Native peoples flourished in the diverse landscapes of Washington state, which encompassed coastal areas, temperate rainforests, mountains, plateaus, and river valleys. They skillfully utilized the rich marine resources of the coast, the abundant flora and fauna of the forests, and the fertile lands of the valleys for sustenance and to shape their unique cultures.
Can somebody make this shorter?
Native peoples thrived in Washington state's varied landscapes, utilizing marine resources, forests, and fertile valleys to shape their distinct cultures.
Google Whatcom (noisy water)
"Whatcom" is a word that translates to "noisy water" in the native Lummis language.
"native Lummis language"
of Washington State, about halfway from Seattle to Tacoma :)