July 27, 2018 6:17 pm
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Have you ever watched children build forts or secret hideouts outside? In many cases they create a structure that resembles the shape of a teepee. While this might be a result of them mimicking what they’ve seen on television, it’s actually also them creating a basic structure that has been used by humans for thousands of years. Teepees were most famously used by the Native American tribes, especially those located in the Great Plains region of North America. They would construct these teepees to be their family homes or for ceremonial purposes. They were very important structures for the Cheyenne,... View Article
June 29, 2018 9:25 pm
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Many people make it their New Year’s resolution to try to better themselves in the coming year. They do things like start going to the gym, stop smoking, eat healthier or even just try new things every once in a while. Unfortunately, those resolutions often fall by the wayside after a couple of months (or even a few weeks). Now that summer is here, and 2018 is halfway over, we think it’s time to make a new resolution: break out of your comfort zone! Here are a couple of things you can try this summer that’ll push your comfort limits,... View Article
June 6, 2018 10:43 pm
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Throughout North America, numerous indigenous tribes used teepees for centuries prior to European colonization. Some indigenous Americans continue to use teepees today, both for ceremonial and practical reasons. It turns out that teepees feature a number of impeccable design elements that make them perfectly suited for modern use, particularly in harsh, cooler climates. Unlike modern tents, teepees are actually suited for long-term, year-round habitation. Because teepee technology has had thousands of years to evolve, they continue to be relevant alternative lodging options. Whether you’re looking for a unique guesthouse, an interesting art studio or an extension of your living space,... View Article
April 30, 2018 9:44 pm
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Teepees have been an iconic aspect of indigenous history for centuries. These structures have an intuitive design that has a durable construction with enough space to house a large number of people. They have the ventilation necessary to keep people cool during warm weather and divert smoke from a fire up and out of the structure. They have been used as dwelling places that can be taken down and transported easily as necessary. Whether you want to use a teepee as a nomadic dwelling or you want to incorporate this structure as a permanent fixture outside your home, you need... View Article
April 13, 2018 2:42 pm
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“A conical tent usually consisting of skins” is how Webster’s dictionary defines “teepee.” But for Native Americans, teepees are an important part of culture and history. For outdoor enthusiasts, teepees are a home away from home. At Huberwoods, teepees are just one of many uses for our wooden teepee poles in Utah. No matter what your interest or experience level with teepees may be, here are a few fun facts about teepees that we think will interest you. Teepee lifestyle Why live in a teepee? Because it best suits your lifestyle! For Native Americans, teepees were the ideal dwellings to... View Article
