Scraping Moose Hides and Tanning - The DENE THA' WAY

In this video you will learn the secrets of tanning moose hides the traditional Dene Tha' way, as taught by an Indigenous elder. Yes, a lot of work, but this craft remains relevant (and the finished product very valuable) because, when made this way, the hide is durable, easy to work with and provides insulating qualities leather processed in a factory cannot match.

00:00 - Introduction
00:29 - What this video will teach
01:18 - Applying brain to the hide
05:02 - Wringing the hide
11:11 - Scraping the hide part 1
12:41 - Scraping and soaking again
22:08 - Soaking and wringing again
35:59 - More scraping tips
38:00 - Testing hide for being done
41:40 - What's next?
47:57 - Next video recommendation

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