Hermanas: Mujeres Curanderas/(Sisterhood: Women Healers) will be hosting a wellness retreat, “Sacred Connections: Honoring Nature, Wellness and Ancestral Traditions” during the 2024 National Latino Conservation Week.  This event is a national event coordinated by Hispanic Access Foundation and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Our event will be kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month on Sunday, September 15, 2024 and is being co-sponsored and hosted by the Suffolk County Cornell Cooperative Extension at the Suffolk County Yaphank Farm in Yaphank, NY. 

Mujeres Curanderas are four 4 Latina entrepreneur women healers that are supporting our community through transformational, certified trauma informed healing and nutritional holistic wellness modalities.  Through culture and purpose, we assist members in our community and their families live a healthier lifestyle both physically and mentally.  Our retreat “Sacred Connections: Honoring Nature, Wellness and Ancestral Traditions”  purpose is to reconnect the community with the earth, through food and ceremony with its bounty, hiking, meditation, yoga, and a cooking class for all to remember and be one with nature, it’s beauty, and use traditional ancestral ways of healing with the earth’s energy.

Proceeds will be donated to the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County to support their academic program for youth and families.  Educational programs such as: Agriculture, Marine, Community Education and 4-H Youth Development programs. They are educators, researchers, specialists, and volunteers dedicated to the mission of preserving Suffolk County's vast heritage, protecting their eco-systems, supporting families, and providing youth opportunities for community service and research-based education in science, technology, engineering and math. (STEM)

This is a MUST registered event.  Space is limited

Join the Sierra Nevada Alliance for a free, bilingual, family-friendly event in Lake Tahoe.

On Sunday, September 15, Luis Rubio-Aguilar will guide a neighborhood nature hike followed by lunch and a paddle session in Kings Beach. Luis will teach participants about the amazing local trees and wildlife here in Kings Beach and the Tahoe Basin. Then, we’ll head to the beach for a free lunch, followed by a paddle session on Lake Tahoe. Participants can choose from a double kayak or a paddle board, and a lifeguard will be present.

Attendance is not required at all portions of the day, but we hope you’ll join us for all three!

Register here.

About Luis:

When Luis Rubio-Aguilar was 10 years old, he migrated from his birthplace in Jalisco, Mexico, to the Lake Tahoe area. Growing up there was an awesome experience for a kid: He got to ski, camp, ride bikes, play ball, and enjoy the beach. At 12 years old, he started skiing at Homewood Mountain Resort, where he fell in love with it. He has now worked in the ski industry for more than 10 years, and with his PSIA Level 2 Alpine certification, he enjoys coaching and teaching kids in one of his favorite sports. He is also a camp guide (bilingual), mentor, and musician. He spends a lot of his free time in woods and meadows identifying plants, flowers, and mushrooms and learning about their uses and their roles in nature. Time in the woods gives him peace of mind, an opportunity to reflect, and a sense of how complex life is. The more he learns about that, the more in touch he feels with himself and with life’s challenges. Having faced his own share of challenges, both when growing up and as an adult, he hopes the experiences he can share with students and peers will offer both knowledge and understanding.

Join the Sierra Nevada Alliance for a free, bilingual, family-friendly event in Lake Tahoe.

 On Saturday, September 14, Luis Rubio-Aguilar will guide a neighborhood nature hike followed by lunch and a paddle session in South Lake Tahoe. Luis will teach participants about the amazing local trees and wildlife here in South Lake Tahoe and the Tahoe Basin. Then, we’ll head to the beach for a free lunch, followed by a paddle session on Lake Tahoe. Participants can choose from a double kayak or a paddle board, and a lifeguard will be present.

 Attendance is not required at all portions of the day, but we hope you’ll join us for all three!

 Register here.

 About Luis:

 When Luis Rubio-Aguilar was 10 years old, he migrated from his birthplace in Jalisco, Mexico, to the Lake Tahoe area. Growing up there was an awesome experience for a kid: He got to ski, camp, ride bikes, play ball, and enjoy the beach. At 12 years old, he started skiing at Homewood Mountain Resort, where he fell in love with it. He has now worked in the ski industry for more than 10 years, and with his PSIA Level 2 Alpine certification, he enjoys coaching and teaching kids in one of his favorite sports. He is also a camp guide (bilingual), mentor, and musician. He spends a lot of his free time in woods and meadows identifying plants, flowers, and mushrooms and learning about their uses and their roles in nature. Time in the woods gives him peace of mind, an opportunity to reflect, and a sense of how complex life is. The more he learns about that, the more in touch he feels with himself and with life’s challenges. Having faced his own share of challenges, both when growing up and as an adult, he hopes the experiences he can share with students and peers will offer both knowledge and understanding.

Fifth-graders from throughout Eagle County who attend public and private schools or receive homeschool education gather at a common location for a day full of all things water.  When the event started back in 2019, it was part of the Eagle Valley Outdoor Movement – a coalition that breaks down the barriers of outdoor recreation – with the goal to teach our young students about local rivers and streams and inspire a curiosity for nature. Students learn all about water through hands-on exploratory activities. Activities include fly fishing, water safety, macro-invertebrate searching, and how water treatment works. Each student visits 5 stations throughout the day and local community experts lead each station. 

Event Highlights:

• Educational Opportunities: Learn about environmental issues affecting Latino communities.
• Access to the Anacostia River: Activities that support and increase access to the river (fishing, kayaking, and boat tours)
• Outdoor Learning and Recreation: Enjoy outdoor learning and recreational activities.
• Community Engagement: Connect with local environmental and community engagement efforts.

Immerse yourself in the wonders of the outdoors and indulge in enriching activities and more at the Springs Preserve! Join us for an-array of captivating FREE activities:

¡Sumérgete en las maravillas al aire libre y disfruta de exhibiciones enriquecedoras y más en Springs Preserve! Únete a nosotros para una variedad de cautivadoras actividades GRATUITAS. Cupo limitado ¡Reserva tu lugar hoy!

Trails Clean Up – Roll-up your sleeves and help restore the natural beauty of the Springs Preserve’s trail system. A great way to volunteer and celebrate Latino Conservation Week! Saturday, September 14, 2024, 7:30 – 10:30 am (Contact the Springs Preserve Volunteer Office at springspreserve.volunteeroffice@lvvwd.com to reserve your spot. Must be 14 years old or older.) For more information: https://www.springspreserve.org/events/index.cfml?id=2400

Limpieza de Senderos: Hora de arremangarse y ayudar a restaurar la belleza natural del sistema de senderos de Springs Preserve. ¡Una excelente manera de ser voluntario y celebrar la Semana Latina de la Conservación! Sábado, 14 de septiembre de 7:30 – 10:30 am (Contacta la Oficina de Voluntarios de Springs Preserve en: springspreserve.volunteeroffice@lvvwd.com para reservar tu lugar. Debes tener 14 años o más.)

Nature Walk and WaterWorks Museum Tour – Connect with the outdoors and learn more about Southern Nevada water resources in this bilingual tour. Take a walk through the Springs Preserve’s trail system, native habitats, and archaeological sites before touring an active pump station where you can learn where our water comes from, how it’s delivered, and how our community conserves it! Plus, enjoy a refreshing treat (delicious paletas) as you complete the tour and trail walk. Sunday, September 15 & Sunday, September 22, 2024, 8am at the Trailhead. (Free, reservations are required.) For more information and to register: https://www.springspreserve.org/events/index.cfml?id=2401

Caminata por la naturaleza y visita al museo WaterWorks: conéctate con el exterior y aprende más sobre los recursos hídricos del sur de Nevada en este recorrido bilingüe. Da un paseo por los sitios arqueológicos de Springs Preserve y la estación de bombeo activa, donde aprenderás de dónde viene nuestra agua, cómo se entrega y cómo la conserva nuestra comunidad. Además, disfrutaras de un refrigerio (deliciosas paletas). Domingo 15 y 22 de septiembre a las 8 am en Trailhead. (Gratis, solo reserva tu lugar).

Springs Preserve Garden Party – Join us for a fun, family-friendly event at the Springs Preserve. Enjoy a 20-minute bilingual garden lessons on what to grow in your backyard this fall, along with drop-in activities for kids to learn all about desert gardening – including what kinds of critters live in the garden, how plants grow, and how to conserve water! Take advantage of these exciting outdoor activities, enjoy some treats and take home a children’s garden kit (limited quantities available). Saturday, September 14, 2024 8-11am in the Botanical Gardens. (Free, reservations are required.) For more information and to register: https://www.springspreserve.org/events/index.cfml?id=2402

Fiesta en el jardín de Springs Preserve: únete a nosotros en este evento familiar. Disfruta de demostraciones de jardinería bilingües de 20 minutos sobre qué cultivar en tu jardín este otoño, junto con actividades sin cita previa para que los niños aprendan todo sobre la jardinería en el desierto, incluye tipo de bichos que viven en el jardín, cómo crecen las plantas y cómo ¡conservar agua! Disfruta estas actividades al aire libre y llévate a casa un kit de jardinería para niños (cantidades limitadas). Sábado 14 de septiembre de 8 a 11 am en el Jardín Botánico (gratis, solo reserva tu lugar).

For more information on all events: https://www.springspreserve.org/events/?id=2386

Inicia la Semana de Conservación Latina con este programa en el río Poudre #LCW2024

Dónde: En el sendero Poudre Trail. Estaciónate en las canchas de tenis en el parque Lee Martinez y sigue el sendero pavimentado hacia el oeste hasta que llegues a una pequeña playa en el lado norte del sendero.

Cuándo: Sábado 14 de septiembre de 9:30 am a 12 pm.

Se recomienda inscripción, pero no es obligatoria. Solo los participantes inscritos serán notificados si el programa se cancela o pospone.

Descripción del programa: Utiliza redes y bandejas de recolección para descubrir qué vive debajo de la superficie del río Cache la Poudre. Tendremos biólogos disponibles para ayudar a identificar tus hallazgos. Se proporcionará todo el equipo.

Para personas de todas las edades.

Personal bilingüe disponible.

Accesibilidad: El programa se lleva a cabo casi en su totalidad en un sendero para bicicletas pavimentado, accesible fácilmente para cualquier dispositivo de movilidad. Máximo 1 milla, ida y vuelta. Baños disponibles cerca del área de juegos del Parque Lee Martinez.

Qué traer: Vístete adecuadamente según el pronóstico del tiempo. Trae protector solar, sombrero, zapatos cerrados y resistentes y una botella de agua para beber. Este programa se realiza en el río, por lo que se recomienda utilizar repelente de insectos o mangas largas. ¡Trae zapatos para el agua y toallas para la diversión en el río! Tendremos botas impermeables disponibles.

English event description below.

Únase a Great River Greening en la celebración de la Semana Latina de Conservación en Garlough Park School Forest West St. Paul. En los últimos años, se han llevado a cabo importantes trabajos de restauración del hábitat en Garlough Park con el objetivo de crear bosques nativos y plantaciones de polinizadores para el disfrute del público y los estudiantes de la escuela primaria adyacente. Este evento continuará ese esfuerzo mediante la eliminación de los rebrotes del arbusto invasor y el establecimiento nativo del suelo del bosque mediante la propagación de semillas de pasto. Gracias por marcar la diferencia en conservación mientras disfrutas de un gratificante día en la naturaleza.

Este es un evento familiar. Para voluntarios de todas las edades y orígenes. No es necesario ningún conocimiento o experiencia previa, nosotros le proporcionaremos las herramientas y la formación requerida. Los voluntarios pueden esperar una caminata fácil y plana desde el estacionamiento / instalaciones hasta las áreas de trabajo.

Habrá snacks y agua disponible durante el evento. Por favor, traiga su propia botella de agua reutilizable. Además, traiga sus guantes de trabajo/jardinería si los tiene, si no, no hay problema, se les proporcionarán.

Si se alcanzó la capacidad máxima del evento, coloque su nombre en la lista de espera y se registrará automáticamente si queda un espacio disponible. Si eres menor de edad, deberás proporcionar una dirección de correo electrónico en el cuadro "Encuesta vinculada" para que podamos enviar una Exención de Responsabilidad Juvenil a tu padre o tutor. Si eres adulto que trae a un menor, puedes agregarlo como asistente y simplemente marcar la casilla "Exención juvenil" al registrarte. Si eres un adulto que se registra a sí mismo y a otro adulto, debes ingresar la dirección de correo electrónico del otro adulto para que esa persona pueda confirmar su registro y firmar electronicamente.

DÍA DEL EVENTO: Llegue puntualmente, dejando tiempo para estacionar y registrarse. Cuando se registre, se le orientará sobre el sitio y las actividades de restauración.

UBICACIÓN: Se enviarán via email detalles adicionales e instrucciones en las semanas previas al evento. Esté atento a las actualizaciones de GivePulse o Great River Greening.

SEGURIDAD: Garantizar la seguridad de nuestros voluntarios es nuestra máxima prioridad. Es importante que los participantes del evento usen zapatos cerrados y mangas largas para protegerse contra las garrapatas y la maleza áspera. Recomendamos vestirse para el clima, las capas son clave. Llevaremos a cabo el evento independientemente de las condiciones climáticas.

LIBERACIÓN DE RESPONSABILIDAD: Todos los voluntarios que participan en los eventos de Great River Greening liberan a Great River Greening y a sus empleados, funcionarios, directores o agentes de toda responsabilidad por reclamaciones de cualquier naturaleza que surjan de la participación en la medida en que dicha responsabilidad sea directamente atribuible a la negligencia de GRG, o sus respectivos empleados, funcionarios, directores o agentes. 

Nota: Al registrarse en línea, completará la liberación de responsabilidad y las exenciones de autorización de fotografías. Por favor, háganos saber en el evento si desea ser excluido de la fotografía del evento.

PREGUNTAS: Comuníquese con la Coordinadora de Eventos de Voluntarios de Great River Greening, Vanessa Berrueta al vberrueta@greatrivergreening.org o envíe un mensaje de texto / llame al 612.743.0630. Obtenga más información sobre Great River Greening en greatrivergreening.org. 

Gracias a nuestros financiadores y socios:

City of West St. Paul, ENRTF, OHF, ISD197, Dakota County.

Huellas Latinas – Latino Conservation Week.  

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English Version 

Join Great River Greening in celebrating Latino Conservation Week at Garlough Park School Forest West St. Paul. In recent years, significant habitat restoration work has been carried out in Garlough Park with the aim of creating native forests and pollinator plantations for the enjoyment of the public and students at the adjacent primary school. This event will continue that effort by removing regrowth of the invasive buckthorn and establishing the native forest floor by spreading grass seeds. 

This is a family-friendly event. Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to attend. No previous knowledge or experience is necessary, we will provide the tools and training required. Volunteers can expect an easy, flat walk from parking/ facilities to work areas.

There will be light snacks and extra water available during the event. Please bring your own reusable water bottle. In addition, bring your work/gardening gloves if you have them, if not they will be provided.

If the event has reached capacity, please add your name to the waitlist and you will be automatically registered if space becomes available. If you are a minor registering yourself, you will need to provide an email address in the "Linked Survey" box so we can send a Youth Liability Waiver to your parent or guardian. If you are an adult bringing a minor, you can add them as an attendee and simply check the "Youth Waiver" box upon registering. If you are an adult registering yourself and another adult, you will need to enter their unique email address to the Attendee registration, so they can confirm their registration and electronically sign their own waivers.

DAY OF:  Please arrive promptly, allowing time for parking and a short walk to check in. When you check-in, you will be oriented to the site and restoration activities.

LOCATION:  Additional details and directions will be sent out in the weeks leading up to the event. Keep an eye out for updates from GivePulse or Great River Greening.

SAFETY: Ensuring the safety of our volunteers is our highest priority. It is important that event participants wear close-toed shoes and long sleeves to protect against ticks and scratchy brush. We recommend dressing for the weather, layers are key. We will hold the event rain or shine.

RELEASE OF LIABILITY:  All volunteers participating in Great River Greening events release Great River Greening and its employees, officers, directors, or agents from any and all liability from claims of any nature whatsoever arising from participation the extent such liability is directly attributable to the negligence of GRG, or its respective employees, officers, directors or agents. 

Note: By registering online, you will complete the release of liability and photo release waivers. Please let us know at the event if you wish to be excluded from event photography.

QUESTIONS: Contact Great River Greening's Volunteer Event Coordinator, Vanessa Berrueta at vberrueta@greatrivergreening.org or text/call 612.743.0630. Learn more about Great River Greening at greatrivergreening.org. 

Thank you to our partners and funders: 

City of West St. Paul, ENRTF, OHF, ISD197, Dakota County.

Huellas Latinas – Latino Conservation Week.  

What’s in the garden? Swing by and find out what’s blooming and buzzing. Pitch in with gardening tasks and enjoy a refreshing paleta, a frozen treat. Meet at the Garden Gate, right next to the Round Barn. All gardening tools provided. All ages. Parent participation required. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. For information, call (510) 544-3265. 

 
¿Qué hay en el jardín? Pasa y descubre qué está floreciendo y zumbando. Colabora con las tareas de jardinería y disfruta de una refrescante paleta, un dulce congelado. Nos encontramos en la Puerta del Jardín, justo al lado del Granero Redondo. Se proporcionan todas las herramientas de jardinería. Para todas las edades. Se requiere la participación de los padres. Este es un programa sin inscripción previa; no es necesario registrarse. Para más información, llama al (510) 544-3265.

Start your morning with birds and cafecito (coffee)! Come together to celebrate birds and the conservation efforts of the Latino community on a leisurely walk. Birders of all levels are welcome. We will have cafecito, hot cocoa and binoculars to share. All ages. Parent participation required. Wheelchair accessible. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. For information, call (510)544-3265. 

¡Comienza tu mañana con aves y un cafecito! Ven y celebra las aves y los esfuerzos de conservación de la comunidad latina en un paseo tranquilo. ¡Todos los niveles de observadores de aves son bienvenidos! Tendremos cafecito, chocolate caliente y binoculares para compartir. Para todas las edades. Se requiere la participación de los padres. Accesible para sillas de ruedas. Este es un programa sin inscripción previa; no es necesario registrarse. Para más información, llama al (510) 544-3265.