Grandmother Mary Maytwayashing, a co-author, spoke at the March 19 launch of the "Summary of Wahbanung – The Resurgence of a People: Clearing the Path for Our Survival" at Turtle Lodge. She

Grandmother Mary Maytwayashing, a co-author, spoke at the March 19 launch of the "Summary of Wahbanung – The Resurgence of a People: Clearing the Path for Our Survival" at Turtle Lodge. She highlighted the Sound of an Eagle Mother Earth Lodge, a legacy from late co-author Ogimaakwe Orianna Courchene, which aims to strengthen understanding of the Ogimaakwe (life-givers).

This important book is now available for purchase. Find your copy at http://www.turtlelodge.org/wahbanung/.

Grandmother Maria Alice Campos Freire, born in Brazil, endured war and persecution from a young age. At 17, she was imprisoned and tortured while pregnant. After becoming a political refugee in

Grandmother Maria Alice Campos Freire, born in Brazil, endured war and persecution from a young age. At 17, she was imprisoned and tortured while pregnant. After becoming a political refugee in Europe and Africa, she received amnesty to return to Brazil, where she led a spiritual community deep within the Amazon Rainforest. She shares insights into the Grandmothers and their vital mission.

Learn more about the International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers here. A documentary featuring her teachings is available on DVD from the Earth & Spirit Council's website.

Grandmother Flordemayo, a Maya Curandera Espiritu, addressed the Spotlight of Indigenous Peoples plenary at the 2015 Parliament of the World's Religions. This significant event occurred in Salt

Grandmother Flordemayo, a Maya Curandera Espiritu, addressed the Spotlight of Indigenous Peoples plenary at the 2015 Parliament of the World's Religions. This significant event occurred in Salt Lake City, Utah, on October 19th.

Also featured was Jean Fleury, who presented a timeless message from 1244, originally left for humanity.

The Turtle Lodge presents a special Winter Solstice event: "Lighting the Sacred Fire."

This presentation highlights Turtle Lodge Knowledge Keepers Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Grandmother Jane

The Turtle Lodge presents a special Winter Solstice event: "Lighting the Sacred Fire."

This presentation highlights Turtle Lodge Knowledge Keepers Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Grandmother Jane Meader, Hereditary Chief Stephen Augustine, and Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud. It also features entertainers Buffy Sainte-Marie & Serena Ryder, with music by Melissa Etheridge & Archie Roach.

Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud, and Dr. Blair Stonechild, moderated by Shaunna Morgan Siegers, MSc, engaged in a dialogue about our essential and spiritual connection

Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud, and Dr. Blair Stonechild, moderated by Shaunna Morgan Siegers, MSc, engaged in a dialogue about our essential and spiritual connection with the land and each other. They were joined by Reconciling Ways of Knowing Convenors Miles Richardson, OC, Dr. David Suzuki, and Dr. Nancy Turner.

This dialogue originally aired on Tuesday, January 26 at 9:00 am Pacific / 11:00 am Central / 1:00 pm Atlantic.

Naturalist Nick Baker embarks on a global adventure in 'Deep into the Wild' (2001), getting up close with some of the planet's wildest animals. From rattlesnakes in Arizona and grizzly bears in

Naturalist Nick Baker embarks on a global adventure in 'Deep into the Wild' (2001), getting up close with some of the planet's wildest animals. From rattlesnakes in Arizona and grizzly bears in Alaska to rhinos in Swaziland and diverse wildlife in Costa Rica, he explores untamed places and treacherous environments.

Discover these dramatic encounters and 50 years of captivating natural history content on BBC Earth. Subscribe for entertaining and thought-provoking wildlife stories.

Explore more with playlists like Planet Earth III and Frozen Planet II. For service information and feedback, visit here.

Dusty Baker has spent a lifetime outdoors, dedicated to fishing and hunting.

Through these experiences, he has directly witnessed the effects of climate change, including declining animal

Dusty Baker has spent a lifetime outdoors, dedicated to fishing and hunting.

Through these experiences, he has directly witnessed the effects of climate change, including declining animal populations, extreme heat, and glacial melt.

Anishinaabe Grandmother Mary Maytwayashing, from Lake Manitoba First Nation and a member of the National Turtle Lodge Council of Knowledge Keepers, shares her COVID-19 vaccine experience. She

Anishinaabe Grandmother Mary Maytwayashing, from Lake Manitoba First Nation and a member of the National Turtle Lodge Council of Knowledge Keepers, shares her COVID-19 vaccine experience. She discusses encouraging her family, the importance of individual choice, and how a pre-vaccine ceremony supported her.

This message is Part 2 in a series from Turtle Lodge Elders and Knowledge Keepers on COVID-19, vaccines, and traditional medicine. Listen to the French version here. See Part 1, featuring Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, here.