On this walk we will explore campus and learn about the plant, tree, animal, bird, insect, water and soil relationships that exist here. We will learn about how urban ecologies reflect interconnection and indigeneity, about how ecologies are inclusive of humans and our effect on relationships on the land. Even spaces of high traffic, concrete and asphalt, large urbanity hold relationships.
Some possible learning outcomes include:
- urban ecology through an Indigenous worldview
- food and nutrition from an urban forager perspective
- historic context of Waterloo Region through inter-relational ecology, botany, food, medicines,
- cultural context with plant/tree relationships
- foraging safety and cultural protocol
The walk will start from Dana Porter Library, then follow existing paths on main campus. We will have time to stop and take breaks; please bring water, if needed. The event is rain or shine so please dress for the weather. If you have accommodation requests or questions, reach out to libevents@uwaterloo.ca with your needs.