Arvol Looking Horse

Arvol Looking Horse is the 19th generation keeper of the White Buffalo Calf Pipe Bundle and holds the responsibility of spiritual leader among the Lakota, Dakota and Nakota People. He holds an honorary Doctorate from the University of South Dakota, and travels and speaks extensively on peace, environmental and native rights issues. He has been the recipient of several awards, including the Wolf Award of Canada, The Forgiveness Award, and the United Nations Juliet Hollister Temple of Understanding Award for his dedicated work for peace. A skilled horseman, he shares his knowledge with the youth on the long distance rides that take place throughout South Dakota.