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In the final episode of the Forest Capital of Canada celebration series, Aspen sits down with John Thurston and Gale Hayday, President and Vice President of the Northern Lights Forest Education Society, to explore the transformative power of forest education. They discuss how their programs are overcoming students' fears of the outdoors and introducing hands-on learning experiences in Alberta’s stunning Mackenzie region. John and Gale share stories about inspiring young minds, innovative education initiatives, and even a few heartwarming tales of learning in the great outdoors. Tune in to hear how their work is making a lasting impact.
The Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) is a non-profit association that has been the voice of the sustainable forest industry in Alberta since 1942. Alberta's forest industry supports over 31,500 jobs and generates $5.8 billion in provincial GDP.
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