Pollinator Paradise Event © Brittany Killingbeck
Membership
Becoming a member of the Hamilton Naturalists’ Club means that you join over 300 members in their commitment and dedication to the study, appreciation and conservation of natural landscapes, wild plants and animals.
What does my membership support?
When you become a member, your membership will directly support:
The management and maintenance of eleven HNC nature sanctuaries, permanently protecting over 560 acres of natural lands.
HNC communications full of articles of scientific interest, local natural history, bird sightings, environmental and conservation news, and HNC activities:
Monthly Meetings – informative monthly presentations with guest speakers on topics relevant to field naturalists are held between September and May.
Bird Study Group – informative monthly presentations focusing on birds, bird conservation and the people dedicated to their health and well-being held between September and April.
Field Events – regular field trips and rambles led by experts in their field throughout Hamilton and surrounding areas.
Environmental studies and research projects – such as bird counts, natural area inventories that aid in the monitoring of local species, Hamilton Bioacoustics Research Project and the MAPS Banding Station at Sheelah Dunn Dooley Nature Sanctuary.
Urban forest stewardship that protects and restores local natural areas through invasive species management and tree planting with volunteers, increasing urban biodiversity and greening in the City of Hamilton.
Seven large pollinator habitats maintained as part of the Hamilton Pollinator Paradise project.
Advocacy for the environment and Hamilton’s natural areas, including the successful endorsement of a Biodiversity Action Plan for the City of Hamilton.
How long do memberships last?
HNC memberships renew annually and run from September 1st to August 31st each year. You will receive a notice via email for renewal each year beginning in June.
How do I purchase a membership?
There are multiple different types of membership depending on your age and family size.
To sign up for an HNC Membership most relevant to you, click on a membership type below:
If you would prefer to mail a cheque to pay for your membership, you may do so by sending a signed and dated cheque, payable to “Hamilton Naturalists’ Club” to the address below. Please know that it may take up to one month to see the funds withdrawn from your account.
Please note that the Club does not accept cash for membership.
Membership Director
Hamilton Naturalists’ Club
PO Box 89052
Hamilton, ON L8S 4R5
Who do I contact with questions about HNC membership?
For any questions please contact Claire Bennett, Membership Director, at membership@hamiltonnature.org