Past Webinars & Events
September 19, 2023, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PT / 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. ET
Project Learning Tree Canada and Ducks Unlimited Canada are joining together to take you and your families or students on a journey to explore the world around you as Neighbourhood Naturalists.
This National Forest Week join our experts, James and Emily, to discover more information about the plants, wildlife and other fascinating aspects of the environment by using community science tools such as iNaturalist and Frogwatch!
Share your National Forest Week experience via social media using the hashtag #NationalForestWeek or #SemaineNationaleDeLArbreEtDesForets.
Please note that by registering for this webinar, you will be automatically added to PLT Canada’s and Ducks Unlimited Canada’s subscription lists. This will keep you posted with additional resources to support learning about the environment for K-12. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Learning outcomes
- Delve into the natural world to determine what biodiversity means, why it is important to the health of the planet and what threats it is currently facing around the globe.
- Discover what community science is, who it’s for and where you can find resources to get started on exploring the natural world around you as a community scientist.
Additional Resources
- PLT Canada’s Backyard Naturalist K-2 Activity from Explore Your Environment: K-8 Activity Guide
- PLT Canada’s Forest Quest
- Ducks Unlimited Canada’s educational resources
- Ducks Unlimited Canada’s Migration Tracker with iNaturalist
- iNaturalist’s Seek
- North American Butterfly Association
- NatureWatch’s FrogWatch
- Bird’s Canada Great Backyard Bird Count
Speakers
Emily Davidson, Interpretive Specialist, Ducks Unlimited Canada
Emily Davidson works as Ducks Unlimited Canada’s Interpretive Specialist out of the Harry J Enns Wetland Discovery Centre located at Oak Hammock Marsh, North of Winnipeg. Emily has a degree in Environmental Science from the University of Alberta and has worked as a Nature Interpreter for several years, both with Parks Canada and Ducks Unlimited Canada. In her role, she connects students to the wonders of wetlands through virtual programs as well as support teenagers in developing their conservation projects through the annual Caring for our Watershed contest in Manitoba.
James Thordarson, Coordinator of Forest Education, Project Learning Tree Canada
James Thordarson is the Coordinator of Forest Education at Project Learning Tree Canada. James has a Master of Science in Forestry from Lakehead University as well as an official designation as Registered Professional Forester in the province of Ontario. James works closely with educators and those in the forest and environment sector to create virtual and in person resources to teach students more about the forest.
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