On Monday, October 13, Ho-Chunk families and community members came together in Reedsburg to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day and honor Chief (Blue Wing) and the enduring Ho-Chunk presence in Sauk County.
The event featured a walking path lined with interpretive signs sharing the story of Chief Blue Wing and the history of the Ho-Chunk Nation in the area. Attendees also visited a nearby creek where camp once stood, providing a moment to connect physically and spiritually with the land their ancestors once called home. Having descendants of Chief Blue Wing present made the day especially meaningful, as families reflected on his legacy and the continued strength of Ho-Chunk people in the region. Organizers expressed gratitude to those who helped make the event possible, including Legislator Kyle White Eagle for his words of reflection, Paul Wolter and the Sauk County Historical Society for their partnership, the Sanford White Eagle American Legion Post 556 for their support, and the Winnebago Sons for providing songs throughout the day.