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SUMMARY:Sabbath Hike (Cedar Haven) - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Sabbath Hike on Sunday\, May 4th for the perfect opportunity to get outside and experience God’s presence in creation through the seasons. \nTogether\, we will engage in the ancient practice of sabbath by going on a guided contemplative walk through the beautiful Cedar Haven landscape. All are welcome to join us! Please note that children must be accompanied by an adult. \nDue to low registration\, this event has been cancelled.\nHowever\, we will be hosting more Sabbath Hikes soon. Click here to sign up for our next one.\nMake a DonationSupport A Rocha OntarioPlease note that this is a FREE event. If you are interested in supporting A Rocha Ontario’s events and programs\, like this one\, please consider making an online donation.Make a Donation
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/sabbath-hike-cedar-haven-may-2025/
LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ON Special Events,Ontario
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SUMMARY:Church EarthKeepers Meet-Up (April 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Caleb Cray Haynes blends the heart of a pastor with the passion of a creation care advocate and practitioner. For many years\, he has been equipping God’s people in his writing\, speaking\, and podcasting to explore “what it means to be Christian on planet Earth.” Join us as we learn more about his work\, digging into soil\, and how he incorporates the care of creation into congregational life. \nThis month’s Church Earthkeepers Meetup will take place from 6pm to 7.15pm on Tuesday\, April 29th 2025. \nMore about the Monthly Church Earth keepers Meetup: \nAre you mobilizing your church to care for creation? Do you wish more people shared your interest? Then join like-minded folks for a Church Earth keepers Meet-Up. At these monthly sessions we’ll learn from each other by swapping stories as a way to encourage and equip us to catalyze earth keeping at church. Come prepared to share your ideas and to hear what works for others as we build a network of regular people working to care for creation within a local church setting. \nThese online gatherings will take place the last Tuesday of every month at 5 PM – 6.15 PM Pacific Time (8 PM – 9.15 PM Eastern Time). The following are the scheduled dates for the few next months: \n\nApril 29\nMay 27\nJune 24\nJuly 29\nAugust 26\nSeptember 30\n\nDetails including the Zoom link will be available upon registration. \n\nBuy Tickets on Eventbrite\n\nBuy Tickets
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/church-earthkeepers-meet-up-april-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:BC Conservation,BC Special Events,BC Volunteer Days,Brooksdale,Day Camps,Manitoba,MB Conservation,MB Special Events,MB Volunteer Days,Northern BC,ON Special Events,ON Volunteer Days,Online Programming,Ontario,Restoration Days,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Vernal Pools Workshop (Campbellville\, ON)
DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 26th (new date) for our Vernal Pools workshop\, led by local environmental educator and friend of A Rocha Ontario\, Mary-Ann Meyer.\nTogether\, we will explore these ephemeral habitats and their unique species with special adaptations and life histories while taking a hike in the Bruce Trail. We will be meeting at the Bruce Trail Parking Lot on Twiss Rd (7342 Twiss Rd\, Campbellville\, ON) at 10am ET. Our hike will last around 2 hours\, and we ask that you carpool with others as there is limited parking available. \nFor children under the age of 12\, please purchase a children’s ticket. Please note that all children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please register below. \nUpdate: Please note that this event has been rescheduled to Saturday\, April 26th.\nSliding Scale Pricing\nWe believe in the value of our programs and we know you do too! That’s why we have introduced sliding scale pricing this year; we are happy to have you come at any rate you select. Instead of a fixed fee\, you can choose from one of three fee options when registering: \n\nSubsidized Rate: Choose this one if cost is a barrier to you attending. We are able to offer this option due to the generosity of our supporters\, including donors and grants.\nTrue-Value Rate: This is what we estimate to be a fair cost for the event. It helps us cover costs of staff\, materials\, and other fees associated with running the event.\nPay-It-Forward Rate: Choose this one if you want to invest in the future of A Rocha programming and help others be able to come at the subsidized rate.\n\nBy offering tiered pricing\, we aim to balance affordability with sustainability\, making our programs accessible while also providing participants with an opportunity to support their community. If you have any questions\, please reach out to us at ontario@arocha.ca. \nREGISTER
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/vernal-pools-workshop-on/
LOCATION:Bruce Trail (Twiss Rd)\, 7342 Twiss Rd\, Campbellville\, ON\, L0P 1B0
CATEGORIES:Greater Toronto Area,Hamilton,ON Special Events,Ontario
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SUMMARY:Greenbelt Bruce Trail Hike (Burlington\, ON)
DESCRIPTION:Join us on March 29th for our Greenbelt Bruce Trail Hike\, led by friend of A Rocha Ontario and local expert of the Bruce Trail\, David Schuurman.\nOn this exploratory hike\, we will discover more about the Bruce Trail Conservancy\, Niagara Escarpment\, and the 2 million acres of protected land that makes up Ontario’s Greenbelt. We will also learn how to read the trail blazes\, discuss tips for doing an “End to End” on the Bruce Trail\, and learn about how we can impact the health and future of our essential Greenbelt. \nThis event is open to adults and families. Please register below. \nNote that all children must be accompanied by an adult. Children age 4 and under are eligible to attend for free but registration is still required; remember to select the “young child” ticket option. \nSliding Scale Pricing\nWe believe in the value of our programs and we know you do too! That’s why we have introduced sliding scale pricing this year; we are happy to have you come at any rate you select. Instead of a fixed fee\, you can choose from one of three fee options when registering: \n\nSubsidized Rate: Choose this one if cost is a barrier to you attending. We are able to offer this option due to the generosity of our supporters\, including donors and grants.\nTrue-Value Rate: This is what we estimate to be a fair cost for the event. It helps us cover costs of staff\, materials\, and other fees associated with running the event.\nPay-It-Forward Rate: Choose this one if you want to invest in the future of A Rocha programming and help others be able to come at the subsidized rate.\n\nBy offering tiered pricing\, we aim to balance affordability with sustainability\, making our programs accessible while also providing participants with an opportunity to support their community. If you have any questions\, please reach out to us at ontario@arocha.ca. \nREGISTER\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Thanks to the Greenbelt Foundation\nWith the support of the Greenbelt Foundation\, A Rocha Ontario is able to promote habitat conservation\, especially within Ontario’s Greenbelt\, through our projects\, programs\, and workshops. \nLearn more about Ontario’s Greenbelt at www.greenbelt.ca.
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/greenbelt-bruce-trail-hike-on/
LOCATION:City View Park (Bruce Trail)\, 2500 Kerns Rd\, Burlington\, Ontario\, L7P 1P8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Greater Toronto Area,Hamilton,ON Special Events,Ontario
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SUMMARY:Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Training Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in protecting your local forests? Have you ever wondered what you can do to practically help? We have an answer for you! Come to Cedar Haven on March 22nd from 10am-12pm for an A Rocha training session.\nWe will be focusing on identifying a forest pest called Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA). In this workshop\, you will learn the sampling protocol to survey for this insect and the steps you can take to report this devastating species. This insect is moving northward and threatening the health of Ontario Eastern Hemlock in Southern Ontario. If you live near places like Hamilton\, Guelph and Toronto we need your help to combat the invasion and protect our forest health! \nThis event is open to youth and adults age 16+. Please register below. \nSliding Scale Pricing\nWe believe in the value of our programs and we know you do too! That’s why we have introduced sliding scale pricing this year; we are happy to have you come at any rate you select. Instead of a fixed fee\, you can choose from one of three fee options when registering: \n\nSubsidized Rate: Choose this one if cost is a barrier to you attending. We are able to offer this option due to the generosity of our supporters\, including donors and grants.\nTrue-Value Rate: This is what we estimate to be a fair cost for the event. It helps us cover costs of staff\, materials\, and other fees associated with running the event.\nPay-It-Forward Rate: Choose this one if you want to invest in the future of A Rocha programming and help others be able to come at the subsidized rate.\n\nBy offering tiered pricing\, we aim to balance affordability with sustainability\, making our programs accessible while also providing participants with an opportunity to support their community. If you have any questions\, please reach out to us at ontario@arocha.ca. \nREGISTER
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/hemlock-training-workshop-on/
LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Greater Toronto Area,Hamilton,ON Special Events,Ontario
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SUMMARY:Church EarthKeepers Meet-Up (February 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Are you mobilizing your church to care for creation? Do you wish more people shared your interest? Then join like-minded folks for a Church Earthkeepers Meet-Up. At these monthly sessions we’ll learn from each other by swapping stories as a way to encourage and equip us to catalyze earthkeeping at church. Come prepared to share your ideas and to hear what works for others as we build a network of regular people working to care for creation within a local church setting.\nThese online gatherings will take place the last Tuesday of every month at 5 PM – 6:15 PM Pacific Time (8 PM – 9 PM Eastern Time). The following are the scheduled dates for the few next months: \n\nFebruary 25\nMarch 25\nApril 29\nMay 27\nJune 24\nJuly 29\n\nDetails including the Zoom link will be available upon registration. \n\nBuy Tickets on Eventbrite\n\nBuy Tickets
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/church-earthkeepers-meet-up-february-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:BC Conservation,BC Special Events,BC Volunteer Days,Brooksdale,Day Camps,Manitoba,MB Conservation,MB Special Events,MB Volunteer Days,Northern BC,ON Special Events,ON Volunteer Days,Online Programming,Ontario,Restoration Days,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250128T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250128T180000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032018
CREATED:20250117T101754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T102852Z
UID:48871-1738083600-1738087200@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Church EarthKeepers Meet-Up (January 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month meet-up with people mobilizing earthkeeping at churches. Are you mobilizing your church to care for creation? Do you wish more people shared your interest? Then join like-minded folks for a Church Earthkeepers Meet-Up. At these monthly sessions we’ll learn from each other by swapping stories as a way to encourage and equip us to catalyze earthkeeping at church. Come prepared to share your ideas and to hear what works for others as we build a network of regular people working to care for creation within a local church setting. \nThese online gatherings will take place the last Tuesday of every month at 5 PM – 6 PM Pacific Time (8 PM – 9 PM Eastern Time). The following are the scheduled dates for the few next months: \n\nJanuary 28\nFebruary 25\nMarch 25\nApril 29\nMay 27\nJune 24\n\nDetails including the Zoom link will be available upon registration. \n\nBuy Tickets on Eventbrite\n\nBuy Tickets
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/church-earthkeepers-meet-up-january-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:BC Conservation,BC Special Events,BC Volunteer Days,Brooksdale,Day Camps,Manitoba,MB Conservation,MB Special Events,MB Volunteer Days,ON Conservation,ON Special Events,ON Volunteer Days,Online Programming,Ontario,Restoration Days,Special Events
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CREATED:20241126T144229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T164049Z
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SUMMARY:A Rocha Ontario - Year in Review and Vision for the Future
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join the A Rocha Ontario team to reflect on our work over the past year and discuss the future of creation care. In this 1-hour virtual event\, we will provide updates about our work\, welcome your questions\, and discuss together the challenges and opportunities involved in caring for creation. \nLong-time supporters and those new to the A Rocha Ontario network are all welcome to this online event\, along with everyone in between \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to us at ontario@arocha.ca. \nRegististration is now closed.\nRegistered participants will recieve zoom instructions via email (please check your spam/junk folders). If you registered and do not recieve zoom insturctions by Tuesday\, January 14th\, please reach out to us at ontario@arocha.ca. \nMake a DonationSupport A Rocha OntarioIf you are interested in supporting A Rocha Ontario’s work\, please consider making an online donation.Make a Donation
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/ontario-year-in-review/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Greater Toronto Area,Hamilton,ON Special Events,Online Programming,Ontario,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241117T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241117T153000
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CREATED:20240924T132601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T211420Z
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SUMMARY:Churches Caring for Creation - An Idea Exchange (Hamilton\, ON)
DESCRIPTION:What can churches do to care for creation?\nChristian communities and their leaders are increasingly interested in making creation care a part of the way they serve God and neighbour. At a time of significant polarization and high anxiety\, this isn’t easy. If you would like to hear some of these stories\, stories of what works and what doesn’t\, please join us at St. Cuthbert’s in Westdale (Hamilton\, ON) for a warm afternoon of conversation and encouragement. This event takes place on November 17 from 1:30PM to 3:30PM ET\, and is a collaboration between St. Cuthbert’s\, TrueCity\, and A Rocha Ontario. Anyone interested is welcome to attend–whether you’re in a leadership role or not\, a member of a church or not–please come and join the conversation. \nSchedule\n1:30pm: Welcome & Opening Remarks (including a poetry reading by John Terpstra)\nJohn Terpstra will be reading How it all goes round\, accompanied by Bart Nameth on piano. \n2:00pm: Creation Care Stories with Guest Speakers\nAt this event\, we are excited to welcome guest speakers to open up discussion and share about their creation care experiences. Click here (or scroll down) to learn more about our awesome guest speakers: Deborah Lindeman\, Larry McClung\, Mark Hartley\, and Wayne Poole. \n2:40pm: Question & Response\n2:55pm: Break\n3:05pm: Small Group Discussions\nPlease register (for free) using the form below. \n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n            \n\n    \n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n        \n\n\n\n    \n    \n\nChurches Caring Creation - Registration\n\nRegistration for the Church's Churches Caring for Creation - Idea Exchange event is free! This event is a collaboration between St. Cuthbert’s\, TrueCity\, and A Rocha Ontario.All are welcome to participate! To register\, we ask that you please fill out each required sections of the form below. If you have any questions\, please reach out to us at ontario@arocha.ca.\n\nYour Name\n\n\nEmail Address\n\n\nWould you like to subscribe to A Rocha Ontario's E-Newsletter with the email above?Please select...\nYes\nNo\nAlready subscribed\n\n\nHow many attendees would you like to register?Please select...\n1\n2\n3\n4\n5\n\n\nPlease list the names of attendees being registered. If listing multiple attendees\, please separate names with a comma (ex. John Smith\, Jane Smith).\n\n\nWhat congregation are you from?\n\n\nAny questions or comments?\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Information \n  \n       \n \nMeet Our Guest Speakers\nDeborah Lindeman\n \nDeborah Lindeman is an avid birdwatcher\, naturalist\, and native plant gardener. She is a member of the Hamilton Naturalists’ Club and volunteers at the Royal Botanical Gardens with their natural land restoration and bird censuses. For the past couple years\, she has participated in the Creation Care group of Trinity Lutheran Church and has used this platform to share her concerns for the preservation and restoration of Hamilton’s natural spaces through articles\, talks\, and birdwatching outings. \nLarry McClung\n \nLarry McClung recently retired from a 44-year career in engineering\, virtually all of which was spent in the fields of energy conservation and renewable energy. Trained at McMaster\, after spending much of his career in Ottawa he now lives in Ancaster\, in a home heated by an air-source heat pump. Some highlights from Larry’s career include designing numerous off-grid solar power systems\, a leading role in the design of the solar-heated Drake Landing Solar Community (Okotoks\, AB\, 2007)\, helping to design Canada’s first Net Zero Energy townhomes (Kanata\, ON\, 2016) and serving as a technical advisor on thousands of MW’s of solar power generation plants across Canada and the United States\, including roughly one-third of the solar power plants now operating in Ontario. \nMark Hartley\n \nWater\, watersheds and all things therein have been an important part of Mark Hartley’s life\, both personally and professionally\, for over 40 years. His life changed dramatically 15 years ago when he started following Christ. As a watershed disciple\, he is passionate about spreading the message (workshops\, discipleship groups) of the immediate need for creation care (delegation\, tragedy\, restoration) and its importance as a gospel issue. \nWayne Poole\n \nWorking in Hamilton-Wentworth Region’s Environment Department in different capacities – water/wastewater lab.\, pollution abatement and pollution prevention outreach – gave Wayne Poole the incentive to continue to promote environmental awareness\, after retirement. \nWayne continued this outreach in his church and formed a group\, the Eco Churches of West Hamilton (EcoWHam)\, with like-minded individuals from other Dundas and West Hamilton churches.  This group collaborated with other environmental organizations – Environment Hamilton\, Hamilton 350\, Environmental Defence\, and others\, to take the environment message to our member congregations\, the Association of Dundas Churches\, and the greater community.  COVID brought about the dissolution of EcoWHam\, but Dundas churches carry on the message of environmental/climate change awareness. \nThe greatest challenge and frustration for Wayne has been climate change denial and indifference\, by so many\, towards this existential threat.
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/churches-caring-for-creation-an-idea-exchange-hamilton-on/
LOCATION:St. Cuthbert’s\, 2 Bond St N\, Hamilton\, ON\, L8S 3W1
CATEGORIES:Greater Toronto Area,ON Special Events,Ontario
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ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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CREATED:20240830T133458Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Tree Identification Workshop (Cedar Haven)
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy a cool morning at Cedar Haven learning about Tree identification in the colder months from our Conservation Coordinator\, Jeremy Petrusma! \nLearn how to use an identification key as well as quick tips and tricks to help you remember the trees we will encounter. If you want to not only expand your knowledge but grow in your appreciation for our native tree species this is the event for you! \nREGISTER BELOW
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/tree-identification-workshop-cedar-haven-nov-2024/
LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ON Special Events,Ontario
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240928T130000
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CREATED:20240912T142325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T143455Z
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SUMMARY:Canoe Exploration (Hamilton\, ON)
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that Hamilton’s own Cootes Paradise is one of the most biodiverse places in Canada? Join us as we play\, learn\, and explore in this unique ecosystem\, getting to know some species that find their way to Hamilton at this time of year.  \nPurchase a General Admission ticket to claim one of the seats in our canoes with local partner Element Canoes by registering below. You may also purchase a “Bring Your Own Canoe” ticket if you would like to attend with your own canoe. \nThis event is only open to adults (18+) \nPayment & Registration\nAfter purchasing your Eventbrite ticket(s)\, please make sure to also fill out the registration form below. \n\nRegistering more than one child?\n\n					\n						Purchase Ticket(s)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n					\n				\n					\n						Complete Registration Form (MANDATORY)\nRegistration Form\n\n					\n				If this program is cancelled due to low enrolment or health and safety restrictions\, payment will be fully refundable.
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/canoe-exploration-hamilton-on-sept-2024/
LOCATION:Princess Point Canoe Launch\, 335 Longwood Road North\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8S 3R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hamilton,ON Special Events,Ontario
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ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240924T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240924T180000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032018
CREATED:20240910T064445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T064445Z
UID:48106-1727197200-1727200800@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Church EarthKeepers Meet-Up (September 2024)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month meet-up with people mobilizing earthkeeping at churches. \nAre you mobilizing your church to care for creation? Do you wish more people shared your interest? Then join like-minded folks for a Church Earthkeepers Meet-Up. At these monthly sessions we’ll learn from each other by swapping stories as a way to encourage and equip us to catalyze earthkeeping at church. Come prepared to share your ideas and to hear what works for others as we build a network of regular people working to care for creation within a local church setting. \nThese online gatherings will take place the last Tuesday of every month at 5 PM – 6 PM Pacific Time (8 PM – 9 PM Eastern Time). The following are the scheduled dates for the next three months: \n\nSeptember 24\nOctober 29\nNovember 26\n\nDetails including the Zoom link will be available upon registration. \n\nBuy Tickets on Eventbrite\n\nBuy Tickets
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/church-earthkeepers-meet-up-september-2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:BC Conservation,BC Special Events,Brooksdale,Manitoba,MB Special Events,ON Special Events,Online Programming,Ontario,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240827T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240827T180000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032018
CREATED:20240806T190313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T182543Z
UID:47905-1724778000-1724781600@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Church EarthKeepers Meet-Up (August 2024)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month meet-up with people mobilizing earthkeeping at churches.\n\nAre you mobilizing your church to care for creation? Do you wish more people shared your interest? Then join like-minded folks for a Church Earthkeepers Meet-Up. At these monthly sessions we’ll learn from each other by swapping stories as a way to encourage and equip us to catalyze earthkeeping at church. Come prepared to share your ideas and to hear what works for others as we build a network of regular people working to care for creation within a local church setting. \nThese online gatherings will take place the last Tuesday of every month at 5 PM – 6 PM Pacific Time (8 PM – 9 PM Eastern Time). \nThe following are the scheduled dates for the next four months: \n\nAugust 27\nSeptember 24\nOctober 29\nNovember 26\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails including the Zoom link will be available upon registration. \n\n\nBuy Tickets on Eventbrite\n\nBuy Tickets
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/church-earthkeepers-meet-up-august-2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:BC Conservation,BC Special Events,Brooksdale,Manitoba,MB Special Events,Northern BC,ON Special Events,Online Programming,Ontario,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240820T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240820T210000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032018
CREATED:20240625T154612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T154612Z
UID:47667-1724180400-1724187600@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Tree Identification Workshop (Cedar Haven)
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy an evening at Cedar Haven learning about Tree identification from our Conservation Coordinator\, Jeremy Petrusma! \nLearn how to use an identification key as well as quick tips and tricks to help you remember the trees we will encounter. If you want to not only expand your knowledge but grow in your appreciation for our native tree species this is the event for you! \nREGISTER BELOW
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/tree-id-workshop-cedar-haven-aug-2024/
LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ON Special Events,Ontario
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ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240809T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240809T210000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032018
CREATED:20240710T135920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T182158Z
UID:47742-1723226400-1723237200@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Cedar Haven Social (Hamilton\, ON)
DESCRIPTION:Spend an evening with us at the Cedar Haven Eco-Centre to enjoy and explore the beauty of creation\, discuss creation care in our community and generally celebrate the summer season. \nLight refreshments will be available. \n\n					\n						\n\n					\n				\n					\n						This event will also feature a book discussion with author\, Leah Reesor-Keller. Around 7PM\, she will be joining us to discuss her recently released book “Tending Tomorrow: Courageous Change for People and Planet.” \n\n\n					\n				Please register (for free)\, using the form below\, to let us know that you’re coming and so that we can contact you about any potential changes to the event related to weather. \n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n            \n\n    \n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n        \n\n\n    \n    \n\nCedar Haven Social Registration\n\nRegistration for A Rocha Ontario's Cedar Haven Social event is free! To register\, we ask that you please fill out each required sections of the form below. If you have any questions\, please reach out to us at ontario@arocha.ca.\n\nYour Name\n\n\nEmail Address\n\n\nWould you like to subscribe to A Rocha Ontario's E-Newsletter with the email above?Please select...\nYes\nNo\nAlready subscribed\n\n\nHow many attendees would you like to register?Please select...\n1\n2\n3\n4\n5\n6\n7\n8\n9\n10\n\n\nIs this your first time participating in an A Rocha Ontario event or program?Please select...\nYes\nNo\n\n\nAny questions or comments?\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Information
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/cedar-haven-social-2024/
LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hamilton,ON Special Events,Ontario
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ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240807T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240807T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032018
CREATED:20240715T160642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T160642Z
UID:47755-1723021200-1723032000@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Explore Day - King's Forest (Hamilton\, ON)
DESCRIPTION:Join our Environmental Education staff and explore a section of forest in the lower east end of Hamilton! \nWe will explore life in the river and life in the forest. We will look for frogs\, learn how to make a nature boat\, spend time hiking\, exploring and playing together! \nOpen to children ages 7 – 12. \nPayment & Registration\nAfter purchasing your Eventbrite ticket(s)\, please make sure to also fill out the registration form below. \n\nRegistering more than one child?\n\n					\n						Purchase Ticket(s)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n					\n				\n					\n						Complete Registration Form (MANDATORY)\nRegistration Form\n\n					\n				If this program is cancelled due to low enrolment or health and safety restrictions\, payment will be fully refundable.
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/explore-day-kings-forest-hamilton-on/
LOCATION:Kings Forest (Greenhill Bowl Park Parking Lot)\, Hamilton\, Ontario
CATEGORIES:Explore Day,Hamilton,ON Special Events,Ontario
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ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240730T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240730T180000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032018
CREATED:20240717T210751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T211631Z
UID:47775-1722358800-1722362400@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Church EarthKeepers Meet-Up (July 2024)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month meet-up with people mobilizing earthkeeping at churches. \nAre you mobilizing your church to care for creation? Do you wish more people shared your interest? Then join like-minded folks for a Church Earthkeepers Meet-Up. At these monthly sessions we’ll learn from each other by swapping stories as a way to encourage and equip us to catalyze earthkeeping at church. Come prepared to share your ideas and to hear what works for others as we build a network of regular people working to care for creation within a local church setting. \nThese online gatherings will take place the last Tuesday of every month at 5 PM – 6 PM Pacific Time (8 PM – 9 PM Eastern Time). The following are the scheduled dates for the next five months: \n\nJuly 30\nAugust 27\nSeptember 24\nOctober 29\nNovember 26\n\nDetails including the Zoom link will be available upon registration. \n\nBuy Tickets on Eventbrite\n\nBuy Tickets
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/church-earthkeepers-meet-up-july-2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:BC Special Events,Brooksdale,Manitoba,MB Special Events,Northern BC,ON Special Events,Online Programming,Ontario,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240727T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240727T130000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032018
CREATED:20240715T164424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T132153Z
UID:47765-1722070800-1722085200@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Canoe Exploration (Hamilton\, ON)
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that Hamilton’s own Cootes’ Paradise is one of the most biodiverse places in Canada? Join us as we play\, learn\, and explore in this unique ecosystem\, getting to know some species that find their way to Hamilton at this time of year.  \nPurchase a General Admission ticket to claim one of the seats in our canoes with local partner Element Canoes by registering below. You may also purchase a “Bring Your Own Canoe” ticket if you would like to attend with your own canoe. \nOpen to young adults (ages 18+). \nPayment & Registration\nAfter purchasing your Eventbrite ticket(s)\, please make sure to also fill out the registration form below. \n\nRegistering more than one child?\n\n					\n						Purchase Ticket(s)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n					\n				\n					\n						Complete Registration Form (MANDATORY)\nRegistration Form\n\n					\n				If this program is cancelled due to low enrolment or health and safety restrictions\, payment will be fully refundable.
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/canoe-exploration-hamilton-on/
LOCATION:Princess Point Canoe Launch\, 335 Longwood Road North\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8S 3R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hamilton,ON Special Events,Ontario
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ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240622T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032018
CREATED:20240514T135950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T144242Z
UID:47117-1719050400-1719057600@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Dragonfly\, Damselfly and Butterfly Identification Workshop (Cedar Haven)
DESCRIPTION:Come and learn about Odonates (Dragonflies/damselflies) and Lepidoptera (butterflies) from an expert!  \nWe will be joined by a consulting biologist\, Brenda\, for a morning focused on sweep netting and identification. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to grow your ID skills and learn about their world! \nPlease note that registration is required for this event as there are limited spots available.  The cost of registration is $10/person. Children (under 18 years old) are welcome to attend this event for free\, but registeration of free “child tickets” is still required. \nREGISTER BELOW
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/dragonfly-damselfly-and-butterfly-identification-workshop-cedar-haven/
LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ON Special Events,Ontario
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ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240525T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240525T100000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032018
CREATED:20240514T135429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T135624Z
UID:47114-1716624000-1716631200@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Guided Bird Tour (Cedar Haven)
DESCRIPTION:Come on a guided bird tour with A Rocha at Cedar Haven! \nThis event will be co-lead by A Rocha’s Conservation Coordinator and a local Ecologist from Conservation Halton. Learn to recognize birds by sight and sound. We will get a chance to explore the different habitats and species found at Cedar Haven during spring migration! \nPlease note that registration is required for this event as there are limited spots available.  The cost of registration is $10/person. Children (under 18 years old) are welcome to attend this event for free\, but registration of free “child tickets” is still required. \nREGISTER BELOW
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/guided-bird-tour-cedar-haven/
LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ON Special Events,Ontario
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ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240504T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240504T160000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032018
CREATED:20240415T160215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T160215Z
UID:46221-1714831200-1714838400@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Spring Ephemeral Walk (Cedar Haven)
DESCRIPTION:Now is the brief time of year to see Spring Ephemerals that are emerging with the warmth!  \nThese flowers have adapted to emerge before trees develop all their leaves. They only last for a few weeks in the spring before they disappear again! If you are interested in learning more about these unique plants come to Cedar Haven on May 4th from 2pm – 4pm while we have an expert botanist lead us through a hike focused on our Spring Ephemerals. \nPlease note that registration is required for this event as there are limited spots available.  The cost of registration is $10/person. Children (under 18 years old) are welcome to attend this event for free\, but registeration of free “child tickets” is still required. \nREGISTER BELOW
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/spring-ephemeral-walk-cedar-haven/
LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ON Special Events,Ontario
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ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240319T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240319T203000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032018
CREATED:20240214T155542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T121959Z
UID:45348-1710876600-1710880200@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Building Backyard Biodiversity - Conservation Workshop (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Biodiversity loss is a signficant environmental challenge. To understand how people and communities can make difference\, we invite you to join A Rocha Ontario for this 1 hour virtual workshop on March 19th at 7:30PM ET! \nThrough this workshop\, we hope to inspire and equip more people to get involved in ecologicial restoration! This night will focus on practical steps you can take to build biodiversity\, starting this season\, right where you are. We will have the opportunity to hear from speakers about the habitat naturalization process and share ideas with each other. \nRegistration has now closed. Registered attendees will be able to recieve an email instructions about how to join the virtual worshop (via zoom). \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to us a on.conservation@arocha.ca. \nMake a DonationSupport A Rocha OntarioPlease note that this is a FREE event. If you are interested in supporting A Rocha Ontario’s events and programs\, like this one\, please consider making an online donation.Make a Donation
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/building-backyard-biodiversity/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Greater Toronto Area,Hamilton,ON Conservation,ON Special Events,Online Programming,Ontario,Ottawa
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ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240313T210000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032018
CREATED:20240131T154819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T165422Z
UID:45207-1710356400-1710363600@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Circles and the Cross - Book Launch (Guelph\, ON)
DESCRIPTION:Loren Wilkinson has recently released his new book\, Circles and the Cross: Cosmos\, Consciousness\, Christ and the Human Place in Creation! From our wonder at the miracle of the cosmos and the miracle of consciousness grow the three great trees of human culture: art\, science and religion. Circles and the Cross\nexplores how these three trees strengthen each other and our wholesome dwelling on Earth. As the forward by Peter Harris demonstrates\, Loren Wilkinson’s theology has been significant for many in the A Rocha community. \nJoin us in Guelph on March 13 at 7PM to hear from Loren and discuss his new book.  \nPlease note that this event will take place at Loyola House at the Ignatius Jesuit Centre. For more information\, please contact Greg Kennedy at gkennedy@ignatiusguelph.ca. \nThis event is co-sponsored by A Rocha Ontario and the Ignatius Jesuit Centre.
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/book-launch-guelph-on/
LOCATION:Ignatius Jesuit Centre – Loyola House\, 5420 Highway 6 North\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 6J2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ON Special Events,Ontario
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Book-Launch.png
ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240302T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240302T213000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032018
CREATED:20240131T215927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T181520Z
UID:45178-1709404200-1709415000@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:For the Beauty of the Earth: Artist Panel & Fundraiser (Hamilton\, ON)
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered about the connection between art and the natural world? Join us on March 2nd to explore the beauty of the earth with local artists! At this evening event\, we will delve into the ways art can both motivate and express care for creation. \nThis event will feature a panel discussion moderated by professional fine artist\, Josh Tiessen\, as well as updates and stories from the A Rocha Ontario team. There will be an opportunity to view and discuss local art as well to connect with the A Rocha community. Light refreshments will be available. \nPlease register using the form at the bottom of this page. \nPlease note\, as always\, the event is subject to change or cancellation due to weather conditions\, registration\, or other extraneous circumstances. \nMeet our Featured Artists\nJosh Tiessen (Moderator)\nJosh Tiessen is an international award-winning artist based in Stoney Creek\, ON. He is best known for his hyper-surreal shaped oil paintings\, which draw upon his studies in art history\, philosophy\, and eco-theology. Tiessen has exhibited his work since 2006 in over 100 shows including the National Gallery of Canada and prominent galleries from New York to Los Angeles. Featured in Huffington Post\, Forbes\, and Toronto Star for his art and philanthropy\, Tiessen is also a sought-after speaker and writer\, having been published in magazines such as Christianity Today’s Ekstasis. He is the author of two art monographs books\, including Streams in the Wasteland\, which features paintings and written commentary inspired by Isaiah and biblical themes of creation care. \nwww.joshtiessen.com \nHannah Mae Henry\nHannah Mae Henry is a storyteller and an advocate for the humans\, landscapes\, and wild creatures who cannot tell their stories themselves. Adept at conceptualizing\, directing\, filming\, and editing unique\, high-quality content\, Hannah works as a freelance filmmaker and currently makes conservation and education related content for A Rocha Canada. She hopes that through visual storytelling and advocacy\, folks would fall in love with the natural world and its inhabitants\, be moved to care for their people and places\, and experience hope for the earth.  \nwww.youtube.com/@hannahmaerose \nMegan Little (Panelist)\nMegan Little\, a versatile multimedia artist based in Hamilton\, ON\, crafts enchanting sculptures from paper\, wire\, and light and complements these with emotive works in various painting mediums. With a BA in Visual Arts from Houghton University and a Masters of Theological Studies from McMaster Divinity College\, Megan seamlessly integrates her artistic prowess with a vibrant\, biblically-grounded spiritual life by creating art coming out of her faith practice. Creation is often a source of inspiration for Megan\, whether through seeing more deeping when plein air painting or experiencing the journey of faith through the metaphors provided by the natural world.  \nwww.meganlittleart.com \nJohn Terpstra (Panelist)\nJohn Terpstra is a Hamilton poet\, writer and cabinetmaker. He is the author of ten books of poetry and four books of non-fiction. He often plays in that zone where human beings interact with nature – nature in the city\, not the country. The nature he gravitates toward is one that has some experience of us\, has had to live with us and our demands\, and is no longer pure or whole or perfect\, but still somehow manages to be itself – maybe even more than when it was “wild.” He is interested in how natural geography and built geography integrate and relate to each other. His most recent book\, Daylighting Chedoke\, is about a creek that runs beneath the streets of the city. One of his poems\, called “Giants\,” is mounted on a plaque that overlooks downtown Hamilton from the top of the Niagara Escarpment. \nwww.johnterpstra.com \nDiana Scholtens (Panelist)\nDiana Scholtens is a fibre artist and printmaker whose work is deeply rooted in her love for the natural world. Her artistic inspiration is drawn from the intricate connections between native flora and fauna\, and she expresses this relationship through her unique approach to textile art. Recently\, she has expanded her artistic horizons by experimenting with natural dyes and repurposed fabrics\, demonstrating a commitment to sustainable and eco-friendly practices. She does this to showcase an intimate interplay between the materials she uses and the subjects she portrays. At the thematic core of Diana’s work lies the biblical call to be ‘stewards of the garden.’ This theme serves as the guiding principle for her medium choices\, artistic practices\, and subject matter. As an artist\, she is committed to continuously evaluating the narrative she communicates through her creations\, striving to strike a balance between creativity and conscientious consideration of the ecological impact of her art. Through her art\, Diana Scholtens invites viewers to contemplate their role as stewards of the garden and encourages a deeper understanding of our interconnectedness with the environment. \ndiana.scholtens16@gmail.com \nRegister Below\n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n            \n\n    \n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n        \n\n\n\n    \n    \n\nFor the Beauty of the Earth - Registration (ARON)\n\nRegistration for this event is free! To register\, we ask that you please fill out each required sections of the form below. If you have any questions\, please reach out to us at ontario@arocha.ca.\n\nYour Name\n\n\nEmail Address\n\n\nWould you like to subscribe to A Rocha Ontario's E-Newsletter with the email above?Please select...\nYes\nNo\nAlready subscribed\n\n\nHow many attendees would you like to register?Please select...\n1\n2\n3\n4\n5\n\n\nAny questions or comments?\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Information
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/for-the-beauty-of-the-earth-hamilton-on/
LOCATION:LIFT Church\, 42 Royal Ave\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8S 2C4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hamilton,ON Special Events,Ontario
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ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240211T153000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032019
CREATED:20240116T150017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T155445Z
UID:45041-1707656400-1707665400@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Churches Caring for Creation - An Idea Exchange (Toronto\, ON)
DESCRIPTION:What can churches do to care for creation?\n The list of environmental challenges is long\, but increasingly faith communities are experimenting with new and exciting possibilities. If you would like to hear some of these stories\, exchange ideas\, and discuss roadblocks\, please join us at Timothy Eaton Memorial Church (Toronto\, ON) for a warm afternoon of conversation and encouragement. This event takes place on February 11th from 1PM – 3:30PM ET. We are grateful to collaborate with Timothy Eaton Memorial Church to co-host this event. \nPlease register (for free) using the form below. \n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n            \n\n    \n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n        \n\n\n\n    \n    \n\nEvent Registration (ARON)\n\nRegistration for A Rocha Ontario and Timothy Eaton Memorial Church's Churches Caring for Creation event is free! To register\, we ask that you please fill out each required sections of the form below. If you have any questions\, please reach out to us at ontario@arocha.ca.\n\nYour Name\n\n\nEmail Address\n\n\nWould you like to subscribe to A Rocha Ontario's E-Newsletter with the email above?Please select...\nYes\nNo\nAlready subscribed\n\n\nHow many attendees would you like to register?Please select...\n1\n2\n3\n4\n5\n\n\nPlease list the names of attendees being registered. If listing multiple attendees\, please separate names with a comma (ex. John Smith\, Jane Smith).\n\n\nWhat congregation are you from?\n\n\nAny questions or comments?\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Information
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/churches-caring-for-creation-toronto-on/
LOCATION:Timothy Eaton Memorial Church\, 230 St. Clair Avenue West\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4V 1R5 Most popular places at this addr
CATEGORIES:Greater Toronto Area,ON Special Events,Ontario
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ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032019
CREATED:20231121T230550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T141225Z
UID:44620-1702751400-1702758600@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Wild Church at Cedar Haven
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in our Winter Solstice Wild Church at Cedar Haven. Unfortunately\, as some of the event leaders are ill or have significant illness in their family\, we have had to cancel this event. \nWe would love to still see you\, though\, so consider signing up for our Winter Tree Identification Workshop.
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/winter-solstice-wild-church-2023/
LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hamilton,ON Special Events,Ontario
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Winter-Wild-Church-2023.png
ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231216T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032019
CREATED:20231129T161019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T154556Z
UID:44743-1702720800-1702728000@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Winter Tree Identification Workshop (Hamilton\, ON)
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in going deeper with your knowledge of the natural world? Our Conservation Coordinator (Jeremy) will be hosting a Winter Tree Identification Workshop at King’s Forest (Hamilton\, ON) from 10AM to 12PM. \nCome learn about common ID tips and the community of trees that make up our forests. We will be going on a walk throughout the property covering various habitats and learning about tree communities together. Whether you are new to the world of forests or a long time naturalist there will be something for everyone! \nPlease remember to dress for the weather and for some walking. If you have a tree identification guide or book\, we recommend bringing it along with you. \nPublic parking is available at the Greenhill Bowl Park Parking Lot. \nRSVP BELOW\nPlease RSVP to let us know you’re coming and to receive notification of any further instructions and possible weather-related changes to this event. \n\n\n\n\nMake a DonationSupport A Rocha OntarioPlease note that this is a FREE event. If you are interested in supporting A Rocha Ontario’s events and programs\, like this one\, please consider making an online donation.Make a Donation
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/winter-tree-identification-workshop-hamilton-on/
LOCATION:King’s Forest (Greenhill Bowl Park Parking Lot)
CATEGORIES:Hamilton,ON Conservation,ON Special Events,Ontario
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Winter-Tree-ID.png
ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231029T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032019
CREATED:20230929T140628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T141321Z
UID:44397-1698588000-1698595200@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Fall Sabbath Hike (Cedar Haven)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Fall Sabbath Hike for the perfect opportunity to get outside and experience God’s presence in creation through the seasons. Together\, we will engage in the ancient practice of sabbath by going on a guided contemplative walk through the beautiful Cedar Haven landscape. \nRSVP BELOW\nPlease RSVP to receive notification of possible weather-related changes to this event. \n\n\n\n\nMake a DonationSupport A Rocha OntarioPlease note that this is a FREE event. If you are interested in supporting A Rocha Ontario’s events and programs\, like this one\, please consider making an online donation.Make a Donation
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/fall-sabbath-hike-cedar-haven-2023/
LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ON Special Events,Ontario
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Fall-Sabbath-Hike.png
ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231021T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032019
CREATED:20230921T132527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T132527Z
UID:44301-1697893200-1697904000@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Tree Identification Workshop (Cedar Haven)
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in going deeper with your knowledge of the natural world? Our Conservation Coordinator (Jeremy) will be hosting a Tree Identification Workshop at the Cedar Haven Eco-Centre from 1PM – 4PM. \nCome learn about common ID tips and the community of trees that make up our forests. We will be going on a walk throughout the property covering various habitats and learning about tree communities together. Whether you are new to the world of forests or a long time naturalist there will be something for everyone! \nRSVP BELOW\nPlease RSVP to let us know you’re coming and to receive notification of possible weather-related changes to this event. \n\n\n\n\nMake a DonationSupport A Rocha OntarioPlease note that this is a FREE event. If you are interested in supporting A Rocha Ontario’s events and programs\, like this one\, please consider making an online donation.Make a Donation
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/tree-identification-workshop-cedar-haven-oct-2023/
LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ON Special Events,Ontario
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Tree-ID-Workshop-OCT.png
ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230923T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230923T110000
DTSTAMP:20260625T032019
CREATED:20230829T133537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T133537Z
UID:44161-1695463200-1695466800@arocha.ca
SUMMARY:Fall Equinox Wild Church (Cedar Haven)
DESCRIPTION:Ever thought that it would make sense to worship God outside—where the beauty of creation is obvious? A Rocha Ontario is happy to partner again with two local church leaders\, Nina Schuurman-Drenth and Rebecca Vendetti\, to host Wild Church on September 23rd to celebrate the upcoming fall equinox! Join us for a family-friendly liturgy of co-worshiping with God’s creation. Together\, we’ll gather\, pray\, wander\, contemplate\, and generally delight in the good world God has made. After the service\, there will be optional programming onsite. We encourage you to dress for the weather and bring something to sit on! \nPlease note that registration is required for this event so that we can contact you about any weather-related changes. As well\, due to limit parking availability\, we strongly recommend carpooling. \nPlease Register Below\n\n\n\n\nMake a DonationSupport A Rocha OntarioPlease note that this is a FREE event. If you are interested in supporting A Rocha Ontario’s events and programs\, like this one\, please consider making an online donation.Make a Donation
URL:https://arocha.ca/event/fall-wild-church-cedar-haven/
LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hamilton,ON Special Events,Ontario
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Fall-Wild-Church-2023.png
ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca
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