Alaska Native Heritage Trail and Traditions with Meal

Excursion Highlights:
  • Explore the deep connection between nature, culture, and science on this unique Juneau excursion.
  • Understand how both Western Science and Traditional Knowledge collaborate to achieve balance with nature.
  • Learn how Alaska's Native Peoples have practiced a scientific method for over 10,000 years, preserving knowledge through oral traditions.
  • Walk along a tranquil boardwalk as you discover the cultural significance of six totem poles, each illustrating nature's influence on human life.
  • Choose to continue with the 15-minute Tram Eagle excursion or enjoy independent exploration following the guided tour.
Price: $164.00
Children (ages 0 to 2 years old) are free but must be accounted for below at the time of booking.
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Small
Shore Excursion Type Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Shore Excursion Duration 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Activity Level ? Easy
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? An approximate 5 to 10-minute walk from the cruise ship pier is required to reach your departure location. Full details will be provided in your electronic ticket upon confirmation.
Food/Beverage Provided A meal with local Alaskan food will be provided
Recommended Dress We recommend wearing layers of clothing, with the top layer being waterproof. Guests should wear comfortable walking shoes that may get wet.
Restrictions This tour is wheelchair accessible and can accommodate collapsible wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers.

Alaska Native Heritage Trail and Traditions with Meal

Discover the profound harmony between nature, culture, and science on our shore excursion in the picturesque port of Juneau, Alaska. This unique journey takes you deep into the symbiotic relationship between Western Science and the Traditional Ecological Knowledge of Native People.

Rather than the standard cultural exploration, this tour is a captivating throughline of how nature moulds cultures and the critical importance of both Western Science and Traditional Knowledge in achieving equilibrium with nature. Our expedition highlights how the scientific method, an organized technique involving observation, experimentation, and theory testing, goes hand in hand with Traditional Knowledge.

Alaska's Native Peoples have been practicing the scientific method for over 10,000 years, an endearing testament to their wisdom and resilience. This indigenous science, passed down through generations via oral tradition, parallels Western Science in its organization. Yet, it presents a more holistic and interconnected application of knowledge, aptly termed Organized Wisdom.

With this philosophy as our vantage point, we lead you across a serene boardwalk to unveil the compelling tales behind six stunning totem poles. Each totem story illuminates how nature powerfully influences people and their culture. This distinctive narrative thread provides an engaging perspective of how science and tradition interact, shaping our understanding of and connection with nature.

This tour, a thrilling one-hour escapade into Alaska's heart, begins with a 15-minute meet, followed by the guided tour itself. Afterwards, you're free to continue the exploration with our 15-minute Tram Eagle excursion or indulge in some independent adventuring. The choice is yours!

Book your spot in this immersive cultural experience to deepen your understanding of the compelling interplay between nature, science, and culture, and to witness first-hand the natural beauty of Juneau, Alaska, a port city like no other. This tour's mix of education, exploration, and fun is a unique selling point that promises an unforgettable journey through Alaska's cultural and scientific heritage.