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I believe you are referring to the travois although sled is not really a good description of it. It was two long poles attached to a horse, or in some cases, dogs to carry mostly belongings, small children and/or elders . Hides were lashed normally to the poles.
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What methods did the plain Indians use to hunt the buffalo?
They used the fur to disguise themselves.
How did the plain Indians use their water?
They used it in many ways. The main reason was for drinking though.
What are some ways the plain Indians used the buffalo?
The plain Indians used the buffalo for the humping of new members into their tribe. Not all the members would even make it this far in the hazing rituals, most would die in the "shooting" the apple off their heads initiation, do to the fact that most Indians are alcoholics and moments of their lives not drinking or smoking can give them a nasty shake in the hands.
What is the importance of horses for the plain Indians?
The plains Indians would use horses to hunt buffalo. It was much easier to catch up with the buffalo herd when you could run just as fast. They also used horses to travel long distances.
What transport do the native Americans use in the olden days?
Used travois (like sleds) pulled by dogs
What natural resources did the plain Indians use?
the plain Indians used long houses & used buffilo meat for Natural Resources
How did the Mohawk Indians get around like transportation?
The Mohawks used canoes made of elm bark or hollowed-out logs. In the winter they used snowshoes and sleds.
What area did Indians build their teepees back in the old days?
in the plains. the teepees were mainly used with the plain indians
What are plank sleds used for?
plank sleds are used for getting around faster than walking so that you can save time
What kind of transportation did the Indians use?
the inuit used kayaks in the summer to cross a lake or ocean amd they used dog sleds in the winter. the kayaks are made from animal hide and skins.
Did the plain Indians write?
they used buffalo to make oil and write with feathers
What were plain Indians customs?
The Plains Indians used quills to decorate items. They also used glass beads and had cremonies when a newborn is about 1 year old.
What caused Plain Indians to pull travel instead of dogs?
dogs used to attack
What methods did plain Indians use to hunt buffalo?
They used the fur to disguise themselves.
What methods did the plain Indians use to hunt the buffalo?
They used the fur to disguise themselves.
What methods did the plain Indians use to hunt buffalo?
They used the fur to disguise themselves.
Do Alaska people drive cars or sleds?
Depends, cars are mostly used on streets but sleds are for races and stuff!
