BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (May 2, 2026) — Members of the Choctaw Nation Tribal Council traveled to California during the first weekend of May to attend the annual Okla Chahta Clan Gathering, joining Choctaw tribal members and families in celebrating culture, community and tradition.
During the gathering, council members prepared and served a traditional meal for attendees. Special recognition was given to Councilman Eddie Bohanan for transporting food and supplies from Talihina to Bakersfield for the event.
Hosted by the Okla Chahta Clan, the annual gathering brings together Choctaw families from across the country to celebrate through traditional dances, games, storytelling and cultural activities. Tribal leaders said the event provided an important opportunity for fellowship and cultural preservation within the California Choctaw community.
