Hey there!
Thanks for writing in. First, go you! I love how you are taking things into your own hands and reclaiming your culture.
Gosh, this is tricky. My first thought goes to asking your Uncles if they know anyone from your Cree side who might help.
Secondly, have you looked into enrolling with your Cree enrollment department? Then perhaps you can start making inquiries into getting a feather.
You can do an internet search for their number. I did find some info here:
- https://tribalnations.mt.gov/chippewacree
- Official website: http://www.chippewacree.org/
Both links contain phone numbers you can call.
When you start talking to people, just let them know what you’ve told me. Ask them if they know anyone who can help connect you to your Cree heritage and if they know of any Cree dancers (or from other tribes) who you can talk to. Have your friends start asking around for you too. You never know what wisdom others can share unless you ask.
Wishing you the best of luck and I hope this helps.
Take care,
Auntie Manda
