Kchi Wiikwedoong Anishinaabek 45th Annual Federal Recognition Day Traditional PowWow

Niizh Animikiig, Native Connections, & Cultural Department
45th Annual Federal Recognition Day Traditional PowWow
Grand Entry
Saturday, May 31st, 2025 • 1:00 PM

Head Staff
Head Veteran: Linda Woods
Emcee: Francis "Mickey" Wanageshik
Arena Director: Fred Raphael
Host Drum: Under the Pines
Co-Host Drum: Sharp Feather
Community Drum: Dusty Bear
Sound: Rezonance Sound
Head Male: Quinten Schwander
Head Female: Aanzhenii Bigjohn
Head Jr. Male: William Marshall Jr.
Head Jr. Female: Cataleya Schocko

Special
Honoring Women Special, All Categories Combined Ages 14+
1st Place: $300 + Gift Bag
2nd Place: $200 + Gift Bag
3rd Place: $100 + Gift Bag
(Special Sponsored by Aanzhenii Bigjohn)

Vendor Registration: https://bit.ly/426t3XL
All Vendors Must be Approved

Rustic Camping Available

No Drugs, Alcohol, Firearms, Weapons, or Dogs
For More Information:

Christa Gasca (231) 499-7368
Native Connections

Leilani DeFoe (231) 492-9956
Niizh Animikiig

Peshawbestown PowWow Grounds - 2585 Waabno Makwa Rd, Peshawbestown, MI

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