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Preparation. Build. Product.

12/7/2020

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A quinzhee or quinzee is a “Canadian snow shelter that is made from a large pile of loose snow which is shaped then hollowed. A quinzee can be made for winter camping and survival purposes, or for fun.” 

Congratulations! You have successfully prepared, built and enjoyed the final product of your quinzee! The process took time, hard work, determination and effort but overall, it was worth it. During the three step process, you may have experienced a variety of thoughts, feelings and emotions. Take us through your experiences at each stage of the quinzee process by expertly crafting a blog post. Your blog post must include reference to the following stages:
  1. Preparation (bringing materials, choosing a space, piling snow)
  2. Build (doorway, hollowing out your quinzee, making it feel like “home”)
  3. Product (spending time in your quinzee)

As you discuss each stage of the process, share with the reader your thoughts, feelings and emotions. Did building a quinzee take as much time as you thought it would? Which stage posed the most challenge? How did it feel sitting in your quinzee when it was done? What would it be like to use a quinzee for shelter during an extended period of time? 

The list of questions could go on, and on… Remember to use descriptive word choice as you describe each stage. The reader should feel as though they are right there sharing in the experience with you as they read!
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*Please have your final blog post uploaded to your website by Wednesday, December 9th.*
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My Map

11/20/2020

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Blog Reflection: Past, Present and Future

11/6/2020

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We have explored a variety of themes throughout classroom discussions, readings and learning activities over the past few weeks. These themes include:
  • Past, Present and Future (Perspectives)
  • Technology
  • Environmental Impacts

Considering these themes, respond to the following questions in a Reflective Blog:
  • Do you believe technology plays a more harmful or helpful role for humanity? 
  • How would you describe the outlook of our future world if you were having a conversation with Ray Bradbury?

Ensure you make reference to all of the following mediums throughout your blog post, by using specific examples, details or personal perspectives:
  1. “There Will Come Soft Rains”, by Ray Bradbury
  2. Wall-E (Pixar Movie)
  3. Watershed Tour and Meewasin Valley Reflections

**Refer to the Blog Writing Checklist as you complete your post. Have your reflection posted to your website by Tuesday, November 10th.**

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Solo Reflection | Saskatoon Water Tour

10/7/2020

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We have spent time over the past few weeks travelling the Meewasin Valley by bike, exploring the concepts of our city’s Water System and the various landmarks that make up our Watershed. We have discussed a variety of impacts both natural and human-influenced within the Meewasin Valley; some of which may be more positive or negative than others. Reflect on how the river valley, and ultimately our city, has changed over time...

Take a moment and reflect on our Saskatoon Water Tour that had us travel a number of kilometers around the city and along the Meewasin Valley. As you sit on the South Saskatchewan River Bank use these prompts to help guide your reflection: 
You don’t need to answer each question individually, they are merely just a guide for your thinking.
  • How have both the natural and human impacts affected the Meewasin Valley over time? What do you think the river valley looked like 150 years ago? How have the impacts positively impacted the city of Saskatoon? What about negatively?

  • How do you see the Meewasin Valley further transforming? What will the river valley look like 150 years into the future? What impacts (both natural and human-influenced) will further happen? 

  • What vision do you ultimately have for our Meewasin Valley and the City of Saskatoon’s Water System?

    Please refer to the "Blogging Checklist" before posting your final draft on your website.
    Your blog should be posted to your website by Tuesday, October 13th. 


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It’s All About the Journey

9/20/2020

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We had just finished our first week as a full collective; a new group of ScienceTrek students, excited for the unknown and eager to take on the first group bike ride out to Crickle Creek! The weather couldn’t have been much more perfect on a sunny September day, travelling along the River Valley, seeing the leaves change colour before our own eyes and illuminate the backdrop. Sound of pedal strokes, laughter and the trail of our class in their brand-new fluorescent pack covers were easy to spot. Although the trip went a little differently than as planned, it turned out to be a great day, carved out by a new journey for us to share together.

Take the reader of your blog post alongside you on our first trip out to Crickle Creek. What thoughts, feelings and anticipations did you experience before embarking on our 10 km trip as a group of 29 riders? How did you initially react to the roadblock we experienced as we left Montgomery Place? Ultimately, share with the reader your overall journey from start to finish; including the new route, trivia/mini-golf at Crickle Creek and trip back. After undergoing our first week together (and first 20km round-trip via bike), we hope the experiences this far have helped you begin to form new friendships and allowed you to see fellow Trekkers that you can rely on.

Please have your blog completed in a Google Doc form by Wednesday, September 23rd.
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