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Historical March 2007 Wahoka! It’s been an active Winter for the Hakowi. In January, we spent an evening at Color Me Mine where the girls made gifts for Mom for Valentine’s Day. It was a fun evening where the girls had a great time and really showed their artistic side. Winter Camp was a good time. We were a couple weeks too early for the snow, but they had been making plenty at the tubing hill where everyone had a great time either going solo or making a train of tubes. Later that day, back at camp, the nation games were exciting with the ball toss, obstacle course, and Frisbee throw. It was a beautiful setting and a bonding experience for everyone. Thanks to the Kaw for hosting! The Hakowi had a great showing at the Pinewood Derby. The girls did a wonderful job on the cars and were very excited to see their cars run when it came to race time. Hakowi Princess Little Fawn (Megan Blatt) took 1st Place in the First Grade Most Original Design category. Thank you to the Navajo for putting on a great event. In February, the Hakowi did a joint outing with the Hopi and did a sleep-over at the Discovery Center. It was fun for the girls (and dads) as everyone got to explore all the hands-on exhibits and each girl got to make an alka-seltzer rocket. The Hakowi girls dominated on the virtual volley ball court and as always, the pin-wall was a hit. In March, we visited Brewbakers where the girls got to make and bottle their own private-labeled Hakowi root beer. They also made (and ate) their own giant pretzels. We’re looking forward to another active and fun-filled Spring kicked off by the Spring Camp on Fiesta Island in San Diego! Noonway, Kelly "Soaring Eagle" Blatt
November 2006 Wahoka! It's been a great Fall season for the
Hakowi. The Catalina camping trip was
awesome as always! The spirits blessed us
with good weather, good food and good times.
Many activities during the day - swimming,
rock climbing, and games; and warm fires at
night. Thanks to the Hopi for sharing
stories on Saturday night. In October, we had our annual outing to
the Pumpkin Patch. We make this a family
event and this year we combined with the
Blackfoot tribe of the Indian Guides. This
is always a hit as the kids take advantage
of the rides, petting zoo, face painting,
and all the other interesting activities
beyond the basic pumpkin selection. At the Induction Picnic, we had a great
time with the bounce houses, and all the
food and activities hosted by our fellow
tribes. More importantly, we officially
recognized three new Princesses - Gracie Kim
(Rainbow Butterfly), Hailey Wolf (Princess
Feather Wolf), and Megan Blatt (Little
Fawn). The Aquarium Sleepover was a big hit. The
girls (and dads) had an awesome time
exploring all the aquarium galleries after
hours with the whole place to ourselves.
There was much to see, learn and experience.
The interactive treasure hunt was a great
idea to really get into each of the
galleries and learn some of the detail
rather than breezing right through
everything. Sleeping literally up against
the glass tanks was quite an experience and
waking up (early) to the colorful fish and
sea turtles of the Tropical Pacific gallery
was unforgettable. Thanks again to the Hopi
for hosting. We look forward to Thanksgiving when we
remember the impact of the American Indian
on this great holiday! And we look forward
to a fun-filled Winter season! Noonway, Kelly "Soaring Eagle" Blatt
September 2006 Wahoka! The last few months have provided many good times for the Hakowi Princesses and their Braves. The Father/Daughter dance in June was a huge success. Dad’s and daughters danced the evening away to some groovin’ tunes and everyone had a great time. The DJ kept the girls going with favorites like the limbo, the macharaina, and of course, the YMCA. Later in June we had a pool party meeting at the Hersh teepee, a.k.a. “16 Palms”. The girls slid, dove and swam until they’d worked up a good appetite for some caramelized bananas! The circle talk was held appropriately around the fire pit. The Fourth of July Parade was a blast! The girls and dad’s had a great time taking part in the parade and showing their Indian Princess pride! Later in July, the tribe got together to say goodbye to the Balboa Fun Zone, as the rumor is many of the rides are being shut down in September. We took the ferry over for perhaps one last visit to some of those rides that have been staples for so many years. It was a fun afternoon for both girls and dads! In August we ended the summer with a Beach Blanket Bonfire at the beach. We cooked hotdogs, roasted s’mores and told stories well into the evening, reminiscing about the great year we’d had and looking forward to the exciting year ahead! Noonway, Kelly "Soaring Eagle" Blatt
February 2006 Wahoka! Our younger princesses showed up for Pinewood Derby last Sunday. Two of our girls were first-time racers and were excited about the event. A mom came to cheer as well (See photo: mom's standing in front of one of our camera-shy princesses!) Little Swan completely designed, made one cut (with dad's help), screwed in a wheel and painted her car!!!! See orange car in photo.
Next up root beer and pretzel making in a couple weeks!
Big Power Bear
October 2005 Wahoka!
The Hakowi tribe has been busy. As you can
see from the first photo, our famous "snackcraft"
is always a hit with the girls and the dads.
If you look closely, you may see a young
Blackfoot brother sneaking a tasty treat! At
the Induction picnic, our girls showed their
skills at frisbee toss. See our newest in
the front at the induction ceremony. The
kids ran and hid so much at the pumpkin
patch we don't even have photos! Big Energy Bear
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