PABLO, MT — When Robert McDonald picked up a camera at Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes headquarters in Pablo, he didn't just start filming. He connected viewers to tribal experiences through his visual storytelling series "Walks with CSKT."

The series dives into CSKT staff explaining everything from tribal research to their roles in how the tribe operates. The response has been an instant connection with audiences.

"It reminded me I take for granted all the amazing stories I get to hear everyday at work, and wish I could share that part of us that they don't get to see," McDonald said.

Fifteen years in print journalism taught McDonald the power of storytelling. Now he's using video to open doors most media never get to walk through.

"I've covered many tribal nations and there w

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