After catching a fish, the first step to processing it is gutting and removing the gills. It might seem basic, but it’s an important step to ensure your salmon is properly prepared for cooking and eating. The goal of Tlingit & Haida’s Traditional Food Security Department is to share their traditional knowledge and promote food sovereignty by teaching people to preserve their own food. | Tlingit & Haida

After gutting the salmon and removing the backbone, it’s time to take the ribs out. Gunalchéesh, Háw’aa to Geetwein Mike Douville for sharing his knowledge in this salmon processing tutorial series. Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/baoe3NBbCt0 #Tlingit #Haida #AlaskaNative #Indigenous #Salmon #TraditionalFoods | Tlingit & Haida