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EAGLE STAFFS GATHERING

As part of the Three Fires Confederacy Gathering, we will be welcoming Eagle Staffs from throughout Anishinaabeg territory. 

This annual gathering was envisioned by Garden River elder Doris Boissoneau, who has dedicated her life's work to language preservation and cultural revitalization.

“This gathering is to honour our Eagle Staffs in Unity. The Staffs represent the honouring of our past, present and our future as Anishinaabeg. The Eagle Staffs represents a celebration of our strength in maintaining our language and culture. As the Eagle Staffs and people gather, we take a stand for unity,” said Doris Boissoneau.

The 2006 Gathering of the Eagle Staffs took place September 23, and 24th 2006 at the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians in Michigan. Approximately 200 visiting guests and 23 Eagle Staffs were in attendance.

Just some of the confirmed events associated with the Eagle Staffs Gathering

Tuesday, August 21, 2007

10:30 a.m.         Grand Entry - Eagle Staffs, Big Drum

Wednesday, August 22, 2007

3:30 p.m.          Calling of the Eagle Staffs with Big Drum
                        George Martin & Doris Boissoneau

                        History & Vision of Eagle Staff Gathering
                        Doris Boissoneau, Sault College

                        Introduction of Eagle Staffs, Recognition of Staff Carriers
                        Doris Boissoneau, Sault College
                        George Martin, Head Eagle Staff Carrier
                        Appshawnaquat - Head Ogitchidaa

6:00 p.m.          Eagle Staff Feast & Giveaway


Thursday, August 23, 2007

12:30 p.m.         Feast for the Ogitchidaa Drums
                        Ogitchidaa Dance and Ceremony

CALLING ALL EAGLE STAFFS

If you wish to bring your Eagle Staff, please ensure you are a recognized Ogitchidaa and/or Veteran.  It is our custom that Veterans are given the responsibility to carry these Eagle Staffs for us.

To register or for more information on the Eagle Staffs Gathering:

The Eagle Staffs Gathering is proudly supported by the dedicated 
Directors and Staff of Sault College.

All Citizens.  All Leaders.  All Anishinaabeg.