Adult Trips
Northern Cheyenne Homelands
& Yellowstone National Park
Sweat Lodge
The sweat lodge is very important to the Northern Cheyenne and other Native American tribes. It cleaned the body and spirit, promotes well-being and healing. The ceremonies in the sweat lodge are a key part of their culture, bringing the community together and connecting them with nature and spirituality. Overall, it plays a vital roll in preserving traditions and fostering a strong sense of community.
Deer Medicine Rocks, located on the west bank of Rosebud Creek, is a special place linked to the Great Sioux War of 1876-77 and Sitting Bull’s vision before the Battle of the Little Bighorn. In 2011, it was nominated as a National Historic Landmark because it uniquely offers a Native American perspective on the Battle of the Little Bighorn. It’s a site with rich historical and cultural importance.
Many plants are harvested in the spring and summer by the Northern Cheyenne. Their uses and stories have been passed down from generation to generation. Learn more about these plants and how they are interconnected with the people of the Northern Cheyenne Nation.
Yellowstone
Packing List
