🦌5 facts you didn’t know about reindeer 🦌 1. Reindeer aren’t wild animals In Finnish Lapland, reindeer are semi-domesticated. They roam freely, but they have owners. Reindeer herding is a traditional livelihood in the North. 2. They change eye color depending on the season Reindeer are adapted to the Arctic climate. Their eyes shift from golden in summer to deep blue in winter, helping them see better in low-light conditions. 3. Both males and females grow antlers Reindeer are the only deer sp

DIY Christmas Pine Branch Reindeer & Bear Ingredients: Fresh Pine/Evergreen Branches: Look for varieties with short, stiff needles (like Fraser Fir, Noble Fir, or even Cedar for a different texture). You'll need a good amount! Think branches about 6-12 inches long, plus some smaller sprigs. Base Form: Styrofoam Forms: Spheres (various sizes for head, body), ovals, or even cone shapes that you can cut. These are lightweight and easy to stick branches into. Alternatively, Chicken Wire: You could s

The Sámi people of the Arctic have a timeless bond with reindeer. Not just as a source of food or clothing, but as the heart of their identity. For centuries, reindeer herding has shaped their rhythm of life, traditions, and worldview. The reindeer give them meat, hides, antlers and valuable materials for tools and clothes; they also guide seasonal migrations and connect them deeply with the land. But above all, it’s a relation built on respect and symbiosis: the Sámi take care of the reindeer,