The Soul of the White Ash: The Artistry of Jeffrey Gale In the quiet, verdant landscapes of Vermont, where the rhythm of nature dictates the passage of time, the work of Jeffrey Gale emerges as a profound dialogue between man and forest. Born on April 14, 1952, in Huntington, New York, Gale has become a preeminent figure in the revival of American white-ash basketry, a craft that breathes life into the ancient traditions of New England’s Indigenous peoples. His journey is not merely one of technical mastery but a spiritual pursuit of preserving a cultural heritage that is as much about the l…