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Seaside
Tanapag has always had at least one "community center" next
to the sea. We hear more of the modern history and function of this
place. Gathering activities for crabs and clams are recounted.
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Beaches
Tanapag has one main beach, with other beaches named after local landowners.
Here the Tanapag youths learned to swim. Estella recounts the salt factory
her mother established on the beach, and the various means of food preservation
are discussed.
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On the Reef
Carolinians chose to settle at Tanapag because the reef system afforded
a range of environments, hence excellent fishing grounds. The different
zones and locations on the reef are explained, as well as the traditional
use of fish weirs.
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Fishing
Fishing is a central part of Carolinian culture in Tanapag. Various
different methods of fishing are discussed, in particular the community
event of net fishing.
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