Swinomish member returns to provides food for thought and nutrition

Anna Cook is getting back to her roots on many levels.

The Swinomish Indian Tribal Community member, a La Conner high school alum who went on to earn a degree from The Evergreen State College in Olympia, is a vocal advocate for food sovereignty through her work with the acclaimed 13 Moons project.

She was drawn to the cause in great part by her family’s involvement in hosting plant workshops. Her interest grew further after starting college.

Today, as a result of her affiliation with 13 Moons at Work – an environmental health and sustainability curriculum founded on indigenous first food...