Flying Plover: His stories, told him by Squat-by-the-fire

In a remote corner of Labrador, a young orphan named Flying Plover grows up under the watchful eye of his grandmother, Squat‑by‑the‑fire. She is the tribe’s respected healer and storyteller, known for her skill in carving, painting, and brewing fragrant herbs. Their people move with the seasons—fishing the coastal bays in summer and following the caribou herds into the mountain forests for the long, harsh winters.

When the snow settles and the fire crackles, Squat‑by‑the‑fire shares the legends that have shaped her people for generations. Her tales weave together brave hunters, cunning bears, soaring birds, and the mysteries of the wilderness, all told with gentle humor and a deep respect for the natural world. Listeners are invited into these intimate evenings, where each story offers a glimpse of the Mountaineer Indians’ culture, their reverence for nature, and the timeless bond between a curious boy and his wise grandmother.