Community Association – Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area. George Genereux Urban Regional Park.

In Appreciation of Montgomery Place for support

Montgomery Place: Where Remembrance and Environmentalism Meet

The Montgomery Place Community Association has been a steadfast ally in the preservation of history and the promotion of community engagement. In a gesture of kindness and support, they have offered to help spread awareness about the Saskatoon City Nature Challenge CNC YXE 2024 through their Facebook page, website, and a poster in their newsletter!

The Montgomery Place neighborhood, situated near the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area and the George Genereux Urban Regional Park, has a rich history. Founded post-World War II, it serves as a poignant example of the Veterans Land Act subdivision, showcasing the benefits provided to veterans through government assistance. This community has adopted these greenspaces into their Local Area Plan, emphasizing their commitment to the preservation of natural environments.

Montgomery Place’s designation as a National Historic Site is a testament to its significance in illustrating the Veterans Land Act communities established after the Second World War. The community remains deeply connected to its origins, with street names, signage, memorials, and Remembrance Day services honoring the sacrifices made by veterans.

The Montgomery Place Community Association’s support for the City Nature Challenge reflects their dedication to the environment and community engagement. Their commitment to preserving history and fostering a sense of community underscores their pivotal role in honoring Canada’s military heritage and contributing to the local community’s vitality and identity.

The City Nature Challenge is an annual event that encourages people around the world to explore and document the biodiversity in their cities. By participating, individuals contribute valuable data to the global scientific community, helping researchers better understand and protect urban ecosystems.

Montgomery Place’s willingness to assist in promoting the City Nature Challenge underscores their dedication to fostering community engagement and environmental awareness. Their support is a testament to the power of collaboration and the importance of local institutions in driving positive change.

Thank you, Montgomery Place Community Association, for your ongoing support of community initiatives like the City Nature Challenge. Your generosity in sharing information about this event demonstrates your commitment to environmental awareness and community engagement. We are grateful for your efforts to make a positive impact on our community and the world.

Montgomery Place: Where Every Step is a Tribute to the Past and a Promise to the Future

With thanks to our sponsors and supporters SaskPower, SaskTel, Saskatoon Nature Society, Wild About Saskatoon, Caswell Hill Community Association, SOS Trees Inc., 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. Reach if you would like to sponsor the City Nature Challenge, or share the City Nature Challenge information as a collaborator!

Saskatoon and area will compete for the title of the most Biodiverse City. We need your help. The goals are to engage the public in the collection of biodiversity data, with three awards each year for the cities and areas that 1/ makes the most observations, 2/ find the most species, and 3/ engage the most people. We’re so excited to have this fun friendly competition with a chance to place Saskatoon and Area on the World Stage for the City Nature Challenge 2024! Find out more friendsareas.ca

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

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

Pinterest richardstbarbeb

Blogger: FriendsAfforestation

Tumblr friendsafforestation.tumblr.com Facebook Group Page: Users of the George Genereux Urban Regional Park

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

Facebook: South West OLRA

Reddit: FriendsAfforestation

Twitter: St Barbe Baker Charity Twitter:FriendsAreas

Mix: friendsareas

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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 )

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Support using Canada Helps

Support via a recycling bottle donation

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

Exploring Caswell Hill

To the residents of this vibrant neighborhood, we want to extend our heartfelt appreciation for the incredible work you do in nurturing this unique and established community and preserving the natural beauty of the surroundings. Caswell Hill truly stands out as a haven of greenery and connection to nature, thanks in large part to your dedication and efforts.

One of the jewels of our neighborhood is the unique Ashworth Holmes Park, with its expansive oval shape and accessible playground. It’s a place where families gather for picnics, where children laugh and play, and where neighbors come together to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. From the local dog park to the Mayfair Bowling Club, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in this historic park. So many reasons to be out and about, and with iNaturalist loaded to the smart phone, an amazing time to Be the Voice for Nature!

But what truly sets Caswell Hill apart is the abundant biodiversity that thrives here. As we stroll through the boulevards, admire the yards, and alleys adorned with colorful flowers and greenery, we’re reminded of the deep connection between this community and the natural world. It’s inspiring to see residents transforming their lawns into clover lawns, and pollinator paradise gardens, attracting beneficial insects like bees and harmless parasitoid wasps that play vital roles in our ecosystem. What will you discover?

And let’s not forget about the four-leaf clovers that grace this area hiding within neighborhood pollinator paradise yards, and clover lawns. Legends and folklore have long celebrated these rare finds, with tales of fairies and good luck swirling around them. Whether you believe in their mystical powers or not, there’s no denying the joy of stumbling upon one of these elusive charms. What will you discover? And do you think four leaf clovers are lucky? Have you ever found one?

So, as we celebrate the beauty and biodiversity of Caswell Hill, we want to express our gratitude to the Community Association for their tireless efforts in preserving and enhancing this neighborhood and for spreading the word about the City Nature Challenge. Thank you for creating a place where nature thrives, where families come together outside, and where the spirit of community shines bright. What an adventure to combine the charm of this established neighbourhood and all its amenities with the iNaturalist app on the smart phone, an exciting way to awaken connection to nature, enhance your observation skills, and deepen your curiosity!

What a great opportunity to explore this area of the city for biodiversity for the City Nature Challenge CNC YXE 2024!

April 26 – April 29, 2024: Capture images of wild plants, insects, birds, mushrooms, and more.
April 30 – May 5, 2024: Identify the discovered species.

Simply download the iNaturalist app, take a photograph of nature in your local area – whether that’s a tree, plant or insect or animal – and upload. You don’t even have to know anything about the species you are observing. Teams of experts will be reviewing and updating the information that’s submitted, so you can log back in later and learn more about what you’ve spotted. Find out more here: CNC YXE DNU