As Earth Month dawns upon us, we are called to take a stand on the United Nations Partnerships for the goals SDG 17 to collectively reclaim our rightful place as caretakers of the land and water. In the wake of centuries of colonization and environmental degradation, Indigenous peoples are leading a resurgence hand in hand teaching all peoples—providing education towards a reclamation and sharing of our traditional knowledge and practices in service of the Earth.
In the spirit of wahkohtowin, we recognize that everything is connected—that the health of the land is inseparable from the well-being of all living beings. Through Indigenous-led initiatives and grassroots movements, because we realize all are interconnected, nature and all cultures, we are honouring the UN SDG 16 Peace, justice, and strong institutions for protection of lands and teaching one and all how to be great stewards of the Earth.
Earth Month serves as a powerful reminder of our inherent responsibility to protect and preserve the natural world. From advocating for Indigenous land rights to promoting sustainable practices, we are working towards a future where the Earth and all its inhabitants can thrive in harmony.
Join us in the City Nature Challenge CNC YXE 2024 April 26 – 29, an opportunity to celebrate the resilience of Indigenous peoples and the biodiversity of our shared planet. Let us walk together in solidarity, honoring the teachings of our ancestors and forging a path towards a more just and sustainable future.
With thanks to our sponsors and supporters SaskPower, SaskTel, Saskatoon Nature Society, Wild About Saskatoon, Varsity View Community Association, Rosewood Varsity View Community Association, Nutana Varsity View Community Association, Montgomery Place Varsity View Community Association. City Nature Challenge Saskatoon CNC YXE 2024 led by Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas.
For directions as to how to drive to “George Genereux” Urban Regional Park
For directions on how to drive to Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
For more information:
NEW P4G District Official Community Plan
Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada north of Cedar Villa Road, within city limits, in the furthest south west area of the city. 52° 06′ 106° 45′
Addresses:
Part SE 23-36-6 – Afforestation Area – 241 Township Road 362-A
Part SE 23-36-6 – SW Off-Leash Recreation Area (Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area ) – 355 Township Road 362-A
S ½ 22-36-6 Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area (West of SW OLRA) – 467 Township Road 362-A
NE 21-36-6 “George Genereux” Afforestation Area – 133 Range Road 3063
Wikimapia Map: type in Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
Google Maps South West Off Leash area location pin at parking lot
Web page: https://stbarbebaker.wordpress.com
Where is the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area? with map
Where is the George Genereux Urban Regional Park (Afforestation Area)?with map
Blogger: FriendsAfforestation
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Facebook: StBarbeBaker Afforestation Area
Facebook for the non profit Charity Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. FriendsAreas
Facebook group page : Users of the St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
Twitter: St Barbe Baker Charity Twitter:FriendsAreas
Please help protect / enhance your afforestation areas, please contact the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. (e-mail / e-transfers )
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United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration
- Use the UN Decade’s Visual Identity
- Make it your own
- Spread the word about the UN Decade
- Let’s Bring Back Forests
- Let’s Green Our Cities
““Be like a tree in pursuit of your cause. Stand firm, grip hard, thrust upward. Bend to the winds of heaven..”
Richard St. Barbe Baker
Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area. George Genereux Urban Regional Park. 