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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′

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

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Google Maps South West Off Leash area location pin at parking lot

Where is the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area? with map

Where is the George Genereux Urban Regional Park (Afforestation Area)?with map

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Facebook group page : Users of the St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area

Facebook for the non profit Charity Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. FriendsAreas

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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For directions as to how to drive to “George Genereux” Urban Regional Park

Use the UN Decade’s Visual Identity
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““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

Preserving Our Precious Planet: A Call to Action for Earth Week

In the grand tapestry of life, each species plays a vital role in maintaining the delicate balance of our planet’s ecosystems. Earth Week serves as a poignant reminder of the interconnectedness of all living beings and the urgent need to protect our precious planet.

Reflecting on the triple planetary crisis of climate change, nature, and biodiversity loss, we are confronted with the stark reality of our impact on the Earth. The sixth mass extinction, driven by human activity, demands immediate action to safeguard the diversity of life on our planet.

As we contemplate the significance of Earth Week, let us embrace the ethos of reduce, reuse, recycle, leaving no trace but footprints of compassion for future generations. From protecting wildlife corridors to promoting biodiversity, each action we take resonates through the web of life.

Join us in the City Nature Challenge from April 26 to 29, where we can immerse ourselves in the wonders of nature and contribute to conservation efforts. Let us honor the UN SDG Life on Land and Sustainable Cities and Communities, as we work together to preserve our precious planet for generations to come.

World Peace; International Peace — Lichen City Nature Challenge CNCYXE

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

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

Where is the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area? with map

Where is the George Genereux Urban Regional Park (Afforestation Area)?with map

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

Blogger: FriendsAfforestation

Facebook group page : Users of the St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area

Facebook for the non profit Charity Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. FriendsAreas

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 )

Support using Canada Helps

For directions as to how to drive to “George Genereux” Urban Regional Park

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

Embracing the Earth’s Resilience: A Journey of Renewal for Earth Week

In the quietude of dawn, as the first light kisses the Earth’s surface, lies a symphony of life waiting to be heard. Earth Week beckons us to listen—to the rustle of leaves, the chirping of birds, and the gentle rhythm of nature’s heartbeat.

The sixth mass extinction, a solemn reminder of humanity’s impact on the planet, calls us to action. As we reflect on the interconnectedness of all living beings, let us embrace the Earth’s resilience and embark on a journey of renewal.

From protecting wildlife corridors to incorporating native species, every action we take reverberates through the tapestry of life. Let us reduce, reuse, and recycle, leaving no trace but footprints of reverence for the Earth.

As we celebrate Earth Week, let us honor the UN SDG Life on Land and Sustainable Cities and Communities. Join us in the City Nature Challenge CNC YXE 2024 from April 26 to 29, where we can bear witness to the Earth’s beauty and contribute to its preservation. Together, let us sow the seeds of hope and nurture a future where all life thrives in harmony with nature. Check out the four events scheduled.

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

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

Where is the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area? with map

Where is the George Genereux Urban Regional Park (Afforestation Area)?with map

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

Blogger: FriendsAfforestation

Facebook group page : Users of the St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area

Facebook for the non profit Charity Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. FriendsAreas

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 )

Support using Canada Helps

For directions as to how to drive to “George Genereux” Urban Regional Park

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

Finding Harmony with Nature: A Call to Action for Earth Week

In the whispers of the wind through the trees and the rustle of leaves underfoot, lies the essence of our connection to the Earth. As we immerse ourselves in the beauty of Earth Week, let us heed the wisdom of the land and embrace our role as stewards of the natural world.

Reflecting on the triple planetary crisis of climate change, nature, and biodiversity loss, we are reminded of the delicate balance that sustains life on our planet. Unlike previous extinction events driven by natural phenomena, the sixth mass extinction is a sobering testament to humanity’s impact on the Earth.

As we ponder the significance of Earth Week, let us mobilize as part of the ecological transition, incorporating Indigenous traditional ways of knowing and promoting sustainable practices. From reducing pollution to restoring soil health, each action we take reverberates through the web of life.

Join us in the City Nature Challenge from April 26 to 29, where we can immerse ourselves in the wonders of nature and contribute to conservation efforts. Let us leave no trace but footprints of gratitude as we navigate the path towards a harmonious coexistence with the Earth. Join in the events, or travel Saskatoon and area discovering nature!

Planet Earth, the World, is in our Hands — Medicine Wheel, all is interconnected. Wanuskewin balance and harmony four elements, fire, earth, air and water, are taught through the 6 directions of the medicine wheel. South Great Grand Spirit Thunderbird, Okimaw Piyisiw rain, water East, the sun, Kisikaw Pisim, warmth and light, West Grandfather wind, Kisinipaw Otin, providing the four seasons, North is Kisinipaw Pawkaw Mostos, the Spirit of the Buffalo. The Sacred, the Great Spirit, Kici-Manitou is White above and Mother Earth, Mamawow Nakwaimo Aski, is Green below.

Medicine Wheel, all is interconnected. Wanuskewin balance and harmony four elements, fire, earth, air and water, are taught through the 6 directions of the medicine wheel. South Great Grand Spirit Thunderbird, Okimaw Piyisiw rain, water East, the sun, Kisikaw Pisim, warmth and light, West Grandfather wind, Kisinipaw Otin, providing the four seasons, North is Kisinipaw Pawkaw Mostos, the Spirit of the Buffalo. The Sacred, the Great Spirit, Kici-Manitou is White above and Mother Earth, Mamawow Nakwaimo Aski, is Green below.

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

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

Where is the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area? with map

Where is the George Genereux Urban Regional Park (Afforestation Area)?with map

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

Blogger: FriendsAfforestation

Facebook group page : Users of the St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area

Facebook for the non profit Charity Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. FriendsAreas

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 )

Support using Canada Helps

For directions as to how to drive to “George Genereux” Urban Regional Park

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

Finding Solace in Nature: A Journey of Healing for Earth Week

In the quiet corners of the Earth, where the sun kisses the horizon and the rivers whisper secrets of old, lies solace for the weary soul. Earth Week invites us to seek refuge in the embrace of nature, finding healing in the beauty of the world around us.

As we confront the triple planetary crisis of climate change, nature, and biodiversity loss, let us mobilize as guardians of the Earth. The sixth mass extinction, driven by human activity, calls for a renewed commitment to protecting our planet’s precious ecosystems.

Through the planting of native trees and the promotion of biodiversity, we can restore balance to our fragile world. Let us tread softly upon the Earth, leaving no trace but footprints of reverence for the natural world.

Join us in the City Nature Challenge from April 26 to 29, where we can immerse ourselves in the wonders of nature and contribute to conservation efforts. Let us honor the UN SDG Life on Land and the Decade on Ecosystem Restoration, as we embark on a journey of healing and renewal for the Earth and all its inhabitants.

Species at risk: Mormon Metalmark (Apodemia mormo) butterfly depends on buckwheat host plant.

Turkey Vulture (Cathartes aura), species at risk — Species at risk: Mormon Metalmark (Apodemia mormo) butterfly depends on buckwheat host plant.

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

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

Where is the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area? with map

Where is the George Genereux Urban Regional Park (Afforestation Area)?with map

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

Blogger: FriendsAfforestation

Facebook group page : Users of the St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area

Facebook for the non profit Charity Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. FriendsAreas

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 )

Support using Canada Helps

For directions as to how to drive to “George Genereux” Urban Regional Park

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

Indigenous Achievement Week 2024: Celebrating Métis, First Nations, and Inuit Successes

Indigenous Achievement Week 2024: Celebrating Métis, First Nations, and Inuit Successes at the University of Saskatchewan and SDG Week 2024

Indigenous Achievement Week (IAW) is an annual event at the University of Saskatchewan that celebrates the achievements and contributions of Métis, First Nations, and Inuit students, staff, faculty, and alumni. This year’s IAW is scheduled for March 4 to 8, 2024.

The week begins with a grounding circle to start things off in a good way, acknowledging the significance of traditional Indigenous practices and values. Throughout the week, there are various events and activities to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of Indigenous individuals within the university community.

One of the highlights of IAW is the Indigenous Student Achievement Awards Ceremony, which takes place on Wednesday, March 6, at Marquis Hall. The awards honor Indigenous students for their academic achievement, community engagement, leadership, research, and resiliency. It’s an opportunity to celebrate the hard work and dedication of these students and to inspire others to follow in their footsteps.

Additionally, there are opportunities for learning and growth during IAW. For example, individuals can sign up for the 2024 Level 1 Indigenous Awareness Training: The History of Indigenous Peoples in Saskatchewan, which will take place in Regina on April 3. This training provides valuable insights into the history and culture of Indigenous peoples in Saskatchewan, promoting understanding and reconciliation.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic has also introduced a new Indigenous Student Success Strategy (2024-29) called ‘Wichitowin ahci kaskihtamâsowin ati nikan,’ which means ‘helping each other with success for the future’ in Michif. This strategy aims to support the academic and personal success of Indigenous students at the institution, reflecting a commitment to inclusivity and diversity.

Take part in the Treaty Learning Journey Series: Contemporary Treaty Issues Developed by the Office of the Treaty Commissioner, join us for the fourth installment of the Treaty Learning Journey series Department of Agriculture March 7.

IAW is an important opportunity to recognize and celebrate the achievements of Indigenous individuals within the university community. It’s a chance to honor their contributions, promote understanding, and inspire future generations to strive for excellence.

Red Osier Dogwood Cornus sericea. Part of Kinnikinnick herbal smoking mixture

Red Osier Dogwood Cornus sericea flower — Red Osier Dogwood Cornus sericea. Part of Kinnikinnick herbal smoking mixture

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

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

Where is the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area? with map

Where is the George Genereux Urban Regional Park (Afforestation Area)?with map

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

Blogger: FriendsAfforestation

Facebook group page : Users of the St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area

Facebook for the non profit Charity Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. FriendsAreas

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 )

Support using Canada Helps