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 Ska Nah Doht - My. Bridges, Ontario Posted by:  Keldar5
N 42° 52.461 W 081° 28.541
17T E 461148 N 4746971
A conservation area for Native American history, with a recreated Indian village and museum.
Waymark Code: WMR7NA
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date Posted: 05/23/2016
Views: 4
From the conservation website:
In 1973, the Ska-Nah-Doht Village, located within Longwoods Road Conservation Area was constructed. It features a village reflective of the Native settlements found along the river close to 1,000 years ago. This village, created with the information gathered by archaeologists and First Nation peoples, offers tours, workshops and an opportunity to see how First Nations people once lived. It is also a popular attraction for local residents and tourists alike. Amazingly in the 1980’s, archaeologists excavated 2 actual First Nations settlements at Longwoods, dating back to the same time period depicted through Ska-Nah-Doht. Artifacts from these ‘digs’ are housed and displayed at the Museum located in the Resource Centre which also has a souvenir gift shop and washrooms.
In 2008, a new logo was created for Ska-Nah-Doht by Ian Bullock, a Multi-Media Design student who was hired through a Young Canada Works in Heritage Grant. Ian was inspired by the legends and beadwork designs of the Haudenosaunee or “People of the Longhouse”. It is this First Nations culture that Ska-Nah-Doht represents in its recreated village and educational programs.
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 63 hectares
Is there a trail system?: Yes
If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.:
The trail does have hills and a pedestrian bridge.
What points of interest are there?:
Replica Indian village, museum and trails.
What activities are available?:
Hiking and interactive displays for the Indian village.
Hours of accessibility?: 9 am until dusk
List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.):
Poison ivy.
Dogs Allowed?: Yes
Is a permit/fee required?: Yes
If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.:
The price wasn't shown on the website.
Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link]
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Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!
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