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:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD 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/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 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250114T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250114T210000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065452 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/ 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:20260421T065452 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:20260421T065453 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:20260421T065453 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:20260421T065453 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20241123T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20241123T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065456 CREATED:20230927T155251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T030549Z UID:44281-1732352400-1732363200@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/boggyriverbrunch23/ 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241119T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241119T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065457 CREATED:20241031T194734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T194734Z UID:48459-1732042800-1732046400@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Salmon Smart: Boots in the River Conservation (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 19th\, our topic will be “Boots in the River Conservation.” Our speaker will be Marjorie Lieuwen\, our Conservation Scientist. Marjorie will share stories of hands on\, boots in the river stewardship in the Upper Bulkley watershed. \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 19 – Boots in the River Conservation URL:https://arocha.ca/event/salmon-smart-nov-19/ 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/Toronto:20241117T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241117T153000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065457 CREATED:20240924T132601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T211420Z UID:48137-1731850200-1731857400@arocha.ca 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Idea-Exchange-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241116T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241116T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065457 CREATED:20240830T133458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T133458Z UID:48072-1731751200-1731758400@arocha.ca 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Winter-Tree-ID-Workshop.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241112T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241112T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065457 CREATED:20241031T193938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T194419Z UID:48452-1731438000-1731441600@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Salmon Smart: The Future of Salmon in the Morice/Bulkley Watershed (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 12th\, our topic will be “The Future of Salmon in the Morice/Bulkley Watershed.” Our guest speaker will be Ian Sharpe\, an aquatic scientist. Ian will share projections of the effects of a changing climate on salmon in the Morice River watershed. \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 12 – The Future of Salmon in the Morice/Bulkley Watershed URL:https://arocha.ca/event/salmon-smart-nov-12/ 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/Toronto:20241109T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241109T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065457 CREATED:20240819T130029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T130029Z UID:47962-1731142800-1731164400@arocha.ca SUMMARY:EarthKeepers Club (November 2024) DESCRIPTION:Join us for the last EarthKeepers Club meeting of the 2024 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 2024\, 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-november-2024/ LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada CATEGORIES:ON Conservation,Ontario ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Website-Banners-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065457 CREATED:20241031T193452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T194659Z UID:48447-1730833200-1730836800@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Salmon Smart: Water and Landscape (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 5th\, our topic will be “Water and Landscape: Balancing Agriculture\, fisheries and forests.” Our guest speaker will be Marvin Strimbold\, a rancher and forest steward. Marvin will share stories of his work on Bulkley Lake and Maxan creek. \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 5 – Water and Landscape URL:https://arocha.ca/event/salmon-smart-nov-5/ 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=UTC:20241029T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241029T180000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065457 CREATED:20241008T233439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T233439Z UID:48284-1730221200-1730224800@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Church EarthKeepers Meet-Up (October 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). \nThe following are the scheduled dates for the next two months: \n\nOctober 29\nNovember 25\n\n\nBuy Tickets on Eventbrite\n\nBuy Tickets URL:https://arocha.ca/event/church-earthkeepers-meet-up-october-2024/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:BC Special Events,Brooksdale,Manitoba,MB Special Events,ON Conservation,Online Programming,Ontario,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Day-1-Sessions-by-Tim-Hall001-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241005T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241005T200000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065457 CREATED:20240918T152600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T152600Z UID:48135-1728138600-1728158400@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Fall Colours Hike\, Potluck Supper and Presentation (Ottawa/Gatineau\, ON) DESCRIPTION:Join A Rocha Ottawa for our Fall Colours Walk\, Potluck Supper and Presentation! \nIf you are unable to attend all three parts of the event\, feel free to attend the parts that you can. \nSchedule:\n2:30 pm: Fall Colours Walk \nMeet at 264 Kingsmere (for directions or if you need a ride\, please contact paul.heintzman@arocha.ca )\, and we’ll begin on our Fall Colours Walk along the King Mountain Trail. Features of this trail include panoramic views of the fall colours in Gatineau Park\, the City of Ottawa and the Ottawa Valley. Note: if it is a nice day\, traffic will be heavy in the village of Old Chelsea and on the Gatineau Parkway\, so give yourself plenty of travel time to arrive by 2:30 pm. \n5:30 pm: Potluck Supper \nPlease RSVP (via email) to let us know what you plan to bring. \n7:00 pm: Presentation \nLuke Wilson has been serving as CEO of A Rocha Canada since 2019. In his presentation\, he will provide an overview of A Rocha’s work in Canada and abroad\, spotlighting program and project work from the different centres in British Columbia\, Manitoba\, and Ontario. Luke will also share a bit about A Rocha’s goals for the future and how the organization is seeking to navigate the future of creation care in Canada. \nTo RSVP or for more information\, email Paul at paul.heintzman@arocha.ca. URL:https://arocha.ca/event/fall-hike-ottawa-gatineau-2024/ CATEGORIES:Ontario,Ottawa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/image002.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ottawa":MAILTO:paul.heintzman@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241005T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241005T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065457 CREATED:20240730T235309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T211556Z UID:47872-1728129600-1728144000@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Annual Harvest Celebration 2024 (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the abundance of the harvest and the goodness of creation with A Rocha this fall! \nJoin us for all the festivities: food trucks\, live music\, fresh squash\, kids’ activities\, lawn dancing\, raptor friends\, apple cider pressing\, hay rides\, and more! \nAdmission: \n\nInfants/toddlers (2 and under): FREE\nKids (3-12 years): $5/person\nAdults (13+ years): $10/person\n\nTickets are available for purchase in advance online\, or on the day of at the entrance. For online tickets\, be sure to bring along an electronic or printed copy of your ticket. \nPlease note\, no pets are permitted on site. URL:https://arocha.ca/event/annual-harvest-celebration-2024-surrey-bc/ LOCATION:A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada CATEGORIES:BC Special Events,Brooksdale ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Harvest-Celebration_WB_2023-59-of-155-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241005T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241005T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065457 CREATED:20240819T125539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T125539Z UID:47959-1728118800-1728140400@arocha.ca SUMMARY:EarthKeepers Club (October 2024) 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 2024\, 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-october-2024/ LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada CATEGORIES:ON Conservation,Ontario ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Website-Banners-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240928T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240928T130000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065457 CREATED:20240912T142325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T143455Z UID:48104-1727514000-1727528400@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. \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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Canoe-Exploration.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240925T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240925T163000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065457 CREATED:20240731T201931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T184202Z UID:47885-1727254800-1727281800@arocha.ca SUMMARY:A Rocha Oasis Series DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day retreat for church and nonprofit leaders to explore the themes of depletion\, recuperation and replenishment. \nCome and experience restoration for your soul as you engage in ministry. \nSign up soon to secure your spot! \nRegistration includes lunch\, coffee and tea\, and snacks. Please email british.columbia@arocha.ca with any dietary restrictions. \n*If the cost is prohibitive\, please reach out to british.columbia@arocha.ca – we hope to make the day accessible to all. \n  \n \n\nSpeaker: Rod Wilson\nOur speaker is Rod Wilson (BSc\, MA\, MTS\, PhD\, DD (Hon)) – clinical psychologist\, pastor\, author\, and former president of Regent College. \n  \n \n\nNeed Accommodations?\nSingle room: $70/night\nDouble room: $100/night \nWe have a number of limited single and double occupancy rooms available in our heritage Guest House the night before the retreat. See the registration options to book accommodations\, if needed. \nGuest House fees include breakfast. \n URL:https://arocha.ca/event/a-rocha-oasis-series/ LOCATION:A Rocha Canada\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/A-Rocha-Oasis-Series.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240924T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240924T180000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065457 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Day-1-Sessions-by-Tim-Hall001-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240914T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240914T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065457 CREATED:20240716T152401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T152401Z UID:47772-1726304400-1726326000@arocha.ca SUMMARY:EarthKeepers Club (September 2024) 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\, 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 2024\, 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-september-2024/ LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada CATEGORIES:ON Conservation,Ontario ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Website-Banners-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240911 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241116 DTSTAMP:20260421T065457 CREATED:20240625T151805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T124648Z UID:47659-1726012800-1731715199@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Nature Academy - Fall 2024 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. \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. \nMake 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-fall-2024/ 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/Winnipeg:20240906T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240907T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065457 CREATED:20240730T184304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T210339Z UID:47866-1725640200-1725728400@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Boggy River Survey (Boreal Ecology Centre\, MB) DESCRIPTION:WHAT and WHY: Our annual survey of the health of the Boggy River system and the biodiversity it supports. Maintaining an awareness of the Boggy River can lead us to asking new questions and open new opportunities for research\, learning\, and conservation.\nWHO: You! We’re looking for willing volunteers who care about creation and nature conservation. Skills and knowledge are an asset\, but all are welcome!\nWHERE: The Boreal Ecology Centre\, 81025 Boggy River Rd.\, East Braintree\, MB\nWHEN: Friday\, September 6 (arrive around 4:30 or 5:00 pm but feel free to come earlier if you want) to Saturday\, September 7 (leave by 4:30 or 5:00 pm)\nWHAT TO BRING:\n\nBring snacks – we will provide meals\, but extra snacks are always a good idea.\nBring your own bedding – accommodations are inside the lodge\, but we do not provide bedding.\nBring a PFD or life jacket (Let us know if you do not have access to one – we have a few we can share)\nBring hip-waders if you have them.\nIf you have monitoring equipment you would like to bring or offer\, please get in touch!×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\nRSVP: Fill out the form below to register. If you have any questions\, don’t hesitate to contact us.\n\n\n\nThe more volunteers we have\, the more work we can do to care for creation together! Make sure to RSVP below. \n\nRSVP×\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 URL:https://arocha.ca/event/boggy-river-survey-boreal-ecology-centre-mb-2/ LOCATION:Boreal Ecology Centre\, A Rocha Boreal Ecology Centre\, East Braintree\, Manitoba\, Canada CATEGORIES:Boreal Ecology Centre,Manitoba ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/DSC1030-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240827T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240827T180000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065458 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Day-1-Sessions-by-Tim-Hall001-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240822T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240822T203000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065458 CREATED:20240730T193820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T193849Z UID:47870-1724353200-1724358600@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Storytelling Hike - (Winnipeg\, MB) DESCRIPTION:WHAT: We will walk for 30-45 minutes\, and then gather on the lawn for refreshments and to hear some stories from our summer camp and conservation staff! \nPlease bring a lawn chair for the gathering afterwards. Refreshments provided. \nWHO: Everyone is welcome! \nWHERE: Assiniboine Forest (park at Folio Cafe\, 2299 Grant Ave) \nWHEN: Thursday\, August 22\, 7 PM – 8:30 PM \nHike starts promptly at 7:15 \nLet us know you’re coming! \n Contact us here to RSVP ×RSVP\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n RSVP Here\n\n \n Sorry\, this form is not available. \n \n \n \n \n[/modal]\nClose\n  URL:https://arocha.ca/event/storytelling-hike-winnipeg-mb-3/ LOCATION:Folio Cafe\, 2299 Grant Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3P 2N2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Manitoba,Winnipeg ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_1671-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240820T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240820T210000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065459 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Summer-Tree-ID.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240812T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240816T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065459 CREATED:20240227T212253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T185741Z UID:45492-1723453200-1723820400@arocha.ca SUMMARY:A Rocha Day Camp @ Many Rooms (Winnipeg\, MB) DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting week of camp filled with nature based activities\, lots of fun games\, and outdoor exploration. Kids can look forward to a field trip\, special animal visitors\, fun crafts\, tasty snacks\, and discovering the wonder in our own backyards.  \nCamp runs from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm daily. \n\nKids ages 6-12 welcome.\nCome dressed to be outside for the day.\nBring your own lunch\, water bottle\, sunscreen\, and hat.\nYummy pre-packaged snacks provided!\n\nHow to Register \nRegistration is now a simple one step process! Scroll down to see the Eventbrite registration\, click on it and select the number of child registration. Take time to fill in all the required information in one sitting\, pay\, and you are all set! \nEnter promo code FAM10 to get a 10% discount if you are registering more than one camper in a family. \nFinancial assistance is available. Contact mb.education@arocha.ca for more info. \n\n\n\n\nCANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS:   \nFamilies withdrawing with more than two weeks notice will be refunded full registration cost minus the Eventbrite administrative fee. If it is within the week prior to the program\, $50 will be non-refundable\, and the rest depending on if the spot is filled. \n— \nA Rocha is a Christian nature conservation organization and our camp will include short reflections on caring for creation. For inquiries\, please email mb.education@arocha.ca \nHealth protocol: Please stay at home if you have illness symptoms.  URL:https://arocha.ca/event/a-rocha-day-camp-many-rooms-winnipeg-mb/ LOCATION:Many Rooms Church Community\, 480 Spence St\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3B 2R7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Day Camps,Manitoba,Winnipeg ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/20200717_120415-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240810T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240810T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065459 CREATED:20240227T202519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T202519Z UID:45480-1723280400-1723309200@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Conservation Saturday (Boreal Ecology Centre\, MB) DESCRIPTION:WHO: We’re looking for willing volunteers who care about creation and nature conservation. Skills and knowledge are an asset\, but all knowledge levels are welcome! \nWHAT: Graham (Conservation Science Coordinator) will be leading the group in a forest biodiversity monitoring day. We have set up some permanent monitoring sites to record the plant biodiversity for the area and overtime continue to observe how species diversity is changing. We’ll be working in a 20m×20m area recording a tree stem map\, and narrowing in to several 5m×5m sites observing shrubs and 1m×1m sites observing ground vegetation. \nRSVPExperience identifying Manitoba plants is an asset but not required to participate.\n \nThe work will be contributing to:\n1. Setting a baseline understanding of the biodiversity of the forest\n2. Determining the health of the forest (do we see lots of thriving species or less so)\n3. Understanding the succession is part of a healthy forest we want to see how the forest is\ngrowing and changing \nWHERE: The Boreal Ecology Centre\, 81025 Boggy River Rd.\, East Braintree\, MB \nWHAT TO BRING:\nEssentials: bag lunch (including snacks\, water bottle etc.)\, work boots and gloves\, good clothes for walking and being outdoors\, bug spray/bug net and sunscreen \nRSVP: \n Contact us here to RSVP ×RSVP\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n Volunteer Day RSVP (Manitoba)\n\n \n Sorry\, this form is not available. \n \n \n \n \n\nCloseIf you have any questions\, \ndon’t hesitate to get in touch!×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 URL:https://arocha.ca/event/conservation-saturday-boreal-ecology-centre-mb-8/ LOCATION:Boreal Ecology Centre\, A Rocha Boreal Ecology Centre\, East Braintree\, Manitoba\, Canada CATEGORIES:Boreal Ecology Centre,Manitoba,MB Conservation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/20220806_152801-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240810T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240810T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065459 CREATED:20240522T131028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T131028Z UID:47433-1723280400-1723302000@arocha.ca SUMMARY:EarthKeepers Club (August 2024) 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\, 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 2024\, 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-august-2024/ LOCATION:Cedar Haven Eco-Centre\, 1039 97\, Freelton\, Ontario\, L0R 1K0\, Canada CATEGORIES:ON Conservation,Ontario ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Website-Banners-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240809T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240809T210000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065459 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Cedar-Haven-Social.png ORGANIZER;CN="A Rocha Ontario":MAILTO:ontario@arocha.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240809T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240809T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T065459 CREATED:20240731T182654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T182654Z UID:47880-1723194000-1723215600@arocha.ca SUMMARY:Adult Day Camp: Hidden Wonders (Surrey\, BC) DESCRIPTION:Want to rediscover the sense of wonder you had as a child? \nSpend a day having fun with our professional staff biologists\, environmental educators\, and farmers. Learn about the natural world in our watershed as we guide you through activities. \nActivities will include: \n\nMoss walk (did you know the connection between moss & cloud formation?)\nPond exploration (how many different creatures are just a net away?)\nHarvesting veggies from the farm for your lunch\nPreparing lunch & eating together\nNatural dye workshop or bouquet-making workshop with flowers from our farm\n\nPrice includes coffee & tea\, lunch with our farm’s vegetables\, and a take-home of a naturally dyed bandana or bouquet from our farm. \nStaff bios: \n\nCarly is our CSA Farm Coordinator and has been farming for 8 years and she is passionate about the journey from seed to table and has a background in catering farm to table events.\nGrace is one of the Tatalu Conservation Residents at A Rocha. As part of the Environmental Education team\, she loves finding beauty in nature and sharing it with others. She enjoys discovering connections to nature through art\, literature and more.\nJessica has been teaching with the education team at A Rocha for 6 years. She loves the diverse ecosystems to teach and learn from at the BC center\, including forests\, fields\, wetlands and farmlands. Jessica has a M.Ed. in Philosophy of Education specializing in environmental and experiential education\, and a B.Sc. in Environmental Biology. She’s been teaching in the field of environmental and experiential education for over 25 years.\nLanie has been a conservation biologist with A Rocha for 3 years. She has a BSc in Ecological Restoration and is a registered Biologist-in-Training with the College of Applied Biologists. Previously an interpretive guide in regional and provincial parks for over 4 years\, she loves leading experiential guided walks to connect people with nature.\nSandra has coordinated the Farm to Families (F2F) program for the last 8 years. F2F connects under-served families\, children and seniors to hands-on gardening and cooking education\, along with vegetable donations.\n\nReserve your spot here! URL:https://arocha.ca/event/adult-day-camp-hidden-wonders-surrey-bc/ LOCATION:A Rocha Canada\, 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, British Columbia\, V3Z 9V2\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://arocha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/s744588326321902250_p1343_i13_w4143-scaled.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR