October – Habitat and Reciprocity  – Click here to learn more

The activity for October included a nature walk and scavenger hunt through the trails at 6 mile. Students were introduced to the works of Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer and learned about the principles of the Honourable Harvest and Reciprocity at a grade appropriate level. In pairs, students harvested long grass and learned braiding techniques to support their understanding of Sweetgrass, why it is a sacred medicine, and why it is commonly braided.

November – Sinixt Homeland  – Click here to learn more

A brief Art Alleries tour that began in the City Furniture parking lot. The tour highlighted Sinixt artist Ric Gendron’s painting Coming Home. After a short walk down to the Revelstoke Museum & Archives, museum staff guided the students through the exhibit Sinixt: People of the Place of the Bull Trout.

January – Storytelling In the Lodge  – Click here to learn more

The snow covers the ground and creates a hush in the air – this is the time for storytelling. Classes gathered around the propane fireplace to hear stories from the land.

February – Métis Dot Art –  Click here to learn more

Métis dot art, or pointillism, replicates the intricacies of Métis beadwork. This accessible and engaging art form provides an opportunity for students to explore this facet of Métis culture. 

March – Sounds of the Season –  Click here to learn more

Students received a brief lesson on using iPads to create audio files. We took a mindful outdoor walk and digitally recorded the sounds of the season. The students then uploaded their digital files to the Garage Band app and used their recorded sounds to create their own unique soundscape. An example is on the website if you click the link above.

April – Medicine Wheel Walk –  Click here to learn more

As they walked through the Forestry Museum trail system students engaged in five stations that explored elements of the Medicine Wheel. Station 1 was an introduction to the basic foundations of the Medicine Wheel. Stations 2 – 5 explored the Medicine Wheel components (Mental, Spiritual, Physical, Emotional) through independent and collaborative group activities.

May – Rocks Are Our Relatives  – Click here to learn more

An Indigenous worldview sees the interconnections between all beings. Whether they are plants, animals, fish, or rocks, all components of the world exist in reciprocity with one another. Grandfather Rocks are ancient teachers that hold stories about memory, stillness, and patience. At the boat launch we engaged in a variety of grade level appropriate activities that use storytelling, music, meditation, or balancing to explore these teachings.