Description
This men’s t-shirt is 100% ring-spun cotton. It is made for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it take a bit longer to deliver. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions and thank you for supporting Kichi Sibi Trails.
Our logos were conceived and created by Simon Brascoupé a highly esteemed Algonquin Artist of Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg. The bear will be used to mark walking trails, while the beaver will be used to mark trails used uniquely for portage. The bear will also serve as the general logo for Kichi Sibi Trails.
Artist’s Statement
These designs are unique symbols of traditional Algonquin territory, history, and culture. Aboriginal People traditionally have learned by listening and learning from the animal world and nature for their profound insight and knowledge. The ability to observe is central to the artist’s vision of living in harmony with nature.
Simon Brascoupé
Kichi Sìbì Mìkànsan – Bear/Makwa
The bear land trail marker is inspired by an ancient Algonquin story. The image shows a bear walking over Algonquin territory. Even though the bear is large, it walks softly on the land. The image challenges us to walk on the land sustainably. It inspires us to mimic the bear’s good example.
Kichi Sìbì Mìkànsan – Beaver/Amik
The Beaver portage trail marker is inspired by the beaver who can be found throughout Algonquin territory. The Beaver since time immemorial has shaped the land by building dams on waterways to form ponds that form biodiverse rich ecosystems. The beavers track symbolizes their travel over the land searching for trees and branches to build its dams and lodges.