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Indie Alaska
How kayaks (qayaqs) are rejuvenating Alaskan Sugpiaq culture
Season 11
Episode 7
Jonathon Sawden normally works in HR but sees the importance to tell the world that his people, the Sugpiaq (Sookh-pee-ahk), and other Native peoples are still here. Here, Jonathon and another young apprentice artist are working with a Master Kayak Builder to learn the techniques to build traditional boats and be the next generation to keep the craft and culture alive.
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