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OUR HISTORY

The original Indian Guides and Princess programs sprang from the efforts of Harold Keltner and Joe Friday in 1927. Their original vision guided many generations of fathers and sons/daughters.


In 2001, the previous sponsoring organization began removing the Native-American theme (and all such references) from their programs and literature. On August 1, 2003, the move was made official and the Indian Guides and Princess programs were replaced by a new program.


In an effort to remain true to the traditions and heritage of the original program established by Keltner and Friday, on August 13th, 2003, the leadership of the Yo-He-Wah Indian Princess Program and the Wichita Nation Indian Guides Program joined together to establish Bear Creek Federation, Inc.


Between the years 2004-2010, the Trail Mates, Tatanka Nation, and Caddo Nation organizations, all of North Texas, joined Bear Creek Federation. Today, total participants in Bear Creek Federation exceeds 2,500.


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Harold Keltner


TATANKA NATION TRIBES

APACHE

 

Our newest tribe is looking to rebuild with dads and boys who exhibit exceptional character. Focused on the Wolford, Bennett, & Glen Oaks elementary-school boys.

 

Email Chief - Nic Pitts

 

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CHIPPEWA

 

The Chippewas have members from several Collin County & Denton County communities. This group consistently brings the passion and excitement to every group activity!

 

Email Chief - Zo Coker

Choctaw

 

One of our new girl tribes, Choctaw brings a mix of new and familiar faces to Tatanka Nation.

 

Email Chief - Matt Thomas

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comanche

 

With members from Prosper, Lovejoy, Frisco & McKinney, our Comanche tribe stands tall as the largest boy tribe of Tatanka Nation.

 

Email Chief - Luke WIlliamson

CROW

 

Crow Tribe is made up of mostly Frisco & Prosper families that love to spend time with their girls. This is a young, adventurous tribe built with a lot of character and energy.

 

Email Chief - Brandon Farmer

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DREAMCATCHERS

 

From Frisco area, this girl tribe joined Tatanka Nation in the Fall of 2021. If you are in the Frisco area and have a daughter, this energetic tribe may be just what you are looking for.

 

Email Chief - Sammy Gonzalez

TAYCHAS

 

This girl’s tribe hails almost exclusively from Frisco ISD schools. Taychas have a reputation for bringing a tremendous level of fun because of the leadership from girls and dads.

 

Email Chief - Alex Rowland

 

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TONKAWA

 

This new girl tribe, centered in McKinney, bring tenacity and energy to everything they do.

 

Email Chief - Chris Branch

 



MAILING ADDRESS:

Tatanka Nation

3001 Hardin Blvd.

Suite 110 Box #308

McKinney, TX 75070


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