“Teaching Our Young” Theme For Batchewana’s 2014 Traditional Powwow
BATCHEWANA, ON – Batchewana First Nation is thrilled to announce this years Powwow themed, “Abinoojiiyag Gekinoo’Amawindwaa” (teaching our young).
This spectacular event will take place at the Rankin Powwow grounds located at, 142 Gran street. Beginning on Saturday August 30th, the master of ceremony, Joel Syrette will initiate two grand entries the first at 1:00pm and the second at 7:00pm. Host drum, Bear Creek will provide the opening song and head veteran, Steve Fleagle will lead the procession followed by a rotation of head dancers.
Day two of the festivities (Sunday August 31st) will begin with a grand entry starting at 12:00pm.
Batchewana First Nation’s War of 1812 Commemorative Medal & Banner will be on display all weekend and Anishnabek vendors will be on site offering a wide variety of hand made crafts, and delicious traditional foods for everyone to enjoy.
Rough camping is available, Batchewana First Nation Chief and Council hope to see you there!
