Summer is here and we are almost completely out of the pandemic! Time for Pow Wows again! Where are you heading? To celebrate the start of Pow Wow season, I'm giving away a Pendleton blanket. Enter daily for better chances!.....
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Read More>>>>>If you like to garden, you probably already know that bees are essential for pollination. They are valuable in a garden of any kind, be it a vegetable, flower, or herb garden – so we’re willing to put up with the occasional sting every now and then! But what about wasps – do we have [...]
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Native people have served in the United States military for more than 100 years. According to the USO: Aside from the code talkers of WWII, many other Native Americans contributed to the war effort. Of the 350,000 American Indians living in.....
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Read More>>>>>The loofah – the eco-friendly alternative to washcloths. If you’ve considered growing loofahs from seeds, then you are in luck! Although most loofah sponges on the market today are synthetic, meaning they’re not made from the gourd plant form which they were originally modeled, growing your own loofah is actually quite easy to do. Grown [...]
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Indige-Nurse is a column published by Powwows.com and written by Jeanette Centeno, a Registered Nurse (RN) and Case Manager (CM) who holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Centeno (Taíno) draws on her experience in the medical field and.....
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Pow Wows are happening again in some areas! Many are still having to cancel or change their dates, so check back to our calendar often! 2021 Pow Wow Calendar Check the list below for the latest Pow Wows added to.....
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Read More>>>>>How absolutely adorable is this little whimsical owl garden decoration?! Entirely made of upcycled items, it is the epitome of trash to treasure. I love upcycling, and this uses an old CD, old forks, lids, buttons, and a bit of glue to create a lovely shimmery garden decoration. Make this to prop in your garden [...]
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Moskehtu Consulting is Indigenous-owned and operated. It was founded by Chenae Bullock, an enrolled Shinnecock Indian Nation Tribal Member and descendant of the Montauk Tribe in Long Island New York. She is also African American. Chenae is an indigenous.....
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Read More>>>>>Gardening doesn’t have to be expensive. In fact, not only is gardening a great way to save money on your monthly grocery bills, but it’s also a wonderful way to get some exercise without having to spend money on a gym membership. Of course, it’s also the perfect solution if you crave more time spent [...]
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Ever wanted to try your hand at designing your own wool blanket? Well, Eighth Generation, a Seattle-based art and lifestyle brand owned by the Snoqualmie Tribe, is handing out $30,000 in prizes for the very best wool blanket designs from Native artists. .....
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Read More>>>>>Are you stuck in an older house that has blah or old-fashioned kitchen cabinets? This kitchen cabinet painting tutorial is the perfect restoration for you to draw inspiration from for your own kitchen. A little change in the look of your cabinets can actually be a total revamp of your entire kitchen. Whether you do [...]
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Read More>>>>>Ever find a great little table that is sturdy and solid but just looks ugly? The solution for that is to turn it into something like this chippy distressed side table. This amazing furniture transformation is going to shock you with how it changes with such little work! This process is detailed, but every step [...]
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As the deafening silence of CNN’s inaction echoed through Indian Country, several indigenous organizations including the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI), pressured the station to cut ties with a former Republican senator, Rick Santorum. And the network has finally.....
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Read More>>>>>There’s nothing quite like a batch of peppers to really liven up the dinner table! Whether you’re chowing down on hot peppers or spicing up your favorite dish with a colorful bell pepper, a little bit of pepper can truly go a long way. Many people purchase these veggies at the store, but there’s no [...]
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Read More>>>>>Short on space – or short on time? If so, you might want to consider growing some plants in buckets. Bucket gardening presents many advantages. Not only is it good for people who live in crowded conditions, like in apartments, but it also allows you to pick up and move your garden with ease. Ready [...]
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Read More>>>>>If you’re an avid gardener, you’re probably familiar with all the ways you can use coffee grounds in the garden. But what if you aren’t a fan of morning joe? If you prefer tea, don’t worry – there are plenty of ways you can use tea bags in the garden, too, all of which will [...]
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The Manito Ahbee Virtual Powwow takes place May 21-23, the May long weekend in Canada. Last year, we reached over half a million viewers with 700 dancers, from 37 provinces, territories and states and 10 countries! “The virtual powwow.....
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Pow Wows are happening again in some areas! Many are still having to cancel or change their dates. Check the list below for the latest Pow Wows added to our calendar and ones coming up in the next couple of.....
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Who recalls the low-fi westward wagon adventures and trying to survive on the plains—not to mention the ill-timed bout of dysentery that came along with it all? Most grown adults have fond memories of the classic computer game “The Oregon.....
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Read More>>>>>Indige-Nurse is a column published by Powwows.com and written by Jeanette Centeno, a Registered Nurse (RN) and Case Manager (CM) who holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Centeno (Taíno) draws on her experience in the medical field and.....
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How can you tell if someone is Native American? You can’t. Unless a person shares their background and history, appearance isn’t going to give anything away. Sometimes people exploit this by claiming Native ancestry. Sometimes family stories with no truth.....
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Read More>>>>>Rain barrels are tools you can use to collect the rainwater that falls from your roof—it’s free water! If you have a 1,000- square-foot roof, you have the potential to collect more than 600 gallons of water from a single one-inch rainfall. While you may not need to collect this much water every time it [...]
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Read More>>>>>Starting a garden on a budget? Believe it or not, it can be done. Lots of people assume that gardening is only for people with tons of time and money on their hands. Luckily, that’s not the case. Gardening is a fantastic hobby for the wealthy and the not-so-well-off alike. Starting your own garden on [...]
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Rutherford Falls,” Peacock TV‘s binge-worthy new show, manages to do something few ever have: bring multi-dimensional indigenous characters into an American sitcom. While Native Americans have historically been portrayed as monolithic in American film and TV, “Rutherford Falls” breaks the mold, taking Native.....
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Read More>>>>>Are you interested in taking your gardening decor to the next level? If so, you may have considered growing your plants in containers. Containers are awesome because they can help conserve water and offer space-constrained gardeners a better way to grow a few plants. You can make your own self-watering planter here, but if you [...]
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Read More>>>>>Pow Wows are happening again in some areas! Many are still having to cancel or change their dates. Check the list below for the latest Pow Wows added to our calendar and ones coming up in the next couple of.....
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Read More>>>>>Looking for inspiration for your next project? Why not consider a garden project using sticks and twigs – things you likely have in abundance at certain times of the year? When fall comes around, it’s not uncommon for a lot of twigs to fall all over the place as trees shed their leaves and autumn [...]
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Read More>>>>>Interested in some of the top tips for composting chicken manure to use in the garden? You’ve come to the right place. Chickens are often kept for their primary uses of eggs laying and meat, but they have a secondary use as well which is not as commonly known—their manure makes great garden compost. While [...]
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What does “indigenous” mean? You may have noticed an uptick in usage of the word in recent years. Perhaps you’ve heard Native Americans using “indigenous” to describe themselves. Now, there’s even a holiday that bears the term. Indigenous Peoples’ Day is.....
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Have you seen our merch store? We have shirts, hoodies, stickers, and more! Enter below to win gift cards to our store! Shop Now Check out some of our popular designs! You can win gift cards to take home your.....
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Teton Saltes, a former Pine Ridge Indian Reservation resident, is getting his shot to play in the NFL. Saltes, an active member of the Oglala Sioux Tribe, played offensive lineman at the University of New Mexico (UNM). He wasn’t picked.....
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Read More>>>>>Rhubarb plants are known for their grow-it-and-leave-it quality, making it good for novice gardeners like these 30 low-maintenance veggies. But there are some aspects to consider to ensure you have the healthiest and highest-yielding rhubarb crop year after year. Rhubarb plants can live and produce for an average of ten years if cared for properly—well [...]
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Comic book fans who’ve long waited for an indigenous Captain America won’t have to wait much longer. The five-part The United States of Captain America will introduce a Native American hero named Joe Gomez as the newest Captain America. Created.....
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Tribal law enforcement agencies don’t run much differently than the county, state, and federal non-tribal agencies, but they certainly face a unique set of challenges. Tribal lands and reservations open to the public attract thousands of visitors and tourists each.....
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Read More>>>>>By now, you've probably heard former senator Rick Santorum's nauseating preamble in which he not only denied the historic atrocities committed to indigenous people but also proudly white-washed American history in stating, “We birthed a nation from nothing.” To CNN.....
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Read More>>>>>Whether you want to move that plant outside or to a bigger pot, you need to do it in the right way. Knowing and understanding the best transplanting tips is essential if you want to consider yourself a master gardener – or heck, even just keep a few plants alive! Here are some of the [...]
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Pow Wows are happening again in some areas! Many are still having to cancel or change their dates. Check the list below for the latest Pow Wows added to our calendar and ones coming up in the next couple of.....
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Read More>>>>>For many, watermelon is a summer must-have snack—why not grow your own? Watermelons can be grown nearly anywhere within the contiguous United States, making this a viable reality for many. They’re super tasty, and you can make fun things like this watermelon smoothie, or these artistic displays of the fruit. The most important requirement is [...]
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Read More>>>>>When planning out a vegetable garden, flowers are likely not included in most people’s plans—probably because they’re not vegetables. Although not a vegetable, you should consider planting marigolds along with your vegetables as they provide numerous benefits that will keep your vegetable plants happy and healthy. We have some more great ideas for plant pairings [...]
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Read More>>>>>Whether you are looking for a fun gift idea or just want something to add to your windowsill, these are excellent! Following this tutorial, you can make your own DIY Cricut vinyl inspirational flower pots. Three unique designs give you options to use this as a gift for anyone, or just for the mom in [...]
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Read More>>>>>Ready to take your garden to the next level this summer? If so, you should consider using bone meal fertilizer. Bone meal is a great fertilizer for several reasons. Not only is it rich in calcium, but it is also a great source of phosphorus. Here are some reasons why you should use it – [...]
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Read More>>>>>Are you tired of the cheesy cards at the local store? This year, you can make your own using these DIY Mother’s Day cards Cricut tutorials! Below you will find three unique designs that are ideal for customizing to send to the mom(s) in your life. Pick the design you want and turn it into [...]
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Read More>>>>>Nothing says summer quite like a ripe, juicy watermelon… …but nothing ruins your afternoon faster than getting home with your grocery store or farmer’s market watermelon only to discover that it’s dry, bland, and otherwise unappetizing. If you’ve ever spent more than five minutes thumping, poking, prodding, examining, or interrogating (just kidding…sort of!) watermelons at [...]
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