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newo-isîhcikewina mâmawikapesiwin

4 Ceremonies Gathering
May 23 - 27, 2011

Cultural Camp

&

New Sun Gathering
May 26, 2011

EVERYONE Welcome
All activities are free for northeast FN residents.
Some fees will apply for students who are seeking course credit
or for large groups to help with food costs.

Preregistration is required for schools & other large groups, call to help us to plan for you.

Donations are gratefully accepted.

Schedule of Activities   UPDATED April 28, 2011

newo-isîhcikewina mâmawikapesiwin provides a collective experience in a natural land-based setting.

We bring generations together to nurture & celebrate the spirit of the family.

 Participants access social and spiritual opportunities to empower communities
 to break the abuse cycle and continue the healing journey for generations yet to be born.

For more information:

Call Vince @ (780) - 645 - 4455, ext 112 or

Lucie @ (780)-645-4455 ext 104

EMAIL >>  Lucie

(toll free) 1-888-645-4455

Audio extract from:
"World's Leading Round Dance Songs CD" > McGilvery & Green-Wishing You Were Here

LOCATION: (see map) 4.8 km west of St Paul, Alberta on  Highway #29 & 1 km north on Range Road 101 (par the airport) on the BQFNC campus.  Blue Quills First Nations College is well marked with a large highway sign in both directions at Range road # 101

Important: bring your ceremonial kits i.e. skirts or wraps for women, long pants for men, feast dishes, as well as prints, ribbons, and tobacco if you want to make offerings.   Some of these items will be available for sale on site (limited amounts). 

If you are going to camp over, please bring your own camping equipment (tents and blankets)

Objectives:

1. To provide a collaborative experience in a natural traditional setting/camp environment; and

2. To bring the generations together; and

3. To nurture & celebrate the spirit of the family; and

4. To provide emotional and spiritual healing opportunities that will empower communities to break the abuse cycle and continue the healing journey for generations yet to be born.

The Cultural Camp is a Community Camp

It is open to everyone.

TIMES:

    Are approximate, the rhythms of the day are guided by the community process we all engage in.

CAMPFIRES:

    A central community fire will be established or guided by the fire keeper.

MEALS:

    All meals are provided on the site at no cost to participants and visitors unless otherwise stated.

    In the traditional way, you must bring your own dishes and utensils.

WATER:

    There are no showers for visitor use. Shower arrangements are with the St Paul Swimming Pool

    and require a pool pass

WASHROOMS:

    There are several portable toilets cleaned and maintained daily

SECURITY:

    Security is provided as we want all visitors to enjoy a safe camping and cultural experience

PARTICIPANTS WILL:

• behave in a respectful manner toward participants, facilitators, staff, ceremonies, all activities and facilities

• be responsible for their own learning & healing

• not use/abuse alcohol or other drugs

• remain within the camp perimeter (no traffic in or out of camp from 11 pm to 6 am except for emergencies

• park in designated areas only (no parking on camp grounds)

• share collective responsibility for the well-being and safety of children following the traditional teachings of Love, Honesty, Sharing and Determination

The Cultural Camp is Family / Group focused, parents / guardians / supervisors must closely monitor children and youth at all times, as well as participate in the activities with them

 Camp Schedule (tentative) Click Here to Open or Save a copy (PDF format)

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