 (BACK L to R) Master of Ceremony Andrew Tyler and Village Montessori School at Bluemont Ben Drenning Lead Primary Director with (FRONT L to R) Decoration Team: JC Moore, Kellie Ferguson, Virginia Rae and Susan Saxton standing with (in pruple) Native American Games/Cultural Carrier Ashley Creek in the rain at the site for the Sept. 17-18 Indian Village that opens during the Bluemont Fair, Bluemont Va. Behind them is the location for the semi-permanent wigwam. “U” are in “commUnity.” Our connections are “community.” And our “unity” is also in “commUNITY.” Our unity gives us strong footing, to do, to help and to be. OUR MISSION/VISION. Our mission is helping leaders first and bringing recognition to the contributions Indigenous have given and continue to give to the globe. As we do this, we reduce suffering in the world. By volunteering with us you are taking an active role in reducing suffering in the world. As long as you and we keep volunteering, we are transforming peoples’ opinions, attitudes, beliefs and behaviors. Thank you for being part of a group of people who care about community and are doing something about it! Thank you, thank you and thank you. We are proud to serve with you. Chris and Rene' White Sanctuary on the Trail™ CEO and President | Dear Volunteers:Photos by Volunteer Chris Anderson Thank you to those who were able to attend Saturday’s, July 30 BBQ at Sanctuary on the Trail. Currently we have 75 volunteers signed up by email to help out with the Indian Village and The Gathering; this does not include Facebook friends, partners, Boy Scouts and news media who are helping. If you were unable to attend this past weekend's BBQ, you have another opportunity in ~ a month, then again to help during the Indian Village event. We had close to 40 of you attend the BBQ this weekend. Our small volunteer gatherings are vital to making this year’s Indian Village, at the Bluemont Fair Sept. 17-18, 2016, and The Gathering 2017 next year Oct. 20-22, 2017, even more successful than last year’s. MEMORIES FROM SATURDAY. Many of you and a few of you:
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Indian Village at the 47th Annual Bluemont Fair Sept. 17-18, 2016Q1. Is the Indian Village Sept. 17-18 a Pow Wow?
A1. No. However, we are simulating elements from Pow Wows, such as a uniformed services and military veteran tribute, honor guard, and modified grand entry. This educational Indian Village is a preview event for "The Gathering 2017." The Gathering is a pow-wow-like harvest festival with many dancers. All dancers are welcome to both events. Q2. If I am a Pow Wow dancer, may I attend the Indian Village in regalia? A2. Yes all dancers are welcome to attend. Our MC Andrew Tyler will call dances at certain times. Specific dance times coming soon. You are welcome to come and wear your regalia and dance to the appropriate song when they play; as well as walk around and enjoy the festival in your regalia. Note, this is not a pow wow and we have no live drum singers. Q3. How much does it cost to get in? A3. General Admission to the Bluemont Fair is $5, children 10 and under are free. The whole town opens to the fair. The Indian Village is in Stone's Field. For the Indian Village, we suggest $3 per adult and maximum $15 for large families. Money raised goes towards scholarships and helping bring this type Native American Indian cultural event to Northern Virginia. If you are a Low-Income Family, please come on out. We won't charge you to enter the Indian Village. Since this is not a Pow Wow, Dancers in regalia enter the Indian Village free. Everyone pays the general fair admission, except Volunteers and Vendors who receive special passes for the days they volunteer. Q4. Are you still taking vendors for the Indian Village? A4. No. Vendor spaces are filled. However, if you sell craft tools we may be able to fit you in. Please call Rene' at 540-554-8730 if you are a craft tool vendor. General vendors visit here Bluemont Fair Vendors. Q5. Where is the Indian Village? A5. Stone's Field 33834 Snickersville Tpke, Bluemont, VA 20135. Follow the signs for general parking. Maps available at the main Fair entrances. Q6. What time does the event start. A6. The gates officially open at 10 am and close at 5 pm. Though often, people start wandering through before that and linger around. Snickersville Tpke becomes one-way at 9:45 am. Q7. Is overnight tent-camping available? A7. Tent Camping for the Indian Village is available by reservation only. RV parking is reserved for vendors and exhibitors only. Night security patrols the fair area on Friday and Saturday nights, though the fair nor our staff are responsible for protecting valuables. Contact Rene' 540-554-8730 to reserve a tent spot. Camping if FREE. Q8. Where is parking? A8. Once you get on Snickersville Tpke follow the signs to general public parking.
 
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