MYTHS AND LEGENDS OF
seven moons they had remained in the Land of the Salmon People.
When they passed Bella Bella, Cormorant said, "This is my town. I will go ashore here."
The birds and animals traveled on, and came to the mouth of the Bella Coola River. There they threw all their Salmon slaves into the water. The Salmon people jumped and began to ascend the river. Then Winwina arose in his canoe and told each one the silver salmon, the hump-back salmon—told each one at what season he was to arrive. Ever since that time there have been salmon in the Bella Coola River.
Winwina also scattered the Berry People all over the mountains, and through the valleys, and told each one at what season it was to ripen.
After all this was done, Winwina invited everyone to his house. He gave them a great feast.
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