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ECological Literacy
Facilitator: Gertie Jocksch. See bio on page 45.
Length: 2 hours
Date: Thu, Oct 18, 2012
Time: 7pm – 9pm
Cost: $15 (tax exempt)
Best to Register by: Thu, Oct 4, 2012
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Aboriginal Ways of Being and Knowing: Introduction to Coast Salish Culture
(Nov) GLEL2969, (Apr) GLEL2970
Explore the Coast Salish culture, a complex heritage thousands of years old and deeply rooted in the natural world. This gathering helps foster a deeper understanding of traditional Aboriginal culture, as well as an appreciation for the Aboriginal ways of knowing through Coast Salish designed art and storytelling. Explore male and female roles in traditional society, sustainable living practices, traditional
land use, traditional foods, and ethnobotany.
Facilitator: Charlene George. See bio on page 44.
Length: 1 day
Dates: Fri, Nov 9, 2012 or Fri,
Apr 5, 2013
Times: 9:30am – 4:30pm
Cost: $125 (tax exempt)
Best to Register by: Fri, Oct 26, 2012 or Fri, Mar 22, 2013
Counselling As If the Earth Mattered: Nature-Based Approaches to Therapeutic Change GLEL2950
Explore nature-based therapies as we address strategies, ethics, and other applications of ecopsychological theory,
or ecotherapies, in current settings for social service providers. An historical
sketch of the eld of applied ecopsychology and an examination of existing ecotherapies will be presented, followed by a series of experiential activities that bring Nature into the therapeutic process as co-facilitator. Low risk nature-based approaches as ideal expressions of applied ecopsychology will be offered.
Facilitators: Dave Segal.
See bio on page 49. And Hilary Leighton. See bio on page 47.
Length: 1 day
Date: Sat, Mar 9, 2013 Time: 10am – 4pm Cost: $145 (tax exempt) Best to Register by: Sat, Feb 23, 2012
Explorations on
the Story of the Universe and the Work of Brian Swimme GLEL2952
Humans are part of the 13.7 billion year story of the
universe. Why should we know the story of the universe? What does it mean for us? These are questions that Brian Swimme, a mathematical cosmologist, addresses, and by exploring Brian’s work we will consider these questions for ourselves. This daylong workshop includes several of Brian’s DVD presentations, and there will be time given for re ection and conversation.
Facilitator: Gertie Jocksch. See bio on page 45.
Length: 1 day
Date: Sat, Jan 26, 2013
Time: 9am-5pm
Cost: $85 (tax exempt)
Best to Register by: Sat, Jan 12, 2013
A Field Guide to The Wild Side: Exploring Human and More Than Human Nature through Ecopsychology
GLEL2948
Ecopsychology (EP) seeks to enhance our understanding
of our relationship with the earth, reminding us that the personal and planetary are interconnected and relevant to each other. EP is a convergence of whole systems theory; depth, archetypal, and transpersonal psychology, deep ecology, and environmentalism that aims
to restore the human-nature connection and rekindle our compassion for all beings. A
range of reference materials will be offered as well as experiential time on the land.
Facilitator: Hilary Leighton. See bio on page 47.
Length: 2 days
Date: Sat & Sun, Apr 13 & 14, 2013 Time: 10am-4pm
Cost: $155 (tax exempt)
Best to Register by: Sat,
Mar 30, 2013
Introduction to Cob Building
GLEL2951
Cob, a building material consisting of clay, sand,
water, and earth, has been used for construction since medieval times. It creates ideal structures; reproof, resistant to seismic activity, and inexpensive. It has seen
a revival through the natural building and sustainability movement. Materials are local, long-lasting, non-
toxic, and low impact. It’s easy to learn cob building
and it promotes community by building together. This workshop provides a hands-on introduction.
Facilitator: Beth Cruise. See bio on page 42.
Length: 1 day
Date: Sat, May 25, 2013 Time: 9am – 5pm
Cost: $95 (tax exempt) Best to Register by: Sat, May 11, 2013
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