Areas suitable for Cultural Bathing
This analysis reflects the specific spatial characteristics that are required in locations suitable for cultural bathing. This activity involves the submersion of the body in fresh cold water as a means of ritual purification and is usually done in wilderness locations. Therefore, the analysis has been designed to identify locations with access to water that are located in old-growth forests and occur in regions with a walkable slope. In addition, aspect has been considered as a factor which might affect the temperature of the water and the air and roads have been considered as a means of access. Finally, viewsheds have also been determined in order to produce a rough idea of areas which cannot be seen from known roads. This variable is important as privacy is required for this activity. Download Map

Warning: The results shown here are provided as an example only and are not complete, accurate or definitive. They should not be used to inform any planning and land use decision in the Callaghan Valley. Furthermore, they do not necessarily reflect the intentions or perspectives of the Squamish Nation.