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FNS

Purpose
The Ferrum Nature Society (FNS) is an informal organization whose sole purpose is to bring together students, faculty and staff of Ferrum College, as well as members of the local community, who are interested in enjoying and studying natural history.

FNS Campus Lists:
FNS Winter Bird Count
Bird List 
Mammal List
Reptile & Amphibian List

The Ferrum Tree Trail
The Ferrum tree trail extends from Chapman Pond to the Stables. Many common tree species are marked along the trail.

Ferrum Tree Trail Sign

The FNS Newsletter

Current Newsletter:
Newsletter Vol. 6 Issue 11 NEW!

(PDF)


Volume 1:
Issue 8
Issue 7
Issue 6
Issue 5
Issue 4
Issue 3
Issue 2
Issue 1

Volume 2:
Issue 6
Issue 5
Issue 4
Issue 3
Issue 2
Issue 1




Volume 3:
Issue 8
Issue 7

Issue 5

Issue 4

Issue 3

Issue 2

Volume 4:
Issue 10
Issue 9
Issue 8
Issue 7
Issue 6
Issue 5
Issue 4
Issue 3
Issue 2
Issue 1

 

Volume 5:
Issue 12
Issue 11

Issue 10

Issue 9
Issue 8
 
Issue 7
 
Issue 6 
Issue 5
Issue 4
 
Issue 3
 
Issue 2
 
Issue 1
 

Volume 6:
Issue 1
Issue 2
Issue 3
Issue 4
Issue 5
Issue 6
Issue 7
Issue 9
Issue 10
Issue 11

FNC Events
Events will include such activities as morning bird watching on the Ferrum campus, meteor shower watching and star gazing, wildflower hikes, salamander hunts, and mushroom foraging. Members may also wish to organize research activities, construct campus nature trails, maintain campus bird feeders, or work on wildlife habitat improvement projects.

Newsletter
The newsletter will provide information on upcoming FNS events, sightings of interesting animals and plants, feature articles, and a description of natural events that will occur during the month.

Membership
To join the Ferrum Nature Society (FNS), simply send an e-mail stating your interest to Dr. Todd Fredericksen (tfredericksen@ferrum.edu). You will receive a monthly newsletter via e-mail, as well notices of special FNS events.

Business Meetings, Obligations, and Dues
There are none. Attend the events that interest you and participate at whatever level you desire.

 

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