OCBTracker Gathering Geocoin

My mission is to make it to The Gathering of Nations 2007. My brother coins are heading to some other big powwows, but in many ways, this is the old biggie for American Indian dance. Held the last weekend in April at "The Pit" in Albuquerque, NM. Visit www.gatheringofnations.com for more information on the event.

That's a year from now - meanwhile I'd like to help others learn about Native American culture by visiting powwows across the Western United States. There's a powwow virutally every weekend in most geographic areas of the United States. In Southern California, you can visit (visit link) to see a calendar of events, whereas powwows.com has a more broad list covering most of the large events across the country.

I've seen videos of Gathering of Nations; it is incredible. The entire floor of The Pit is covered in dancers and drums, dancers holding their large feather bustles over their heads so that more dancers can come down out of the stands. It is an awe inspiring experience.

Alas, I can never get away for this event. I have to live with just videos. Hopefully the geocoin will make it where I won't, and someone will be able to behold with their own eyes this incredible event.

Meanwhile - EVERYBODY POWWOW! Powwows are American Indian block parties, in many respects. Yeah, the dances are pretty specific and different, but most powwows have round dances where the public can join in and learn the steps themselves. Plus there's frybread, everyone's favorite treat; some folks love it with powdered sugar while others prefer the Indian Taco - a frybread covered with beans, meat, lettuce, tomatoes and cheese.

Come enjoy my culture, watch the dances, join in, have a great time!