Prairie People
Prairie People is an Indigenous-owned cultural enterprise rooted in the prairie lands of Moh’kins’tsis (Calgary, Alberta). Founded and led by Jani K. Red Gun of the Siksika Nation, part of the Blackfoot Confederacy, Prairie People exists to share living knowledge, land-based experience, and authentic Indigenous craftsmanship.Through hands-on classes, immersive tourism experiences, and carefully curated Indigenous arts, crafts, and raw materials, Prairie People offers meaningful engagement with culture as it is practiced today, grounded in tradition, guided by responsibility, and shaped for contemporary understanding.
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About Us
Prairie People was founded by Jani K. Red Gun as a family-run initiative grounded in lived Blackfoot culture and land-based knowledge. Raised within the culture and fluent in the Blackfoot language, Jani carries teachings that come from practice, responsibility, and direct connection to land.The work of Prairie People blends old Blackfoot ways with modern tools and technology, ensuring that knowledge remains relevant, accessible, and responsibly shared in today’s world.
Our Approach
At the core of Prairie People is respect for land, animals, materials, and knowledge.All practices follow a minimal-waste philosophy, including the respectful and complete use of animal materials. Environmental responsibility is not an added feature; it is a foundational value embedded in every class, experience, and product.Cultural knowledge is shared with intention, clear boundaries, and accountability, ensuring that what is taught is both meaningful and appropriate.
Experience & Trust
Jani brings over 10 years of survival and land-based experience, alongside 10 years in the tourism industry. Prairie People has worked closely with:
• Youth groups and educational programs
• Tourism Alberta
• Alpha House
• Siksika NationThis experience ensures that Prairie People’s offerings are safe, informed, and respectful, whether working with individuals, organizations, or institutions.
Our Work
Our work is dedicated to reclaiming Indigenous teachings to empower youth and share our traditional ways of life with others. We welcome everyone to participate in our camps and traditional teachings.
Classes & Training
Prairie People offers hands-on classes rooted in traditional knowledge and modern application. These sessions are designed to teach practical skills while fostering respect for land, materials, and cultural responsibility.Offerings Include
• Survival and bushcraft skills
• Traditional tool use and techniques
• Cultural education workshops
• Youth and community-focused programmingClasses are suitable for individuals, groups, schools, and organizations. All training emphasizes safety, responsibility, and experiential learning.
Cultural & Land-based Experiences
Prairie People offers guided, land-based experiences that focus on learning through place. These experiences are not performances; they are opportunities to engage with culture as it is lived today.Experiences Are
• Guided by lived knowledge and experience
• Grounded in land-based learning
• Designed with respect for cultural boundaries
• Adaptable for groups, organizations, and visitorsEach experience is shaped by the land itself, encouraging understanding through presence, practice, and reflection.
Arts, Crafts & Raw Materials
Handcrafted GoodsPrairie People creates and offers authentic Indigenous crafts and functional items designed for durability and purpose. Every piece reflects careful craftsmanship, cultural respect, and practical use.All products are backed by a lifetime warranty, reinforcing a commitment to quality over quantity.Raw MaterialsResponsibly sourced raw materials are available for artists, makers, and practitioners. All materials are harvested ethically, with respect for land, animals, and traditional protocols.Quality & LongevityProducts are made to last—reflecting values of care, responsibility, and sustainability rather than trends or mass production.
Where We Work
Prairie People operates throughout Southern Alberta, across Blackfoot Confederacy territory, offering both fixed-location and mobile, land-based experiences.
Classes, Training & Experiences
Classes, training, and experiences are available. Prices shown are estimates, as each session is priced individually based on materials and scope. Please feel free to inquire for detailed pricing.
Parfleche Bag Making Class $350 per person Group rates negotiable
Medicine Bag Making Class $300 per person Group rates negotiable
Moccasin Making Class $350 per person Group rates negotiable
Guided Tours $50 per person Group rates negotiable
War Club $350
Arrows $100 per arrow
Available Works
A selection of finished, one-of-a-kind works currently available for purchase. Each piece is crafted with care, ethical sourcing, and long-term use in mind. Prices shown are final.
Flint Knapped Knives $300
Medicine Bag $250
Breast Plate $200
Looking for a custom or made-to-order piece? Please visit our Custom Orders section.
Custom, One of a Kind Products
All Prairie People products are one of a kind and made to order. We are currently accepting custom orders.Pricing varies based on the product, materials, and scope of work. Each piece is crafted individually using ethically sourced materials and is backed by a lifetime warranty.For inquiries or custom requests, please contact us directly.
($100–$400)
($500–$1,000)
($2,000+)
Small custom products are handcrafted, one-of-a-kind pieces made with a focused scope and limited materials. Functional or artistic pieces that require less production time while maintaining the same level of care, quality, and ethical sourcing.
Pricing varies based on materials and design.
Mid-range commissioned products involve greater material use, multiple components, or increased customization. These pieces are designed through collaboration and require additional time, skill, and planning to complete.
Each commission is priced individually based on materials and scope. A deposit secures the order.
High-value and heirloom products are major commissioned works created over extended production timelines. These pieces often involve rare or extensive materials and are designed to be long-lasting, meaningful, and highly intentional.
Pricing varies significantly based on materials and complexity. A higher deposit is required to begin work, with final pricing and timelines confirmed prior to production.
All Prairie People products are one of a kind and made to order unless otherwise noted. Pricing ranges are provided as a guideline only. Final pricing is confirmed prior to production.
Small Works
Small custom products are handcrafted, one-of-a-kind pieces made with a focused scope and limited materials. Functional or artistic pieces that require less production time while maintaining the same level of care, quality, and ethical sourcing.
Pricing varies based on materials and design.
Final pricing is confirmed prior to production.
Flint Knapped Knives $300
Moccasins $300
Medicine Bag $250
Breast Plate $200
Mid-Range Products
Mid-range commissioned products involve greater material use, multiple components, or increased customization. These pieces are designed through collaboration and require additional time, skill, and planning to complete.
Each commission is priced individually based on materials and scope. A deposit secures the order.
Final pricing is confirmed prior to production.
Bows $400
Indian Back Rest $600
Women's Moccasins $300
Men's Moccasins $300
High-Value Products
High-value and heirloom products are major commissioned works created over extended production timelines. These pieces often involve rare or extensive materials and are designed to be long-lasting, meaningful, and highly intentional.
Pricing varies significantly based on materials and complexity. A higher deposit is required to begin work.
Final pricing and timelines confirmed prior to production.
Bison Hide $3000-6000 Brain Tanned
Women's Moccasins $300
Men's Moccasins $300
Parfleche Bags $450
Deer Hide $500 Brain Tanned
Contact Us
Connect with us to learn more, book our services, order our products and get involved! Reach out anytime— we would love to hear from you!
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