Inaugural Modoc Nation Powwow

NOVEMBER 15, 2025

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

*Please note: this is an exhibition-only pow-wow, held in the spirit of sharing and ye’Ga (celebration), rather than competition.

Modoc Nation Grounds

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

October 25, 2025 - A Day of Celebration & Rememberance

October 25th holds deep meaning for the Modoc Nation. On this date in 1973, the Elected Council took a historic step, passing a resolution to request reinstatement as a federally recognized tribe. This action began our journey of restoration and reaffirmed our commitment to preserving our identity, culture, and sovereignty.

This year, we gather on this same meaningful date for our Modoc Nation Pow-wow, honoring the strength of our ancestors and the progress we have made together. As we dance, sing, and celebrate, we also remember the determination that brought us to where we are today.

Below, you can view the original resolution that set this journey in motion, a reminder of how far we have come and why we continue to stand strong.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

10:00AM

• Morning Walk for Modoc Ancestors

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11:00AM

• Vendors Open – Food, Art, Crafts

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1:00PM

• Modoc Nation Ranch (Bison) tours continue – call ahead to reserve a spot (optional)

•Gourd Dance 1 hour, someone will be selected from the audience (Drums – Southern Sway)

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2:00PM

• Exhibition Dance 

• Opening Dance

• Ho Winna Song

• Calling Song

• Grand Entry – flag, memorial, victory, intertribal

•Social Dances

•Plains Style dance (Exhibition)

• Crowd Dance examples – Two-step, Snake Dance, etc.

• Raffles & 50/50

• Veteran & Graduates Recognition

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5:00PM

• Closing Remarks

• Powwow Committee Special

• Closing Song

*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 Our THPO & NAGPRA Department, Audrey McGaughey at (918)325-8108 or email Audrey.McGaughey@ModocNation.com

Volunteer Application

Download the document, fill it out, and email it to:

Contact:

1) Chelsea Clark at Chelsea.Clark@ModocNation.com

2) Kayla Medlin kmedlin7788@msn.com

• 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

• Please be respectful of the grounds

• No sex offenders

Volunteer Application

Download the document, fill it out, and email it to:

Contact:

1) Chelsea Clark at Chelsea.Clark@ModocNation.com

2) Kayla Medlin kmedlin7788@msn.com

Vendor Application

Download the document, fill it out, and email it to:

Contact:

1) Monica Super southfork75@hotmail.com

2) CC Audrey McGaughey audrey.mcgaughey@modocnation.com

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