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Pheasant Rump 68
Pheasant Rump Indian Reserve No. 68
A map of the province of Saskatchewan showing 297 rural municipalities and hundreds of small Indian reserves. One is highlighted with a red circle.
Location in Saskatchewan
First Nation Pheasant Rump
Country Canada
Province Saskatchewan
Area
 • Total 5,444.5 ha (13,453.7 acre)
Population
 (2016)
 • Total 56

Pheasant Rump 68 is a special area of land in Saskatchewan, Canada. It is known as an Indian reserve and is home to the Pheasant Rump Nakota First Nation. This community is located about 10 kilometers north of a town called Kisbey.

What is Pheasant Rump 68?

Pheasant Rump 68 is a specific piece of land that has been set aside for the use and benefit of the Pheasant Rump Nakota First Nation. These areas are called Indian reserves in Canada. They are important places where First Nations communities can live and keep their traditions.

Size and Location

The reserve covers a large area, about 5,444.5 hectares. To give you an idea, that's like more than 10,000 football fields! It is located in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan, which is in the central part of the country.

Who Lives There?

According to a count done in 2016, 56 people live on Pheasant Rump 68. These residents live in 11 homes, though there are 18 homes in total on the reserve. The people living here are members of the Pheasant Rump Nakota First Nation.

The Pheasant Rump Nakota First Nation

The Pheasant Rump Nakota First Nation is one of many Indigenous groups in Canada. "First Nation" is a term used to describe the original peoples who lived in Canada before European settlers arrived. Each First Nation has its own unique history, culture, and language.

Nakota Heritage

The Nakota people are part of a larger group known as the Sioux. They have a rich history and culture, including unique traditions, stories, and ways of life. Living on their reserve helps them keep their heritage strong for future generations.

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