GUIDELINES FOR DRUMS & DANCERS

• Be on time.

• Appropriate dress and behavior are required in dress arena.

• arena benches are reserved for dancers.

• listen to the master of ceremonies.

• Respect the position of the head Male and Female dancers.

• Dance as long and hard as you can.

• Show respect for flags and honor songs by standing in place until the sponsors of the songs have danced a complete circle.

• While dancing at any pow wow, honor the protocol of the sponsoring group.

• Some songs require that you dance only if you are familiar with the routine or are eligible to participate.

  • Only Veterans are permitted to dance some Veteran's songs, unless otherwise stated. Listen to the Master of Ceremonies for instructions.

• Please stand and remove hats/caps during the flag song. It is not a song for dancing.

• Certain items of religious significance should be worn only by those qualified to do so.

• All specials and giveaways must be coordinated with the Master of Ceremonies and the Pow Wow Committee.

• The Drums are sometimes closed. Check with the Head Singer for permission to sing.

• If you are uncertain of etiquette or procedure, please check with the Master of Ceremonies, the Arena Director, or the Head Dancers.

• No alcohol or drugs are allowed.

• No smoking is allowed in or around the dance arena.

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