Around four thousand years ago, the primary means of survival for woodland Indians involved hunting for deer and gathering nuts along with seeds. Residing in forested regions and near water sources, they became adept hunters and fishers. In winter, when lakes froze, they turned to hunting larger animals and trapping smaller ones. The white-tailed deer held particular significance, not only providing meat but also skins for constructing homes and clothing. Male members took on the responsibility of hunting and fishing, whereas the females handled farming and gathered various wild fruits, tubers, and other plants from their surroundings.
