Aboriginal Experiences
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The Kitasoo/Xai'xais (pronounced "high hice") peoples are two distinct cultural groups that make up Klemtu's First Nations population.
Elders say that their ancestors have lived in Kelmtu and the surrounding geographical area since the end of the ice age. Today, the Kitasoo/Xai'xais peoples share their culture, traditions, and respect for nature with visitors to Klemtu.
Wilderness and Cultural Tours
Spirit Bear Adventures, owned and operated by local First Nations peoples, offer interpretive guided tours of Klemtu's beautiful wilderness, abundant wildlife, and numerous sites of cultural significance. Current research has identified and documented more than one hundred ancient cultural sites, including abandoned villages and culturally modified trees within the 5000sq km/3000sq mi traditional territory of the Kitasoo/Xai'xais peoples. Interpretive tours highlight the hatchery; the Big House, a traditional structure with carved and painted totems; and the museum/gallery, which features a small selection of local artifacts and artwork.
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Performances and dinners can be arranged at the Big House can be arranged in advance for group tours. Spirit Bear Adventures shares these important places in a safe and respectful manner, educating visitors on the history of the Kitasoo/Xai'Xais people.
Practical Points
- If embarking on a self-guided tour, stop by with the Tourism Office first for more information about respectful conduct in Kitasoo/Xai'xais traditional territory.
- Do not touch or disturb artifacts while on tours.
- Regardless of the time of year, dress in layers and bring rain gear.
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Websitehttp://www.bluewateradventures.ca
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We offer multi-day cruises through Haida Gwaii's (Queen Charlotte Islands') Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, Northern Vancouver Island, the Great Bear Rainforest, North Coast/ Khutzeymateen and Southeast Alaska. Our 68' vessels provide the perfect base from which to tour remote coastlines. On these world-class learning journeys we expect to see whales, bears, rich intertidal zones, and a great number of birds. With our First Nations guides we visit ancient villages, see totem poles and hope to catch a glimpse of the Kermode. Our experienced Crew and on-board naturalist will take you places that few have visited on our award-winning expeditions.
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