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Things to Do Aboriginal Experiences British Columbia Guide Things To Do Immerse yourself in the living traditions of British Columbia’s Aboriginal peoples, and experience authentic music and dance, food, arts, stories and fascinating cultural artifacts. Arts & Culture Wildlife Tours Your vacation, ART GALLERIES, ARTIST STUDIOS, GIFT SHOPS Discover Mother Nature’s majesty and be inspired and awed by memorable and one-of-a-kind wildlife Aboriginal BC Whether looking for traditional Aboriginal masks and sculptures, Plus viewing tours, activities and excursions that or seeking more modern-influenced paintings and jewelry, you’ll find a stunning variety of styles and artistic mediums on display hold spiritual significance for British Columbia’s and for sale at the various Aboriginal-owned and operated art Aboriginal peoples. galleries and gift shops located throughout British Columbia’s BEAR WATCHING regions. There’s no better place in the world to experience a truly awe- MUSEUMS, HERITagE SITES, CULTURAL CENTRES inspiring bear watching excursion than in British Columbia. Come face to face with the fascinating stories, legends and Home to the rare Kermode (Spirit) bear, as well as more than myths of British Columbia’s Aboriginal peoples through half of Canada’s grizzly bears and a quarter of the country’s black educational and unique interpretive exhibits and activities. Step bears, BC offers unique opportunities to journey right into their into the past at these modern facilities and explore traditions natural habitat and view these magnificent giants that hold and a spiritual, sacred way of life that still thrives today. such spiritual significance for Aboriginal peoples. MARINE WILDLIFE WATCHING Discover British Columbia’s vibrant and thriving marine life as you explore pristine waters teeming with fish while in search of Visit AboriginalBC.com for the latest orcas (killer whales), dolphins, porpoises, seals, sea lions, otters, deals, events and information. While there, whales and other members of the ocean world. explore our blog for unique and authentic WHALE WATCHING stories from BC First Nations and Métis. Learn about traditional territories, as well as myths and legends while on an exciting and memorable whale watching excursion with an Aboriginal-owned and operated tour company. AboriginalBC.com Our passion is sharing our culture and telling our story. Our job is getting you there. Accommodation, Golf & Spas Experience a unique and memorable vacation of cultural discovery. Aboriginal-owned resorts and Safely experience these incredible and curious gentle giants in hotels feature breathtaking settings and incredible their natural habitat as they breach the water, tail slap and leap service, as well as the opportunity to learn and right into your fondest memories. understand the culture and traditions of Aboriginal BIG HORN SHEEP VIEWING people. Here you can sample traditional foods as Journey with Aboriginal guides to see gentle big horn sheep as well as modern fare and award-winning wines; get they graze in alpine meadows or on rocky outcroppings amongst pampered at a spa or cleanse your spirit at a sweat some of the most jaw-dropping scenery in British Columbia. lodge. You’ll also find incredible golf experiences, casinos and more at our Aboriginal-owned resorts, EagLE WATCHING hotels and lodges. Aboriginal Travel Services is an Sacred to British Columbia’s Aboriginal peoples, eagles hold a special place in ancient and time-honoured myths, legends, Aboriginal-owned Corporate rituals and ceremonies. Explore these magnificent birds’ & Leisure Travel Agency habitat as knowledgeable Aboriginal guides take you to nesting Outdoor Adventure and feeding grounds, and share their people’s history and Explore Aboriginal outdoor adventures by sea and Please contact us for information on culture through your awe-inspiring and first-hand experience. by land. Experience BC wildlife and bear tours, or the many authentic Aboriginal cultural enjoy whale watching and kayaking. travel options that we offer. Food & Wine Explore Aboriginal outdoor adventures on thrilling and memo- rable tours guided by knowledgeable First Nations guides. Hit Experience the culinary delights of Aboriginal British Columbia’s crystal clear rivers and lakes for canoe, kayak chefs trained to prepare both traditional foods by and boat excursions, or try your hand at angling or flyfishing. methods handed down by uncounted generations, Experience the excitement of gold-panning, or head into the as well as thoroughly modern creations inspired by pristine backcountry for spectacular guided walks and nature their heritage and culture. hikes through BC’s scenic landscapes. Aboriginal Travel Services 1303 Homer Street Vancouver, BC 604-678-4890 • Toll-Free: 1-855-319-4552 AboriginalTravelServices.com Places To Go VANCOUVER COAST VANCOUVER ISLAND & MOUNTAINS The largest island off the Pacific Coast of This is the most populated region of the province continental North America, Vancouver Island is nine of BC, Canada, with stunning geography ranging times larger than Long Island, New York, and larger from oceans to mountains, and includes temperate than many European and Asian countries. rainforests, alpine peaks, lakes, fjords and fertile On the island you can experience whale watching, visit cultural valley delta lands. centres, go skiing, surfing, kayaking and hike through virgin rainforests. Before there were cities, wineries and golf courses The Coast Salish, one of the largest First Nations in the province, in this area of BC, there were First Nations villages. The Coast THOMPSON OkaNagaN inhabits the entire region. Amongst the Coast Salish are the Salish, Nuu-chah-nulth and Kwakwaka’wakw lived in areas Squamish, Lil’wat, Sto:Lo and Tseil-Waututh Nations. Throughout The Thompson Okanagan region of BC has semi- where the ocean provided them with all the food our ancestors the region you can share their culture through interpretive centres, arid deserts, vast wilderness parks, and some of could eat and the mild climate of the temperate rainforest meant performance spaces, gift and art shops, guided interpretive tours the most fertile farmland in the province. There that edible plants provided harvest throughout much of the on water and land, workshops, and festivals. year. The food came to them, eliminating the need to migrate to are mountains, meadows, lakes, rivers, waterfalls, follow herds, so their houses were large permanent structures, rolling hills, and thick forests. often facing outward to the ocean, the food source and avenue The indigenous peoples of this area are the Nlaka’pamux, of transportation. This ease of survival ensured the people had Okanagan and Secwepemc nations, each with distinct cultures enough leisure time to develop richly complex art forms. and traditions. The Nlaka’pamux are known for expressing Today, the First Nations people of Vancouver Island tell the landscape of their homeland, their dreams, and their their stories through cultural presentations, art, adventure experience through their clothing, face-painting, and jewelry. The Secwepemc people carry forward their knowledge of plants experiences, and interpretive centres. for food, medicine and tools. The Okanagan First Nations lived in harmony with the land, and now educate others through the Nk’Mip Desert Cultural Centre in the southern Okanagan. CARIBOO CHILCOTIN COAST This region of BC, which takes part of its name from the indigenous peoples that live here, spans KOOTENay ROckIES NORTHERN BRITISH latitudinally across the lower middle of the province, COLUMBIA from the fjord-like coastline through lush rainforests Located in the southeastern corner of the province, to arid mountain peaks and deep canyons. the Kootenay Rockies region of BC embraces Northern BC comprises more than half the entire In the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast region of BC you will find small five different mountain ranges, including the province. At approximately 500,000 square western ranges of the Canadian Rockies, creating populations of people sparsely dispersed in a vast landscape. kilometres, it is larger than California or Japan and The Tsilhqot’in (also called the Chilcotin) people are the most breathtaking vistas and river valleys and providing a twice the size of the United Kingdom. southern of the Athapascan-speaking Aboriginal people in world-class outdoor playground. The region is home to many First Nations including the Haida, British Columbia. When translated Tsilhqot’in means “river This is the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa Kinbasket Nation, Tsimshian, Nisga’a, Kaska, Gitxsan, Dene Thah, Dunne-za, people”. Their traditional territory is the high altitude Chilcotin also known as the Kootenay (or Kootenai in the US). Shared Carrier Sekani and the Tlingit people. The monumental totem Plateau where they occupy the rivers. Along the coast are lands, a rich cultural heritage, and a language so unique that it poles that have become famous throughout the world originate people of the Kwakwakaw’akw, the Nuxalk people of Bella is not linked to any other in the world, make the Ktunaxa First in the northwest coast region of northern BC. Coola and Coast Salish Nations and, further to the interior, is Nations distinctive. the historical territory of the Northern Secwepemc, part of the Northern BC has a host of wonderful experiences to offer visitors Interior Salish peoples. to the area, from inns and resorts to guiding services, fishing lodges and adventure tours, as well as art galleries, museums, Visitors can
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