Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
withinthehundredsoflakesandlakechainsalsogiveitastrategic importance foroutdoors
lovers.Thereservation'sradiostation,WOJB(FM89),isabouttheonlythingworthlisten-
ing to in the region.
Sights
North of the powwow grounds along Trepania Road/Indian Route 17 is the
Ojibwa Cul-
tural Village.
Wigwams sit in a forested setting, and visitors are guided through a group of
educational displays on Ojibwa heritage, from wild-rice fanning to blanket weaving. Some
of the activities are hands-on.
Also on the reservation, along Highway E, the
St. Francis Solanus Indian Mission
is
a site dating from the mid-19th century. The buildings include a rectory, a convent, and
school. Inside you'll find assorted Native American artifacts. It's open daily.
Festivals and Events
The tribe holds an annual
Honor the Earth Traditional Powwow
the third week of July,
the largest in North America; other powwows are scheduled for Veterans Day and Thanks-
giving.
