Tree Ceremony

In a traditional ceremony, Native leaders offer their respect and gratitude to a majestic red cedar tree before it is cut down. The tree was carved into a canoe that would come to be called Raven Spirit. More about raven spirit can be found in our Raven Spirit featured story.

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Courtesy Sealaska Heritage Institute

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some very good info. thanks!

Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 05/28/2010 - 1:24pm.

some very good info.

thanks!

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