Native American groups also have deep ties to these regions and depend on them for their way of life. In his proclamation designating Bears Ears Monument, Obama wrote:
Traditions of hunting, fishing, gathering, and wood cutting are still practiced by tribal members, as is collection of medicinal and ceremonial plants, edible herbs, and materials for crafting items like baskets and footwear. The traditional ecological knowledge amassed by the Native Americans whose ancestors inhabited this region, passed down from generation to generation, offers critical insight into the historic and scientific significance of the area. Such knowledge is, itself, a resource to be protected and used in understanding and managing this landscape sustainably for generations to come.
Pinnacles climbers are a tribe, though young in historical existence, and our history, traditions and practices must be preserved and passed on. Pinnacles climbing is a way of life. It is part of who we are in varying degrees, for me it is much of who I am. Early on, as a young teenager, I felt part of this place. Others, and not only climbers are also, deeply connected to this place.
There is much to learn of Pinnacles.
