W̱SÁNEĆ - The Saltwater People Volume 4 with Earl Claxton Jr.

2024-04-01

This series is dedicated to learning about the unique and rich history of the W̱SÁNEĆ Saltwater People and their traditional connection to their Salish Sea Homeland including S,DÁYES (South Pender Island). Earl Claxton Jr., a W̱SÁNEĆ elder, will speak about how he became involved in the ȽÁU, WELṈEW̱ Tribal School's plant nursery and garden. He will share some of his vast knowledge on native plants. As well, explain the technique for reef net fishing, an ancient and sustainable salmon harvesting ...

Earl Claxton Jr., a W̱SÁNEĆ elder, will speak about how he became involved in the ȽÁU, WELṈEW̱ Tribal School's plant nursery and garden. He will share some of his vast knowledge on native plants. As well, explain the technique for reef net fishing, an ancient and sustainable salmon harvesting method used by the W̱SÁNEĆ people. That, and so much more.

This interview has been made possible with funding from: the Capital Regional District, the Pender Island Community Resource Centre, the W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council/W̱SÁNEĆ School Board, the Pender Islands Museum, and the South Pender Historical Society.

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