Wildwoods of Saskatoon Premiere Virtual Event October 24 at 7:00 CST

Wildwoods of Saskatoon Virtual Film YouTube or Zoom October 24 at 7:00 pm
Eventbrite page to sign up for the film viewing https://lnkd.in/e3W2kfxP

Wildwoods of Saskaton Film Pamphlet for Download for more information https://lnkd.in/eKqAkVgp

This heritage documentary will feature guest speakers who speak to the rich history and heritage of the two afforestation areas the 132 ha (326 acre) Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area and the 60 ha (148 acre) George Genereux Urban Regional Park planted to trees in 1972 under the Green Survival Program.

Wildwoods of Saskatoon Film Commemorate Oct 24 with us. Celebrate the 50th anniversaries of the afforestation areas AND UN World Development Information Day & International Day Against Climate Change
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#film #forest #friendsareas #Saskatoon #heritage #trees #movie #October24 #ClimateAction

A Tangible Legacy. History, Geology, Ecology, Ecosystem services, Sense of place, Opportunities. Protecting memories and visualizing dreams. Exploration of the symbiotic relationship of the diverse urban community being nurtured in nature at the Wildwoods of Saskatoon.

This is the 50th anniversary of both afforestation areas planted to trees in 1972! These forests, wetlands and greenspaces are semi-wilderness wildlife habitats in Saskatoon providing two amazing areas to balance environmental sustainability and conservation with social, physical, and mental benefits for health and wellness in a natural greenspace setting.

 

 

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