As society continues to become increasingly aware of the importance of protecting and preserving the environment, the need for accurate interpretation of the natural world has become increasingly important. Interpretation, the practice of providing meaningful and useful information about the natural world, is essential for both indigenous and non-indigenous people to be able to understand and appreciate the complexity of our ecosystems. By learning about the various botanical and ecological systems, we can better understand the importance of afforestation, a process of planting trees in areas that have been deforested, for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal of Life on Land.
Interpretation has long been used by indigenous cultures to understand their local environment and the networks of relationships within it. Indigenous knowledge of botanical and ecological systems has been used to sustainably manage the environment and to provide important services to the local population. This knowledge is often passed down through generations, with each generation adding to the collective understanding of the environment. By learning from indigenous cultures and applying their knowledge to afforestation efforts, we can improve our understanding of the natural world and how to better protect it.
Non-indigenous people can also benefit from interpretation, as it helps us to better understand the complexity of natural ecosystems. By learning about the flora, fauna, and other components of these ecosystems, we can better appreciate the importance of afforestation and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal of Life on Land. Furthermore, this knowledge can be used to inform iNaturalist sightings, a practice of recording species of plants and animals that have been identified in a specific area. By recording these sightings, we can build a better understanding of the local environment and its changing dynamics, allowing us to make more informed decisions about afforestation efforts.
Interpretation is an essential tool for both indigenous and non-indigenous people to understand the natural world and to protect and preserve it. By learning about the various botanical and ecological systems, we can gain a better understanding of the importance of afforestation and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal of Life on Land. This knowledge can also be used to inform iNaturalist sightings, allowing us to better track changes in the environment and make informed decisions about afforestation efforts. As society continues to become increasingly aware of the importance of protecting and preserving the environment, interpretation will become increasingly important for us to understand and appreciate the complexity of our ecosystems.
The ideal candidate for this contract position should have a degree in education or a related field and experience in outdoor and environmental education learning experiences. You should be comfortable working in a team environment and have an eye for detail. Additionally, you should be passionate about the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area and the George Genereux Urban Regional Park and their unique cultural and environmental heritage.
If you are interested in this contract position for Stage One Editor/Writer for Cultural and Environmental Heritage Prairie Forest Guide App and think you have the qualifications and experience necessary to edit existing interpretive stories and write new heritage stories, we look forward to hearing from you. Please submit your application and any supporting documents to the Cultural and Environmental Heritage Prairie Forest Guide App team at friendsafforestation@gmail.com.
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This is STAGE ONE of the Call for Tender.
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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:
Blairmore Sector Plan Report; planning for the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area, George Genereux Urban Regional Park and West Swale and areas around them inside of Saskatoon city limits
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
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Where is the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area? with map
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Please help protect / enhance your afforestation areas, please contact the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. (e-mail / e-transfers )Support the afforestation areas with your donation or membership ($20.00/year). Please donate by paypal or by using e-transfers Please and thank you! Your donation and membership is greatly appreciated. Members e-mail your contact information to be kept up to date!
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Richard St. Barbe Baker
Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area. George Genereux Urban Regional Park. 