Have you ever noticed the plants around you while out walking and wondered what they are — or how they’ve been used traditionally?

Join Melanie, a Métis Knowledge Keeper and Practical Herbalist, for guided plant walks through the Crowsnest Pass and surrounding areas. Along the way, she’ll help you identify native species and share their traditional and practical uses.

Visitors who join Melanie on these guided walks will learn to identify native plants, discover their traditional and practical uses, and enjoy a variety of fun facts and history along the way

Discover how to identify the unique and stunning native plants that thrive in the area. Throughout the walk, Melanie shares her expertise on the traditional uses of natural medicines, weaving in fascinating local history, stories, and a sense of fun along the way. You will leave the experience with helpful reference handouts featuring easy identification tips for your future outdoor adventures.