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Half-day Experiences

Intertribal Dance
Today's modern Pow Wow dancing is a gathering, a social occasion, and a time to come together to honor the heritage that has been passed down from our ancestors. Participants are invited to dance!

•Call for winter availabaility. Available upon request.

Adult $12.50, Youth & Elders $7.50, Children Free

LOCATION: Ojibwe Cultural Foundation, M'chigeeng

Ojibway Traditional Craft
Ojibway Traditional CraftUnder the expert guidance of a skilled craftsperson, try your hand at a small bead and leather craft item.(medicine pouch or dreamcatcher)
Program runs Monday through Friday (PM)

•Call for winter availabaility. Available upon request.

Adult $25.00*, Youth & Elders $15.00*

LOCATION: Ojibwe Cultural Foundation, M'chigeeng

Mnidoo Mnising Art Tour

Artists open their private, working studios to guests, answer questions, provide demonstrations, and offer their original creative artwork for sale. Every gallery/studio is a unique experience.

•Call for winter availability. Available upon request.

Adult $25.00, Youth & Elders $15.00, Children Free.

LOCATION: Wikwemikong & MChigeeng.

Lillian's Quill Box Museum

View the intricate weaving of the porcupine quills and sweetgrass binding of these handcrafted quill boxes that have made manitoulin Island famous as the Quill Box Capital of the World! Take time to browse the adjacent gift shop.

Hours of Operation 9:00am to 6:00pm

Admission: $2.00 per person.

LOCATION: M'Chigeeng First Nation

Hand Drum singing

Enjoy the chanting of traditional hand drum singing. Learn the meaning of the songs, how the drum was made and where the songs come from. Feel the pride of the singers as you are invited to share in the songs and try your hand drumming.

• Call for winter availability. Available upon request.

Adult $25.00*, Youth & Elders $15.00*, Children Free.

LOCATION: Ojibwe Cultural Foundation, M'Chigeeng

Experience the History, Enjoy the Culture

Visit the state-of-the-art Ojibwe Cultural FoundationOjibwe Cultural Foundation heritage museum and art gallery. Participate in a guided tour of the fscility, view displayed artworks and film footage in the cultural arts theatre in the rotunda. Visit the new children's program offered free with paid adult admission.

•Call for winter availability. Available upon request.

Adult $12.50, Youth & Elders $7.50, Children Free.

LOCATION: M'Chigeeng First Nation

                  

Mother Earth Nature Hike
Mother EarthEscorted by your Aboriginal Guide, you will participate in a Mother Earth Nature Walk. Learn the identification of various local plant species and be given an explanation of their uses in traditional cooking and the medicinal properties which they may contain.
Program runs Monday through Friday (AM)

Adult $25.00, Youth & Elders $15.00, (1) Childrens admission free with the purchase of one Adult/Elders admission.

LOCATION: Ojibwe Cultural Foundation, M'Chigeeng

(Hike takes place at the M'Chigeeng Hiking Trail.)

       

Bannock Making
Bannock MakingLearn how to cook "bannock" over an open fire while your hosts share their knowledge of local Aboriginal history and culture. Enjoy the traditional bread of the region as your teachers are well-known as making the "best bannock in northern Ontario!"
•Program will commence in June, 2008.

Golf The Rainbow Ridge

Golf Manitoulin's only 18-hole golf course. Tees to accommodate all levels of play, the Rainbow Ridge Golf Course boasts a challenge for both the avid golfer and beginner alike. Challenge your skills while taking in the natural setting and fresh northern air.

•Tee off times booked according to course availability.

LOCATION: Rainbow Ridge Golf Course, Wikwemikong. Course is open May 1, 2008, through October 31, 2008.

Picturesque Boat Tour

Follow in the wake of early explorers on this outstanding tour through some of the secluded waterways that surround Manitoulin Island. savor the rugged Beauty of the granite-sculpted Islands as your Native guide tours you areas with breathtaking scenery!

•Program will commence in July, 2008.

Original Native Theatre At Its Best

Presenting original works by Native playwrights, actors, and artists. Produced, presented, and toured by the De-ba-jeh-mu-jig Theatre Group.

•Program will commence in August, 2008.

 

* Ticket price includes "Experience the History, Enjoy the Culture" guided tour of the Ojibwe Cultural Foundation.