Woodland Subsistence

Woodland subsistence refers to the ways in which people living in wooded areas, particularly in North America, gather food and resources for survival. This typically includes hunting, fishing, gathering wild plants, nuts, and berries, and sometimes farming. Communities adapted to their environment by utilizing the diverse resources available in forests and wetlands. This lifestyle emphasizes a deep understanding of the local ecosystem and often involves seasonal patterns of resource use, where people move or change their strategies based on what is available throughout the year. Such practices shaped their cultures and societies over time.