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We saw several these teepees in different stages. I thought it was very interesting the poles have ymbolism, never knew that, did you? ... not necessarily the temp teepee in top photo:
GAH TINE
Tipis were made of buffalo hides and other natural elements. The design and structure provided easy mobility as the Agai Dika followed migratory routes for subsistence during the spring, summer, fall and winter months.
smoke flaps
Buffalo Hide Tipi
The circular structure of the tipi and center pole symbolize our Creator who has no beginning and no end. The two front poles represent the woman who is the doorway for humankind and the two back poles represent the man who is the backbone of the family. They are bound by marriage.
The Agai Dika tipi faces east toward the rising sun where all life comes from. The five poles in the south are the daughters and they are placed in their mother's arms. The five poles in the north are the sons and they are placed in their father's arms. The two poles holding up the flaps represent the grandmother and grandfather who provide protection.
GAH TINE
Tipis were made of buffalo hides and other natural elements. The design and structure provided easy mobility as the Agai Dika followed migratory routes for subsistence during the spring, summer, fall and winter months.
smoke flaps
Buffalo Hide Tipi
The circular structure of the tipi and center pole symbolize our Creator who has no beginning and no end. The two front poles represent the woman who is the doorway for humankind and the two back poles represent the man who is the backbone of the family. They are bound by marriage.
The Agai Dika tipi faces east toward the rising sun where all life comes from. The five poles in the south are the daughters and they are placed in their mother's arms. The five poles in the north are the sons and they are placed in their father's arms. The two poles holding up the flaps represent the grandmother and grandfather who provide protection.