Community Course: The Biosphere in Your Backyard

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Saturday, May 28th, 2016
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Discover the meaning behind the UNESCO designation that marks the region where you live, work and play. Learn about our connection to the 668 other UNESCO biosphere reserves around the world and find out what makes the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region unique.

Together, we'll explore these questions: Why are UNESCO biosphere reserves valuable to people and communities? How do they support environmental, social, cultural, and economic sustainability? How are Vancouver Island University students and community organizations advancing our knowledge about this region?

Monica Shore, Sarah Lumley, and Dr. Pamela Shaw will host an engaging workshop that includes short presentations, stunning photo and video footage, fun activities and lots of time for discussion.

To register for the Biosphere in Your Backyard community course: Call VIU's Parksville Centre: 1-866-734-6252 OR Drop by in person: VIU's Parksville Centre, 100 Jensen Ave. E. $15 general public - includes admission to Milner Gardens (MGWN 010) $10 Milner Gardens members (course: MGWM 010) Tuition is due upon registration.

Note: This introductory course was sold out in September of 2015. We look to providing it again for those who were unable to attend last time. There are only 25 available spots!