Join us for a full day of food, culture, and community at the ye’Ga celebration. Whether you come to dance, eat, listen, or simply be together, there’s a place for you here. Bring your family, bring your appetite, and come celebrate with us!

NOVEMBER 14, 2026 | 10:00 AM

Modoc Nation Grounds

70445 E 103 Rd, Wyandotte, OK 74370

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

10:00AM

• All vendors/programs in place

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10:30AM

• Prayer walk – ye’Ga burn pit

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11:00AM

• Chili cook-off begins – pavillion across from ye’Ga grounds

*People’s Choice tasting until 11:45AM

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12:00PM

• Chili and Fry Bread Feed – Pavillion

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1:00PM

• Announce ye’Ga to begin in 15 minutes

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1:00PM

• The Gathering Place closes for ye’Ga

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1:15PM

• Grand Entry

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1:30PM – 5:00PM

• Exhibition dance and social dance

(Exhibition dancers from Wyandotte Nation, Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma, Muscogee (Creek) Nation)

• Storytelling opportunities during the breaks

• Exhibition dancers TBA

• Veteran & Graduates Recognition

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2:00PM

• Announce Chili cook-off winner

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5:00PM

• Jack Shadwick and Cheewa James Memorial

• Closing Remarks

(Schedule subject to change)

*We kindly invite all veterans to wear their uniforms or other attire that represents their service. Your presence and service are deeply appreciated. Thank you for all that you’ve done for our people and our country.

*Please note: this is an exhibition-only Powwow, held in the spirit of sharing and Maklaks yeGa (people’s celebration), rather than competition

*Please contact Gina McGaughey at gina.mcgaughey@modocnation.com or call 417.291.0245.

Etiquette

• No smoking tobacco/vaping

• No drugs or alcohol permitted

• Please respect grounds and cultural protocols

• Conduct respectful photography

• Modoc Nation is not responsible for accidents, theft, or injury

• Coolers are permitted

• Lawn chairs/blankets are permitted

• Women, please bring a shawl or blanket to wear while dancing

• Please listen closely to the emcee and follow their directions

• Stand for Grand Entry, honor dances, and as directed by the emcee

Bison Chili Cook-Off

Think your chili has what it takes? Enter the Modoc Nation Chili Cook-Off and put your best recipe up against the competition. Fill out the form below to claim your spot.

RULES:

• Bison meat only

• Four-pound minimum entry

• Bison meat will be provided by Modoc Nation Ranch. Please contact Braxton Graham to arrange for pick up of four pounds of bison meat.

a. Cell phone: 417.529.4292. Text messages preferred.

b. Email: braxton.graham@modocnation.com

• Please bring your chili to the ye’Ga in a working crockpot. The chili will be kept at the pavillion on the dance grounds. Electric outlets are available to keep the chili warm.

• Please attach a list of ingredients to the crockpot. This will allow individuals with food allergies to be aware of any potential allergens.

Please fill out the form below. This information will be sent to Braxton Graham.

Volunteer

Thank you so much for your interest in volunteering with the Modoc Nation ye’ga Powwow. This gathering is more than just an event, it is a celebration of culture, community, and togetherness. We truly appreciate your willingness to step in and lend a helping hand.

On behalf of the Modoc Nation, we want you to know that your time and energy mean the world to us. Our volunteers are at the heart of making sure everything flows smoothly so that all can enjoy the dances, songs, food, and fellowship.

If you can volunteer, we welcome you with gratitude. Whether you can give an hour or the whole day, every bit of support makes a difference.

Volunteer Roles

Please let us know which area(s) you’d like to help with:

Set-Up Crew – Helping set up tables, chairs, tents, and arena area before the celebration begins.
Hospitality Helpers – Making sure dancers, drummers, vendors, and visitors feel welcome and have what they need.
Grounds Keepers – Keeping the area clean, emptying trash cans before they overflow, and tidying up bathroom stations.
Raffles – Help out with and listen to Monica
Concession – Help to sell T-Shirts and Poster’s
Parking – Keep an eye out and help people find a place to park.
Tear-Down & Clean-Up Crew – Helping put everything away and leave the grounds as beautiful as we found them.

sepk’eec’a (Thank you) again for considering volunteering with us. Together, we will make this powwow a joyful, welcoming, and memorable time for all.

Modoc Nation Grounds

70445 E 103 Rd, Wyandotte, OK 74370

HEAD STAFF

MC – Henry Rondeau & Elected Council

ARENA DIRECTORS – Lynn & Mojo Schonchin

HOST DRUM – Southern Sway

CHILDREN’S EVENT LEADERS – Syd Colombe & Rachael Blackstone

VENDOR LEADER – Monica Super

WALKING EVENT LEADERS – Elected Council