Olivia Webb shows off an item made of native fibers at Ethnobotany with an American Native Perspective hosted by Knöppelåsen Saturday, April 12. Anza Valley Outlook/Nate Tran photo
Alex Calapodis and Annika Knöppel hosted a unique and enriching event at Knöppelåsen in Aguanga, titled “Ethnobotany with an American Native Perspective Saturday, April 12.The sold-out lecture and luncheon gathered local community members, plant enthusiasts and advocates of indigenous knowledge to learn about the vital role native plants play in both historical and contemporary tribal life.The highlight of the event was a talk by guest lecturer William Pink, a respected ethnobotanist, educator and cultural leader. Pink brings decades of experience and deep-rooted knowledge to his teachings. He is widely recognized for his work at the native plant nursery at Pechanga and his contributions as a former Tribal Chairman of the Pala Band of Mission Indians. He also served on the Cal
