Lesson 2- Subsistence

Goal: Gather specific information on subsistence activities of the area concerning moose.

Objective:

A. Make a finished moose product or
B. Explain moose hunting techniques or

C. Explain uses of the moose.

Standard: A15 - Understand scientific facts, concepts, etc [Use science to understand and describe the local environment (Local Knowledge)]

Materials: video camera, computer camera, photo camera, camping materials, food, elders, hunters

Procedures: Take a one to two day overnight camping trip with elders, or village or local experts. Students work with elders to set up the camp. Students observe and participate in subsistence activities such as: quartering a moose, tanning a moose, tool making, beadwork, making of babiche or sinew, miniature birch bark canoe making with babiche, cooking, meat drying, etc. Students draw and label a tool or a moose hunting technique. Students video tape and photograph the camping events. Students keep a daily journal on what they are learning.

Assessment: