Inspiring Environmental Action: Ordinary People Doing the Extraordinary Notable global conservationists come together on the same stage relating how they have taken the dream of Richard St. Barbe Baker into their hearts and souls and moved forward on diverse branches and pathways for conservation locally and globally. We admire St. Barbe for his vision, and […]

Heritage film release – more information about the days celebration coming soon – November 6, 2021 – stay tuned • 2021: Inspiring Environmental Action: Ordinary people doing the Extraordinary The largest afforestation area in Saskatoon was named after Richard St. Barbe Baker OBE, Hon. LL.D. F.I.A.L., For. Dip. Cantab., ACF (9 October 1889 – 9 […]

Why do we connect with nature?  A great way to get outside, engage in biodiversity conservation, and have fun Discover nature, find as many species as you possibly can! Come out with a group to learn the ins and outs of iNaturalist, or discover the parks on your own. It is great fun! Why do […]

Why do we connect with nature? Well, it is fun, a great reason to get outside, an exciting way to discover bio-diversity, and helps science Participate in a search for biodiversity, the plants and animals at this time, Sundays at Two, in the afforestation areas. This is important and invaluable information for scientists, researchers, and […]

Seeing, and orienting towards a holistic experience, tapping into intuition, exploring how forests think, delving into the forest heart Sylvan dreaming and knowing, the secret life of trees, and forests. Multiple ways to connect and discover ecological non-dualism with revelations by Charles Eisenstein, Geneen Marie Haugen, Sadghuru, Suzanne Simard, Arts and Wildwoods. Immersing in the […]

PaRx, Canada’s first national nature prescription program, has officially arrived in Saskatchewan! PaRx is an initiative of the BC Parks Foundation, driven by health-care professionals who want to improve their patients’ health by connecting them to nature. Featuring practical resources like quick tips and patient handouts, its goal is to make prescribing time in nature […]

Three steps to get started in saving and conserving species.  How these tips and tricks made me a better Naturalist Discover the many benefits getting started in saving species with artificial intelligence. Basic techniques that work for everyone. Interesting facts and sure – fire ways to help you succeed. Now you can have the immersion […]

Urban forests and green infrastructure in a Changing Climate With guest speakers from City of Saskatoon urban forestry and YXE Green Infrastruture Strategy. This virtual session presents highlights from City of Saskatoon’s urban forestry department a very vital player to hear from during National Forest Week. This session will also present the research conducted for […]

National Healing Forests. Imagine woodlands setting(s) for health, wellness, understanding, and respect across cultures. Reconciliation through Healing Forests A forest can help people heal and connect them with nature. With this in mind, Peter Croal (retired CIDA Environment Specialist) and Patricia Stirbys (legal and Indigenous Relations specialist) – inspired by the 2015 Truth and Reconciliation […]

The Shelterbelt Decision Support System [SB-DSS] – how does this free tool give value to farmers and the potential for cash in pocket? “in its latest climate change action plan, the Saskatchewan government is proposing to pay farmers for storing carbon, not just charging agricultural producers for emitting carbon into the atmosphere, “ reports U […]