New: Sky Woman Visual Arts Workshop
Aboriginal Voyageur Package
New: Aboriginal Sampler "Olympic" Tea
Creation
New: Maple Harvest Experience
Discovery Program
Taste of Native Spirit (Lunch)
Celebration of Native Spirit (Dinner)
Sunrise Breakfast
NEW - SKY WOMAN VISUAL ARTS WORKSHOP
Interactive workshops where guests will create their own masterpiece - an original stencil painting of the traditional characters portrayed in the Sky Woman Creation story (eagle, muskrat, sky woman and grandmother turtle all part of the storytelling theatre performance) Also includes guided tour of native village, storytelling theatre and vibrant pow wow dance performance.
Intinerary
Cost
Adult/Seniors $30.00 + HST
DURATION: 2 to 2.5 hours
NEW ABORIGINAL SAMPLER "OLYMPIC "TEA
Aboriginal Experiences were proud to be selected as the Exclusive Caterer for the Aboriginal Pavilion at the 2010 Olympic Games. This new package will feature a guided tour, vibrant dance performance and a sample platter of our highly acclaimed Aboriginal fusion menu, served along with traditional tea and bannock.
Adult/Seniors $32.50 + HST
DURATION: 1.5 to 2 hours
NEW MAPLE HARVEST EXPERIENCE
Ideal for our spring and fall groups, this new package includes a guided tour and vibrant dance performance as well as interactive fireside demonstration on the traditional methods of preparing maple syrup over the campfire.
HARVEST SEASONAL MENU OPTIONS:
Special, custom designed menus for breakfast, lunch or dinner will feature seasonal foods harvested by Aboriginal peoples including real maple syrup, corns, beans and squash (three sisters), wild rice and game meats.
Adult/Seniors
Adult/Seniors w Meal
$31.50 + HST
$56.00 + HST
DURATION: 2.5 to 3 hours
ABORIGINAL ADVENTURER; NOV through APRIL - Half Day package (min. group of 45)
A NEW YEAR ROUND maple adventure (perfect for winter/spring groups) at beautiful Fulton‟s Sugarbush and Pancake House, located just 40 minutes west of Ottawa. This half day package, set in the beautiful 350 acre forest in the Ottawa valley includes a guided maple tour, horse-drawn sleigh or wagon ride, Aboriginal songs storytelling and interactive Pow Wow dance performance plus maple magic animation around the campfire, set against the maple forest backdrop. Hearty maple meals available. This package is booked directly through Fultons at (613) 256-3867.
Adult
Seniors/Child
$68.00 + HST
$48.00 + HST
ABORIGINAL VOYAGEUR PACKAGE
An exciting half day package that takes you on a journey through Canadian history. Includes self guided tour of the Canadian Museum of Civilization, Canadas largest and most visited museum to witness their impressive First Peoples displays. Following this visit, our new voyageurs will set off in Radabaska canoes from the shores of CMC with costumed, animated voyageurs. As guests paddle their way to Victoria Island (1 hour) they will learn about the way of life for these early explorers. After a traditional welcome onto this historical native island, the group will enjoy a guided tour of our native village and enjoy our vibrant First Nations dance performance, before joining in the Friendship Dance. (optional Aboriginal meals available for both lunch and dinner) at additional cost
Adults $45.00 + HST
Seniors/Child $40.00 + HST
Voyageur Canoe
Add On to other
packages $20.00 + HST
DURATION: HALF DAY
CREATION Independent or Add On
Guests will enjoy this interactive workshop in creating your own authentic and unique souvenir. While making their own craft, participants will learn all of the teachings and stories behind them. Authentic materials included.
Medicine Wheel- an introduction to the core of Aboriginal beliefs (looking at the circle & 4 directions)
Dreamcatcher - an ancient Ojibway legend led to this popular craft, gifted to keep someone safe in their sleep
General Cost $18.00 + HST
Add On to other package $14.00 + HST
DURATION: 1.5 hours
LEGENDS
Includes a guided tour of the native village and a tradition legend shared with the group.
Only available in English.
Students $7.00 + HST
DISCOVERY Tour and Dance
(arrival between 10 am and 4pm)
This package includes an informative tour of the native village outlining the diversity of Aboriginal cultures across Canada. Followed by a vibrant and interactive performance of traditional Pow Wow dance concluding with a shared friendship dance
Evening Discovery Program - arrival between 4 to 7 pm including 30 minute bonfire at conclusion.
Adults $15.00 + HST
(under 12) $10.50 + HST
Evening Discovery $18.00 + HST
Taste of Native Spirit
Lunch Program (arrival between 11am and 2pm)
Offering a short interactive tour of the village followed by a BBQ luncheon and vibrant and interactive performance of the traditional Pow Wow dancers, concluding with friendship dance.
Standard Menu option includes:
Choice of Buffalo Burger (beef, salmon and veggie options) or smoked venison sausage. Served with side dishes of wild rice salad, bean salads, three sister soup and tossed green salad with raspberry vinaigrette and corn. Served with coffee, tea, water or strawberry juice
Available - evening arrival and boxed lunch options.
Adults $21.00 + HST Evening $25.00 + HST
(under 12) $16.00 + HST Menu add on
to other packages $12.00 + HST
DURATION: 1.5 - 2 hours
Celebration of Native Spirit
Evening Program (arrival between 4pm and 6pm)
An ideal evening activity provides a unique experience along with an awesome backdrop of Parliament at night. This package includes interactive guided tour of the village and a dinner buffet which allows the adventurous to sample Natiive foods, but provides "safe" samples for everyone. Following the meal guests will receive a vibrant and interactive performance of traditional Pow Wow dancing concluding with a "friendship dance". An optional bonfired can be enjoyed on the shores of the Ottawa Riverwith conversation, stories or songs on hand drum for an additional cost.
Menu: Bannock bread served with butter and jams, three sister soup, tossed salad with maple poppyseed or raspberry vinaigrettes, pasta, bean and wild rice salads grilled corn niblets (on the cob in season) grilled maple chicken, smoked venison stirfry, grilled salmon with pasta and Rose Cream, seasonal soup or salad - Chef's Choice, Pound cake with blueberry sauce, beverages including coffee, tea, water and strawberry juice.
Available - afternoon arrival .
Adults $39.00 + HST
(under 12) $29.00 + HST Menu add on
to other packages $22.00 + HST
Morning Program (arrival between 8am and 11am)
This package includes being greeted with welcome song and short guided tour of village with native guide introducing lifestyles, traditions and culture followed by Native "Maple" Buffet Breakfast and a Traditional Native Dance performance encouraging guest to participate in a friendship dance to complete the tour.
Breakfast menu includes:
Scrambled Eggs, Home Fries, Octoberfest and Venison Sausages, Pancakes with Maple Syrup, Bannock with perserves, granola, yogurt, fruit salad, juice, Coffee and selection of herbal teas.
Adults
(under 12) $24.00 + HST
Student Program Cost
Tour with Q & A (optional)
Medicine Wheel - Grades 2 - Adult
Dreamcatcher - Grades 3 - Adult
Talking Feather - Grades K - 2
Teaching Rock - Grades K 2
General Cost - $18.00 + HST
Add On to
other package - $14.00 + HST
$4.00 + HST
$8.50 + HST
$4.50 + HST
