Welcome to Ahous Adventures
Dive into our world of eco and cultural adventures as we share the richness of Ahousaht's Indigenous culture, history, wildlife and breathtaking landscapes.
Explore the Pacific Ocean waters to find gray whales, humpback whales and occasionally transient orcas. Experience the power of geothermal energy in the midst of pristine, temperate rainforest alongside the ocean. Observe black bears in their natural habitat.
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Indigenous Tourism Canada | Indigenous Tourism BC | Tourism Tofino | Ben Glassco
"Located just north of NaÄiks (Tofino), British Columbia, the Ahousaht First Nation is having a long-awaited resurgence. As the Ahousaht work to restore their lands and waters from de-forestation and other negative impacts of industry, they are also starting to harness tourism in new ways, as a force for economic development, environmental stewardship, and healing for a people and a culture that have long been marginalized.
On Travel Beyond, we hear about the stewardship solutions emerging from the Ahousaht First Nation. Our guests are Hasheukumiss (Richard George), Head Hereditary Chief, and ?ikaatius (Tyson Atleo), also a Hereditary Chief. They are co-owners of Ahous Adventures, which operates as a social enterprise on behalf of their Nation. They also lead the Maaqutusiis Hahoutlhee Stewardship Society (MHSS), a non-profit seeking to protect the environment and build economic opportunities.
These leaders are taking action to make sure the positive aspects of tourism turn into meaningful and lasting benefits for the next generations on Ahousaht territory. The implementation of a voluntary stewardship fee and the use of a newly-purchased resort and a place of healing are two inspiring examples other destinations can learn from."
Listen to the Podcast by following the link here - https://destinationthink.com/blog/rebuilding-with-purpose-ahousaht-first-nations-stewardship-led-tourism-development/