West Elgin Nature Club

10/14/2026

🍁 Hello friends and neighbours in West Elgin and surrounding areas! 🍁

As the maples turn gold and the last songbirds pass through on their way south, it's the perfect time to gather indoors for our October meeting!

🦅 Join us for a presentation on "Birding in Texas" with Russ Chanler
🌇 Tomorrow, October 15th at 7:30 PM
📍 230 Morden St, West Lorn, ON

Whether you're a seasoned birder or just curious about our feathered friends, come warm up with us and hear about birding adventures south of the border — everyone is welcome!

09/30/2026

We are deeply saddened by the passing of our long-time member, Bill Prieksaitis. His love of trees and birds touched many of us, and he will be dearly missed. Our heartfelt condolences to Marjorie and all of Bill's family and friends.

Celebrate the life of William "Bill" Prieksaitis and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.

09/17/2026

🌿 Reminder, friends and neighbours in West Elgin and surrounding areas! 🌿

The West Elgin Nature Club meeting is back TONIGHT — Thursday, September 17th at 7:30pm!

🎤 We’re thrilled to welcome Michelle DiLeo for a special presentation!

07/05/2026

🚨 Event Rescheduled: Due to the weather, the Butterfly Count on July 5th has been postponed.

📅 New Date: Saturday, 11th July
we'll see you next week for some butterfly spotting! 🦋

06/24/2026

📣 Hello friends and neighbours in West Elgin and surrounding areas,
You're warmly invited to join our Monday Morning Walks this July ☀️
Enjoy a gentle, easy-paced walk as summer reaches its peak — shaded forest paths, the hum of insects, and long golden evenings just around the corner ☀️
🌼 Relaxed pace
🌼 Friendly company
🌼 Time to slow down and enjoy nature
Come as you are, take a breath, and enjoy a peaceful and refreshing start to your week 💚
We hope to see you there!

06/17/2026

The West Elgin Nature Club meets every 3rd Thursday, September through June. No meeting until September — enjoy your summer and we'll see you then! 🌿
While the club takes a summer break, our Monday Morning Walks don't stop! We walk year-round, rain or shine, and everyone is welcome. Come join us any Monday morning and enjoy the beauty of West Elgin all summer long 🚶‍♀️💚

06/17/2026

📣 Hello friends and neighbours in West Elgin and surrounding areas,
You're warmly invited to join our Monday Morning Walks this June 🌼
Enjoy a gentle, easy-paced walk as June fills every path with colour — deep green canopies, wildflowers dotting the trail, and warm mornings to savour 🌼
🌸 Relaxed pace
🌸 Friendly company
🌸 Time to slow down and enjoy nature
Come as you are, take a breath, and enjoy a peaceful and refreshing start to your week 💚
We hope to see you there!

05/21/2026

Information about TODAY (Thu May 21st) — Please bring your own cutlery, plates, cup, and lawn chair.
No dogs allowed, except for support and service dogs.
Our meeting will begin at 6pm with a presentation from WESS's winning Southwestern Ontario Envirothon team (30 minutes), followed by a potluck supper.

The venue is at 29283 Lakeview Line in Dutton Dunwich
See you soon!

Hello WENC members and nature lovers in West Elgin and surrounding areas 🌿🦉
Join us for our OUTDOOR POTLUCK meeting at 6PM on Thursday May 21st, Hillsdale Farm ( 29283 Lakeview Line, Wallacetown ON) ! Please bring a dish to share🍴
We encourage everyone to bring reusable cutlery, cup & plates. 🍽

We look forward to gathering, sharing, and connecting with our community.

☔☔If rains, we will have the potluck at the church on 230 Morden St. West Lorne. ☔☔

📌Our meetings
Our monthly meetings are held every 3rd Thursday at 7:30 PM, September to May. We also have a guest speaker presenting at each meeting. Everyone is welcome.

05/05/2026

📣 Hello friends and neighbours in West Elgin and surrounding areas,
You're warmly invited to join our Monday Morning Walks this May 🌿

Enjoy a gentle, easy-paced walk as May brings nature to life — lush green trails, warm sunshine, and the buzz of a world waking up 🌿

🌸 Relaxed pace
🌸 Friendly company
🌸 Time to slow down and enjoy nature
Come as you are, take a breath, and enjoy a peaceful and refreshing start to your week 💚
We hope to see you there!

05/05/2026

Hello WENC members and nature lovers in West Elgin and surrounding areas 🌿🦉
Join us for our OUTDOOR POTLUCK meeting at 6PM on Thursday May 21st, Hillsdale Farm ( 29283 Lakeview Line, Wallacetown ON) ! Please bring a dish to share🍴
We encourage everyone to bring reusable cutlery, cup & plates. 🍽

We look forward to gathering, sharing, and connecting with our community.

☔☔If rains, we will have the potluck at the church on 230 Morden St. West Lorne. ☔☔

📌Our meetings
Our monthly meetings are held every 3rd Thursday at 7:30 PM, September to May. We also have a guest speaker presenting at each meeting. Everyone is welcome.