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Starting SoonNative American: Wild Rice Processing Event with April Smith, Derek Nickolas & Sagen QuilleyTrips, Tours & Special EventsJoin April Smith of Bear Clan Designs as she hosts a Wild Rice Processing Event. Three wild rice experts will demonstrate the traditional steps of processing and finishing wild rice. Participants will learn how freshly harvested wild rice is transformed into a food while gaining a deeper understanding of the care, time, and cultural knowledge that goes into this important food. Wild rice or Manoomin, holds a deep cultural, spiritual, and historical importance for the Anishinaabe People and other Indigenous peoples of the Great Lakes region. This event will also include a Plant Medicine Workshop, where participants will make a tea blend to take home.Come gather, learn, and share in a full day of culture, food, and community connection. A traditional Indigenous lunch will be provided. Group meets at the Minneapolis American Indian Center.Cancellations and transfers require a one week advance notice. If event is sold out, please add your name to the waitlist. We will notify you if a spot opens.Adult Enrichment Fall 2026 -
Native American: Cooking by the 13 Moons - October: Falling Leaves Moon (Binaakwe-giizis)Trips, Tours & Special EventsOctober is the 9th Moon known as the Falling Leaves Moon, a time when the Anshinaabe prepares for rest. Leaves fall to the forest floor, creating protection for the soil below and nourishing what will come next. This Moon teaches the importance of letting go, trusting the cycle, and preparing for Biboon (Winter). Historically, the Anshinaabe focused on final preparations for Biboon during this time. Stored foods were checked, tools were repaired, shelters were reinforced, and families ensured they were ready for the months ahead. The Falling Leaves Moon reminds us that rest is not an ending, but a necessary part of renewal. We’ll prepare a Pumpkin Wild Rice Soup and enjoy Cedar Tea and Mint Tea. If the tour is full, please add your name to the waitlist. We will notify you if a spot opens.Adult Enrichment Fall 2026 -
Native American: Cooking by the 13 Moons - November: Freezing Moon (Gashkadino-giizis)Trips, Tours & Special EventsNovember is the 10th Moon known as the Freezing Moon, marking the time when waters begin to freeze, the ground hardens, and Biboon (Winter) fully announces itself. This Moon signals a shift from movement and preparation to stillness, conservation, and rest. The land quiets, travel becomes more difficult, and daily life turns inward. For the Anishinaabe, this was historically a time of settling into Biboon (Winter) living patterns. Communities moved less and relied heavily on what had already been gathered, harvested, and preserved. The focus was on endurance, cooperation, and maintaining balance during the cold months ahead. We’ll prepare a Pumpkin Wild Rice Soup and enjoy Cedar and Wintergreen Mint Teas. If the tour is full, please add your name to the waitlist. We will notify you if a spot opens.Adult Enrichment Fall 2026 -
Native American: Cooking by the 13 Moons - December: Little Spirit Moon (Manidoo-giizisoons)Trips, Tours & Special EventsDecember is the 11th Moon known as the Little Spirit Moon, a time marked by deep winter, long nights, and resting all across the land. Snow covers the ground, waters are frozen, and travel becomes limited. This Moon reflects a period when the world is resting and naturally turns inward. For the Anishinaabe, Little Spirit Moon was a season of rest, listening, and guided by respect for Biboon’s (Winter’s) power. Survival depended on preparation done in the Spring and Summer and cooperation with the community. This session we will prepare Venison Wild Rice Soup and enjoy Berry Tea. If the tour is full, please add your name to the waitlist. We will notify you if a spot opens.Adult Enrichment Fall 2026