The Mighty Acorn: Eat Your Way Back Into The Web Of Life

Date:   11/20/2014 9:01:53 AM ( 10 y ago)

"Native Californians traditionally had very close relationship with oaks. From the indigenous perspective, the relationship between humans and oaks is fully reciprocal—our love, care and appreciation for our oaks is returned by their gratitude in the form of bountiful food, shelter, tools and spiritual connection. Not only were indigenous Californians dependent on acorns from oak trees, they also relied on the animals, like deer, that depend on oak ecosystems. Acorns were the staple food for about three-quarters of all native Californians, which means they were eaten almost every day. Humans have managed oak ecosystems for thousands of years by tending trees and using fire to control less desirable species like California bay laurel, as well as acorn pests such as acorn weevils. The majority of indigenous Californians took part in acorn ceremonies that honored the oaks and celebrated the acorn crop. Many native Californian tribes still hold ceremonies to celebrate the acorn crop."

 

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