Navigating Springtime Travel- Traveling in Spring and Native Place Names

04/21/23 • 56 min

Tom Huntington transports us on a journey across Alaskan landscapes in springtime. He describes how to navigate the land when the snow and ice start to melt, and how to prepare and what do once you're out there. He also explains the importance of Native place names when traveling. Tom shares the importance of passing this knowledge and tradition on to youth to preserve and perpetuate Alaska Native culture.

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