Related Stewardship Activities and Presentations
The following are samples of some organized field trips within the vicinity of Sault Ste. Marie and some presentations that provide education and awareness to our congregation:
Field Trip to Brookfield Renewable Power (Windmill Farm) - renewable energy
Field Trip to Sault Ste. Marie Regional Conservation Authority with a visit to the Fort Creek Hub trail area - flood mitigation
Field Trip to Ontario Forest Research Institute - Forest Research and Development Section - ecological sustainability
Field Trip to Boniferro Mill (producer of maple flooring and assorted products) - exercising total utilization
Field Trip to Flakeboard Plant (utilizes all sawdust in making fibreboard/plywood) - waste not
Field Trip to PUC Water Treatment Plant - safe drinking water
Field Trip to Gilbertson's Maple Syrup Pancake House and tour - use of forest product
Presentation by Engineering and Planning Department, City of Sault Ste. Marie - waste control
Presentation by "The Algoma Beekeeper" Doug Fairburn - bees making a difference in the environment
Sermon by Pastor Brad at an Outdoor Service held at Lower Island Lake "Our Creation, Not For Sale" - a Lutheran church focus
For a full report on the above outings, click on the pdf file.
Master Plan Stewardship of Creation Greening