Benefits of Urban Forests Blog #2


Benefits of Urban Forests Blog

 WEEK TWO
One of the more important benefits of the urban forest can be used as an educational resource and to bring groups together for activities like walking and bird-watching. Urban forests are also invaluable for children to play in and discover their sense of adventure.
Fish Creek Park is a provincial park
One of the largest urban park in Canada 


New this week for Walking By Designs 

Walking By Design-Chill'en Hoodie
A soft and comfy unisex hoodie with a hood, and cuffed long sleeves. Thanks to the fleece fabric and retail fit, this hoodie is a great partner all year round.
  • 52% airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, 
  • 48% poly fleece*
  • Hooded
  • Side seamed
  • Retail fit for extra comfort
  •  $35 usd.

With every sale made through our website we'll donate $1 to environmentally non-profit organizations promoting health of our oceans, forests and urban spaces. For more information please contact

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Thanks For Reading,
Chris

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