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A Necessary Disturbance: Cultural Fire on Washoe Tribal Lands in Lake Tahoe
A Necessary Disturbance: Cultural Fire on Washoe Tribal Lands in Lake Tahoe
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Length:
60 minutes
Released:
Sep 29, 2021
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Podcast episode
Description
For centuries, the Washoe Tribe migrated seasonally between the Carson Valley and Lake Tahoe. Their presence on the land and cultural practices helped mitigate wildfire risk, as well as enhance wildlife and resilience to drought.We interviewed Rhiana Jones, Interim Director of the Washoe Environmental Protection Department, and Washoe Tribal Council member Helen Fillmore. They helped to shed light on how the forced removal of Washoe people and their practices from the land has impacted ecosystems. They also discussed how the MÁYALA WÁTA Restoration Project aims to restore and preserve Meeks Meadow by integrating traditional knowledge and culturally guided burning practices into current land management strategies.
Released:
Sep 29, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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