Hunting refers to the act of pursuing, capturing, or killing wild animals for food, resources, sport, or cultural practices. It was a vital survival skill for Native Americans in the Northeast.
Related terms
Sustainable Harvesting: The practice of utilizing natural resources (in this case, animals) in a way that ensures their long-term availability while minimizing negative ecological impacts.
Subsistence Economy: An economic system where individuals primarily produce enough to meet their basic needs rather than engaging in large-scale commercial activities.
Bison: Large grazing mammals native to North America that were extensively hunted by Native American tribes for sustenance and materials.