by K Shabi PUBLISHED 14 July 2016

Symbolizes protection and happiness, harmony, and luck The symbol of the Dreamcatcher or Dream Catcher originated with Native Americans. They are typically hung above a bed. The Ojibwe and Lakota tribe originally used the symbol. There are loads of things to do in Red Dead Redemption 2, including a nifty little side quest to find some Dreamcatchers. Even hardened outlaws need a diversion sometimes, and there’s a unique. The traditional dream catcher was intended to protect the sleeping individual from negative dreams, while letting positive dreams through. Here at Native American Vault, we offer wonderfully made dreamcatchers with varying designs and sizes. Dream Catchers with hoop sizes larger than 5 inches. Free Shipping all orders over $60. $5 Flat rate for everything else!! The patterns of the dream catcher web are similar to the webbing these Native Americans also used for making snowshoes. Ojibwa Legend: The story of the Dream catcher Ancient legends about the history and origin of the dreamcatcher exist among several Native American tribes, but are most common and seem to originate among the Ojibwe and Lakota.

What is the true meaning and history behind the Native American dreamcatcher? Where do dreamcatchers really come from? You've probably seen a dream catcher hanging from a tree, a porch or even in a souvenir gift shop and wondered about its purpose and meaning. Read on to learn more about the story, legend, and origins of authentic Native American dream catchers.

Authentic Native American Dream Catchers

Originally created by American Indians, dreamcatchers today come in a variety of different sizes and styles. They usually consist of a small wooden hoop covered in a net or web of natural fibers, with meaningful sacred items like feathers and beads attached, hanging down from the bottom of the hoop. Real authentic, traditional dream catchers are handmade and crafted only from all natural materials, in size measuring just a few small inches across. The hoop is traditionally constructed from a bent Red Willow branch covered in stretched sinews. Wrapping the frame in leather is another common finishing touch among 'real' dream catchers.

History of the Dreamcatcher: Ojibwe or Lakota Origins?

Today the dreamcatcher is associated with Native American culture in general, but dream catchers are often believed to have originated from the Ojibwa Chippewa tribe in particular. The Lakota tribe also has its own legend about the origins of the dreamcatcher, but most ethnographers believe the dreamcatchers were passed down from the Ojibwe through intermarriage and trade. The Ojibwe word for dreamcatcher asabikeshiinh actually means 'spider,' referring to the woven web loosely covering the hoop. The patterns of the dream catcher web are similar to the webbing these Native Americans also used for making snowshoes.

Ojibwa Legend: The story of the Dream catcher

Ancient legends about the history and origin of the dreamcatcher exist among several Native American tribes, but are most common and seem to originate among the Ojibwe and Lakota nations. While many cultures consider spiders to be creepy crawlers, the Ojibwe people saw them in a different light, as symbols of protection and comfort. According to an old Ojibwa legend, a mystical and maternal 'Spider Woman' once served as the spiritual protector for her tribe, especially in concern to young children, kids and babies. As the Ojibwe people flourished and spread out across the land, it was difficult for The Spider Woman to continue to protect and watch over all the members of the tribe as they migrated farther and farther away. This is why she created the first dreamcatcher. Following her example, over the course of generations mothers and grandmothers continued to ritualistically recreate the maternal keepsake as a means of mystically protecting their children and families even from a distance.

What do dream catchers do? Purpose & Meaning of the Dream Catcher

Sometimes referred to as 'Sacred Hoops,' Ojibwe dreamcatchers were traditionally used as talismans to protect sleeping people, usually children, from bad dreams and nightmares. This Native American tribe believes that the night air is filled with dreams, both good and bad. When hung above the bed in a place where the morning sunlight can hit it, the dream catcher attracts and catches all sorts of dreams and thoughts into its webs. Good dreams pass through and gently slide down the feathers to comfort the sleeper below. Bad dreams, however, are caught up in its protective net and destroyed, burned up in the light of day.

Dream Catcher Meaning: Web, Feathers & Beads

All parts of the authentic Native American dreamcatcher have meaning tied to the natural world. The shape of the dreamcatcher is a circle because it represents the circle of life and how forces like the sun and moon travel each day and night across the sky. The dream catcher web catches the bad dreams during the night and dispose of them when the day comes. As for the good dreams, the feathers act as a fluffy, pillow-like ladder that allows them to gently descend upon the sleeping person undisturbed. There is some contention when it comes to the meaning of the beads that often decorate the dreamcatcher. According to some American Indians, the beads symbolize the spider—the web weaver itself. Others believe the beads symbolize the good dreams that could not pass through the web, immortalized in the form of sacred charms.

Dreamcatcher Meaning Today: Authentic Symbol or Cultural Appropriation?

Where To Purchase Dream Catchers

Though dreamcatchers are quite common, finding real authentic dreamcatchers is not that easy today. Real handmade dream catchers are usually small in size and feature sacred charms like feathers and beads. Many dreamcatchers for sale today, however, are much more American than Native American, often oversized and constructed from cheap plastic materials. Many Native Americans still consider the dreamcatcher to be a long-standing cultural symbol of unity and identification among the many Indian Nations and First Nations cultures. Sadly, many other Native Americans have come to see dream catchers as just another cultural appropriation, over-commercialized and at times offensively misappropriated and misused by non-Natives.

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The “In XS” our sport fishing charter boat.

The Viking 47 Convertible is where luxury, speed and comfort meet tournament fishing capability. The “In XS” was designed and built to fish hard and be very comfortable doing it. Every day we leave the dock on our fishing charters we are tournament capable and ready.

She is a 1995 Viking 47 Convertible sport fishing boat. This hull is well known for its speed and ability to raise fish. This hull from Viking was widely used in tournament marlin fishing throughout all the major fishing destinations in the past 20 years.

She has gone through many upgrades and refits that are bringing her back to “good as new”. She is the fastest over 40ft Sportfishing full time charter boat in Key West with a 24kt cruising speed.

Enjoy the dual air conditioned salon with all the comforts of home on board our 47Ft Viking.

The main room has full wrap around leather couch seating and dinette table with a full kitchen that includes microwave, garbage disposal, refrigerator and freezer. Stand alone ice maker

There are 2 bathrooms. One in the guest quarters and the other in the master bedroom. Both are fully enclosed and also have full on stand up showers.

We often say that this boat is a fishing boat with the amenities of your house.

Powering our Viking 47 convertible are two very powerful twin turbo mechanical 680hp MAN Deisel engines. Meticulously maintained. They push the “In XS” to a cruising speed of 24kts and a wide open speed of 33kts or 38 MPH.

July 2020 these engines had a complete major over haul. Balanced and blue printed turbos and all new exhaust from the manifolds back on both engines done by the MAN experts at Scott Marine Power an engine shop in Ft Lauderdale FL.

No Smoke, no vibrations no issues. Just smooth operation.

The “In XS” is complimented with all the trolling gear a boat could need. New 12, 16 30w and 50W reels matched with 20- 30, 30-50 and 50-100 lb rods to accomplish anything we need to do.

Viking Dream Catcher

For bottom fishing she has DAIWA saltiga jigging rods and reels. Conventional and Spinners that have up to 50lbs of drag capable.

Our DAIWA Saltist Reels are on our light spinning rods that round out the compliment for reef fishing for yellowtail snappers, bailing dolphin and other fun fish.

The outriggers are the best in the industry made by RUPP outriggers. Designed to troll right and pull teasers.

The fighting chair is a Murray Brothers Popanette. Brand new and custom made for the “In XS” in 2020.

Owner and captain on board the “In XS”.

Veteran of the United States Coast Guard and licensed captain since 1986

Steven Has been professionally fishing since 1994. Tournament proven winner flats fishing and reef fishing. His vision of the very successful charter service Dream Catcher Charters is alive and well in the “In XS”.

Gennifer is the voice on the phone for all of our clients when they book with us on our Viking 47 Convertible and our many other fishing charters that we offer here in Key West.

Gennifer also operates The Keys To Key West with a blog site all about Key West called The Key Wester.. Check it out..
Her facebook group is Visit Key West.

Mate, Deckhand and Manager of the “InXS”.

Viking Dream Catcher Tattoo

Capt. Brandon has a passion for fishing and makes sure the “In XS” is pretty and ready to roll taking care of the anglers along the way. Also an inshore fishing guide for Dream Catcher Charters. Brandon is a second generation fishing guide here in Key West.

A veteran of the United States Army.

Captain for the “In XS” and “Too Intense”.

Viking Dream Catchers

Capt Rob has been fishing Key West for over 20 years and has a passion for blue water deep sea fishing. A veteran of the United States Navy. Retired Chief.

Manager of Dream Catcher Charters Parent company of the “In XS”.

Capt. Tommy specializes in inshore backcountry fishing charters and over sees the functionality of Dream Catchers.

Viking Dreamcatcher

Veteran of the United States Army.

Capt. Paulette is a passionate fisher person and loves the blue waters of the Gulf Stream.

“P” or “Dori” fills in part time as the mate on our Viking 47 Convertible when she is not running our snorkeling / fishing charters.