The design is truly a reflection of history, both meaningful and iconic to the Kittitas Valley.
The Yakama Nation riders coming off Craig’s Hill as part of the daily opening ceremonies, Molly Morrow’s legendary photo of three Yakama women riding horseback in tribal attire to honor their ancestral way of life.
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