Citizen Science in Gatineau Park
Over the last few years A Rocha events in Ottawa have tended to be of an educational nature that involved an outdoor activity (e.g., wildflower walk) in Gatineau Park following by a [...]
Jesse Wildeman: Keeper of the Plants
Jesse has a BSc. in Forest Resource Management, and a background in tree planting, discipleship ministry, outdoor guiding and leadership training. Most recently, he acquired his certification in Permaculture Design. [...]
An Interview with Bob Cowin
What drew you to A Rocha? Curiosity. My daughter had given me a copy of the book about A Rocha Canada, Planted, and I was intrigued by the holistic picture [...]
Erin Smith: Beholder of Beauty
by Erin Smith (far right in photo) Three themes emerged during my summer agriculture internship. Beauty, Silliness and Humility. Arriving at A Rocha somewhat weary from a prolonged attempt at [...]
Emily Quinn Smyth: Community Builder
by Emily Quinn Smyth I came to A Rocha after studying for a Master of Science. I was stressed and just didn’t feel my heart in it. My arrival at [...]