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Ever Good Medicine is owned and operated by Carl Jr. Kodakin-Yakeleya, a Shúhtagot’ine man (Mountain People) originally from Délı̨nę and Tulita First Nations in the Sahtú region of NWT. Now based in Yellowknife, he offers a variety of programs and services such as Medicine Walks, Retreats, Apprenticeships and Group Workshops about Traditional Dene Medicines in the NWT that teach the protocols and values to follow when gathering them.
Spend an evening among the Dene people, with northern lights story-telling, Dene history and legends, traditional drumming, and samples of traditional foods such as local Great Slave Lake fish and freshly made bannock. Visit our camp with a heated cabin and teepees with comfortable seating for everyone. Our camp is located on the shore of Great Slave Lake, with exceptional opportunities to see and photograph the vibrant Aurora Borealis.
Evening departures: 9pm-2am (4-5 hours)
We offer an exciting fishing tour along the Mackenzie River, where you can try your hand at catching both large and small fish, including Jack fish and Coney. All the necessary equipment is provided. Alternatively, you can enjoy a scenic tour of the Mackenzie River, which includes a visit to Reindeer Station—the original site of Inuvik. You’ll get to see both historic and modern buildings. On the return trip, we’ll take a different route to give you a fresh perspective, and if we’re fortunate, we might spot some local wildlife such as wolves, bears, seals, moose, beavers, and a variety of birds.
This 2-hour community tour provides the opportunity to learn more about the history and culture of the Łutsël K’é Dene and to get a sense of daily life in a remote Indigenous community. Łutsël K’é is the only community out on the East Arm of Great Slave Lake, and the people who live here enjoy a way of life balanced between traditional ways and modern conveniences.
Learn about the landmark development of the Thaidene Nene Protected Area, the international recognition the area has earned, and its importance to the culture and history of the community.
See the grandeur of Red Cliff Island on this 4-hour scenic boat tour. Ron will share his deep knowledge of the land’s history and significance while you enjoy fishing in the area or learning more about the culture of the Łutsël K’é Dene through traditional Indigenous storytelling.
The East Arm is world-renowned for its amazing fishing, and the steep cliffs of Red Cliff Island make for a stunning place to cast off and catch some of the colossal fish that swim in Great Slave Lake. Keep an eye out for iconic Northern wildlife while Ron takes you to all the best spots and treats you to a traditional shore-cooked meal – he’s confident you’ll agree that fish from the East Arm tastes significantly better than any you have had elsewhere.
Spend two days and two nights getting a completely authentic experience of the area around Thiadene Nëné and Łutsël K’é. Tour the community itself and enjoy a scenic boat trip out to Red Cliff Island, learning the history and hearing Indigenous storytelling from Ron himself. Hearty meals and an authentic shore lunch are included, and Ron’s rustic overnight camps will have you resting in full view of the Red Cliffs themselves, ready for more adventure the next day.
Choose how you spend your time on the land and waters of the East Arm – fish in secluded spots, take a wilderness hike or check traditional fishing lines in the area. Your time on the land is yours to enjoy – most guests find they enjoy a mix of adventure and relaxation, taking time for activity and reflection. Ron’s enthusiasm for storytelling and providing the best experience will inspire you to make the most of your time here.
Our Indigenous tour is authentic to our culture, sharing stories about the past with Indigenous heritage demonstrations, featuring trapping and dogsledding.