"Les sept enseignements sacrés" est une websérie animée colorée et imaginative. Écrite par l’aîné anishinabe David Courchene et réalisée par Erica Daniels (Première Nation Peguis),

"Les sept enseignements sacrés" est une websérie animée colorée et imaginative. Écrite par l’aîné anishinabe David Courchene et réalisée par Erica Daniels (Première Nation Peguis), elle suit un jeune garçon autochtone en quête de vision. Il y rencontre sept animaux sacrés qui lui enseignent comment vivre en harmonie avec la Terre mère.

Manitoba 150, en partenariat avec le Turtle Lodge et IG Gestion de patrimoine, est fier de présenter ces courts métrages d’animation. Le Turtle Lodge, un centre international pour l’éducation et le bien-être des Autochtones, est reconnu pour le partage de connaissances universelles et la reconnexion à la nature.

Pour plus d’informations sur le Turtle Lodge, visitez theturtlelodge.org.

Owaay gwiiwizens odoot’ isigoon naygatch ma-iingaanan, eshi weendah’magoot yaah apitendaagoog yaah da-ba-sayn-da-mowin. "The Seven Sacred Laws" is an imaginative animated web series created by

Owaay gwiiwizens odoot’ isigoon naygatch ma-iingaanan, eshi weendah’magoot yaah apitendaagoog yaah da-ba-sayn-da-mowin. "The Seven Sacred Laws" is an imaginative animated web series created by Anishinaabe Elder Dr. David Courchene, Indigenous filmmaker Erica Daniels, and Peg City Pictures Inc. It follows a young boy on a vision quest, learning valuable lessons from seven sacred animals.

Manitoba 150, in partnership with The Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness and IG Wealth Management, proudly presents these short animated films. The Turtle Lodge, founded on the Seven Sacred Laws, is a vital place for reconnecting with Earth and sharing Indigenous ancestral knowledge. For more information, visit www.turtlelodge.org.

Dave Courchene's dream conveys a Grandfather's urgent message: profound Earth changes are imminent. Humanity must prepare for a simple, spiritual life, detached from technology that harms the

Dave Courchene's dream conveys a Grandfather's urgent message: profound Earth changes are imminent. Humanity must prepare for a simple, spiritual life, detached from technology that harms the land. He observes current global conditions reflect an unsustainable path of selfishness and greed, necessitating a fundamental shift towards kindness, compassion, and sharing for a "New Life."

Indigenous peoples, faithful to original instructions of love and care for Earth, are called to lead this transformation. Their wisdom centers on the Seven Sacred Laws—Respect, Love, Courage, Honesty, Wisdom, Humility, and Truth—each exemplified by an animal. Living these laws on Turtle Island is vital for peace, freedom, and universal alignment, offering a vision of hope for humanity.

For 45 years, Bernie Krause of Wild Sanctuary has recorded wild soundscapes, from wind and birds to insect larvae. His extensive work reveals how human

For 45 years, Bernie Krause of Wild Sanctuary has recorded wild soundscapes, from wind and birds to insect larvae. His extensive work reveals how human activity, even seemingly safe practices, has radically altered many natural environments.

Krause's recordings offer surprising insights into nature's symphonies, from a grunting sea anemone to a mourning beaver. This unique perspective, originally published July 15, 2013, highlights profound lessons we can learn from the natural world.

The Anishinaabe Seven Sacred Laws, shared by Elder Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Dr. Dave Courchene), form the foundation of life and connection to Spirit and land. Represented by seven animals, these laws

The Anishinaabe Seven Sacred Laws, shared by Elder Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Dr. Dave Courchene), form the foundation of life and connection to Spirit and land. Represented by seven animals, these laws offer guidance for living on Mother Earth, fostering a vision of hope rooted in kindness and values.

Each animal embodies a specific teaching: the Buffalo for Respect, Eagle for Love, Bear for Courage, Sabé for Honesty, Beaver for Wisdom, Wolf for Humility, and Turtle for Truth. These principles guide us to live from the heart, use our gifts for community, and honor our interconnectedness.

By embracing these Sacred Laws, we align with nature, achieve true freedom, and receive the full support of the universe and Earth.

The beaver, North America's largest rodent, is renowned for its engineering prowess. It acts as a master builder and hydroengineer, skillfully constructing dams and lodges that reshape

The beaver, North America's largest rodent, is renowned for its engineering prowess. It acts as a master builder and hydroengineer, skillfully constructing dams and lodges that reshape landscapes.

Beyond these impressive capabilities, recent video evidence from Utah's Zion National Park suggests another surprising trait: the beaver is also a serious proponent of self-care.

"The Seven Sacred Laws" is a colorful animated web series where a young boy on a vision quest learns valuable lessons from seven sacred animals, including the law of wisdom. Written by Anishinaabe

"The Seven Sacred Laws" is a colorful animated web series where a young boy on a vision quest learns valuable lessons from seven sacred animals, including the law of wisdom. Written by Anishinaabe Elder Dr. David Courchene, directed by Indigenous filmmaker Erica Daniels (Peguis First Nation), and created by Manitoba’s Peg City Pictures Inc.

Manitoba 150 proudly presents these short animated films, in partnership with The Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness (Sagkeeng First Nation) and IG Wealth Management.

The Turtle Lodge, a Center of Excellence in Indigenous Education and Wellness, is founded on the Seven Sacred Laws. It promotes reconnecting to Earth and sharing ancestral knowledge. Learn more at www.turtlelodge.org.

In Washington's Kettle River Range, wolves are being killed to protect livestock. Daniel Curry, a lone range rider, employs year-round nonlethal methods to prevent wolves from preying on cows,

In Washington's Kettle River Range, wolves are being killed to protect livestock. Daniel Curry, a lone range rider, employs year-round nonlethal methods to prevent wolves from preying on cows, demonstrating that coexistence is possible.

Learn more about Daniel's vital work at thewolfranger.com. For film screening inquiries, please email Patagonia.Events@patagonia.com.

Beavers offer ancient, nature-based solutions to climate disruption, addressing challenges like droughts, floods, soil erosion, and biodiversity loss. This episode of Bioneers' "Nature's Genius"

Beavers offer ancient, nature-based solutions to climate disruption, addressing challenges like droughts, floods, soil erosion, and biodiversity loss. This episode of Bioneers' "Nature's Genius" podcast explores how these "rodent relatives" can heal nature by working with it.

Kate Lundquist and Brock Dolman of the Occidental Arts and Ecology Center share their journey as "Beaver Believers." They are part of a passionate global movement to restore beavers, demonstrating how these animals help balance human civilization with living systems.

Visit the series page to learn more about Nature’s Genius.