The Region of the Shamans

Region Name: The South Appalachians Tribes: Cherokee, Chickasaw, Creek, Choctaw, Seminole Physical Features: Located in the East Southeastern United States, the South Appalachian region is comprised of rivers, mountains, rolling hills, and valleys, with the Appalachian Mountains running through the region. The climate is temperate, with relatively mild winters and humid-hot summers. Natural Resources: Major natural resources in the area are forests, wildlife, and fish, such as trout and catfish. There is also abundant amounts of coal, limestone, and clay for use in pottery and construction. Homes: The homes of the indigenous people in this region were traditionally made from wood, woven grass, and animal hide, and often had smoke holes in the roof for ventilation. Buildings were usually round in shape and had conical roofs of thatch. Clothing: Clothing and textiles were made from animal hide, buffalo hides, and deerskin. Cotton cloth, feathers, and wampum were also used to make clothing and other items. Arts and Crafts: The tribes in this region had intricate basket weaving, pottery making, and jewelry making traditions. Carvings and paintings were also popular crafts. They also crafted elaborate headdresses and masks out of animal hide, feathers, and stones.