November marked Native American Heritage Month. The College of Western Idaho values the proud traditions and cultures of all original Native American peoples of Idaho. To commemorate the month, Ron Sam of the Northern Paiute Tribe, presented on his heritage through the lens of oral traditions. Sam is one of the founding members of the Red River Powwow Association, which sponsors Native American Powwow celebration featuring dancing and drumming. Sam is also a men’s traditional dancer, drummer, Native American Flute player, and a porcupine hair roach creator.
To learn more about Idaho’s Native American tribes, visit http://www.imnh.isu.edu/digitalatlas/geog/native/natvfr.htm.