Traditional Wild Rice Harvesting In Wisconsin

Interest in the harvest of wild rice is growing. John Olsen has been harvesting wild rice for over 40 years. Here he presents a video that provides a starting point for those interested in learning more about wild rice. The film offers tips on items needed to harvest wild rice, where and when to harvest wild rice in Wisconsin, and ethical considerations to keep in mind when harvesting wild rice.

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Building A Birchbark Canoe – Traditional Craft, Superior Technology

The birchbark canoe is a truly sophisticated craft, both in design and in the techniques of building one. This film follows closely and in some detail a seven day build of a traditional Ojibwe canoe made with birch bark, cedar wood and spruce roots…

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