Chief's Challenge 2012
Arapahoe Nation, as mentioned at our Fall Outings, this year’s Chief’s Challenge is designed to help you and your Little Brave/Princess learn more about the history and tradition of the American Indian. At the very heart of our Y Guides program is the active involvement of the father in his children’s lives, and, as you know, this was drawn from the American Indian tradition where the father had a primary role in raising the family. Thus, I felt it to be an appropriate challenge and show of respect to spend some time looking deeper into this culture, and specifically into the tribes that are indigenous to North Carolina.
In order to earn this year’s Chief’s Challenge patch, complete five of the following activities:
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- Name the eight state recognized American Indian tribes in North Carolina.
- Look up how many American Indians currently live in North Carolina, and how that compares to other states.
- Identify on a state map the region of North Carolina where these eight tribes predominately live.
- At a tribal meeting, explain to your tribe what role was played by an American Indian in the creation of the Y Guides Program.
- Big Brave and child research the Trail of Tears and report to your tribe at a meeting. Were there American Indians who were not removed during the 1800’s?
- Big Brave and child visit the website of one North Carolina’s recognized American Indian tribes and report what you have learned at a tribal meeting (A good starting point is the North Carolina Commission of Indian Affairs)
- Learn to say “Hello” in a American Indian language and use it in place of “How-How” at a tribal meeting.
- Research how American Indians lived in NC during the past. What kind of homes did they build and live in? What type of clothing did they wear?
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I hope these activities will give you a greater appreciation and respect for the American Indian and their traditions. I am happy to share with you a some additional information and research and would be glad to attend one of your tribal meetings to share with you.
A very special tip of the head band goes to former Nation’s Chief Wide Wing (Alan Dickinson) for his input on this Chief’s Challenge.
Fathers in Native American culture were extremely strong influences on their children, and I commend each of you for taking a strong, positive role in the life of your sons and daughters.
How-How,
Fishing Fox
Downloadable PDF version of challenge here
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