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Add/Dropping Classes: All classes with an additional cost have a final add/drop date of July 13. After July 13th, you will be responsible for the cost of the class unless we can fill the spot. Classes with no additional cost can be added/dropped at any time.

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Thursday, August 6
 

9:45am MDT

$$ Arts & Crafts- The Art & History of the Dream Catcher
Thursday August 6, 2026 9:45am - 11:45am MDT
Discover the deep cultural roots and crafting techniques behind one of the most iconic Indigenous traditions. Led by Michelle Reed, this hands-on workshop invites participants to explore the history, teachings, and stories surrounding the dream catcher.

You will learn the traditional meanings behind each element, from the hoop to the web and the feathers, while weaving your own custom piece. Using high-quality materials, you'll walk away with a beautiful, finished dream catcher and a profound respect for the storytelling tradition it represents.
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Michelle Reed

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A member of the Lac du Flambeau Band of Ojibwe, Michelle is one of the founders of the Woodland Sky native American Dance Troupe, sharing the culture and dances of Wisconsin’s first peoples. Michelle is also one of the lead female dancers for Brulé, a renowned Native American contemporary... Read More →
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Nagwaakwe (Nikki) Westerman

Daughter of Floyd Red Crow Westerman, a well-known Native American actor and musician, and Michelle Reed's sister. Nikki is an artist, a storyteller, teaches classes, and assists her sister Michelle on projects. Nikki has been recognized for creating designs, which include, but aren’t... Read More →
Thursday August 6, 2026 9:45am - 11:45am MDT
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1:30pm MDT

Lecture- Ancient Astronomies
Thursday August 6, 2026 1:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
For millennia, humanity has been fascinated with the night sky and our place in the universe. While most of us have heard of the Greek and Roman constellations and stories, cultures all over the globe, both modern and ancient, have their own histories, mythologies, stories, and relationships with our shared universe. You'll learn how other cultures viewed our constellations, had their own constellations, and how our modern astronomical concepts have their base in histories long passed.
Thursday August 6, 2026 1:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
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7:00pm MDT

Family Friendly- Closing Program
Thursday August 6, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm MDT
Wrap up an incredible Summit week with our highly anticipated closing program! We kick things off with our youngest Summiteers—and yes, even the teens are getting in on the action—as they take the stage to perform the hilarious and creative skits they’ve been practicing all week long. To close out the night, we’ll premiere the official week-in-review slideshow. Grab a seat, relive the best moments, and see if you can spot yourself in the memories!
Thursday August 6, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm MDT
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