“pe kapaysik miykowapi” (Come and Spend the Night)
OPTION ONE: Regular Tipi Sleepovers
OPTION TWO: Deluxe Tipi Sleepovers!
Tipi Sleepover Information:
OPTION ONE:
This program requires a minimum of 15 people, or minimum charge if your group is smaller than 15.
You will have access to the tipis, and need to bring in your own bed rolls and supplies for staying the night.
Our Tipi Village can accommodate up to 4 tipis set up, with each tipi sleeping up to 10-12 ppl on the wooden platform. (If you are a larger group, please e-mail to see options!)
5:30 p.m. – Arrival at Wanuskewin:
Meet-and-greet with Wanuskewin host
Set up camp outside
6:30 p.m. – Choice of educational program
7:45 p.m. – Choice of educational program
9:00 p.m. – Bannock-on-a-stick at campfire with Hot Chocolate – Discussion on traditional Plains life at Wanuskewin (PENDING FIRE BAN)
10:00 p.m. – Self-Guided free time at tipi village
Morning Schedule
8:00 a.m. – Rise and Shine – clean up Tipi Village area (all equipment needs to be out of tipi village before 9 a.m.)
8:30 a.m. – Breakfast (included in booking)
9:00 a.m. – Conclusion of Sleepover with the option to stay onsite and do self-guided touring or make arrangements in advance for extra programming (additional cost, and pending availability)
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OPTION TWO:
(contact tours@wanuskewin.com for more information and to book)
Wanuskewin Deluxe Tipi Sleepover
Everything that you will need for a deluxe tipi sleepover experience will be provided for you: meals, snacks, all bedding, cots, pillows, and programming.
Your curated experience includes interpreted in depth exploration of the bison herd at Wanuskewin along with their history, as well as discussion of why the reintroduction of this keystone species is so important to life on the prairies.
5:00 p.m. – Arrival at Wanuskewin – orientation to site
5:30 p.m. – Dinner at the Tipi Village (Bison Stew, Peach Muskeg Iced Tea)
6:30 p.m. – In-Depth Bison Tour (wâhkôhtowin – Bison Kinship)
8:00 p.m. – Tipi Teachings (indoors)
9:00 p.m. – Bannock-on-a-stick at campfire with Hot Chocolate or Muskeg Tea (PENDING FIRE BAN)
10:00 p.m. – Self-Guided free time at tipi village
Morning Schedule
8:00 a.m. – Rise and Shine – clean up Tipi Village area (all personal items need to be out of tipi village before 9 a.m.)
8:30 a.m. – Breakfast (included in booking)
9:00 a.m. – Conclusion of Sleepover with the option to stay onsite and do self-guided touring or make arrangements in advance for extra programming (additional cost, and pending availability)
REMINDER: Due to the nature of the site being an Indigenous ceremonial and gathering place, we have a no alcohol or drugs policy on site at Wanuskewin Heritage Park at all times.
Over six thousand years ago, Wanuskewin echoed with the thundering hooves of bison and the voices of Indigenous peoples from across the Northern Plains. Today, visitors can relive the stories of a people who came to this site of natural beauty to hunt bison, gather food and medicines, and escape the winter winds, and learn about how the site is still used today.
Wanuskewin is pleased to offer our visitors overnight accommodation in a Traditional Tipi in the Opimihaw Valley.
Walking in their footsteps, you will understand why this site has always been a place of celebration, of renewal with the natural world, and of a deep spirituality, and still is today.
This trail walk introduces participants to the plants used in many ways by Plains Indigenous peoples. From bug repellent to basket making, the Opimihaw Valley has it all!
Enjoy one of Wanuskewin’s most popular programs! Gain insight into traditional teachings with this hands-on program discussing the practical purpose of each tipi pole, and connections to each stage of life. Come and try it yourself!
Traditional games provided the teachings and skill development required for survival on the Northern Plains. The traditional hunter-gatherer lifestyle was incredibly demanding and required superb levels of physical fitness. Come learn how games played an important role in educating the young by developing physical skills and encouraging social development.
Each Tipi Sleepover includes the choice of 2 guided programs, campfire bannock bake with hot chocolate, as well as a hot breakfast in the morning. Please review the “Tours” tab for further information on our programming. If there is something specific you are interested in for programming that is not listed, please let us know and we will try to accommodate the request.
15 participant minimum or payment thereof for Regular Tipi Sleepover
6 participant minimum or payment thereof for Deluxe Tipi Sleepover
Please book your tipi sleepover at least three weeks in advance. Limited dates available. Additional programs and customized menus available at an added cost.
For additional questions or information, please e-mail tours@wanuskewin.com
Have you considered requesting an Elder to open your meeting or visit, or booking an interpretive program or dance presentation as part of a break while meeting at Wanuskewin?
With an unbeatable atmosphere, friendly staff, and a unique sense of culture, Wanuskewin Heritage Park is the perfect place to come for a relaxing lunch or break anytime.
