Nature’s beauty is waiting! Hike to stunning waterfalls and soak in the fresh mountain air in Cherokee, NC. | Visit Cherokee

In Cherokee culture, plants are one of our most important natural resources. Since the beginning, plants have been used every day as ingredients for food and medicine, hunting tools, basketweaving materials, art and more! How are plants a part of your daily life? Tell us in the comments and learn this Cherokee Word of the Week for “plant!” | Visit Cherokee Nation

Honoring and caring for the land is a fundamental part of being Cherokee. From the natural resources that sustain us to the traditions passed down for generations, our connection to the land is rooted in respect and responsibility. As we prepare for Watercress Fest on Saturday, April 26, we celebrate this relationship by recognizing the importance of conservation. The Cherokee Phrase of the Week is “respect the land.” 🌿 | Visit Cherokee Nation