Forage and Feast
Wild Green Soufflé with Violet Garnish. Photo by Julie Walker.
Julie Walker in mask with participants on the hike. Photo by Jeff Nelson.
Last year Keith and I met Julie Walker. She and Keith hosted a hike at Keith’s ranch on the topic of edible plans. Julie is well-grounded in the technical aspects of edible and medicinal plants. Keith added the history and uses from an Indigenous perspective.
The event will involve:
Cow Parsnip. Photo by Julie Walker.
Introductions, smudge, and prayer in the tipi
A hike with Julie and Keith to introduce us to dozens of edible and medicinal plants
Foraging for edible, wild plants and non-native species
A chance to build your relationship with the plant kingdom using all of your senses and hearing cultural stories that help connect you with the plant
Preparing and cooking the plants we have picked with the meat, ingredients, and spices brought by participants
Cooking various recipes using the pot, pans and utensils brought by participants
Then we will have a FEAST.
If you have time, you are welcome to join us.
Keith on horseback with the rest of the foragers. Photo by Jeff Nelson.
Learning the Stoney Nakoda Language - Level 1: Sat, Apr 9th at 9:00 am
Join us and learn the basics of the Stoney Nakoda language.
This is a FREE event sponsored by connectFirst Credit Union.
Drumming and Singing Demonstration - Nov 14
We are thinking of drumming, singing, and discussion. The discussions with Keith and visitors are always interesting and enlightening.
Truth and Reconciliation - Oct 1st
We are adding a extra day, in addition to Thursday, September 30th, to give people a chance to learn more about Truth and Reconciliation. Join Keith Lefthand in his tipi in Eden Valley, Alberta, for a discussion about this important topic and the impact on Indigenous people.
Traditional Competitive Games - Sep 11th
Competitive games are a traditional part of Indigenous culture. Join us to learn more and possibly participate.