Whether it’s as large as Rome or as small as Glenwood, every civilization needs natural resources. However, what makes a civilization great is how they use their resources. The Iroquois used natural resources for food, shelter, tools, and clothing. Through using natural resources sparingly and intelligently, the Iroquois became a great civilization.
The Iroquois were resourceful when it came to food, and this allowed them to concentrate their efforts on bettering themselves. They used agriculture, hunting and gathering, and various methods of food storage. This provided most of the Iroquois’ diet. They had a unique method of farming; they’d create mounds of dirt, and lace the seeds into the dirt. By doing this, they not only protected the seeds, but also saved time. The
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These gathered foods were mostly eaten if meat was scarce. Sunflowers were gathered to make sunflower oil, which was used to fry food. The Iroquois were some of the first people to harvest maple syrup. They loved maple sugar with many different foods. Meat was a huge part of the Iroquois’ diet. The meat gave them strength and they could also survive the long harsh winters. The men used bows and arrows to hunt and kill black bear, elk, deer, rabbits, wolves, and even turtles. In addition, they trapped wild turkey, ducks and other birds. Much like other indigenous groups, the Iroquois did not waste any part of an animal. By doing so, they provided not only food, but also clothing, shelter, weapons, and many other items. Also, The Iroquois’ method of storing food allowed them to