26th Annual Gathering of the Eagles Hessel Powwow
Gathering of the Eagles Traditional Powwow
The 26th annual Gathering of the Eagles Traditional Powwow is on Aug. 17‑19 at the Hessel Powwow Grounds, next to the casino.
Schedule—Friday, spiritual gathering and potluck.
Saturday, grand entries at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m., feast at 5 p.m.
Sunday, grand entry at 1 p.m.
Head veteran, Tracy Heath.
Arena director, Josh Homminga.
Emcee, Joe Medicine.
Spiritual leader, John Causley and Bud Biron
Fire keeper, Andrew Causley.
Head female dancer, Colleen Medicine.
Head male dancer, Richard Lewis.
Junior head dancers, Tyler Bedell and Kendreya
Teeple.
Host drum, Mukwa Giizhik. Invited drums, Sugar Bush, others TBA.
All drums and dancers welcome! Public welcome! Vendors welcome! No drugs, alcohol or politics.
For more information, call Charlee Brissette 906‑630‑3082 or John Causley at 906‑430‑0830.
There will also be a Pendleton Blanket “Birch Path” commemoration “Gathering of Eagles Hessel Powwow 2018” raffle. All proceeds to support the Hessel Powwow, which takes place Aug.17-19. The raffle will be held Sunday, Aug. 19 at 3 p.m. at the Hessel Powwow. Winner does not need to be present. Tickets: $5 each or 3 for $10. License no. STR-005-18.