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Kalispel Pow-Wow 2025

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Kalispel Pow-Wow 2025 — Outgoing Little Miss Qlispe’ Trinity Madera (right) shares a moment with her twin sister, 2025-2026 Little Miss Qlispe’ Davianna Madera.

The Kalispel Tribe of Indians celebrated their 48th annual Pow-Wow last week in Usk, hosting dancers, drummers and the public from all over Thursday, July 31 through Sunday, Aug. 3.

Miner photos by Sophia Aldous.

The 2025-2026 Miss Qlispe’ Taylena Bigsmoke who was crowned by outgoing Miss Qlispe, Feather Auld (not pictured).

A tiny dancer taking the moment seriously. Tribes from all over the country came to the annual event for fellowship, as well as dancing and drumming competitions.

At one point in the evening last Saturday night, everyone in attendance was invited to dance in the circle. This young man held his dog as he danced over the course of several songs.

Leading the color guard at the beginning of Saturday night’s Grand Entry into the dancing circle Aug. 2.

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