Day 1

Upon leaving Regina, you will notice how the northern plains have been transformed into mostly agricultural lands. One hundred and fifty years ago, natural prairie used to be the dominant cover, feeding vast herds of bison. The hunters took advantage of these seemingly endless resources. In the winter, they found refuge in valleys such as the Qu'Appelle. Plenty of shelter and and food resources could be found year-round on the land of the Cowessess First Nation.

There you will meet your host Hugh Lerat. He is an important man in his community. He sits on the committee responsible for the future of the band's land holdings. He'll introduce the teepee, your home for the next two nights. You will learn how to tend the fire and how not to set the teepee on fire.

Your afternoon will be spend surveying the land with Hugh on a horse or on cross-country skis in the winter. You will appreciate the magnificence of this valley that stretches across much of Saskatchewan. It is the heartland of numerous First Nations, sacred and beautiful.

Day 2

Today you might learn how to find plants that are edible in the prairie environment. Hugh Lerat has learned from his grandmother how to make use of plants in ways we are unaware of. For instance, how to boil some plants to make a very healthy shampoo. In the winter, this might be your opportunity to try your hand at ice fishing on Crooked Lake. With us will be Wesley Fineday, a traditional storyteller who will share some of the aboriginal histories of his people with us through the next day.

Day 3

More stories and legends and perhaps some canoeing before we head back to Regina in the afternoon. This vacation with the Great Plains'  Cree people of Canada will be remembered forever.

Package includes: Spacious 6-8 adult teepees, camping equipment, all home-cooked meals and refreshments, fees, applicable taxes, professional guide and all transportation from point of departure to point of return. Sleeping bags not included.