Indigenous Plant Walk & Medicinal Crafting in Jasper
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels comfortable with gentle walking on natural terrain
Overview
Join the Wapakwanis Plant Walk in Jasper National Park for an intimate Indigenous-guided journey into native plants and traditional medicinal crafting. Discover nature’s remedies and hands-on heritage in just 1.5 hours.
Wapakwanis Plant Walk
1.5 hours | Starting at $45
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About This Adventure
Experience the rich wisdom of Indigenous perspectives on nature in Jasper National Park. This 1.5-hour interactive journey includes exploring local flora and crafting your own medicinal products like salves and soaps. Gain unique insights and create lasting memories as you connect with the environment in a meaningful way.
About
An interactive plant medicine experience that involves taking a look at the Flora in our immediate environment, specifically the plants and trees in the Jasper National Park through the eyes of an Indigenous Person. Indigenous people view the environment from a different lens, seeing the flowers, trees, shrubs, plants as food and medicine. This 1.5 hour immersive experience starts with an hour of plant exploration, and a half hour of hands on medicine product, including making salves, lotions, hydrosols, soaps, mineral salts, and plant processes, this allows participants to walk away with knowledge and product they have developed themselves.
Rates
- $50 per person
- $90 per couple
- child (ages 12 and under) Free 20% discount for Jasper East Cabin Guests
Duration
1.5 hours
Adventure Tips
Dress for variable mountain weather
Jasper’s weather can shift quickly; layers help you stay comfortable during the walk.
Bring a reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is key during outdoor activities in the alpine climate.
Avoid picking plants off-trail
Respect the environment and Indigenous practices by handling only what is offered during the walk.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe footwear
Trail surfaces may be uneven; good shoes help maintain stability.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Mountain goats
- Marmots
History
Jasper National Park was established in 1907 and conserves traditional Indigenous territories and knowledge.
Conservation
The program emphasizes sustainable interaction and Indigenous-led stewardship to protect plant populations.
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Recommended Gear
Layered clothing
To adapt easily to changing mountain temperatures.
Water bottle
To stay hydrated throughout the walk.
Notebook and pen
For jotting down plant names and traditional uses.
Sun protection
Hat and sunscreen to guard against strong mountain sun exposure.
summer specific