North Idaho Territory Acknowledgment
As we explore the magnificent landscapes of northern Idaho and eastern Washington, we wish to acknowledge and pay our respects to the Indigenous Peoples whose ancestral lands we traverse. This territory holds deep historical significance for the Kootenai (Ktunaxa), Coeur d’Alene (Schitsu’umsh) , Nez Perce (Nimiipuu), Spokane (Sqeliz), Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla who have served as the traditional custodians of these lands for thousands of years.
We recognize the enduring connection these communities maintain with the lands and waterways of the Idaho Panhandle and its surrounding territory and honor their rich cultural heritage and traditions. As the original stewards of the region, the descendants of these Indigenous Tribes serve as invaluable caretakers and preserve important traditional ecological knowledge.
