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Rájiid váttisdaguvehki lea váldo áigumuš, mii fas goarut jávkkedettiin.
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Sámi rájiin dárbbašuvvá Badjelánna ja Ruoŧŧa ektui.
Sámi rájiin dárbbašuvvá Badjelánna ja Ruoŧŧa ektui.
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Boahttejus rájis lea álki ávkkesti sáme kultuvra ja álkistuvvon
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Study Notes
Reindeer Herding in Sápmi
Traditional Livelihood
- Reindeer herding is an essential part of the traditional Sami culture and economy.
- It has been practiced for centuries, with Sami people relying on reindeer for food, clothing, and transportation.
Importance of Reindeer
- Reindeer provide:
- Food (meat, milk, and organs)
- Clothing (hides, fur, and sinew)
- Transportation (riding and packing)
- Tools and materials (antlers, bones, and sinew)
Herding Practices
- Sami herders use traditional knowledge and skills to manage reindeer migrations, breeding, and grazing.
- Herding is often done in cooperation with other Sami families, with shared responsibilities and decision-making.
- Reindeer are moved seasonally between summer and winter grazing areas, often covering long distances.
Challenges and Threats
- Climate change affects reindeer grazing and migration patterns, making it harder to maintain traditional herding practices.
- Land use conflicts with mining, forestry, and tourism industries threaten Sami reindeer herding areas and rights.
- Modernization and urbanization have led to a decline in the number of young Sami people interested in continuing traditional herding practices.
Cultural Significance
- Reindeer herding is closely tied to Sami identity, culture, and spirituality.
- It is an important part of Sami storytelling, music, and art.
- Herding practices and traditions are passed down through generations, preserving Sami cultural heritage.
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Description
Learn about the traditional livelihood of Sami people, including the importance of reindeer, herding practices, challenges, and cultural significance in Sápmi.
