Let’s Talk Outdoors SaskOutdoors

Leah and Derek talk with Kelsie Lorenz about how we can build a connection with plants, their lessons, and shares some ideas for including them in out daily life. She also builds shares about importance of plant connection, using nature connection with students, and shares stories of her experiences with plants and culture. 
Links to Instagram profiles that Kelsie references:
https://www.instagram.com/xalishmedicines/
https://www.instagram.com/themedicinecircle
https://www.instagram.com/herbalacademy/
https://www.instagram.com/shoporganicolivia
https://www.instagram.com/wildrosecollege
https://www.instagram.com/rosaleedelaforet/
 

Leah and Derek sit down with Daryl Sexsmith to talk canoeing. Daryl shares stories from his book, Always Another River. 
Always Another River
Star Phoenix - Paddler Daryl Sexsmith tells Saskatchewan stories from a canoe's-eye view

Join Leah and Derek as they sit down with Maxine Panchuk as she discusses teaching kindergarten, gardening and outdoor learning! Maxine in an avid gardener and teaches kindergarten at Buena Vista outdoor school in Saskatoon. 
First Book Canada Marketplace 
Saskatoon Horticultural Society 
Saskatoon Compost Coaches
Connect on Instagram

Join Derek and Leah as they talk with Greg Fenty about his 30+ years of experience working with various species of birds, bird research and bird banding in Saskatchewan. Greg also discusses the Bluebird Trail and his passion for Saskatoon's Young Naturalists Program. 
Saskatoon Young Naturalists Program
Bluebird Trail

Join Derek & Leah as they connect with Hugh Henry and Aditi Garg. Hugh and Aditi talk about Historic Walks and The Saskatchewan History and Folklore Society. They discuss the connections between these walks and education and potential collaborative efforts.
 
Resources
somethinggrand.ca
Geography of Blood - Candace Savage
The Saskatchewan History and Folklore Society
Treaty Land Sharing Network
Mary Smilie Podcast Episode
Network in Canadian History and Environment
Jane's Walks

Join Derek & Leah as they connect with Sophia Young. Sophia is the 2023 recipient of the SaskOutdoors Cydney Weir Youth Award.  Listen in to hear about her remarkable contributions to her community. 
Due to her passion for sustainability, equity, and the conservation of ecosystems, Sophia has founded and chaired the Miller4Nature Permaculture Club,  Sophia is a community builder, acting as a youth representative on the City of Regina Community Advisory Group. Sophia is now pursuing a career in environmental engineering to create sustainable and accessible futures.