LEED Green Associate Training, Nov. 19 (online)
USask students are invited to attend a LEED Green Associate training from 4-8:30 pm, Nov. 19. Check the CPAWS announcement for a discount code.
Ministry Research, Nov. 20 (online)
Learn about current wildlife research at the Saskatchewan Ministry of the Environment at the Wild Ecol Seminar at 3:30 pm, Nov. 20.
Oil, Noise & Songbirds, Nov. 24 (online)
There will be a discussion about the effects of oil development and anthropogenic noise on grassland songbirds at noon, Nov. 24, as part of SK PCAP’s Native Prairie Speaker Series.
Natural Ecosystems, Nov. 24 (online)
Branimir Gjetvaj will offer insights into ways to increase resilience of natural ecosystems in an online Sustainable Speakers series presentation from 7-8:30 pm, Nov. 24.
Winter Cycling 101, Nov. 24 (online)
Bridge City Bicycle Co-op and Saskatoon Cycles are offering tips and tricks on winter cycling at 7 pm, Nov. 24.
Arthropod Enthusiasts, Nov. 27 (online)
Arthropodata is offering a series of monthly webinars for arthropod and insect enthusiasts. The first webinar is from 1-2 pm, Nov. 27; register online. Follow Arhropodata on Twitter to stay up to date on speakers and seminars.
Looking Ahead
Teaching Outside in Cold Weather, Dec. 2 (online)
Presented by Green Teacher, 4 Saskatchewan-based teachers from different age groups will answer questions about practical approaches to teaching outside in cold weather at 6:30 pm, Dec. 2.
A full list of upcoming events (online and in person) can be found on the EcoFriendly Sask Calendar
Organizational Updates
The Prince Albert Parkland Permaculture Guild is looking for volunteers to help replenish and organize the seed library (Covid protocols will be observed).
The Saskatchewan Chapter of the Wildlife Society is encouraging wildlife and conservation professionals to purchase a membership to help keep the organization viable in a difficult period. Follow them on Facebook for the latest wildlife conservation news and events.
SOS Trees Coalition is looking for volunteers to join their planning committee for the 2021 Arbor Week celebration. If you’re interested, email trees@sostrees.ca.
In place of the traditional NatureCity Festival, Wild About Saskatoon will be launching the NatureCity Experience with adventure guides to local natural areas, a podcast, a potential speaker series, as well as contests, prizes, and posts to help build community.
Campus Corps, an offshoot of The Climate Reality Project Canada, offers university students an opportunity to lead climate action and raise ambitions on their campuses. Complete information is available on the Campus Corps website.
Local News
FSIN Vice-Chief Heather Bear says, “Not only in our region but throughout Canada, throughout North America, water is a resource that is so at risk right now because of industry.”
Fields with “messy” stuff – wetlands, wooded areas, fence rows, pastures – are more productive.
From Information to Action
The shipping of goods around the world produces more CO2 than the aviation industry. The industry must set a net-zero target for 2050 and a realistic plan to meet it.
Alberta has established principles of good practice for citizen science projects.
For the Young (and the Young at Heart)
Kids can explore sailing, coastal communities, and marine conservation virtually with Outdoor Council of Canada’s Ships2Shores.
Imaginative program adaptations – an online summer camp, streets for kids, and a park scavenger hunt.
Save the Earth with a Sketch - looks like fun and you could win a contest and get published as well.
Just for Fun
From a hippo herd to graceful seals, photographs remind us why conservation matters.
Dutch students have built a two-seater electric car made entirely from waste.
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