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The Washoe Tribe: History, Culture, and Traditions of the Sierra Nevada

The Washoe tribe, native to the Sierra Nevada region of Nevada and California, has a rich cultural heritage. Traditionally, they crafted clothing from deer and rabbit skins and relied on local resources for sustenance, including pine nuts, acorns, and game. Their lifestyle focused on gathering food and showcases their renowned weaving skills. The Washoe possess unique beliefs, including respect for spirits of the dead and the significance of shamans in their society. Understanding their history offers invaluable insights into Native American culture.

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The Washoe Tribe: History, Culture, and Traditions of the Sierra Nevada

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  1. Washoe“people from here” By Ms. Hill (Example) http://www.teviscup.net/trail_locations/squawvalley.html

  2. Location • The Washoe tribe resided in the Sierra’s in both Nevada and California. http://flagspot.net/images/x/xa-washoemap.gif

  3. Clothing • Washoe clothing was made predominately out of deer and rabbit skins. http://spidermanironmanwonderwomanhall.files.wordpress.com/2008/12/deer-7561651.jpg http://www.cwsd.org/images/jackrabbit.jpg

  4. Food • Pine nuts • Acorns • Roots • Seeds • Berries • Game (deer, rabbit) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Washoe_people

  5. Lifestyle • The Washoe spend a lot of time gathering food. They also are well known for their ability to weave baskets. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/roadshow/fts/sanjose_200906A41.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Washoe_people

  6. Beliefs • Spirits of the dead are feared • No supreme being • Animals were personified • Shamans had magical powers of diagnosis, healing and protection. http://www.everyculture.com/North-America/Washoe-Religion-and-Expressive-Culture.html

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