Our Forest Returns Saskatoon

 Frozen Trails and Wagging Tails: Dog Sledding Delight https://youtube.com/shorts/TUzRWrlJDx8?feature=share join us for an unforgettable adventure at the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area! Get ready to embark on a thrilling dog sledding journey through Saskatoon’s winter wonderland. Hosted by Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas, Battle River Kennel, and Eagle Ridge Sled Dog Kennel, this family-friendly event offers you a chance to: •    Experience the history of dog sledding, deeply rooted in First Nations and Métis culture. •    Meet the dogs and hear their incredible stories. •    Enjoy a 10-minute sled ride through the pristine forest with expert guides. Winter fun, breathtaking views, and heartwarming memories await! Dress warmly, and don’t forget to pre-register for this limited-capacity event. Saturday January 13, 2024 | 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Register Now at www.friendsareas.ca Three places to pre-register for tickets...

    Richard St. Barbe Baker OBE, Hon. LL.D. F.I.A.L., For. Dip. Cantab., ACF (9 October 1889 – 9 June 1982). Baker was a silviculturist, conservationist, environmental activist and prolific author, who contributed greatly to worldwide forest protection, reforestation and desert reclamation efforts.  Richard St. Barbe Baker, AKA Man of the Trees- was one of the first climate change activists in that he addressed the issues surrounding climate change before this reality was named and his life demonstrates how an individual can take extraordinary action for environmental education and protection. Baker was ahead of his time in many ways and he is an inspirational role model for our time. The organization he started in 1922, now known as the International Tree Foundation, and other successful international organizations and activities started by individuals inspired by him (E.g.: Plant-for-the-Planet and The Forest Trust) demonstrate this potential for inspired a...

  WinterCity YXE City of Saskatoon. The Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. non profit environmental charity celebrates WintercityYXE - Saskatoon's Winter Strategy and thanks the City of Saskatoon for approving the Winter Animation Fund . As recipients of the "Take It Outside" Grant, the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. announce their programming to enhance being "Outside Safely."  The Take It Outside Grant Program was created in 2020 to support organizations hosting COVID-19 safe outdoor activities. To enhance being " Outside Safely ," the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. (Friends) will promote and recommend safe outdoor activity along the 326-acre Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area (RSBBAA) Winter Trail Network. This will be done by producing a pamphlet for self-guided use of the trail network and providing Covid-19 appropriate, and much needed seating at assigned rest areas along...