Definition
Shastan refers to a group of Native American tribes who spoke related languages and lived in the area around Mount Shasta in Northern California and Southern Oregon. They include tribes like the Shasta, Karuk, and Okwanuchu. These groups shared cultural traits and linguistic connections. They were skilled hunters, fishers, and gatherers, deeply connected to the land. Think of them as a family of related tribes sharing a common heritage. ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ