Gina ‘waadluux̲an gud ad kwaagid • Gin ‘wáadluwaan gud ahl kwáagiidang Everything Depends on Everything Else

This reminds us that no matter how much time a person spends on Haida Gwaii, we are all part of a very intricate web of life. Beachcombing, harvesting, boating and driving all have a ripple effect on the various habitats and ecosystems of our lands and waters so it’s important that we all tread lightly!

• Taking only what is given to me and leaving behind rocks, feathers, sand, and artifacts

  • This also includes agates, driftwood and shells

  • If you think the item is of interest or significance, you can take a photo, mark down the GPS coordinates and contact the Haida Gwaii Museum

• Respecting Haida Gwaii’s bounty, I will only take what I need to feed myself today

  • A long-standing Haida Way of Being is to only take what you need

  • Protecting the clam beds by keeping motorized vehicles away from the beach

• Supporting local businesses and giving back where I can Haida Gwaii Visitor Orientation

  • Being so remote, our local business owners greatly appreciate the contributions made by our visitors.