Indian Relay, dubbed 'America's original extreme sport,' has roots dating back centuries to horse stealing raids. Native Americans are keeping the dangerous and compelling racing tradition alive.
The horse has played a central role in the history and mythology of many Native American tribes. The Shoshone, Crow, Blackfeet, Sioux, and other tribes first saw horses when Spaniards brought them to this continent 500 years ago, and have used them in hunting and in battle ever since. Collectively, these tribes call themselves the 'Horse Nations.
Another team we followed through the summer circuit is led by 23-year-old Tuesday Washakie from the Shoshone Tribe in Wyoming. Her younger sister Zia is the rider for their women's team. Both feel a close connection to their horses.Tuesday Washakie: If you're having a bad day and it's just not going your way, you could go out and you can catch your horse and ride 'em, and things-- things'll just seem to be better. I think that's just how it is.
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