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Melting the Pitch

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Description: An Ojibwa man and woman melt pitch in a pot over an open fire in a forest. The pitch will be used to seal a canoe that they're making.
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Caulking the Seams

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Description: An Ojibwa woman caulks the seams of a canoe with pitch.
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The Canoe: Ready For Launching

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Description: An Ojibwa man carries a canoe on his head and shoulders. An Ojibwa woman walks behind him carrying materials on her back.
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The Canoe: Maiden Trip

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Description: An Ojibwa man and woman paddle a canoe on a lake at sunset.

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