Crow religion included many unique ceremonies. Among others there were:
Perhaps the most interesting and unique series of ceremonies were performed each year by the Tobacco Society [bashu'sua], which was made up of several "chapters"; originally these were the Weasel, Otter, Elk, White Bird and Tobacco chapters and the purpose of the society was to promote the welfare of the entire tribe.
Unlike most other Plains societies, the Crow Tobacco Society was open to both men and women. Entry was via a special "adoption" ceremony and initiation. The Crows were also unique among Plains tribes in planting tobacco as a crop - but not for smoking. Its star-shaped flowers were seen as a celestial symbol with deep religious significance, so great care was taken in observing all the rituals at planting and harvest time. Sometimes tiny model sweat-lodges were built on the garden plots for the use of the tobacco spirits and there were songs and celebrations at each significant stage.
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Muscogee culture has greatly evolved over the centuries, combining mostly European-American influences; however, interaction with Spain, France, and England greatly shaped it as well. They were known for their rapid incorporation of modernity, developing a written language, transitioning to yeoman farming methods, and accepting European-Americans and African-Americans into their society. Muscogee people continue to preserve chaya and share a vibrant tribal identity through events such as annual festivals, stick ball games, and language classes. The Stomp Dance and Green Corn Ceremony are revered gatherings and rituals.
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fort chipewyan, Nakoda and Plains Cree
The Cree were a very widely-dispersed group of hunting bands extending from the Plains area of Saskatchewan to the woodlands of central Maitoba, northern Ontario and eastwards to Hudson's Bay. The area occupied was greater than any other native American tribe. Their neighbours were the Blackfoot tribes, the Assiniboin (or Hohe), the Ojibwe and (to the north) the Chipewyan.
to start, the Woodland Cree are a type of Aboriginal tribe. there are also the Plains Cree as well. wood lands cree is awesome!
"My grandmother" in Cree is "nôhkom." However "your grandmother" in Cree is "kookum."