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In-person Field Trip
Fee per class
English

Ways of Life

Heritage Park

This program will teach the ways of life among the Blackfoot confederacy, the voyageurs, and the Métis of Western Canada.

Quick Facts

Format

In-person Field Trip

Cost

$190

Grades

Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4

Length

Half day (2–4 hours)

Group Size

Up to 30 students

Language

English

Time of Year

Fall (Sep–Dec), Winter (Jan–Mar)

Setting

Indoor, Outdoor

About This Program

Covering the lifestyles of these diverse groups, we discuss what the population of Alberta once looked like, how it changed, and what prompted those changes. The students will also learn about the relationship each of these groups had with the land. This will be done through a combination of stories, artifact demonstrations, and activities.

What to Expect

Exploring Heritage Park before or after a school program is not permitted as the Historical Village is closed; The program is designed for a maximum of 30 students along with supervisors. Many of the spaces at Heritage Park are impacted by space restrictions. If your class exceeds 30 students please contact the Education Team to discuss if this accommodation can be made.; There is no additional charge for 1:1 supervision support, or those adults coming to supervise within ratio; Please contact us for subsidized rates if needed for your school; The program will go forward sun or snow, so please make sure to wear appropriate clothing and footwear.

Curriculum Connections

Curriculum Connected

Please follow the link to see our curriculum connections: https://heritagepark.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Ways-of-Life-Grade-Connections.pdf

Subjects

Social Studies
Science
Language Arts
Physical Education & Wellness

Topics

Museum / Gallery
Historical & Cultural
Living History
Indigenous Education

Accessibility

Physical Accessibility

This program involves walking on unpaved paths. Some of our buildings also have small steps to access. We do spend time outside in potentially snowy conditions. If you have accessibility needs (such as mobility aids, power access requirements, etc.), please let us know at booking.

Neurodiverse Accommodations

Please let us know at booking if you have neurodivergent needs such as but not limited to quiet spaces, communication needs, etc.

How to Book

Please follow the link below or search Ways of Life at www.heritagepark.ca

About the Organization

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