Land Acknowledgement

We acknowledge that the land we are on is the ancestral land of the Miccosukee and the Seminole Tribe of Florida and we recognize them as the original stewards of this land. We gather on the traditional and unceded lands of these Indigenous Peoples, including those whose Nations remain active today, and those whose tribal presence has been displaced or disrupted by colonization. The impacts of colonization are not confined to the past. They persist in the systemic injustices Indigenous Peoples face across this country, including here in Florida.

We honor these original caretakers and their enduring relationship with this land. We recognize the harm inflicted through colonization and commit to learning from and supporting Indigenous peoples today. As travelers committed to meaningful, responsible experiences, we recognize that acknowledgment alone is not enough. Tourism Cares pledges to support Indigenous-led initiatives, uplift Native voices, and foster education about Indigenous rights and histories. During our time here, we commit to walking respectfully, listening deeply, and contributing to the healing and restoration of land and people, for this generation and the next. 

Educational Resources & Activities

• Visit the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum (Seminole Tribe of Florida) – 1 hour drive from Fort Lauderdale  

• Support indigenous owned experiences like the Miccosukee Indian Village & Airboat Tours & the Buffalo Tiger Airboat Tours (Miccosukee-owned)

• Read about the history of the Seminole people

Support & Donation

Donate to the Trail of Florida’s Indian Heritage which promotes responsible site visitation to and provides public education on Native American Indian heritage in Florida