Fighting Fires and Family Secrets
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Reviving Landscapes: Fire, Culture, and Ecology
This chapter explores the tragic consequences of fire suppression on Indigenous land management practices and the ecological degradation that followed. It highlights the efforts of Ponderay Indians to restore their ecosystem through traditional fire practices, emphasizing the cultural significance of fire in maintaining biodiversity. The narrative underscores the importance of integrating Indigenous knowledge in contemporary land management to foster a healthier and more vibrant landscape.
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