Join the YQR Naturalist for a brief talk and walk through the alleys of Cathedral neighborhood and discover the world of berries and fruits and other delectable delights right here in the city.
While this program is primarily designed for adult learners, all ages are welcome to attend. Be prepared, this program includes an hour and a half of walking outdoors, please dress appropriately.
RPL is offering three different programs this summer on urban foraging. For more information and to register click the links below:
Trees and Feral Greens : Saturday, June 3, 2:00 - 4:00 PM, Albert Branch
Edible Flowers & Greens : Saturday, July 8, 2:00 - 4:00 PM, George Bothwell Branch
Fruiting Plants : Saturday, August 5, 2:00 - 4:00 PM, Connaught Branch
Presenter Information: The YQR Naturalist, also called Dave. A local born nature educator with a specialty in foraging and identifications. Dave has been foraging in and around Regina for the past 20 years.
Connaught Branch is one of Regina Public Library's inner-city branches, and it offers visitors a variety of services and diverse collections. This branch first opened to the public in 1931, and continues to play a pivotal role in the community, co-sponsoring programs with the Cathedral Area Community Association and the Community Schools in the neighbourhood.
The Branch offers after-school programming for children, as well as an eclectic selection of programming for teens and adults that reflects the diversified interest of this area of Regina.