Mohkinstsis Winter Walking Tour of Calgary's Indigenous History
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The Mohkinstsis (MOH-kin-stiss) Winter Walking Tour is an authentic Indigenous walking tour of St. Patrick’s Island that provides guests with the opportunity to learn about local Indigenous history through cultural sharing with a local Indigenous guide. We share with our guests traditional ways of life, the history of Indigenous people in Calgary and how the Blackfoot people have overcome many barriers to once again thrive in their traditional territory.
The tour provides guests with the opportunity to connect with a local Indigenous guide in a winter outdoor setting that fosters learning and open dialogue. The tour is approximately 1.5 to 2 hours depending on the speed of the group. The trail is 2.5 kms and is a combination of paved trail and snow-covered gravel. We suggest warm clothes and comfortable footwear. During the tours we maintain physically distancing of 2 metres (6 feet) or more, and are in compliance with all COVID-19 guidelines as outlined by Alberta Health Services.
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Itinerary
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Stop At: St. Patrick's Island, 1300 Zoo Rd NE, Calgary, Alberta T2E 7V6 Canada
Your Indigenous guide will meet you at the George C King Bridge and guide along a 2.5 km walking tour through Calgary's St. Patrick's Island while you learn from your Indigenous guide about the Indigenous history of Calgary and the traditional territory of the Blackfoot People.
The Mohkinstsis (MOH-kin-stiss) Tour is named for the Blackfoot name for Calgary. The tour is approximately 90 mins to 120 mins depending on the speed of the group and we welcome questions and enjoy curious guests. The trail is a combination of paved trail and gravel. Comfortable footwear suggested for the 2.5 km route.
Our First Nations guide looks forward to sharing their culture through sharing the history of the land and sharing stories of their connection to the land.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Bow River, Calgary, Alberta Canada
The walking tour includes stops along the Bow River with descriptions of important Blackfoot traditional locations and stories.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- There are public washrooms available at the midpoint of the tour.
- There are some benches along the trail for guests to sit.
- Recommended only for those who can travel approximately 2.5 km on foot while on the tour.
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- This experience is entirely outdoors and groups are limited to 6 to help ensure we are able to maintain a 2 to 3 metre (6 to 9 feet) physical distancing. We follow all current medical safety protocols and guidelines provided by Alberta Health Services.
- Stories of growing up on reserve, Indigenous traditions, stories and cultural ways of life
- Entry/Admission - St. Patrick's Island
Exclusions
- Does not include transportation to the start of the walking tour.
Departure Point
George C. King Bridge, 234, Bow River Pathway, Calgary, AB T2E, Canada, Canada
Departure Time
1:00 PM
Duration
180 to 200 minutes
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
Voucher Info
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
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