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Areas
Mariano explains the different types of zones found on the islands of
Ulithi atoll, including rocky areas, sandy areas, and the wet areas
where taro is grown.
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Winds
The mat is opened and the navigation school teaches us the names
and natures of different winds in the Central Caroline Islands. Seasons
here are defined in terms of wind direction. Steve discusses different
types of swell and their importance to navigation.
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Rains
Our instruction in aspects of navigation continues with some discussion
on reading clouds, and the names and natures of different rains. Steve
tells that rainbows are used to find islands. Then the mat is rolled
up.
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The Forest
Anywhere outside of the village is considered forest. Some of
the particularly important types of trees and their uses are discussed.
Then we begin to learn about traditional herbal medicine in Ulithi.
A special page expands on this topic.
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Water
The small islands of Ulithi Atoll are dependent on limited (and often
brackish) groundwater, or rainwater. Practices concerning the use of
these water resources, past and present, are discussed.
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Planting
Mariana Chim and Lourdes discuss tasks and taboos regarding the taro
patch, which is women's domain. Other crops are discussed, and Mariano
elaborates on the making of copra. A special page explains tuba, or
coconut toddy.
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