New Visitor Experiences for Families & Individuals

By Mādahòkì Farm | July 17, 2025

Mādahòkì Farm has opened its gates wider than ever to welcome local, national, and international visitors seeking meaningful, authentic Indigenous experiences.

Connect with Indigenous culture through land, animals, and storytelling with our new Visitor Experiences programming – now open to families, individuals and small groups!

 

Visitor Experiences is made possible thanks to funding from the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) and Ottawa Tourism.

Programming in July and August includes:

  • Mishtadim (Equine Assisted Learning): Developed with the support of Ontario Trillium Foundation, Mishtadim are close encounter sessions with the rare and endangered Ojibwe Spirit Horses, a sacred breed with deep cultural roots.
  • Creation Workshop: A short introduction to Indigenous culture with a mini tour of the cultural displays and gardens of Mādahòkì Farm, followed by creating your own traditional dreamcatcher.
  • Farm Play: Personal meet and greet with many of the farm’s favourite farm animals – snuggle goats, feed the small animals, pet bunnies and have a personal tour meeting the Ojibwe Spirit Horses.
  • Indigenous Marketplace: Features over 60 Indigenous vendors, with one-of-a-kind products ranging from apparel, jewelry, home decor, traditional crafts, food and more. New to the Marketplace are Grab & Go Indigenous food, drinks and snacks prepared by the Mādahòkì culinary team.
  • Legacy Trail: Walk the scenic Legacy Trail to spot traditional plants and medicines and learn about the Seven Grandfather Teachings.

Starting September 15, more programming will be offered at the farm as part of its evolution into a year-round destination.

  • Trail of the Native Ponies: A self-guided walking tour across Mādahòkì Farm centred around the rare and endangered Ojibwe Spirit Horses. Along the trail, visitors will hear Elders’ and Knowledge Keepers’ stories and teachings, explore interactive Indigenous art installations, browse historical stories and documents, and experience the Spirit Horses in a whole new way through an immersive augmented reality encounter.
  • Spirit Horse Connections: A 3.5-hour cultural journey featuring a Traditional Welcome, Trail of the Native Ponies, tea & bannock, and a private walk with the rare Ojibwe Spirit Horses.
 

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