Quinzhee Building Workshop

Name: Quinzhee Building Workshop
Start: 2026-01-31T11:00:00-06:00
End: 2026-01-31T14:00:00-06:00
Location: Birds Hill Provincial Park

DATE

January 31, 2026

TIME

11:00 am - 2:00 pm

LOCATION

Build a Traditional Winter Shelter

Join a Park Interpreter for a hands-on Quinzhee Building Workshop at Birds Hill Provincial Park. Recommended for adults and youth ages 8+, this interpretive experience teaches the proper techniques for building a safe snow quinzhee and explains why Indigenous peoples favoured quinzhees over igloos on the prairies.

Hands-On Learning & Bannock Over the Fire

While the quinzhee rests, participants will enjoy making bannock and cooking it over a fire. This workshop blends outdoor skills, cultural learning, and winter fun in a welcoming group setting.

Event Details & Accessibility

Date: Saturday, January 31
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM CST
Location: Interpretive Workshop (at the end of Nimowin Road)

The event is presented in English. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request. Registration is required.

For more information, call 204-654-6739 or email [email protected]. Birds Hill Provincial Park is located on Treaty No. 1 Territory and the homeland of the Red River Métis.

Event Details & Accessibility

Date: Saturday, January 31
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM CST
Location: Interpretive Workshop (at the end of Nimowin Road)

The event is presented in English. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request. Registration is required.

For more information, call 204-654-6739 or email [email protected]. Birds Hill Provincial Park is located on Treaty No. 1 Territory and the homeland of the Red River Métis.

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