . 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:
  • A monthly meeting - with guest speakers, member's photographs & exhibits,
  • Excursions - day trips on the weekend to places of interest,
  • Autumn & Spring weekends away - a full weekend away to a location 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

If you're interested in the Club, the best place to start is to come to one of our meetings to meet some members and see what we're all about.

The February to December meetings are held at 7:30pm on the second Wednesday of the month, at the Ringwood East Senior Citizens Centre (2-8 Laurence Grove, Ringwood East, 3135). Our January meeting is an outdoor gathering at a local park - check the "Upcoming Events" for location details. 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.

© 2025 Ringwood Field Naturalists Club
Upcoming Events
October 2025
Wednesday 8th - Meeting at Ringwood East Senior Citizens Centre
Speaker: Tony Robinson
"Worth two in the bush – local birds and how they use plants"
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.