Ihooireiden

Ihooireiden is a fishing village located on the western coast of Haida Gwaii, an archipelago off the coast of British Columbia, Canada. It is situated on asign Tlell, which is a small island within the Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve and Haida Heritage Site.

The village is known for its traditional fishing practices and its role in the cultural heritage of the Haida people. The village is home to some of the oldest and most respected Haida clans, and it is a popular destination for tourists and students of anthropology and ethnography.

The village is located in a region of great biodiversity, with the surrounding waters home to a wide variety of marine life. The island's rugged landscape and lush forests support a rich ecosystem, with many plant and animal species found nowhere else on the planet.

Ihooireiden is also an important cultural site, with many ancient Haida villages and middens preserved in the surrounding area. These middens contain the remains of old villages, which are believed to have occupied the area for over 10,000 years.

The village is remote and accessible only by boat or plane. While it is not a large settlement, Ihooireiden holds great cultural significance and is an important part of Haida history and traditions. The village continues to be an important center for fishing and cannery work, and its rich cultural heritage remains an important resource for local Haida communities and researchers.

Tourism to the area is managed and regulated by the Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve and Haida Heritage Site to protect the fragile environment and cultural sites. Visitors must be accompanied by a licensed guide and adhere to strict protocols to minimize their impact on the area.