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Robert Matthew is Secwépemc from Simpcw. He has a Teaching Certificate and a Masters of Education and over 40 years experience in teaching and administration, 15 years in the B.C. public schools system and 25 years at Chief Atahm School. His passion is oral history, traditional knowledge and mapping.
Lawrence Michel is a respected Elder, storyteller and language teacher from Cstélen, Secwépemc Nation. “Slé7e Larry” has shared his knowledge to many generations of students at Chief Atahm School. He has a vast knowledge of the land, cultural skills and technology. Lawrence is also a journeyman carpenter and has taught many of our young people the basic woodworking skills.
In this hands-on workshop, Robert Matthew and Elder Lawrence Michel, will guide participants through a shelter-building unit including the theory and practice of shelter building in various situations and building emergency shelters using natural materials.
Participants will gain knowledge about types of shelters for a wide variety of outdoor scenarios. The workshop facilitators will guide you through some theory and vocabulary, demonstrating how to teach basic survival skills to language learners of all levels. Participants will also be provided with opportunities to try out their skills of locating a shelter and selecting a type of shelter to construct, based on the available resources.
Helping families raise amazing children in our beautiful Secwepemc language and culture. Call today for a tour or to talk about what our program can offer you and your family.