St. Paul Ramps Up Reindeer Program to Improve Food Security

Students at St. Paul’s reindeer camp butcher a female from the island’s herd. This summer, the tribal government organized the camp as part of its effort to develop a more robust reindeer management program. (Laura Kraegel/KUCB)Download audio
For the last century, reindeer have roamed St. Paul Island without much oversight.
But now, the tribal government is stepping up its management style to boost subsistence options and the local economy.Fleshy red reindeer quarters are spread acro