Colville Indian Reservation - Legends and Stories

Legends and Stories

  • Coyote and the buffalo- Colville legend about why buffalo don't live near Kettle Falls.
  • Coyote quarrels with mole- Colville legend about coyote fighting with his wife.
  • Spirit chief names the animal people- Colville legend about the naming of the Chip-chap-tiqulk.
  • Turtle and the eagle- Colville folktale about turtle winning a race.

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