How qayaqs (kayaks) are reviving Alaskan Sugpiaq culture | INDIE ALASKA

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.
Produced by Shiri Segal, Matthew Faubion, Valerie Kern
Music by Universal Production Music
Special Thanks: Chugachmiut
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Favorite comment of the week! Thank you so much for the kind words.

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Nice....made in Alaska. I want one!

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