Preserving Lakota Traditions
In the Black Hills of South Dakota

Welcome to Tatanka Mani Camp (TMC), dedicated to the preservation of the culture of the Lakota people. Tatanka Mani means "Walking Buffalo" in Lakota. It is a reference to Lakota Elder, Gilbert Walking Bull, and is symbolic of the things of the past moving into the future.

We invite you to explore our website and contact us if you have any questions!









Meet Gilbert Walking Bull