Go Green in a Teepee
July 24, 2008
I got this email the other day and think it will make for a really interesting way to spend the day a couple of days. I love the idea of something as old and proven as a TeePee being super environmentally friendly…
I work for Mukwa Teepees, and we are currently setting up a Teepee Cultural Camp this summer. Most of the time, our company is offering camps and workshops to schools and First Nations groups, but this summer, for 10 days, we will have an open authentic Native cultural camp.
From August 14th-24th only, people of all ages and backgrounds will have the opportunity to discover teepee living, learn about Native culture, philosophy, and spirituality. Visitors will experience our sacred dances, songs, arts and crafts, and will get the chance to learn about our traditional medicine, and holistic view of life.
Teepees are green and very practical portable dwellings. They have virtually no impact on the environment. Indeed, they are laid directly on the grass floor, letting the earth breathe. They are also fresh in the summer without any need for artificial air conditioning (its architecture creates natural air conditioning). When the weather gets fresh, they can host small fires made from dead branches inside, and it would efficiently warm up the living space. Our teepees are made of cotton and wooden poles. During the camp, we will share the traditional love and respect for Mother Earth and its creatures, and our environmental philosophy.
Our camp will probably be in Musqueam, close to the Fort Langley, and at the time of the camp, there will be a great Pow Wow event for people to enjoy.
For more information, please call us any time from 9am-5pm Monday to Friday.
Our phone is: 604-436-0335
Our website: www.teepeesatschool.comPS: I forgot to say that people must stay at least 2 days, as it is an overnight camp, offering the people the opportunity to sleep in a teepee.
