Today on Of Cedar And Salmon, Long Claw shares the Legend of the Salmon People.

Long ago, the 5 clans of salmon people were given their divine purpose by Hwan, The Changer.

But the path was difficult, and they grew frustrated with the hardships placed before them.

But Hwan explains that their journey does not merely end in this world.

While their path is long, and many will not live to see the end of it, those who endure will take their place in the eternal River of Life.

And their journey will leave a legacy on this earth as enduring as it is profound.

It's a legend of perseverance, sacrifice, transformation, and the responsibilities that come with the gifts we've been given.

A legend that you can still find in the sky today.

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So what happens when the heir to a Chief's position ends up being... less than impressive?

On today's episode of Of Cedar And Salmon, Chris and Long Claw unpack one of the more lighthearted legends in the Coast Salish tradition.

It's an exploration of leadership, education, marriage customs, community accountability, and the all-too-relatable role humor plays when it comes to teaching serious lessons.

And while technology has changed dramatically over the centuries, humans are still remarkably good at convincing themselves that a rock is something it isn't.

Join us as we explore a legend that is equal parts comedy, cautionary tale, and timeless commentary on the importance of good judgment.

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Before phrases like: "not the brightest bulb", "a few cards short of a deck", or even just "bird brain"... there was "Klotatkwaetae".

When an aging chief begins searching for his successor, his son seems an obvious choice.

Unfortunately, that is until his son begins to demonstrate a truly remarkable lack of judgment.

In an effort to test the young man's abilities, the chief gives him a challenge: find a wife.

The results are not encouraging.

On today's episode of Of Cedar And Salmon, Long Claw shares this humorous Coast Salish story of wisdom, leadership, and the consequences of seeing what you want to see instead of what is truly there.

A legend that leaves our chief between a rock and a hard place.

So, what's the worst date you've ever been on?

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