Bus: The bus boarding begins at 10:30 at the Gzowski College Bus Loop (in front of the Enwayaang building). Participants MUST be at the bus loop at 10:15 am!

Buses leave the Pow Wow grounds at 3pm to return to campus, therefore start to head back to the bus at 2:30.

Your admission bracelet: You will receive your admission bracelet to the Pow Wow when you board the bus.

What to Bring:

·        Refillable water bottle (there are water refill stations on site)

·        Cash for Vendors (some may accept credit/debit but be prepared for either)

·        Sunscreen/hat/rain gear as needed

·        Blanket to sit on

Pow Wow Etiquette:

·        There are always lots of Elders who attend Pow Wows. If you want to approach an Elder with a question or a concern, proper etiquette suggests that you offer a small amount of tobacco to the Elder for sharing their knowledge. Any amount of tobacco is acceptable. Be courteous and patient as many times Elders take their time answering questions.

·        Every Pow Wow is different. Respect is the key to good Pow Wow etiquette.

·        Bring your own blanket. The arena seating is reserved for the dancers and other participants.

·        Photos are not allowed for all dances, so listen carefully to the Pow Wow host before taking pictures.

·        Put your camera down for all memorial dances. When in doubt, ask first.

·        Absolutely no pictures or filming of our sacred fire is permitted.

·        You must seek permission from the MC and the drum to record songs. Many Pow Wows disallow this practice.

·        Unless you are wearing regalia, you may dance only during social songs. The MC will let you know when you can dance.

·        Only those with permission of the Lead Singer may sit at a drum.

·        Everyone must stand and men must remove their hat during Grand Entry, Flag Songs, Invocation, Memorial, Veterans songs and Closing song.

·        Do not touch anyone's regalia without permission.

·        Do not take a photo of someone on the grounds wearing regalia, without permission.

·        Absolutely no drugs, alcohol or pets are allowed on the Pow Wow grounds.

Any questions, please let us know (gzowski@trentu.ca) and we look forward to seeing you soon.

Curve Lake Pow wow

Curve Lake Pow wow

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