FIRST NATIONS TOURISM
Outdoor Nature Tours
Welcome to firstnationstourism, we offer the best outdoor nature tours from the Mikmaq culture of eastern Canada. I am here to help you explore local indigenous culture and people. We offer outdoor nature tours year round and adjust to the seasons in what we deliver. Be sure to experience our local traditions and our local foods during your visit.
OUTDOOR NATURE TOURS
Indigenous Experiences
Firstnationstourism operates year round and delivers the best outdoor nature tours that include local Mikmaq people who share stories, food and culture from the Metepenagiag First Nation of New Brunswick.
During summer we offer the best in foods and river tours by kayak or canoe. Fall season brings us to medicine picking in the outdoors and dining tours.
Winter and snowshoes are a fun part of outdoor nature tours combined with our breadonastick experience. You may also want to try out ice fishing in our river huts and catch a fish for yourself.
ELDERS MEDICINE TOURS
Minimum 4-12 persons.
Tour with a local Mikmaq elder as we take you on this 3-4 hour experience where our elder will share and teach the various medicines our indigenous people used for community and personal care.
Metepenagiag First Nation uses their traditional territory as part of this exclusive tour.
AUTHENTIC INDIGENOUS DINING
Authentic Indigenous Foods features the ancient foods of our Mikmaq ancestors. Atlantic salmon, fresh fiddle heads, blueberries along with maple syrup serve as the foundation for this one of a kind cultural dining experience.
Firstnationstourism is ready to serve your every need, from planning the detailed itinerary, to providing cultural events, all you need to do is sit back, relax, and let your mind explore.
*reservation required.
INDIGENOUS CRAFTS WORKSHOPS
We invite you to watch and learn for yourself our indigenous method of making warm cozy leather mitts. We provide all the materials necessary for this exclusive tour.
Its a full 8 hour day so we have included snacks , water and our traditional foods for workshop participants.
Our instructors are Mi'kmaq and we are here to share our teachings and culture. Interested in booking? Get in touch to learn more now.
*minimum 4 persons/booking".
BREADONASTICK TOUR
We invite you to experience our popular
Breadonastick Tour. We teach you how to make a simple bread that we twist, then slow roast over an open fire. We later drizzle with toppings such as blueberries/strawberries/maple syrup or cinnamon sugar. Served with a hot chocolate.
Explore our local winter trails by renting snowshoes or take our guided tours that last 2-3 hours and incl. rentals of gear, water, and snacks.
SNOWSHOE RENTALS
Let firstnationstourism help you reconnect with nature. Our snowshoe tours/rentals are delivered upon our Mikmaq ancestral lands and forests. We deliver quality nature tours during the day or night upon special request. The winter night sky is crisp and magical when surrounded by family and friends close to a warm bonfire and hot chocolate. Send us a message to book your next winter adventure. If your looking for accommodations I can help you with that as we partner with Red Bank Lodge here in beautiful Metepenagiag NB.
ICE FISHING TOURS
Winter brings ice and snow so why not embrace nature and enjoy the elements with our exclusive ice fishing tour from firstnationstourism.
We provide all the fishing gear for your corporate clients, family and friends to enjoy quality time fishing through the ice. We also provide shelter huts if needed for your tour. Contact us for corporate, private or school/group tour rates.
Interested in learning about more indigenous outdoor packages? Get in touch today.
"We invite you to join us on one of our tours and experience authentic indigenous outdoor recreation"
Stephen and Florence
Reconciliation through tourism
ALL ABOUT ME
Authentic Indigenous Tours
Welcome to Firstnationstourism aka SP First Nations Outdoor Tours, where we specialize in outdoor recreation tours.
We offer quality indigenous outdoor nature tours to various corporate clients, local schools and the traveler who is searching for that unique, one of a kind experience.
I have 40+ years experience working in tourism as a guide to as recent managing a local 10 room outdoor lodge from
2003-09.
Married to Florence, we are proud to say we have 3 children and 7 grandchildren.
After watching my dad work as a fishing guide, hunter, trapper he instilled the love for nature and outdoors.
I graduated from the Maritime Forest Ranger School in 1983 and am familiar with the forest and trees.
I now work as a career counselor for indigenous people here in my First Nation of Metepenagiag since 2012.
Working in tourism has long been a dream of mine. I want to showcase our authentic indigenous hospitality and this special Miramichi region of New Brunswick that we call, our home.
The clean fresh air and rivers makes this territory a truly special place to both visit and live upon.
As an Indigenous Tourism Owner, I know the best hidden spots. Join one of my guided tours and get ready for an unforgettable experience.
GET IN TOUCH
If you would like to find out more information, I would be more than happy to help. Please fill out the form below and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
56 Shore Road, Red Bank, New Brunswick,Canada
5066262718