Boy Scout Troop 410 attended the Texas Indian Hobbyist Association PowWow held at Llano Park in Llano Texas. The PowWow was held September 17 - 19, 2004.

One of our Boy Scout did some research before this event, and what follows is a hand out he gave our Boy Scouts.

Powwow Etiquette

Dance Styles

Straight dance is a southern style dance known as 'traditional'. The dancers do not wear bustles. This is regarded as a 'man's dance'.

Fancy dance originated in the 1920's with the Ponca and Kiowa tribes. The dancers wear flashy outfits and two feather bustles. The dance is fast paced, and is a test of personal stamina.

Northern Traditional dancers wear one bustle that is made out of hawk and eagle feathers. It is a very proud dance.

Grass Dance is the oldest of the surviving tribal dances. The dancers wear long flowing outfits, so that when they move it looks like wind is blowing across a prairie. They have evolved over the years, from simple outfits with grass stuffed in the belt, to the flashy outfits they wear today.

Ladies Dance styles vary and you will be a witness to: Jingle Dress, Northern Shawl, Southern Cloth, and lady's traditional also known as buckskin.

Proper Attire

There is always opportunities for spectators to participate in Powwows. Sometimes during events like blanket dances, cake walks and two-steps. For these there is no enforced restriction for attire. If you plan on being a Powwow participant it is advisable to dress appropriately. For those not in dance clothes, proper dress includes: long pants, dress shirts, and closed shoes for men. For women they should be in skirts or dresses and carry a shawl. Shorts, tank tops, halters, flip-flops or being bare footed should be avoided.

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