Synopsis Of Traditional Ecological Knowledge, National Park Service

Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) is like a big book of nature secrets that has been written by Indigenous people over many, many years. They learned all about plants, animals, and how everything in nature works together by living close to the Earth and paying attention. They passed this knowledge down from parent to child, teaching them how to live well with nature. This special knowledge helps them know when to plant seeds, when to fish, when to hunt, and how to take care of the forests. It's not just about plants and animals, though; it's also about their culture, beliefs, and how they see the world, including the connections between people, animals, and the Earth.