The Village Island

Hint: How do I get to this island?

Nested hint: How do I get to the different locations on the lake?
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Nested hint: How do I get to the walkway over the lake?
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Hint: How do I get to the walkways above the forest?

Nested hint: What do I do with the ring of stones with animal carvings on them?
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