BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//A Rocha - ECPv6.15.19//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:A Rocha X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://arocha.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for A Rocha REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Winnipeg BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250523T000100 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250524T235900 DTSTAMP:20260420T191548 CREATED:20250415T215201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T232931Z UID:49674-1747958460-1748131140@arocha.ca SUMMARY:2025 Bird Blitz (Houston\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Join local birders to count as many species of birds as we can in a 48 hour period. Count birds at your feeders\, on your walks\, during your activities or at an official A Rocha event and report them to the “2025 Bird Blitz Houston BC” project on iNaturalist: https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/2025-bird-blitz-houston-bc \nCLICK HERE to let us know you’re participating! \nA Rocha Events: \nThursday\, May 22 \n7:00 pm – Join local naturalist Cindy Verbeek @ Buck Creek Hatchery and Nature Centre in Houston for a slide presentation of the Birds of Houston as seen during bird blitzes for the past decade . \nFriday\, May 23 \n12:01 am – Let the counting begin. \n6 pm – “How to Bird” Walk for families @ Silverthorne Lake. \nJoin Mrs. Cindy for a hike around Silverthorne lake to learn tips and trick for bird watching. \n7 pm – Drop In Bird Watching \nBring your family and meet at the new viewing platform at the Houston Duck Pond for this family friendly drop in event to spot spring birds at the Duck Pond. \nSaturday\, May 27 \n7 am – Bird Nerds Unite \nBirders meet at the Nature Centre to create teams and coordinate locations for the day. (The team with the most recorded species will win a prize.) \n9 am – Vallee Lake Birding Hike \nJoin Bulkley Valley Naturalists for a rigorous birding adventure around Vallee Lake led by local naturalist Frank MacDonald. Geared towards intermediate and advanced bird watchers. \n5 pm – Wrap-up Campfire \nJoin us for some treats around a campfire at the Nature Centre to tally the count for the day\, find out who wins the prize for the most species counted and hear stories of birding in the Bulkley Valley by local bird watchers. \n12:00 Midnight – Last records accepted for official count. URL:https://arocha.ca/event/2025-bird-blitz-houston-bc/ LOCATION:Buck Creek Hatchery and Nature Centre\, 3125 Highway 16\, Houston\, British Columbia\, V0J 1Z0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Northern BC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Bird-Blitz-2-May-15-2024-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Northern BC":MAILTO:houston.bc@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T200000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191548 CREATED:20250505T201458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T201458Z UID:49825-1746887400-1746907200@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk\, Supper and Evening Program (Ottawa/Gatineau\, ON) DESCRIPTION:Join A Rocha Ottawa for our Annual Wild Flower Walk\, Potluck Supper and Evening Program!\nIf you are unable to the afternoon activities\, feel free to join us for supper and the evening program. \nSchedule:\n2:30 pm Wildflower Walk\nJoin us in Gatineau Park for a walk along the Lauriault Trail. Features of this trail include spring wildflowers\, Mulvihill Lake\, a view of the Ottawa Valley\, a waterfall\, and the ruins at the Mackenzie King Estate. Meet at the Mackenzie King Estate (Parking Lot 6) any time after 2:00 pm for a 2:30 pm departure time for the walk. (Please email Paul at paul.heintzman@arocha.ca if you need a ride or if you need directions). \n5:30 pm Potluck Supper (at 264 Kingsmere)\nPlease RSVP and let us know what you plan to bring so that we can plan accordingly. \n7:00 pm Evening Program: Blessing of the A Rocha Garden\nWe will have an A Rocha garden blessing. \nPlease RSVP paul.heintzman@arocha.ca to let us know if you will be attending and what you will be bringing for the potluck supper. URL:https://arocha.ca/event/wildflower-walk-ottawa-on-2025/ LOCATION:Ontario CATEGORIES:Ontario,Ottawa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Wildflower-Walk-2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ottawa":MAILTO:paul.heintzman@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T110000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191548 CREATED:20250326T134349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T134349Z UID:49405-1746862200-1746874800@arocha.ca SUMMARY:John Stott Birding Day 2025 (Cedar Haven) DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 10th is John Stott Memorial Birding Day! On this day\, we celebrate a great friend and supporter of A Rocha\, John Stott. John is remembered as a theologian\, pastor and avid birdwatcher. So to honour his legacy\, we are welcoming all to join us for a morning of recreational birding at the Cedar Haven Eco-Centre!\nTo ensure that everyone\, regardless of experience level\, is able to participate in and enjoy this day to the fullest\, we are offering 2 sessions for this event: the Early Bird(er) and the Flock. Each session will be roughly 2 hours long. \n\nThe Early Bird(er) session\, led by our Conservation Coordinator (Jeremy Petrusma)\, will begin at 7:30am and is designed for experienced birders. This session will feature a quieter\, guided bird walk around the property that will allow for more focused and peaceful observation of the birds onsite.\nThe Flock session\, led by our Environmental Education Coordinator (Amy Donais)\, will begin at 9am and is designed for new birders and families. This session will be very beginner-friendly! It will begin with an orientation to birding including learning how to use field guides and learning about birding etiquette. This session will also include a guided bird walk and other optional activities for children and families.\n\nThis event is open to adults and families. Please note that all children must be accompanied by an adult. \nRegister FOR FREE below! Be sure to select the ticket that corresponds with your preferred session: Early Bird(er) or the Flock. \nREGISTER BELOW\n\n\n\n\nFor more information about John Stott and this day\, check out the John Stott Birding Day website. \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/john-stott-birding-day-on-2025/ 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/2024/05/Guided-Bird-Tour.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250510 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250511 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250407T212545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T212744Z UID:49530-1746835200-1746921599@arocha.ca SUMMARY:John Stott Memorial Birding Day 2025 (Manitoba) DESCRIPTION:The John Stott memorial birding day is a global one-day event run by A Rocha on May 10\, 2025 to commemorate and celebrate A Rocha’s great friend and supporter John Stott’s legacy as a theologian\, pastor and birdwatcher in his centenary year. Whether you are a novice or an expert birder\, we invite you to join friends old and new to head into the great outdoors and enjoy the birds wherever you are in God’s good creation. For more information on this day check out the John Stott Birding Day website. \nThis year we will be offering two options for the birding day. Please register below for the option you would like to attend: \n\nBoreal Ecology Centre: recreational birding\, outdoor picnic lunch together\, and walking the trails.\nMeet at 9 am at the centre (East Braintree\, MB)\nOur aim will be to walk as many of the trails on the property as we can\, so be sure to come equipped with proper hiking gear. This includes layers\, waterproof hiking shoes or boots\, hiking poles\, and backpack. Binoculars are also an asset – bring a pair if you have them.Please bring your own bag lunch.\nAssiniboine Park: Join John Weier and Rich Boyd for a bird walk.\nMeet at 7:30 am at the gates to the English Garden. The walk will be a couple of hours.\n\nPlease RSVP so we know how many folks to expect! URL:https://arocha.ca/event/john-stott-memorial-birding-day-2025-manitoba/ LOCATION:Ontario CATEGORIES:Boreal Ecology Centre,Manitoba,MB Conservation,MB Volunteer Days,Winnipeg ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/John-Stott-Eventbrite.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250415T153341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T174958Z UID:49645-1746367200-1746374400@arocha.ca 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 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250212T171426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T151742Z UID:49053-1746262800-1746284400@arocha.ca SUMMARY:EarthKeepers Club (May 2025) DESCRIPTION:The EarthKeepers Club is a space for youth (ages 12-16) to connect with others their age that have similar interests in the environment and conservation. An example of a typical day might look like a work project to remove invasive species in the morning\, followed by a discussion over lunch about what it means to be a good steward\, and wrapping up by catching and identifying dragonflies in the afternoon. Through this program\, we aim to make a tangible impact and have fun along the way! \nThe EarthKeepers Club currently has no cost to join and runs from April-November\, usually on the second Saturday of each month. We are able to offer 3 volunteer hours for high school students that participate in a program day \nRegistration\nBook your ticket to let us know you’re coming! If this is your first time participating in the EarthKeepers Club in 2025\, please also complete the registration form below. \n\n \n Book Ticket(s)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Complete Registration Form\nRegistration Form URL:https://arocha.ca/event/earthkeepers-club-may-2025/ LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada CATEGORIES:EarthKeepers Club,ON Conservation,Ontario ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/EKC-2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250429T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250429T191500 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250409T215517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T233851Z UID:49579-1745949600-1745954100@arocha.ca 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Day-1-Sessions-by-Tim-Hall001-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250414T145002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T125841Z UID:49632-1745769600-1745773200@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Good Seed Sunday Service (Ottawa\, ON) DESCRIPTION:Sing\, pray and reflect on creation care!\nThe Trinity Anglican’s Connect Service and A Rocha Ottawa are hosting Good Seed Sunday Service on April 27th\, 2025 at 4PM. Join us at the Trinity Anglican Church (1230 Bank Street\, Ottawa) for a time to celebrate and care for creation following Earth Day! For additional information\, please contact paul.heintzman@arocha.ca. \nAbout A Rocha\nA Rocha is an international Christian organization which\, inspired by God’s love\, engages in scientific research\, environmental education\, community-based conservation projects and sustainable agriculture. \nAbout Good Seed Sunday\nHeld on the Sunday following Earth Day\, Good Seed Sunday is a time for Christians across Canada to honour the Creator as they celebrate and care for creation. Find out more here. URL:https://arocha.ca/event/good-seed-sunday-service-ottawa-on-2025/ LOCATION:Trinity Anglican Church\, 1230 Bank Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 3Y3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Ontario,Ottawa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Good-Seed-Sunday-Service-2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ottawa":MAILTO:paul.heintzman@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250305T150016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T144214Z UID:49266-1745661600-1745668800@arocha.ca 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Vernal-Pools-Workshop.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250423 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250628 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20241217T151857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T162110Z UID:48718-1745366400-1751068799@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Nature Academy - Spring 2025 DESCRIPTION:An outdoor school for hands-on science\, inquiry-led and place-based nature exploration where we teach children to wonder\, love and care for the earth. Learn more. \nThis spring\, we are offering a Wednesday session of Nature Academy for students in JK – Grade 6 (Clouds\, Dreys\, Sleuths and Kettles classes)\, and a Friday session for students in JK – Grade 2 (Clouds and Dreys classes). If you have any questions about this program\, please reach out to us at nature.academy@arocha.ca. \nRegistration for the 2025 spring term will open on Monday\, January 27th at 8am.\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. \nSign UpJoin Our Waitlist!\nIf you were unable to register your child(ren) in this term of Nature Academy\, please complete this form to join our wailtlist. If spaces become available in this program\, those on the waitlist will be notified. \nSign UpMake a DonationSupport Environmental Education in Ontario\nHelp support A Rocha Ontario’s environmental education work by making a donation! Your donation will support the staff time\, equipment\, and programming costs associated with our environmental education programs and events (like Nature Academy). With your support\, our team can offer accessible outdoor experiences that promote ecological literacy and environmental stewardship \nMake a Donation URL:https://arocha.ca/event/nature-academy-spring-2025/ LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Nature Academy,Ontario ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/DSC_6832-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250416T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250528T223000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250402T000311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T212751Z UID:49474-1744792200-1748471400@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Wednesday Morning Bird Walks (Houston\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Join us Wednesday mornings for a springtime search for our feathered friends as we identify birds by sight and song! All birders welcome! \nDress warmly for cool mornings. Some binoculars available to borrow. \nDates & Locations \nApril 16: Houston Duck Pond (Meet at Gillespie Road Entrance) \nApril 23: Nature Centre Trail (Meet at Buck Creek Hatchery and Nature Centre) \nApril 30: Houston Duck Pond (Meet at Gillespie Road Entrance) \nMay 7: Private Location (Meet at Buck Creek Hatchery and Nature Centre) \nMay 14: Houston Duck Pond (Meet at Gillespie Road Entrance) \nMay 21: A walk through “Narnia” (Meet at Barret Hat Trail Parking Lot) \nMay 23/24: Join us for our Annual Bird Blitz – contact us for information \nMay 28: Old Pines Nature Trail (Meet at trailhead) \nMost walks will last approximately 1.5-2 hours\, depending how good the birding is! \nFor Old Pines\, allow 3 hours. \nQuestions? Contact Marjorie Lieuwen at marjorie.lieuwena@arocha.ca or 778-642-3897 \nJoin our Facebook Group for Updates URL:https://arocha.ca/event/wednesday-morning-bird-walks-houston/ LOCATION:Buck Creek Hatchery and Nature Centre\, 3125 Highway 16\, Houston\, British Columbia\, V0J 1Z0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Northern BC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Bird-watching-Sarah-20220331_092720-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Northern BC":MAILTO:houston.bc@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250412T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250412T210000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250306T203045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T204648Z UID:49307-1744484400-1744491600@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Germinating Conversations (Winnipeg\, MB) DESCRIPTION:Just and Sustainable Food Systems: Students Talking\nJoin us for a public dialogue event where CMU students share their reflections and questions about building just and sustainable food systems. Coming from both farming communities and urban neighbourhoods\, these students bring a wide range of experiences and perspectives to the table. After a term of studying everything from soil health to hospitality\, they invite the wider community into conversation. Cookies and warm drinks to be provided. \nWhen: April 12 – 7:00 PM \nWhere: CMU – Marpeck Commons – 2299 Grant Ave \nThis event is supported through a partnership between A Rocha Canada\, Canadian Foodgrains Bank\, Canadian Mennonite University\, and Mennonite Central Committee Manitoba. URL:https://arocha.ca/event/germinating-conversations-winnipeg-mb/ LOCATION:Marpeck Commons\, 2299 Grant Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3P 2N2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Manitoba,Winnipeg ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/germinating-conversations-march-2025-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250412T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250412T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250212T171029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T151656Z UID:49049-1744448400-1744470000@arocha.ca SUMMARY:EarthKeepers Club (April 2025) DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first EarthKeepers Club meeting of the 2025 season! \nThe EarthKeepers Club is a space for youth (ages 12-16) to connect with others their age that have similar interests in the environment and conservation. An example of a typical day might look like a work project to remove invasive species in the morning\, followed by a discussion over lunch about what it means to be a good steward\, and wrapping up by catching and identifying dragonflies in the afternoon. Through this program\, we aim to make a tangible impact and have fun along the way! \nThe EarthKeepers Club currently has no cost to join and runs from April-November\, usually on the second Saturday of each month. We are able to offer 3 volunteer hours for high school students that participate in a program day \nRegistration\nBook your ticket to let us know you’re coming! If this is your first time participating in the EarthKeepers Club in 2025\, please also complete the registration form below. \n\n \n Book Ticket(s)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Complete Registration Form\nRegistration Form URL:https://arocha.ca/event/earthkeepers-club-april-2025/ LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada CATEGORIES:EarthKeepers Club,ON Conservation,Ontario ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/EKC-2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250410T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250410T183000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250214T213508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T235912Z UID:49091-1744304400-1744309800@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Becoming an Earthkeeping Church (online) DESCRIPTION:Equipping Churches for Creation Care Action\nZOOM LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87281522512 \nJoin us for Becoming an Earthkeeping Church\, a workshop designed to inspire and equip churches to embrace creation care as a vital part of their faith and discipleship. This event will provide practical tools\, theological insights\, and real-world examples to help congregations take meaningful creation care action. \nWhat to Expect: \nPractical Steps – Learn how your church can start taking creation care action.Community & Collaboration – Connect with other churches and organizations passionate about creation care.Stories of Impact – Hear about churches already making a difference in their communities. \nWhether your church is just beginning its journey or already engaged in environmental initiatives\, this event will offer encouragement and practical next steps. \nDate: April 10\, 2025Location: online (register below for zoom link) \nFeature photo credit: Kristen McLean URL:https://arocha.ca/event/becoming-an-earthkeeping-church-online/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2023-St-Margaret_s-summer-plants-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250409T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250514T190000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250227T001249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T233148Z UID:49220-1744225200-1747249200@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Nature Journaling - A Six-week Adventure (Houston\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Nature Journaling – a six-week adventure\nGive yourself the gift of time\, creativity and curiosity this spring!\n\nJoin us for a six-week adventure through the world of nature journaling. Learn new skills\, meet new friends and connect with the natural world in a way that is both creative and scientific. No experience necessary. All you need is your 5 senses and the willingness to try!\n\nWhat to expect: Develop your observation skills\, explore nature journaling techniques including sketching\, adding color\, playing with words\, finding numbers in nature. See the world in a whole new way and be inspired by curiosity and wonder.\n\nWednesday nights @ 7 pm\nApril 9 – May 14\n\nOnly 10 spots availabe. Payment must be received before your spot is secured.\nAges 12+ (children must be accompanied by an adult).\nNo art\, science or writing experience necessary.\n\nGo to Eventbrite to register or call 778-642-3897 or email cindy.verbeek@arocha.ca URL:https://arocha.ca/event/nature-journaling-houston-bc/ LOCATION:Buck Creek Hatchery and Nature Centre\, 3125 Highway 16\, Houston\, British Columbia\, V0J 1Z0\, Canada CATEGORIES:BC Special Events,Northern BC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Nature-Journaling-Course-Poster.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Northern BC":MAILTO:houston.bc@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250401T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250402T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250203T202532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T210906Z UID:48958-1743498000-1743606000@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Birds on the Break - Spring Break Camp (Winnipeg\, MB) DESCRIPTION:This spring break we will be hosting two days of pop up day camps! Birds on the Break will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday (April 1-2)\, with a different type of learning and playing on each day.  \nYou can sign up for just one day or both! \nApril 1st – Stories and Art \nOur first day will be built around reading stories and doing art! We’ll focus in on migration and bird-watching. We will adventure into the Assiniboine Forest and see how many species of birds we can find\, and explore maps and stories of bird journeys in Canada and around the world. Of course we’ll also eat yummy snacks\, make cool art\, and have a ton of fun!  \nApril 2nd – Building and Construction \nOur second day will be built around designing and constructing things! We’ll examine and research bird nests and bird feeders\, design plans\, and construct our creations! Don’t worry\, this day will also include yummy snacks\, cool stories\, and a ton of fun!  \nWhere? The Mennonite Heritage Gallery (600 Shaftesbury Blvd) \nAges 6-12 \nCost: $30 (plus tax) per camper \n\n Use code POPUP10 to receive a 10% discount if registering more than 1 camper and/or registering for both days! URL:https://arocha.ca/event/birds-on-the-break-spring-break-camp-winnipeg-mb/ LOCATION:MHC Gallery\, 600 Shaftesbury Blvd\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, Canada CATEGORIES:Day Camps,Manitoba,Winnipeg ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Kids-Education-by-Brooke-McAllister34.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T110000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250225T173312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T132738Z UID:49178-1743238800-1743246000@arocha.ca 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Greenbelt-Bruce-Trail-Hike.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250324T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250328T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250117T172403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T205602Z UID:48860-1742806800-1743174000@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Spectacular Spring Day Camp (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Spectacular Spring Day Camp! We will spend every day (9am-3pm) outdoors\, exploring the wetland\, forest and farmland at A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre. Enjoy hands-on activities and discover life in our ecosystems! \nBring your own snacks (both morning and afternoon)\, lunch and water bottle. Come dressed for activities in the outdoors\, rain or shine. Wear a hat\, and gloves and bring an extra layer and waterproof outer jackets for wet days. Boots are required for rain! Bring an extra set of clothes\, just in case. (*please no umbrellas–we need our hands) \nFor children ages 6 – 12 (finished Kindergarten). \nA Rocha is a Christian environmental stewardship organization and our camp will include short reflections on Creation Care. For inquiries\, please email education.bc@arocha.ca or call 604 542 9006. \n \n*Note: Ask us about financial assistance. \n \n\n\n\n\nFinancial assistance is available. \nContact us for more information. \n×Contact us at Brooksdale\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\nContact: Contact Us Page\n\n\n\nName\n\n\nEmail Address\n\n\n\nYour Subject\n\n\nYour Message:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nreCAPTCHA helps prevent automated form spam.\n\nThe submit button will be disabled until you complete the CAPTCHA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Information \n \n \n \nClose URL:https://arocha.ca/event/spectacular-spring-day-camp-surrey-bc/ LOCATION:A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Brooksdale,Day Camps ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/DSCF0576-scaled-e1740092128404.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250322T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250322T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250225T175209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T155314Z UID:49193-1742637600-1742644800@arocha.ca 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/HWA-Workshop.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250319T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250319T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250225T235933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T234653Z UID:49204-1742389200-1742392800@arocha.ca SUMMARY:River Reptiles Reptile Show (Houston\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Reptile Show\nJoin Kyle Thibeault\, owner of Rivers Reptiles in Smithers for an educational and close up look at some of his favorite reptile friends.\n\nSpace is limited. Register through Eventbrite. URL:https://arocha.ca/event/riverreptilesshow/ LOCATION:Buck Creek Hatchery and Nature Centre\, 3125 Highway 16\, Houston\, British Columbia\, V0J 1Z0\, Canada CATEGORIES:BC Special Events,Northern BC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/River-Reptile-Event-Poster-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Northern BC":MAILTO:houston.bc@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250315T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250315T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250108T222334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T202636Z UID:48799-1742029200-1742040000@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Consider the Lilies Collective (Winnipeg\, MB) DESCRIPTION:Consider the Lilies Collective\nMarch 15\, 2025 – 9:00 am – 12:00 pm\nLocation: All Saint’s Anglican Church/st. benedict’s table \n521 Broadway Ave\nWhile the full conference goes on the road\, we want to continue equipping and connecting you in your work to care for creation with your church. \nJoin the A Rocha community for a morning of practical workshops and worship engaging our head\, hands\, and hearts for creation care. Snacks and coffee/tea will be provided.\nParking available in the lots behind Canada Life on Colony St. \nSession #1: Talking Climate & Creation Care at your Church\nwith Sandy Plett & Aaron Thiessen\nHow do you talk about creation care and climate change in a church context? How might we talk to the children and youth in our communities about this topic? What are some theological considerations? This workshop will tackle these questions about engaging minds on creation care. \nSession #2: Taking Action with Hands-on Projects\nwith Beth Downey Sawatsky\, Peter Sawatsky\, Benjamin Verkerk & Francesco Zurzolo\nSometimes the easiest way to start caring for creation is to do a hands-on project. This workshop will bring together various voices in the church to share about projects they have done\, from community gardens\, to green building techniques\, to solar panels\, and more. \nSession #3: Worship and Liturgy \nwith saint benedict’s table\nJoin the A Rocha Manitoba team for a short prayer & worship service demonstrating how you can incorporate care of creation into the rhythms and practices of your church community. \nFull schedule here \nRegister below (cost covers snacks and coffee/tea. Contact us here ×Contact Us\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\nYour Name\n\n\nYour Email\n\n\nYour Subject\n\n\nYour Message\n\nYes\, I want to sign up for ARMB's monthly newsletter!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nreCAPTCHA helps prevent automated form spam.\n\nThe submit button will be disabled until you complete the CAPTCHA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Information \n \n \n \nClose if you’d like to come\, but cost is a barrier) URL:https://arocha.ca/event/consider-the-lilies-collective-winnipeg-mb-2/ LOCATION:All Saint’s Anglican Church\, 521 Broadway Ave\, winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3C 1B9\, Canada CATEGORIES:Manitoba ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/considerthelilies_46-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250301T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250301T200000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250131T143514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T143514Z UID:48948-1740837600-1740859200@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Winter Activities\, Potluck Supper and Evening Program (Ottawa/Gatineau\, ON) DESCRIPTION:Join A Rocha Ottawa for our Winter Activities\, Potluck Supper and Evening Program! \nIf you are unable to the afternoon activities\, feel free to join us for supper and the evening program. \nSchedule:\n2:00 pm Winter Activities\nJoin us in Gatineau Park for winter outdoor activities including hiking\, snowshoeing\, and cross-country skiing. You can choose your activity. We will lead a group cross-country ski for anyone who would like to join us. We have plenty of cross-country ski equipment available for those who don’t have any. If you intend to snowshoe you will need to bring your own snowshoes. Meet at 264 Kingsmere at 2:00 pm. (for directions or for a ride please send an e-mail to: paul.heintzman@arocha.ca ). \n5:30 pm Potluck Supper\nPlease RSVP and let us know what you plan to bring so that we can plan accordingly. \n7:00 pm “A Thousand Year Plan: The Deconstruction of Faith in Canada and the Potential for a (Re)Turn to a Creation Ethic.”\nDr. Peter Schuurman will draw on his new book (co-authored with Angela Reitsma Bick) Blessed are the Undone: Testimonies of the Quiet Deconstruction of Faith in Canada (New Leaf 2024) to point to the possibilities for a renewed Creation ethic that lie within the current “deconstructing faith” trend. From interviews with 28 “deconstructing” Canadians\, he examines the place of indigenous culture and history in hopes for a repentant and reconstructed Christian faith\, a faith that sees the “community of creation” as key to the shalom that God promises for all. \nPeter will also be speaking on the topic of “Deconstructing a Young Earth\, Deconstructing Faith: Two Stories\, Two Directions” at a CSCA event on Friday evening Feb. 28 at the Laurentian Leadership Centre. For more details see: https://csca.ca/events/event/2025-ott-sch/ \nPlease RSVP via email to paul.heintzman@arocha.ca to let us know if you will be attending the A Rocha event on March 1 and what you will be bringing for the potluck supper. URL:https://arocha.ca/event/march-1-ottawa-gatineau/ LOCATION:Ontario CATEGORIES:Ontario,Ottawa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Winter-Activities-Ottawa-March.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ottawa":MAILTO:paul.heintzman@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250225T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250225T181500 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250218T232928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T003422Z UID:49107-1740502800-1740507300@arocha.ca 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Day-1-Sessions-by-Tim-Hall001-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250128T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250128T180000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Day-1-Sessions-by-Tim-Hall001-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250125T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250125T200000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20250113T135436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T135436Z UID:48821-1737813600-1737835200@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Winter Activities\, Potluck Supper and Evening Program (Ottawa/Gatineau\, ON) DESCRIPTION:Join A Rocha Ottawa for our Winter Activities\, Potluck Supper and Evening Program! \nIf you are unable to the afternoon activities\, feel free to join us for supper and the evening program. \nSchedule:\n2:00 pm Winter Activities\nJoin us in Gatineau Park for winter outdoor activities including hiking\, snowshoeing\, and cross-country skiing. You can choose your activity. We will lead a group cross-country ski for anyone who would like to join us. We have plenty of cross-country ski equipment available for those who don’t have any. If you intend to snowshoe you will need to bring your own snowshoes. Meet at 264 Kingsmere at 2:00 pm. (for directions or for a ride please send an e-mail to: paul.heintzman@arocha.ca ). \n5:30 pm Potluck Supper\nPlease RSVP and let us know what you plan to bring so that we can plan accordingly. \n7:00 pm Coping with Climate Grief: A Christian Perspective\nDr. Carmen Hust and Dr. Nancy Brookes will lead an interactive exploration of our climate grief and how our Christian faith can move us from denial or despair to claiming our agency as a means to live in harmony with all God’s creation. Carmen is a retired professor of nursing and Nancy is a retired psychiatric nurse. Both involved with CANE- Canadian Nurses for the Environment. \nPlease RSVP via email to paul.heintzman@arocha.ca to let us know if you will be attending and what you will be bringing for the potluck supper. URL:https://arocha.ca/event/jan-25-ottawa-gatineau/ LOCATION:Ontario CATEGORIES:Ontario,Ottawa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/image001.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ottawa":MAILTO:paul.heintzman@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250114T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250114T210000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20241126T144229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T164049Z UID:48612-1736884800-1736888400@arocha.ca 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/ARON-2024.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20241214T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20241214T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191549 CREATED:20241007T195443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T181706Z UID:48275-1734166800-1734195600@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Count (East Braintree\, MB) DESCRIPTION:Do you love birding? Are you excited about community science? \nOur annual Christmas bird count is coming up at the Boreal Ecology Centre in East Braintree on December 14. \nBring warm clothes\, binoculars\, a camera (if you have one)\, and snacks (we will provide lunch). Please also bring what you feel you need to hike winter trails (snow pants\, hiking poles\, etc.) \n\nRVSP HEREPlease RSVP by clicking on the button above.\nIf you have questions please contact us here for more info×Contact Us \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\nYour Name\n\n\nYour Email\n\n\nYour Subject\n\n\nYour Message\n\nYes\, I want to sign up for ARMB's monthly newsletter!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nreCAPTCHA helps prevent automated form spam.\n\nThe submit button will be disabled until you complete the CAPTCHA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Information \n \n \n \n Close\n×RSVP Here\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n Event RSVP (Manitoba)\n\n \n Sorry\, this form is not available. \n \n \n \n \n\nClose\n \nHere’s what Birds Canada has to say about their Christmas Bird Count:  \nStarted in 1900\, the Christmas Bird Count is North America’s longest-running Citizen Science project. Counts happen in over 2000 localities throughout the Western Hemisphere. \nThe information collected by thousands of volunteer participants forms one of the world’s largest sets of wildlife survey data. The results are used daily by conservation biologists and naturalists to assess the population trends and distribution of birds. \nEach Christmas Bird Count is conducted on a single day between December 14 and January 5. Counts are carried out within a 24-km diameter circle that stays the same from year to year. They are organized\, usually as group efforts\, at the local level\, often by a birding club or naturalist organization. \nThis is a great opportunity to explore the birds that we have in and around the Boreal Ecology Centre and engage people in conducting citizen science. This is part of the work that we want to take on in order to promote connections at the Boreal Ecology Centre that can contribute to conservation. URL:https://arocha.ca/event/christmas-bird-count-east-braintree-mb-3/ LOCATION:Boreal Ecology Centre\, A Rocha Boreal Ecology Centre\, East Braintree\, Manitoba\, Canada CATEGORIES:Boreal Ecology Centre,Manitoba,MB Conservation,MB Special Events,MB Volunteer Days,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/TIMC4535.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241207T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241207T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191551 CREATED:20241028T220823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T175227Z UID:48370-1733576400-1733587200@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Christmas Open House (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Christmas season with the A Rocha community! \nEnjoy caroling by the fireplace in our cozy heritage Guest House with a hot chocolate in hand. Come by for some homemade treats and kids crafts. On your way out\, be sure to stop by the A Rocha Farm Store to stock up on gifts for friends and family! \nNo RSVP required – see you there! URL:https://arocha.ca/event/christmas-open-house-surrey-bc-2024/ LOCATION:A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:BC Special Events,Brooksdale,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Save-the-Date-Christmas-Open-House-2024.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241126T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241126T200000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191551 CREATED:20241031T195107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T195107Z UID:48464-1732647600-1732651200@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Salmon Smart: A Local Perspective on the Steelhead of the Morice/Bulkley (Houston\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Salmon Smart Speaker Series where we will explore stories of life in the Morice/Bulkey (Widzin Kwa) Watershed!\nOn Tuesday\, November 26th\, our topic will be “A local perspective on the Steelhead of the Morice/Bulkley” Our speaker will be Missy Moure\, a steelhead guide and conservationist. Missy will share stories of the Steelhead on the Morice/Bulkley. \nTo RSVP or for more information\, email Cindy at cindy.verbeek@arocha.ca.\nNote: this is an in-person event with a zoom options (based on demand). If you would like to participate virtually via zoom\, please email Cindy at cindy.verbeek@arocha.ca. \nSalmon Smart Speaker Series – Overview \nNovember 26 – A Local Perspective on the Steelhead of the Morice/Bulkley URL:https://arocha.ca/event/salmon-smart-nov-26/ LOCATION:Buck Creek Hatchery and Nature Centre\, 3125 Highway 16\, Houston\, British Columbia\, V0J 1Z0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Northern BC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/PXL_20230610_182540205-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Northern BC":MAILTO:houston.bc@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20241123T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20241123T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T191551 CREATED:20241007T185244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T214908Z UID:48272-1732352400-1732363200@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Boggy River Brunch Fundraiser (Winnipeg\, MB) DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a delicious brunch and the A Rocha Manitoba community in an informal come-and-go fundraiser with a special guest chef. The A Rocha team will be present to share stories and warm beverages. \nWhen: November 23 (between 9 am – 12pm) Purchase your ticket below for the 45 minute time slot you would like to come. (Ticket purchase covers the cost of brunch and coffee or tea). \nWhere: 19 Victoria Row (The home of Antoinette van Kuik and Henry Fast. See below for a map) \nContact us here for more info×Contact Us\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\nYour Name\n\n\nYour Email\n\n\nYour Subject\n\n\nYour Message\n\nYes\, I want to sign up for ARMB's monthly newsletter!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nreCAPTCHA helps prevent automated form spam.\n\nThe submit button will be disabled until you complete the CAPTCHA.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Information \n \n \n \n\nClose\nPurchase your tickets here: URL:https://arocha.ca/event/boggybrunch/ LOCATION:19 Victoria Row\, 19 Victoria Row\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R2M 1Y1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Manitoba,MB Special Events,Winnipeg ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/IMGP4634-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR