Native American cultures are rich and diverse, spanning numerous tribes and traditions. One of the most compelling elements ...

I once stayed at an upscale spa that had a Native American theme. ... Amid Born-Again Navajos (most often New Jersey-born Caucasians), spirit animals, or totems, are the latest trendy pets.

According to Native American legend, the turtle symbolizes Mother Earth. This is because turtles are one of the few animals that carry their homes on their backs, just as the Earth carries all of us.

All the animals have meaning for Valencia, who is a Santa Ynez Chumash tribal member and the first California Native American showrunner. Not only does “Spirit Rangers” have an all-Native ...