The Cowichan 2008 Spirit Pole tour will take place over 13 weeks, beginning in May 2008. A 20-foot red cedar log will be transformed into a ceremonial Spirit Pole as it tours the province. Under the guidance of master carver Carey Newman, people in 50 communities will be invited to carve a section of the pole. Participants will also learn about traditional carving methods and First Nations history.(www.bc150.gov.bc.ca)
To read the story behind the Spirit Pole, click on Victory of Spirit - A Story in Wood
To view the Spirit Pole Tour map, click on the Spirit Pole Destinations Map
To view the Spirit Pole Tour dates, click on the Spirit Pole Tour Dates site
To download a colouring page of the Spirit Pole, click on 2008 Spirit Pole Colouring Page
An Interview with Spirit Pole Artist Carey Newman
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