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Welcome to the 2024 Outdoor Learning Conference
Thursday, May 9 • 9:00am - 11:30am
Land-based learning and Connection at Îyâ Mnathka

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Start your Outdoor Learning Conference on ‘foot’ and enjoy a beautiful hike on the sacred mountain, Îyâ Mnathka. (Mt.Yamnuska), considered the gateway to the Rocky Mountains.  Led by Alberta Parks Environmental Education Specialists, this experience is designed to deepen your personal connection to the land while profiling activities that can be integrated into your teaching practices.  Be ready to embrace the outdoors for the entire morning, immersing yourself in the natural surroundings as we acknowledge and connect with the land. This session honours and is developed in right relations with our local nation, the Iyahe Nakoda. Please come prepared for spring weather and wear proper hiking shoes.

Please note: Driving is required to the trailhead, then the field trip is on foot. The session will begin promptly at 9:00 am. Meeting at the Yamnuska Trailhead.

If you find yourself running late, we will begin in the large meadow opposite the parking lot. After which we will be dividing into 2 groups and hiking.
Session Host
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Heidi Widmer (she/her)

Education Director, Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley
Raised by the Bow River and the surrounding summits within Treaty 7 territory, Heidi is deeply committed to educating on behalf of this place that shaped her. As the Environmental Educator for the Future Leaders program, Heidi both coordinates and delivers K-12 curriculum-connected... Read More →

Speakers
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Andrea Barnes

Environmental Education Coordinator, Alberta Parks - Kananaskis Country
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Vicki Perkins

Environmental Education Coordinator, Alberta Forestry & Parks
Vicki Perkins has over 20 years experience as an outdoor educator. She is the Education Coordinator for Alberta Parks, bringing experiences as both a Park Interpreter and classroom teacher. She is passionate about engaging youth and teachers in Alberta’s protected landscapes.


Iya Mnathka Field Trip Info and Directions pdf
Thursday May 9, 2024 9:00am - 11:30am MDT
Îyâ Mnathka Yamnuska Parking Lot - Bow Valley Wildland Park
  Optional Field Trip