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Traditional
Games
"The object of the
competition was to see who was the fastest. Its real purpose was
to identify who was to pursue game." - (Izi) Joe Naedzo,
The Sahtuotine Long Ago, 1991
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Primary
Objective:
It was important traditionally for the Dene to be
mentally and physically fit to survive on the land.
Traditional games were played to test their physical
strength, mental capabilities, and to build character.
It is to expose students to the games from the
traditional Dene culture, and to have students value the
games for what they provided: fun, entertainment,
enjoyment and friendship. The competition is with
oneself. It is hoped that the games will be revived.
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