CNCYXE Sorting out noxious invasives from beneficial pollinator species

Support the non profit groupThe Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas IncJoin the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas, a non-profit environmental charity dedicated to protecting and enhancing the Richard St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area and George Genereux Urban Regional Park in Saskatoon. Our mission is to safeguard these vital green spaces while educating the public about their ecological significance and fostering a deep connection to nature.Explore the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the afforestation areas by participating in our guided tours, webinars, and educational events. Learn about the rich biodiversity of these sites and discover the benefits of spending time in nature for your health and well-being.Through our initiatives, we advocate for environmental stewardship and take action to protect these areas from illegal dumping and other threats. Join us in our community clean-ups and restoration projects to make a tangible difference in preserving these treasured landscapes.At the heart of our organization is the belief that by reconnecting with nature, we can improve both individual health and the health of our planet. Join us in our mission to protect and cherish the Saskatoon afforestation areas for generations to come. Together, we can make a positive impact on our environment and create a more sustainable future.The Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc.is a not – for – profit incorporation registered with theInformation Services Canada (ISC) Saskatchewan, under entity number 102084283.TheFriends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Area's goalsare to increase the safety and preservation of the afforestation areas as outlinedhere.As incorporated entities with an unique identity, Friends are governed by board members; and have customized organizational by-laws and letters patent.  Friends work locally with the City of Saskatoon park superintendent, MVA guidance, and other park liaisons as designated by the park superintendent. In Ontario, there are many, many Friends of the Park organizations, working together collaboratively to achieve mutually beneficial objectives.

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City Nature Challenge using iNaturalist App to support vital conservation

Title: City Nature Challenge Saskatoon and Area CNC YXE. Sorting out noxious invasives from beneficial pollinator species.Speaker: Julia Adamson, Chair, Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc.Summary: Help put the City of Saskatoon and area on the world nature scene! Using the free iNaturalist app take photos of plants, animals, insects and mushrooms between April 29 - May 2, 2022 to compete for the title of the most Biodiverse City. Take part in the <a href="https://stbarbebaker.wordpress.com/cnc-yxe-2022-dnu-city-nature-challenge-2022-saskatoon-sk-defi-nature-urbaine/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">#CNC #CityNatureChallenge YXE Saskatoon and Area. </a>Observations made on iNaturalist from April 29 – May 2 will play a part in helping to shape conservation efforts, assist with scientific studies and land management in our local area! iNaturalist is an amazing resource for identification of observations as it combines computer vision technology with social networking to specialist scientists around the world. It is a powerful tool to correctly sort out invasives and native pollinator species which may be similar.About the Presenter:Julia Adamson is chair of the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc., a researcher, and writer with an education in Engineering who has been helping to document the environment and status of 474 acres of urban forest at Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area and George Genereux Urban Regional Park in Saskatoon. Both of these local parks were formed at the same time as Cranberry Flats and Chief Whitecap Park, and yet the afforestation areas have remained Saskatoon's best kept secrets. Through citizen science fieldwork on inaturalist and eBird, noxious invasives have been identified and removed, and over 20 species at risk have been identified in these semi-wilderness habitats. This is a great segway to celebrate the United Nations 2021–2030 United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration, and take action to support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities, UN SDG 15 Life on Land and the UN SDG 13 Climate Action. Since 2015 the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas have been working with the City of Saskatoon and Meewasin for best practices, and iNaturalist is a great tool. We love to encourage everyone to talk about trees, forests, and preserving our native species in Saskatchewan.

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