West River Eagle

Dancers brave the heat at the three-day pow wow


This series of photos comes from Saturday’s grand entry, led by CRST Chairman Herald Frazier.

Fancy dancer spins to the drum.

Carrying the staffs were Richard Charging Eagle and Robert Dunsmore. Carrying the flags were Nile High Elk, Joe Ggripne and Danielle Dakoteany. Wmabli Ska Brave was Leland West.

A young fancy dancer and jingle dress dancers bring up the tail end of the grand entry.

Royalty was led by Miss CRST Serena Eagle, followed by Jr. Miss Cankpa Wakpa Sophia Benally, Jr. Miss Wambli Ska Kylie Walking, Little Miss CRST Olivia Thunder Hawk, Jr. Miss Eagle Nest Jordanna Thunder Hawk, Miss LaPlant Tina Shields, Miss Red Feather Society Fallen Sorbel, and Miss Tiospaye Topa Princess Cassie Carter.

Chairman Frazier recognized the Dupris family for their contribution in saving the buffalo and for their trail ride into the Pioneer Days celebration.

Genevieve Iron Lightning dons her traditional regalia.

A young fancy dancer shows his skills during the grand entry.

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