Inuit Games
Demonstration and Skills Practice Session
Featuring World Champion and Record Holder
Autumn Ridley (Inuk)
Mii o’ow ezhi-odaminoyang Anishinaabeg
(How We Play as the People)
These games test hunting and survival skills needed by indigenous people in extreme northern climates including strength, agility, power, and mental and physical toughness.
“Traditionally you had to rely on your own physical strength and mental preparedness to survive. You also had to rely on your community to survive” – Autum Ridley
Events Include: Alaskan High Kick, Two Foot High Kick, One Foot High Kick, Indian Stick Pull, Eskimo Stick Pull, Seal Hop, Butt Hop, Scissor Broad Jump, Kneel Jump and One Hand Reach
Free Admission
Inuit Games and Autumn Ridley Tour
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Pine Point School, Ponsford, 5 to 7 pm
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
Circle of Life Academy, White Earth, 5 to 7 pm
Friday, April 28, 2017
Rice Lake Community Center, Bagley, 5 to 7 pm
For more information: Dan Ninham, 218.368.6430 or [email protected]