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The Waterers

a series of stories and reflections shared across generations. These episodes were created by young artists seeking to honor stories shared with them by family members across the state of Minnesota.

society & culture documentary

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0:33

Protect Them

The Waterers ·

2025/10/23

Serena Logan, a youth from Nett Lake Village, expresses her heartfelt wish to protect the bears and honor their place in Ojibwe culture. Her words reflect a deep sense of care and responsibility for the natural world and its sacred beings. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

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1:24

Poor Bear

The Waterers ·

2025/10/23

Téa Drift Rivera from Nett Lake Village shares a humorous yet heartfelt story about a bear that climbed into her car, teaching an unexpected lesson about responsibility and compassion. Through her young daughter’s innocent response, she reflects on the deep understanding that bears are relatives deserving of care, not fear. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

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0:56

Our Relatives

The Waterers ·

2025/10/23

Téa Drift Rivera from Nett Lake Village speaks about the sacred kinship between people and bears, emphasizing respect, protection, and reciprocity. She reflects on traditional teachings that honor the bear’s sacrifice and condemns wasteful harm against these spiritual relatives. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

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1:07

A Message To Our Leaders

The Waterers ·

2025/10/23

Deanna Drift of Nett Lake Village calls on community leaders to deepen their understanding of the cultural and spiritual significance of bears within Bois Forte traditions. She reminds them that true leadership includes learning from both traditional and contemporary knowledge to better serve their people. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

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1:16

Makwa

The Waterers ·

2025/10/23

Mavis Drift, an elder from Nett Lake Village, shares teachings about the Bear Clan and its deep meaning in Ojibwe culture—symbolizing bravery, family, and spiritual protection. She reflects on the importance of naming ceremonies and the guidance they offer in understanding one’s connection to the spirit world. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

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0:30

Honor Them

The Waterers ·

2025/10/23

Serena Logan, a youth from Nett Lake Village, reflects on her experiences growing up in connection with her community and the natural world that surrounds it. Her story highlights the importance of listening, learning, and carrying forward the teachings of her elders. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

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1:31

Ceremonies

The Waterers ·

2025/10/23

Margaret Benner of Nett Lake Village reflects on the teachings passed down from her mother, aunties, and elders about honoring the bears through seasonal feasts and ceremony. She shares how these traditions and the guidance of spiritual advisors continue to shape her understanding of culture, dance, and lifelong learning.

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1:07

Bears Are Medicine

The Waterers ·

2025/10/23

Margaret Benner of Nett Lake Village reflects on the sacred relationship between her community and the bears that share their land. As a Bear Clan member, she speaks about standing up to protect them, honoring the deep spiritual connection that defines her identity and responsibility. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

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1:13

Bears Won't Attack

The Waterers ·

2025/10/23

Téa Drift Rivera from Nett Lake Village reflects on growing up alongside the bears that roam her backyard, sharing a story of coexistence and trust. Her words reveal a deep respect for the animals and the balance between humans and nature in her community. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

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2:06

Bear Hunt

The Waterers ·

2025/10/23

Deanna Drift of Nett Lake Village, Bois Forte Nation, shares her thoughts on the spiritual and impact of bear hunts in her community. This story was collected as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program.

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0:33

Protect Them

The Waterers ·

2025/10/23

Serena Logan, at her young age, is already working with family members to protect her makwa (bears) that live in her village of Nett Lake on the Bois Forte Reservation. Though very young, she is passionate about telling bear stories and providing insights into her relationship with them. Serena recorded this story and helped to record other members of her family as they talked about makwa.

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1:47

Growing Up In Bena

The Waterers ·

2025/10/02

Valerie Cash Young shares with her daughter Animikiikaakwezenz (Mickaylynn Fasthorse) memories of what her life was like grwoing up in the small community of Bena, located on the Leech Lake Reservation. Animikiikaakwezenz, recorded Valerie's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

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3:09

Parenting

The Waterers ·

2025/10/02

Valerie Cash Young shares parenting advice and reflections to her daughter Animikiikaakwezenz (Mickaylynn Fasthorse). Animikiikaakwezenz, recorded Valerie's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

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5:50

Respect

The Waterers ·

2025/09/28

Elder Shirley Young speaks to the need to show respect and kindness to others Animikiikaakwezenz, her granddaughter, recorded Shirey's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

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3:27

Memories of Childhood

The Waterers ·

2025/09/28

Elder Shirley Young recalls memories of growing up in Winnie Dam on the Leech Lake Reservatio. Animikiikaakwezenz, her granddaughter, recorded Shirey's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

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7:04

Dating

The Waterers ·

2025/09/28

Elder Shirley Young and her daughter Valerie Cash Young, provide insight and advice about the joys and responsibilities of dating. Animikiikaakwezenz (granddaughter and daughter) recorded Shirey's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

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4:30

Becoming A Parent

The Waterers ·

2025/09/28

Elder Shirley Young speaks to her personal experiences raising children and the discipline and determination it requires. Animikiikaakwezenz, her granddaughter, recorded Shirey's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

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1:53

My Father Had A Dream

The Waterers ·

2025/09/23

Elder Sarah Jackson tell of how her father had a dream about making a drum for the community. Bezhigo Binesiikwens, her granddaughter, recorded Sarah's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

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0:43

Drum Songs

The Waterers ·

2025/09/23

Elder Sarah Jackson explains how drums get their songs. Bezhigo Binesiikwens, her granddaughter, recorded Sarah's stories as part of the Waterers Oral Histories Program in partnership with Niigaane Bizindamoo-makak program and the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School located on the Leech Lake Reservation.

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1:36

Miskwaabik

The Waterers ·

2025/09/23

Michael Smith Jr. graciously shared a traditional teaching about the origins and purpose of copper with the Nigaane Bizindamoo-Makak production team. In this episode he tells the story of how the Ojibwe people came to learn about copper. This episode is in Ojibwemowin.

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