What's good in Kingston

Discover how Kingston’s naturalists are saving wildlife and inspiring students

The Kingston Field Naturalists (KFN), a local nature club active since 1949, is making waves in conservation and education. The group takes strong public positions on environmental issues, including park creation and habitat protection, ensuring the preservation of Kingston’s natural heritage.

KFN President John Donihee tells of the role his organization plays in the Kingston area.

KFN also invests in the future of conservation science. In 2007, the club established an educational endowment fund at Queen’s University. The Kingston Field Naturalists’ Award supports undergraduate students studying natural history or conservation science at the Queen’s University Biology Station.

The purpose of KFN is easy to understand and helps make nature more accessible to area residents in meaningful ways. As John puts it..

If your interests lean towards nature and the outdoors, John notes there's a place for you at KFN.

The club owns two nature reserves: the Helen Quilliam Sanctuary, a forest reserve near Frontenac Park, and the Martin Edwards Reserve, a migratory bird habitat on Amherst Island. Members also act as stewards for other local protected areas.

KFN’s efforts reflect their ongoing commitment to wildlife preservation and environmental education. Learn more about their work and how to get involved on their website. They also have very active Junior and Teen Naturalists Programs to help young people learn first hand.
Check out the details at kingstonfieldnaturalists.org