Legendary Nature
Written by: Trails of 1812
With a culture deeply rooted in nature, Aboriginal peoples believe that there are no barriers between the spiritual and physical worlds. Come and embrace this enduring reverence for the earth, wind and sky on a voyage that will take you to some of Ontario’s most spectacular natural settings.
Listen to the legend of the making of North America, created when the Great Spirit saved a patch of land on the back of a turtle. Learn about bird and animal spirits that control the weather, the harvest, the underworld and human behaviour.
Embark on a wilderness eco-adventure as you learn about the Aboriginal perspective on beautiful Manitoulin Island. The Great Spirit Circle Trail offers educational and cultural interpretive tours that exhibit the long and rich history of the Anishnabe people.
Venture to tribal fishing and hunting grounds on Rice Lake and discover the Serpent Mounds Park – nine burial mounds that are the graves of the Point Peninsula people. Gaze at the ancient serpent resting quietly in its grove of oaks – far away from jungles of Central America where this sacred symbol is most frequently seen.
Walk with the spirits in the Kawarthas, hike to the Petroglyphs Teaching Rocks and descend deep into the Collingwood Scenic Caves – an ancient Huron place of worship.
Uncover the legend of an Ojibway chief turned to stone by the Spirit of the Deep Sea Water at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park. Hike to the top of the park’s massive granite cliffs for a stunning view of Lake Superior.
Be awe struck at nearby Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park, known as the “Niagara of the North.” You can almost see the legendary Ojibway princess who pretended to guide the enemy Sioux to her people, but instead, led them over the plunging falls.
Come and discover great spirits born of the land in this legendary place called Ontario.
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