| Native American dance sticks are essential tools for | | | | The use of animals to represent warriors in the Native |
| rituals. They represent a lot of symbolisms based on | | | | American dance sticks, evokes the affinity of man |
| the beliefs and spirituality of Native American tribes. | | | | with nature. By applying the dimensions of animals to |
| This article will provide an overview of the traditional | | | | exemplify the ability and courage of the warrior, one |
| uses of the Native American dance sticks for | | | | could ascertain the extreme link of Native American |
| traditional rituals. | | | | civilization to the day by day lives, routines and |
| Dance sticks are one of the more interesting and | | | | processes of the people. Many elements representing |
| unique artifacts that define the Native American culture | | | | the environment are used and fall into catagories of |
| as well as craft making. They are traditionally used by | | | | plant, animal and mineral kingdoms. How the warrior is |
| the bravest of the tribe, the warriors, who dance in | | | | connected to the environment and his surroundings, is |
| important events like tribal ceremonies to symbolize | | | | shown by the harmony and spiritual energy of the |
| the strength and power of the brave warrior. | | | | three kingdoms. |
| Dance sticks are made in different ways and are | | | | As time passes, the Native American dance stick has |
| often crafted to symbolize the power of the Native | | | | grown in popularity. There is a lot that can be learned |
| American warrior through the form of an animal. Often, | | | | about the Native American tribes when one stops to |
| the thunderbird, horses, bears, elks and deer are used. | | | | observe the carving, structure, use of color and |
| Dance sticks are normally made using feathers, leather | | | | materials on these unique dance sticks. |
| fringe, beautiful beadwork and animal hide. | | | | When buying a dance stick, one should pay close |
| The Native American dance stick is a good | | | | attention to the details to ensure authenticity. Today, |
| representation of the skilled craftmanship of these | | | | there are many imitation dance sticks due to |
| tribal people. They represent a lot of work. A genuine | | | | commercialization and mass production which offers a |
| artifact of this type can often sell for over a hundred | | | | lower quality product. Purchasing an authentic dance |
| dollars. It is an honor to be a part the Native American | | | | stick requires one to be cautious or enlisting the help of |
| people and their connection to nature. | | | | a professional in the field. |