Long ago the land we know as Canada was empty. People lived in another land, up above. An unseen voice asked a man and a woman, if they would like to go to another land down below. They agreed and went to see Spider to get there. They did not heed his warnings, however, that only one person may look down from the spider's line and, when both looked, they fell into the great eagle-nest. They were rescued by a wolverine and a bear. The bear taught the pair the ways of life on this new land. This is why the bear is respected and considered a wise person. When the White-Men came, they were interested in the Indians' coats and skins, but the two groups of people did not understand each other.

Gilbert Faries recounts a typical midsummer's feast where there was racing, wrestling, and dancing. Distinguished managers would also attend.

Sophie Gunner describes the many long steps in the process of tanning moose-hide. She also points out the different steps taken by men and women.

Sophie Gunner describes the process of making rabbit-skin blankets and the challenge in making large ones. She also talks about other clothes made of rabbit-skin.

Sophie Gunner recalls how she eventually took an interest in netting snow shoes and how her mother taught her all she knew.

Willie Frenchman recounts more perilous hunts and encounters, and how he survived crossing a near-frozen river.

Sophie Gunner describes the fetching of moss for babies' diapers and comments on parents who use cloth exclusively.