Ancient Technique, Modern Heart: Nikeeya’s Traditional Moose Hide Smoking

Watch Nikeeya complete the final step of tanning a moose hide — smoking it the traditional Indigenous way.

This is where skill, patience, and heritage come together to turn raw hide into a warm, supple leather product that First Nations have valued and relied upon for thousands of years.

In this episode of The Way To Native Chronicles, we join Nikeeya as she completes the final step in tanning a moose hide the traditional Indigenous way — the smoking process. This ancient practice, passed down through generations, transforms the hide into a special form of supple leather that First Nations have prized for thousands of years for its warmth, durability and beauty.

Filmed in rich 4K detail, you’ll see the fire carefully tended, the hide suspended to absorb the smoke, and the color slowly deepen — a beautiful moment that bridges old and new.

This video isn’t just about technique; it’s about cultural preservation, respect for the animal, and the artistry of Indigenous women who have kept this knowledge alive.

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