Buffalo Stone Woman
Location
Bow Valley, AB
Contact
Buffalo Stone Woman offers authentic Indigenous cultural experiences that share the stories, traditions, and values of the Blackfoot people. Through storytelling and connection to the land, visitors are invited to learn about Blackfoot culture, spirituality, and the relationship between the land, animals, and community.
Heather is from the Kainaiwa Nation and her Blackfoot name is O’ta’kitsowaki, given by her grandparents. She is also known as Buffalo Stone Woman – Iinisskimaakii. Buffalo Stone Woman symbolizes a changing tourism landscape, providing genuine, immersive experiences. We share stories of our ancestors and our connection to the land, animals, and each other. Guests can enjoy our laughter, generosity, life experiences, and efforts for reconciliation now and in the future. The main message is understanding our spirituality and how we connect to the land and our values of Respect, Love, Bravery, Honesty, Truth, Wisdom, and Humility. Our ancestors have paved the way for future generations, and we are excited to share this with visitors. Come explore Treaty Seven Territory through the rich stories of the prairies, foothills, and Rockies where our ancestors and we still walk today.