American Robin Early Bird Contest: Meet the Kids at Our Official Site! Innoko River School, Shageluk, Alaska Students in Innoko River School will report when the first robin arrives in their village. But what are they showing you? Read ahead to find out! What Are Those Creations? They are "trash sculptures" put together with a glue gun! Students make these as part of their recycling program. They like to let the community know of their closeness to the environment and their efforts to keep it clean. (The school has just 40 students in preschool through grade 12!) Learn more about the students' lifestyle and traditions The Meaning of Migration: Moose Meat vs. Burgers Studying migration is a traditional part of life in Shageluk. For hundreds of years the Deg Hitan tribe has relied on the land, wind, water, sky, and the coming and going of animals for daily food. Even today, most students would choose to eat moose meat soup rather than a burger at McDonalds! Connecting Two Worlds Innoko River School tries hard to connect "the world students see on television" and the world of their ancestors, which they still keep alive. These kids know and like traditional Deg Hitan songs as well as current songs by people such as Eminem and Nellie! Through Journey North, they share with others and learn what's happening around the globe. Innoko River School students are keeping their eagle eyes open for the first robins that reach the end of the trail. Enter the 2006 Early Bird Contest! Simply send us your answer to Challenge Question #3: "When will the first robin reach Shageluk, Alaska?" To respond to this question, please follow these instructions. Facebook Pinterest Twitter © 1997 – 2024 Journey North. All rights reserved.