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The Deep Relationship of the Sami and Reindeer

Season 1 Episode 2 | 3m 14s

Margret Fjellström and her family are indigenous Sami reindeer herders, relying on their herds for generations. During harsh winters, where temperatures can drop below -40 degrees Fahrenheit, the reindeer depend on energy-rich lichen.

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