Our Forest Returns Saskatoon

 Picture this: You’re standing in a field, playing the classic “I spy with my little eye” game, and there it is—something red. Maybe it’s a flash of fiery color in the sky. Or a little critter with a crimson touch.    Red, it turns out, is everywhere in nature, and when you’re out in the wild, there’s a lot more to this color than just its appearance. Red is often linked to boldness and danger, but also to beauty, vibrancy, and sometimes a touch of mystery. When you think of red in nature, what comes to mind? Perhaps it’s a male woodpecker, rocking a bright red tuft atop its head. Or maybe it’s the lady beetle, decked out in its signature scarlet shell. How about the red and blue checkered beetle? It’s like a walking party on six legs. And we can’t forget the endless sea of red flowers—petals as rich as rubies, filling the air with a scent of spring and hope.    But hold on, there’s something even more mind-blowing waiting for you—have you ever seen the slime m...

  🎉🐞 Show Us Your SPOTS! 🐸🌿 #CNCYXE2025 Spotted a ladybug lately? Noticed a Northern Flicker’s speckled wings or a frog with funky dots? 👀 This Easter break, join us in celebrating Earth Month’s 55th birthday AND the 10th anniversary of the City Nature Challenge with a fun twist — spotting spots in nature! 📆 April 25–28, 2025 📱 Use the iNaturalist app to document anything wild with spots — insects, birds, fungi, plants, you name it! Even leaves with egg spots count! Whether you're in your yard, on the bus, or strolling through your neighbourhood park, your observations matter. ✨ FREE EVENTS happening in Saskatoon — come to one or come to all! 🐦 From beetles to birds, mushrooms to moose (okay maybe not spotted moose...), there’s biodiversity everywhere just waiting to be discovered by YOU. 📸 Snap it, record it, and upload it with tags #CNCYXE2025 and #spotty Let’s show the world Saskatoon’s spottiest side and celebrate spring the natural way! 🌼 🎉 Come ...

Nature. It’s a world filled with beauty, wonder, and, let’s face it, some downright hilarious moments. While you’re out exploring your local park or hiking along a winding trail, who knows what delightful, quirky, and downright silly observations you might make? With iNaturalist, nature walks have never been more fun. In fact, the app opens up a whole new world of hilarity and excitement, allowing nature enthusiasts like you to document the weirdest, wackiest, and most humorous discoveries you encounter. As we gear up for Earth Month’s 55th birthday and celebrate the 10th anniversary of the City Nature Challenge (CNC) from April 25-28, 2025, there’s no better time to join the fun. Whether you’re out exploring during Easter break (April 19–27) or enjoying some weekend relaxation, iNaturalist gives you the chance to document and share the bizarre and delightful organisms that inhabit the world around us. Hilarious, Cool, and Wacky Moments in Nature You Can’t Miss ...

  🌿 Gratitude Amidst the Wild 🌿 A heartfelt thank you to the volunteers and naturalists of the City Nature Challenge, whose quiet dedication brings us closer to the wonders of our land. From April 25-28, 2025, we’ll walk with you again, side by side, listening to nature’s whispers and caring for what we can never truly own. Thanks to SaskTel, SaskPower, SaskEnergy, the Saskatoon Nature Society, and “Wild About Saskatoon” for your unwavering support in making this vision a reality. Together, we help the pulse of life thrive. 🌱 https://stbarbebaker.wordpress.com/2025/04/09/gratitude-amidst-the-wild/ #CityNatureChallenge #Gratitude #NatureLovers #Saskatoon #PoetryMonth #Volunteers #EnvironmentalStewardship #LoveForTheLand   Gratitude Amidst the Wild For the City Nature Challenge Volunteer s There are moments, fleeting, when the earth hums its quiet tune— a bird’s wing cutting through morning light, a leaf trembling on the edge of the breeze. In these moments, we ga...

  Gratitude in Action: Connecting with Nature and Community for the City Nature Challenge 2025 Tune into Rogers tv on “Community Shorts”, which repeats several times daily throughout the week or click; City Nature Challenge Saskatoon 2025 / UNEP accreditation Rogers tv Community Shorts As spring begins to stir, bringing with it the promise of renewal and growth, we find ourselves reflecting on the importance of connection—both to the land and to each other. It is in moments of collective effort, rooted in shared purpose, that we find the true essence of community. In this spirit, we would like to extend our deepest thanks to those whose contributions have made the City Nature Challenge Saskatoon 2025 a reality. At the heart of this effort is a singular, transformative opportunity: to connect with nature during the Spring Easter Break, to explore the wilds of Saskatoon, and to document the diversity of life that surrounds us. But the true beauty of this initiat...

  We, the keepers of the afforestation, who tend the green places where the trees hum, and the wild grasses bow in the wind, we rise up in quiet awe, watching you— Wild About Saskatoon — a steady breath of solidarity, unfolding like the first tender leaf of spring. You, whose hearts are rooted deep in this land, whose eyes, trained to see the smallest of wonders, offer your hands in friendship, in support, in partnership. How quietly you have worked beside us, walking in the brush and the quiet places, guiding the Saskatoon nature discoveries with such patient care, with such joy, so that all may see what we see in the tangled roots of trees, in the rustle of leaves, in the flight of birds. From April 25 to April 28, 2025, we will walk together, side by side with you, along trails where the sun filters through the new leaves, where the river dances over the rocks, and the world whispers its secrets. We, the organizers, your fellow dreamers and protectors of wild things, hol...

Picture this: You’re strolling through your neighborhood or hiking along your favorite nature trail, when suddenly—WHAMMO! You spot a plant that looks almost like a superhero wearing a cape, an insect that’s clearly been taking its morning coffee a little too seriously, or a bird trying desperately to blend in with a tree. What do you do? Whip out your phone, snap a pic, and upload it to the iNaturalist app , of course! Welcome to the quirky, comical, and totally unpredictable world of wildlife observation during the City Nature Challenge (CNC YXE) ! This year’s City Nature Challenge (April 25–April 28, 2025) is coming up, and trust us—this is your golden opportunity to connect with nature in the most fun and hilarious way possible. The CNC isn’t just about collecting data on wildlife—it’s about celebrating nature’s weird, wacky, and wonderful quirks. Whether you’re an experienced naturalist or just someone who loves a good laugh, iNaturalist will take you on a wild r...

  🌿 🐦 Get Ready for a Hilarious & Heartwarming Nature Adventure! 🦋 🌻 Join us for the City Nature Challenge (CNC YXE) and explore the wild side of nature with iNaturalist! Here’s a sneak peek of the quirky, funny, and sometimes downright bizarre discoveries waiting for you: ✨ Did you know a group of porcupines is called a “prickle”? ✨ Ever wondered if deer could moonwalk? You might just find out! ✨ Funny animal homes—birds nesting in shoes, ants with unexpected real estate. ✨ Who’s the fastest in the wild? Those dragonflies are basically the F1 of insects! 🏁 ✨ And yes, those frogs with the cutest faces—you’ll melt! 💚 Want more laughs? From mysterious creatures in unexpected places to weird backyard critters, nature never fails to surprise. 🌳 How to Join the Fun: Download iNaturalist (Available on iOS & Android). Record your observations during the CNC (April 25–28, 2025). Help identify species (April 29–May 4, 2025). Have fun! It’s all about connecting with natu...