Get to Know (Your Wild Neighbours) Best Practices
- Author(s): Canadian Wildlife Federation (http://www.cwf-fcf.org/)
- Organization: Canadian Wildlife Federation (http://www.cwf-fcf.org/)
This program is described by its developers as an engaging collection of videos, lesson plans, activities and tips from artists, photographers, filmmakers, environmentalists, education, and students from across North America. The intersection of science, creative arts and 21st century media technologies creates powerful conduits for connecting young people with nature. We hope these resources will help you use art to connect your students with nature and develop more meaningful connections to local flora and fauna.
Get to Know (Your Wild Neighbours) Best Practices
- Author(s): Canadian Wildlife Federation (http://www.cwf-fcf.org/)
- Organization: Canadian Wildlife Federation (http://www.cwf-fcf.org/)
This program is described by its developers as an engaging collection of videos, lesson plans, activities and tips from artists, photographers, filmmakers, environmentalists, education, and students from across North America. The intersection of science, creative arts and 21st century media technologies creates powerful conduits for connecting young people with nature. We hope these resources will help you use art to connect your students with nature and develop more meaningful connections to local flora and fauna.
Get to Know Virtual Hikes
- Organization: Get To Know Society http://www.get-to-know.org/
- Date Published: January 2, 2000
This program encourages youth to get outdoors and explore nature through learning about the natural environments in their communities. Today, the program works with partners across Canada and the U.S. to deliver innovative initiatives that educate, inspire, and empower young people to take care of the planet.
GOT Parks; Get Out To Parks
- Organization: Canadian Parks Council http://www.parks-parcs.ca/
- Date Published: January 2, 2014
This youth hub has been developed by youth, for youth providing quick and easy access to information about parks, program and jobs in parks across the country. It is an initiative of the Canadian Parks Council.
How Can Park Agencies Use Social Media More Effectively: A Review of Current North America Practices
- Author(s): Elizabeth Halpenny, Clara Jane Blye
- Organization: University of Alberta
- Date Published: May 1, 2015
Park agencies have increasingly embraced social media for communications, education, marketing, visitor experience provision, and stakeholder outreach efforts. This presentation (three sections) highlight findings from a study of North American park agencies’ use of Twitter. The types of content, information, and engagement that were produced by the each park agency’s Twitter feed are reported. Numerical data were also collected (e.g., number of retweets, Likes, Followers, etc.), and comparison of park agency feeds is discussed. Recommendations for improving park agency social media content is provided. Audience members are encouraged to browse specific park social media posts and discuss the effectiveness this communication tool in reaching key audiences.
The three presentations are: Twitter for Parks and Recreation Professionals; Social Media Audit Tweet analysis; and, How can park agencies use social media more effectively (visit link below to access presentations).
Presentation from the 2015 Alberta Recreation and Parks Association Parks Forum.
How to Raise a Wild Child
- Author(s): Scott Sampson
- Organization: Houghton Miffin Harcourt
- Date Published: March 24, 2015
From the beloved host of PBS Kids’ Dinosaur Train, an easy-to-use guide for parents, teachers, and others looking to foster a strong connection between children and nature, complete with engaging activities, troubleshooting advice, and much more.
iParks Navigator
- Author(s): Metro Vancouver (http://www.activelivingresearch.org/)
- Organization: Metro Vancouver (http://www.activelivingresearch.org/)
- Date Published: January 1, 2012
Parks-Navigator for both iPhone and iPad enables you to explore the finest parks and greenspace in and around Metro Vancouver, including a system of 23 regional parks and now including parks operated by the City of Richmond.
June Is Parks & Recreation Month
- Organization: Canadian Parks and Recreation Association http://www.cpra.ca
This CPRA initiative raises awareness about the importance of recreation and the role it plays in the quality of life for all Canadians.
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