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Wild spinach, also known as Lambs Quarter (ciwasaq in Sugpiaq), is harvested by Alaska Native people as part of their traditional diet.
Listen to Vera Angasan, Sugpiaq (Alutiiq) from King Salmon, Alaska, talk about wild spinach. Or read the transcript (ORAL HISTORY 98-22-05).
Listen to Ted Melgenak, Sugpiaq (Alutiiq) from King Salmon, Alaska, talk about wild spinach. Or read the transcript (ORAL HISTORY 98-22-04).
Listen to Ted Angasan, Sugpiaq (Alutiiq) from South Naknek, Alaska, talk about wild spinach. Or read the transcript (ORAL HISTORY 98-22-03).