Ind. Land Activities
A type of harvesting sport which occurs on land and contributes to the most protein and fat dense components of indigenous meals.
What is hunting?
A type of water activity which involves designing enclosures and using nets and traps to catch diverse aquatic species.
What is trapping?
This traditional Indigenous art form involves creating intricate patterns using beads.
What is beadwork?
Indigenous education often emphasizes this holistic approach that incorporates physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
What is holistic education?
The belief that objects, places, and creatures all possess a distinct spiritual essence.
Animism
A type of harvesting sport which occurs on land and contributes to the vitamins & minerals components of indigenous meals.
What is gathering?
A sport in which the participants are on land but most of the action happens beneath the surface of water.
What is fishing?
Indigenous artists use this natural material to create beautiful and functional objects like baskets and hats.
What is sweetgrass?
Indigenous communities in Canada often value and incorporate teachings from these oral sources.
What is the oral tradition?
Many Indigenous cultures in Canada hold ceremonies to honor and connect with these celestial bodies.
What are the stars?
This skillful method of travel over frozen landscapes has been a vital part of Indigenous cultures in Canada.
What is dog-sledding?
A water sport which involves using the "bow" to cut through waves. This sport involves using a one-bladed paddle.
What is canoeing?
This traditional art form involves carving intricate designs into wood, often seen in totem poles.
What is wood carving?
Indigenous education often involves passing down knowledge through this intergenerational process within the community.
What is storytelling?
This term refers to the spiritual leaders in many Indigenous communities who guide and teach.
What are elders?
The activity of using physical efforts to build a traditional type of dwelling, made of natural materials.
What is longhouse building?
A water sport which targets 12 muscles groups and historically included a frame made of driftwood and greased sealskin.
What is kayaking?
This artistic practice involves transforming hides into soft, supple material for various purposes.
What is tanning?
This term refers to the traditional Indigenous method of learning through hands-on experience and observation.
What is experiential learning?
This sacred site, often found in nature, is considered a powerful and spiritual place in Indigenous beliefs.
What is a sacred mound?
The activity of using physical efforts to build an Indigenous Northern Canadian shelter made of snow. This type of snow dwelling was recently built within our Outdoor Education course.
What is Quinzhee building?
Indigenous communities often engage in this water-based event, a celebration of culture and community.
What are Water Powwows?
Indigenous people in Canada are known for their skill in crafting these functional items, often adorned with unique designs.
What are moccasins?
Indigenous education often emphasizes the importance of fostering a strong connection to this natural element.
What is the land?
The circle is a significant symbol in Indigenous beliefs, representing this fundamental concept.
What is interconnectedness?