Dene Zhatie Introduction
Campfire Programs
You will find here some activities part of the Campfire Programs…
Birch, Bark: introduction to basket making, oil, tools, tapping
Beading: beading basics, looms, beading patterns
Sewing; Uppers, Moccasins, Bags, Repairs
Sinew & Babiche: how to process, dry, use and lace
Moose-hide: preparation, fleshing, stretching, scrapping, smoking
Teepee or Tent Rentals: mobile accommodations, logistics, installation
Dene Drum: camp logistics, workshops, history, drumming, drum making
Elders: stories, history, way of life, resource persons for projects
Fire: traditional fire feeding ceremony, traditional uses, proper fire making
Crafts: moccasins, wraps, bags, purses, card holders, key holders
Fishing: set nets in summer or winter, make dry fish, fillets, fish camps
Trapping: instruction using humane methods set quick-kill traps & snares
Hunting: stories, methods, best time, preparation, skinning, quartering
Harvesting & Gathering: berries, plants, leaves, birch for tools, saps, make jam
Dry meat: proper preparation of meats, proper knives, instruction on processes
Carving: whistle, hook, small boat, bow & arrow, sling shot, paddle, axe handle
Weapons: crossbow, adle-adle, slingshot, bow/arrow, spear, stone axe