Talking Trees
A nature walk to learn how Indigenous people utilize the land for food, medicine, technology
About Talking Trees
Each plant, each tree has its own special story. On this nature walking tour you will hear the stories of how shíshálh (Sechelt) Coast Salish & Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) People have been utilizing the land for food, medicine and technology for thousands of years. Your Talaysay cultural ambassador guide will share our ecological practices, ancient and contemporary history, stories, legends and Indigenous ways of living (knowing) with you.
Experience
Cultural focus: Indigenous ecological and sustainability practices in nature
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Distance: 2.2 km
Schedule: Tuesday - Sunday 12pm - 1:30pm pst
Guided tour: This experience includes an Indigenous cultural ambassador and Indigenous tea service.
Accessibility: This is a leisurely paced walking tour along paved sidewalk and gravel paths. Third Wheel can be provided when requested in advance. Our company has access to one third wheel. This would be required for parts of the trail where the gravel is a bit loose.
Guests are also able to experience this tour virtually. Learn more here
Rates
$75.00 Adult, $60.00 Child/Youth
GST applied at payment
Groups
20 - 29 Guests $60.00/guest
30+ Guests $56.25/guest
Custom Location
$75.00 Adult
$60 Child/Youth
School Groups (K-12)
Please email info@talaysay.com for our K-12 School Rates.
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Stanley Park Loop (Map)
Your Talaysay Cultural Guide will greet you at the Gazebo located at the Stanley Park loop.
Locations
“Just wow! I took copious notes. Her stories were fresh, traditional, uplifting, educational and I had no idea I’d be so enthralled! If you’re in Vancouver and Stanley Park is on your list, don’t miss this experience! You will be better for it.”
What to bring
Good walking shoes
Layered clothing - dress for the weather
A water bottle on warm days
A water-resistant jacket on light rain days
We embrace all weather
If weather is extreme with respect to rain or wind we will contact you to reschedule your experience
Guest protocol
Tours start promptly
Arrive 15 minutes prior to tour start
Late guests or missed tours are not reimbursed
Individual booking cancellation: 48 hours notice prior to tour is required and a 20% administration fee applies
Group booking cancellation: 10 days notice prior to tour is required and a 20% administration fee applies
Cancellations with less than the required notice are 100% non-refundable