Land-Based Learning at Minwaadizi Farm

We are excited to welcome you to the farm.

Through storytelling and hands-on experiences, participants learn about Indigenous agriculture and how we apply our Farming is Sacred model.

LAND-BASED LEARNING

What to Expect

Many Indigenous peoples (myself included) have been forcibly removed from their home territories and disconnected from their land-based cultures because of colonization. It is my hope to help heal these injustices and build connection and togetherness by hosting seasonal land-based ceremonies and community gatherings on the land. Revitalizing our ancient cultural values and food systems towards a vision of sustainable communities for our collective future!

Minwaadizi takes a decolonized approach that focuses on relationality rather than output. We prioritize being together on the land in a respectful way, creating community and belonging through caring for the land, ourselves, and each other.

We always begin in a relational way with ceremony and connection with the land and each other.

LAND-BASED LEARNING

Program Information

Participants then take part in seasonal food sovereignty activities such as:

  • Seed stories and seed selection

  • Planting

  • Soil care and preparation

  • Harvesting

  • Seasonal land teachings

Our core themes are intentionality, connection, presence, and belonging.

Whether you would like to visit Minwaadizi Farm or have Natasha visit you. Our land-based learning offerings are designed for:

  • Groups of approximately 5–20 people

  • Programs run 2–2.5 hours

  • Activities take place rain or shine

Visitors should bring clothing that can get dirty and closed-toe shoes.

Gloves, tools, water, and washroom facilities are available on site.

LAND-BASED LEARNING

Who Our Offerings Are For

Land-based learning programs are currently designed for:

  • Indigenous youth (ages 6–17)

  • Indigenous adults (18+)

  • Indigenous and equity-denied communities

Inquire About Land-Based Learning

Miigwetch (thank you) for visiting.

Territorial Acknowledgement:

I humbly acknowledge and respectfully thank the K’ómoks Nation, the traditional keepers of the lands where I now call home.

My hope is to be the best relative I can be and that we may all learn, grow, and heal alongside one another.

Community & Partnerships:

Minwaadizi Farm is grateful to collaborate with many partners and organizations, including:

Together we work toward stronger regional food systems and Indigenous leadership in agriculture.