". . . 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
November 2025
Wednesday 5th - McClelland Sculpture Park and Gallery
Leader: Shirley Smith
Meet at 10am in Harry’s Cafe for a coffee and cake. 390 McClelland Drive, Langwarrin (easy access from Peninsula Link).
Wednesday 12th - Meeting at Ringwood East Senior Citizens Centre
Speaker: Peter Hanson
"Local Mines"
Saturday 15th - Western Treatment Plant
Leaders: Hazel & Alan Veevers
Meet at 9.30am at gate 5, Point Wilson Road, Werribee.
(Melways Page 11 D12)
December 2025
Wednesday 10th - Meeting at Ringwood East Senior Citizens Centre
Speakers: Lynn & Neal Smith
"Tasmanian Treasures of the Earth"
Speaker: Don Redman
"Nature as I see it"
The meeting will be followed by supper, please bring something to share.
No excursion in December. Merry Christmas to all.
January 2026
Wednesday 14th - Outdoor Meeting - Croydon
Meet opposite Croydon Library Civic Square Croydon
Meet 6pm for picnic tea followed by short meeting, and then a stroll through Tarralla Wetlands and Bush Trails.
(Melways 50 K5)
Leaders: Jenny & David Williams
Saturday 17th - Doongalla Forest
Leaders: Karen Martin & Jennifer Grant
Meet at Doongalla Homestead Picnic Ground carpark at 9:30am, at the end of Doongalla Forest Road, The Basin.
(Melways 66 D5)