Bison Grounds Blessing Pow Wow and Sunday Brunch Now - Apr. 14, 2013, 10:00am Join us for this sacred Native American ceremony, co-hosted by our Friends at Seven Circles Heritage Center. Activities start at 10am with the blessing of the Parks bison herd and their summer pasture. The ceremonies will be followed by a day full of celebration through dance, song, organic art, and demonstrations throughout the park. Be sure to make reservations to enjoy our classic Brunch, brought to you by On the Go Catering. A schedule of activities for the whole family will be available upon arrival.Dont miss out on this annual tradition honoring our wild, Illinois Heritage! ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE: 10:00 BISON GROUNDS BLESSING CEREMONY at the Bison Overlook 10:30-1:45 BIRDS OF PREY ON DISPLAY in Forest Hall Education Center 12:00-4pm POW WOW at the Train Depot Activities including: " Native American Singers and Dancers " Drum Circle hosted by Spirit of the Rainbow with guests from Black Fox and Eagle Ridge " Storytelling " Fry Bread sampling " Spirit Doll Demonstrations " Flute Making " Free Childrens Crafts 12:30 FEATURED ANIMAL OF THE DAY at the Stage by the Visitors Center 1:00 BISON & ELK FEEDING at the Bison Overlook 1:45 EDUCATION PROGRAM at Forest Hall Education Center 2:15 REPTILE OF THE DAY at the Snakes & More Exhibit 4:00 CLOSING CEREMONY at the Train Depot Admission Price: Free with paid general admission Event Type: Special Event Phone: 309-676-0998 Area: Throughout the Park

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