Visual Storytelling: Nature Photography for Awareness

Learn how to use the power of nature photography to raise awareness and tell compelling visual stories at our in-person event!

By Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc.

Date and time

Sat, Jun 29, 2024 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM CST

Location

George Genereux Urban Regional Park

Range Road 3063 Saskatoon, SK S0K 1V0 Canada

About this event

  • 2 hours

Visual Storytelling: Nature Photography for Awareness

Come join us for a day of capturing the beauty of nature through your lens at George Genereux Urban Regional Park! Learn how to use photography as a powerful tool for raising awareness about environmental issues. This in-person event will provide you with the skills and inspiration to tell compelling stories through your photographs. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned photographer, this event is perfect for anyone passionate about nature and storytelling. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to make a difference through your art!

Wilderness through the lens. National Nature Photography Day Celebration!

Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is perfect for all nature photography enthusiasts. Explore the park's stunning landscapes and wildlife, and learn new techniques from fellow photographers. Don't miss out on this opportunity to celebrate National Nature Photography Day in the great outdoors!

🌿 Capture the Beauty of Nature

🌎 Raising Awareness for Scleroderma

📷 Photography with Purpose

🔍 Explore Nature Photography Composition Techniques

🎉 Community Engagement

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About the ParticipACTION Community Challenge presented by Novo Nordisk

The Community Challenge is a national physical activity and sport initiative that encourages everyone in Canada to get active throughout June in search of Canada’s Most Active Community. The challenge is open to all communities and individuals, ultimately recognizing Canada’s Most Active Community (let us make it Saskatoon!) & awarding it with $100,000 to support local physical activity and sport initiatives. In addition to the national winner, there is also a prize for the most active community in each province & territory as well as weekly organization prizing to be awarded throughout June.

Take the pledge to be active this June as an individual.

Groups &organizations register to be eligible for the weekly prizes (Register in May to be eligible for the Early Bird Prize!

The ParticipACTION Community Challenge presented by Novo Nordisk is proudly funded by the Government of Canada, Novo Nordisk and supporting partner, Saputo, and locally supported by ParticipACTION and TD ParksPeople.

How can we help Saskatoon become Canada's Most Active Community to win the $100,000? 1.Register your organization, Win Amazing Weekly Prizes. 2.Take the pledge as an individual. 3. Network, and share

Share, cordially invite including but not limited to churches, schools, youth groups, long term care homes, sports groups, cultural organizations, community associations, varying abilities advocacy groups, businesses. The list is endless! Together We Move!

Download the Fit List Check out the diverse array of events in the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas, to inspire you this June, ParticipACTION Community Challenge month

Let's come together to capture the beauty of nature and raise awareness for Scleroderma through the lens of our cameras. See you there!

Picture the Impact, Picture the Change


George Genereux Urban Regional Park GPS 52.1089473,-106.7925807 http://www.friendsareas.ca/friends/GGURPmap.html Saskatoon, SK S0K 1V0 29 Jun, 2024 Saturday, 29 Jun 2024 2:00 PM (CDT) Add to my calendar

Volunteering

pre-event event Setup, Participant Welcoming, Conversational Engagement, Photography Documentation of event, Cleanup, Distributing information surveys.

friendsafforestation@gmail.com

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Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc.3063805368friendsafforestation@gmail.com George Genereux Urban Regional Park GPS 52.1089473,-106.7925807http://www.friendsareas.ca/friends/GGURPmap.htmlSaskatoon, SKS0K 1V0

About This Charity

About Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Our motto is Come to Nature Come to Life! Celebrate the life in nature and all its biodiversity, and relish health and wellness with amazing activity. Come out to the 326 acre Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area with all it walking trails, or to the 148 acre George Genereux Urban Regional Park. But that is not all, Be active where you are, gardening, walking the dog, or to the corner store. Get your senior’s group, sports team, place of employment registered for prizes! Help us to honour the Father of the College of Kinesiology AND the Father of Canada’s ParticpACTION, Professor Emeritus Don Bailey, friend of George Genereux, Olympic gold medalist. Download the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Fit List and Events being planned throughout June Sneak Preview!

http://www.friendsareas.ca/events/ParticipACTION.html

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Support the non profit group The Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc

Join 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 the Information Services Canada (ISC) Saskatchewan, under entity number 102084283.

The Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Area's goals are to increase the safety and preservation of the afforestation areas as outlined here.  

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.