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Subsistence strategy in the fish and hare period, northern Ontario: the Weagamow Ojibwa, 1880-1920

Journal of anthropological research32 (1) • Published In 1976 • Pages: 1-43

By: Rogers, Edward S., Black, Mary B..

Abstract
Based on interviews with older Ojibwa living in Weagamow village in northern Ontario, the authors discuss the subsistence patterns and strategy of the Northern Ojibwa around the turn of the century. The seasonal round shifted between fishing a variety of species, using a variety of techniques, in summer, and hunting mostly rabbits, in the winter. The Weagamow Ojibwa used a strategy of permanent base camps and surrounding satellite camps to exploit the wider environment. Camp composition varied between extended families in winter to larger gatherings of related kin in summer. The use of satellite camps also varied depending on the density of resources, which could change from year to year.
Subjects
Fauna
Annual cycle
Fishing
Fishing gear
Settlement patterns
culture
Ojibwa
HRAF PubDate
2000
Region
North America
Sub Region
Arctic and Subarctic
Document Type
article
Evaluation
Creator Type
Ethnographer
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Ian Skoggard ;1998
Field Date
1958-1975
Coverage Date
1880-1920
Coverage Place
Weagamow Lake, Ontario, Canada
Notes
Edward S. Rogers and Mary B. Black
Includes bibliographical references (p. 40-43)
LCCN
73645054
LCSH
Ojibwa Indians