Native Americans gather for traditional powwow

A powwow dancer in colorful dress performs a traditional Native American dance during the 9th Annual Pala Powwow, Aug. 27. Shane Gibson photos

A young Powwow dancer performs in the arena during the 9th Annual Honoring Traditions Gathering & Powwow at the Pala Indian Reservation, Aug. 27.

The Black Bear drum circle provide song and a beat to Powwow dancers in the arena during the 9th Annual Pala Powwow, Aug. 27.

A powwow dancers uses a fan in her traditional Native American dance during the Honoring Traditions Gathering at Pala, Aug. 27.

The 9th Annual Honoring Traditions Gathering & Powwow includes powwow dancers as well as performances of bird songs.

A young Native American girl finds a place in the shade behind an umbrella during the 9th Annual Pala Powwow.

A young Powwow dancer waits to enter the arena circle during the 9th Annual Pala Powwow, Aug. 27.

Powwow dancers perform traditional Native American dances during the 9th Annual Pala Powwow, Aug. 27.

Powwow dancers perform traditional Native American dances during the 9th Annual Honoring Traditions Gathering & Powwow in Pala, Aug. 27.