Alaska Totem Pole Series Stock Photo

A totem pole in the village of Campbell River, British Columbia Canada along the Alaskan inside passage. Also see other totem poles in this series. Totem poles are wonderful examples of aboriginal art - the ancient practice of totem carving has been handed down through generations as a way of preserving the history of local native heritage as well as honoring tribal rituals and sacred spirits of people. This example of the rich native heritage of Campbell River along with many others can be viewed at various sites throughout the village.