Circle of Life Intertribal Powwow
Dancers Information
HELLO DANCERS!
The 2011 Circle of Life Intertribal Powwow will be holding 1st, 2nd and 3rd place competition dancing for all adult categories. We will also have Teen Boy / Teen Girl winner takes all competitions and Jr. Boy / Jr. Girl winner takes all competitions. First place adult categories will take home $200 in prize money. Overall, we will have a $3,900 payout! We welcome dancers to come and participate, competition and non-competition. There will be plenty of dancing for all!
We will have the following categories for the Adult competition:
Men's Golden Age Women's Golden Age
Men's Traditional Dancer Women's Buckskin Dancer
Men's Grass Dancer Women's Cloth Dancer
Men's Fancy Dancer Women's Fancy Shawl Dancer
Men's Straight Dancer Women's Jingle Dancer
Teen Dancers:
All male dancers between 17-13 years of age will be combined in a "Winner Takes All" dance competition.
All female dancers between17-13 years of age will be combined in a "Winner Takes All" dance competition.
Junior Dancers:
All male dancers between 12-6 years of age will be combined in a "Winner Takes All" dance competition.
All female dancers between12-6 years of age will be combined in a "Winner Takes All" dance competition.
Tiny Tots:
For ages 5 years and younger. All are winners and will receive a prize right after their dance exhibition.
Basic Rules and Registration Info:
All dancers must register and receive a number before the first Grand Entry. You must be in all 3 Grand Entries and dance during the Powwow in your category. Dancers will be judged on performance. You must also be in your regalia to receive prize money on Sunday. All dancers must register in the appropriate category, based on age and regalia attire. Dancers can only register for one category. Dancers wanting to challenge the Judge's decision will be required to pay a $20 challenge fee. Any dancer who loses a major piece of regalia during dance competition is asked to disqualify themselves voluntarily or be disqualified by the head judge. Dyed hackles or plumes are not considered a major part of an outfit. A detailed Competition Rule Sheet will be given to each dancer who registers. Our overall effort is to make this competition fun and fair for all dancers.
Arts, Crafts and Food
Beautiful jewelry, beadwork, sculptures, paintings and much more can be found at the various vendor booths that are located around the powwow arena. Please take your time and give each booth a look. Everyone will be sure to find a native treasure that will be a must have for you! Feeling hungry? A delicious variety of food will also be available to purchase throughout the Powwow area.
Dancing, Dancing, Dancing...
Get ready dancers, you're going to dance! Intertribals, Sneak Up, Buffalo Dance, Snake Dance and, just for fun, a Two-Step! These are just a few of the dances that will be taking place this year. We will also be featuring different specialty dances. Come and enjoy the creativity of our own people.
This year we "Honor our Creator" by gathering together and enjoying our culture. We are looking forward to seeing old friends and meeting new ones. Please join us for a weekend of good food, good friends and good dancing.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, OR IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CONTACT:
Melody Jacobs - Powwow Chairwoman
melodyjacobs5@yahoo.com
830-328-9992