Indigenous Perspectives on the Land: Embracing New Models of Wayfinding Through Virtual Smartphone Prairie Forest Guide
In an effort to bridge the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, a new virtual smartphone wayfinding prairie forest guide is exploring ways to incorporate Indigenous perspectives on the land. Through the inclusion of traditional ecological knowledge, ethnobotany, Indigenous heritage, and culture, as well as Indigenous languages, the guide is aiming to provide new models of how to relate to the land and help restore relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.
The guide will feature a comprehensive view of the land, plants, and animals found in the prairie forest. It will provide detailed descriptions of the plants and animals, as well as their ecological and cultural significance, as these are essential elements of the Indigenous worldview. In addition, the guide will also include GPS maps and audio recordings that will allow users to learn more about the history and stories of the land, providing a more immersive experience.
In addition, the guide will offer a unique model of wayfinding that is based on Indigenous philosophy. This includes a focus on the relationship between humans, plants, and animals, as well as the interconnectedness of all life. It also includes concepts such as respect, reciprocity, and responsibility, emphasizing the importance of respecting the land and the creatures that inhabit it.
By offering this unique model of wayfinding, the guide hopes to create bridges between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities by providing new ways to view and interact with the land. By embracing the Indigenous perspectives on the land, it is possible to create a more inclusive and respectful relationship with the land, which can help to restore and build relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.
This is an exciting stage one contract position opportunity for an individual who is passionate about protecting these prairie forests, and who has a deep knowledge of the Indigenous and Métis communities of Saskatoon and area. If you are interested in applying, please send us your resume to friendsafforestation@gmail.com and a brief description of why you would be a good fit for this position.
We look forward to hearing from you!
More Information is at KIJIJI on this contract position
More about this Contract position is posted at Sask Culture
This is STAGE ONE of the Call for Tender.
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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
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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′
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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
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