na̓ʔk̓ʷulamən (what we do): How Food Was Given

The captíkwł (sacred creation stories) of the syilx/Okanagan people teach us how to live on this land. Hear from local Elders and discuss what we learn and understand about How Food Was Given.

na̓ʔk̓ʷulamən (what we do): syilx Wellness Practices

Have you heard of "new" terms like forest bathing and eco-wellness? Are these practices really new, or are these concepts from Indigenous practices (hint: it's the latter). This discussion is led by syilx/Okanagan Elders and knowledge carriers.

na̓ʔk̓ʷulamən (what we do): Traditional syilx Plant Use Walking Tour

Laurel Packinghouse 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

The Okanagan is incredibly biodiverse, and the syilx/Okanagan people have deep knowledge of how to use the different plant species for food, medicine, shelter, even natural deodorant! Put on your walking shoes and join us for this always popular outdoor event.

na̓ʔk̓ʷulamən (what we do): Traditional syilx Plant Use Walking Tour

Laurel Packinghouse 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

The Okanagan is incredibly biodiverse, and the syilx/Okanagan people have deep knowledge of how to use the different plant species for food, medicine, shelter, even natural deodorant! Put on your walking shoes and join us for this always popular outdoor event.

By donation

na̓ʔk̓ʷulamən (what we do): Traditional syilx Plant Use Walking Tour

Laurel Packinghouse 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

The Okanagan is incredibly biodiverse, and the syilx/Okanagan people have deep knowledge of how to use the different plant species for food, medicine, shelter, even natural deodorant! Put on your walking shoes and join us for this always popular outdoor event.

na̓ʔk̓ʷulamən (what we do): Traditional syilx Plant Use Walking Tour

Laurel Packinghouse 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

The Okanagan is incredibly biodiverse, and the syilx/Okanagan people have deep knowledge of how to use the different plant species for food, medicine, shelter, even natural deodorant! Put on your walking shoes and join us for this always popular outdoor event.

By donation

na’ʔk’ʷulamən (what we do): Wild Tea Blends

Laurel Packinghouse 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

This event is IN-PERSON and will take place in the Laurel Square, the outdoor space to the south of the Laurel Packinghouse. Participants will learn about plants and medicine, sample wild tea, and make their own blend to take home. Plant samples have been respectfully collected on the land by syilx Knowledge Carriers.

By donation

na̓ʔk̓ʷulamən (what we do): Tasting the Indigenous Garden

Laurel Square 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

The syilx/Okanagan people have managed their lands for thousands of years. Explore and taste Indigenous plants from the Okanagan and around Turtle Island (North America). This is a great workshop for families and children.

na’ʔk’ʷulamən (what we do): syilx Traditional Plant Use Walking Tour

Laurel Square 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

The Okanagan is incredibly biodiverse, and the syilx/Okanagan people have deep knowledge of how to use the different plant species for food, medicine, shelter, even natural deodorant! Put on your walking shoes and join us for this always popular outdoor event.

na’ʔk’ʷulamən (what we do): syilx Traditional Plant Use Walking Tour

Laurel Square 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

The Okanagan is incredibly biodiverse, and the syilx/Okanagan people have deep knowledge of how to use the different plant species for food, medicine, shelter, even natural deodorant! Put on your walking shoes and join us for this always popular outdoor event.