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NatureQuest: Unveiling Biodiversity at Richard St. Barbe Afforestation Area
April 26 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm CST
Free
Unleash the power of nature in Saskatoon! Join Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. for an invigorating biodiversity recording and observation event – NatureQuest: Unveiling Biodiversity at Richard St. Barbe Afforestation Area (urban regional park) in Saskatoon, SK.
Date & Time: Friday, April 26, 2024, at 7:00 PM Directions to parking area P2
Overview: Embark on a thrilling adventure at the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area for the City Nature Challenge 2024 in Saskatoon. This event is a communal citizen-science effort to record the incredible variety of species within this unique urban oasis. It’s not just an exploration of nature; it’s an opportunity to engage with the environment, contribute valuable data for science and conservation, and have a lot of fun!
Why Join:
- Connect with Nature: Immerse yourself in the beauty of Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area, an urban refuge teeming with life.
- Meet Like-minded Explorers: Join naturalists, scientists, and fellow curious individuals for an exciting outdoor experience.
- Contribute to Science: Be part of a collective effort to uncover the diverse plants, animals, fungi, and organisms residing in this picturesque location.
- City Nature Challenge: Saskatoon aims to win the prestigious title of the most biodiverse city. Your participation is crucial!
- Heritage: Learn a bit about who Richard St. Barbe Baker was, and the beginnings of this afforestation area, a unique eco-tone in the prairies
Event Highlights:
- Snap Pictures (April 26-29): Record sounds, and Capture images of wild plants and animals using iNaturalist.
- Identification (April 30-May 5): Participate in identifying the discovered species during the challenge’s second stage.
Results Announcement: Witness the unveiling of results on Monday, May 6, 2024, showcasing Saskatoon’s unique biodiversity.
How to Participate: Whether you’re a seasoned naturalist or enjoy a leisurely stroll, everyone is welcome! It’s an easy, enjoyable way to explore the outdoors and showcase Saskatoon’s natural beauty.
Curious About What It Entails? Check out our iNaturalist YouTube What is It? You Found What Where? helping to document– any plant, animal, or sign of life in your city. Record audio or snap a picture with your smartphone and share your observations through iNaturalist or your city’s chosen platform. Signs of life observations are accepted too—anything that was once living or represents something living. These signs indicate the presence of life, leaving remnants like feathers, fur tufts, roadkill, bones, skeletons, partial skeletons, snake skins, teeth, insect prey in a spider web, spider webs, owl pellets, castings, turkey vulture or waterfowl regurgitation, insect frass or animal scat (poop) , bird or animal tracks, an empty or full chrysalis or cocoon, and more. It’s an opportunity to unveil the less obvious aspects of the region’s wildlife. 🎨🌳 #CNCYXE2024
Take action locally
It’s a fun challenge to take action on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15 (Life on Land) and United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 14 (Life Under Water). Documenting species at risk, engaging in early detection and rapid response for invasive species, and to document biodiversity which indicates to scientists species expansions and declines worldwide, and any changes in their habitat range helping to enrich knowledge for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities).
Fun Facts: Did you know the iNaturalist app acts as a nature journal and notes the location of the critter or plant? Plus, artificial intelligence provides suggestions based on your outdoor observations!
More Information: Learn more about the Saskatoon City Nature Challenge 2024 and join us in making it a work of art and science, showcasing Saskatoon’s natural splendor like never before! 🎨🌳 #CNCYXE2024 #AIArtNature
About Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas: We’re an environmental charity dedicated to preserving the biodiversity of Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area and George Genereux Urban Regional Park. Join us in empowering the community to protect and sustain our local environment. Be part of the NatureQuest and make a positive impact on Saskatoon’s natural heritage! 🌳📸
Thank you kindly to our sponsors, collaborators and partners SaskTel SaskPower, Saskatoon Nature Soecity, Nutana Community Association, Wild About Saskatoon, Varsity View Community Association, Rosewood Community Association, Montgomery Place Community Association. Event led by Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc.
www.friendsareas.ca
iNaturalist Project
https://tinyurl.com/t56dwpya
Saskatoon and Area City Nature Challenge
https://tinyurl.com/3rzxbj2d
