Skinning a Beaver

In these resources, learners watch Elder Mathew Nanooch skin a beaver and listen to trapping stories from Knowledge Keepers Archie Ribbonleg and Jimmy Tallcree. Then, they share what they’ve learned about the history of trapping in LRRCN by creating a piece of media to teach others.

Grade Range: 7-12

ᐊᒋᒧᐏᐣ ᓄᒉᒋᑭᐍᐣ Stories of Trapping

See pictures from a video in which Elder Mathew Nanooch and Knowledge Keepers Archie Ribbonleg and Jimmy Tallcree share memories of learning to trap, the importance of passing on trapping skills, and the value trapping brings to Little Red River.

Skinning and Stretching a ᐊᒣᐢᐠ Beaver With Elder Mathew Nanooch

See pictures from a video in which Elder Mathew Nanooch demonstrates how to skin a beaver and talks about which parts are edible.

Trap, Skin, and Stretch: Exploring Cultural Experiences and Values (Part 1)

In this handout, learners view short documentaries about trapping in the past, then compare them to what they know about trapping today.

Trap, Skin, and Stretch: Exploring Cultural Experiences and Values (Part 2)

In this handout, learners choose a type of media to teach others about the value of trapping in Little Red River past and present.

Skinning a Beaver Educator Guide 7–9

This Educator Guide supports teachers as they use these resources in their Grade 7–9 classrooms. A similar Educator Guide with varied activities is available for Grades 10–12.