The Turtle Lodge - Ceremonies

Ceremonies

The Turtle Lodge is a place of ceremony. Ceremony is an integral part of all Turtle Lodge programs, which may include the sacred fire, pipe ceremony, and sweat lodge ceremony. Individuals are welcome to spend time in the Turtle Lodge for personal prayer and fasting. Major ceremonies continue to be led by the Turtle Lodge on-site and sometimes at other locations throughout the year, to give thanks and ensure the survival of a good and peaceful way of life.

People coming to ceremonies are responsible for making their own travel and accommodation arrangements. Donations are encouraged to help cover the costs of firewood, lodge maintenance, feasts, etc. Potluck feasts are held at many of the ceremonies.

Ceremonies 2010

Windigokon Ceremony
Location: Turtle Lodge, Sagkeeng First Nation, Manitoba
Dates: February 5 & 6, 2010
Potluck Feasts: February 5, 6

Warrior Dance
Location: Turtle Lodge, Sagkeeng First Nation, Manitoba
Dates: May 27, 28, 29 & 30, 2010
Potluck Feasts: May 27, 30

Sundance
Location: Selkirk Healing Centre, Selkirk, Manitoba
Dates: July 25, 26, 27 & 28, 2010 (Going-in Feast, Camp Day July 24)

Igniting the Fire Gathering (www.ignitingfire.org)
Location: Manitou Api, near petroform site, Whiteshell Provincial Park, Manitoba
Dates: September 13, 14, 15 & 16, 2010
Potluck Feasts: September 13, 16

Ghost Dance (Chii By Dance)
Location: Turtle Lodge, Sagkeeng First Nation, Manitoba
Dates: October 22, 23, 24 & 25, 2010
Potluck Feasts: October 22, 25