Bear Clan Origin Myth ver 5 - Winnebago Version 5. After he created all other things, Earth maker created a man and woman in the south, and he appointed them to be in charge of part of the Day (that is, Life). To the man, he gave charge of all the creatures upon the earth and in the sky. This man came north from below, and as he came forth a great host of creatures followed after him. The other clans had already gathered at the place of rendezvous, and when they saw them come, they said, "Make room! Our Soldiers have arrived." Then the Soldier spoke to them and said, "What Earth maker created me for, I am here to do. I will protect and make sacred all the cleared land upon which your village stands; and if you call upon your Soldiers to combat sickness, you shall be made well." For four days the weather was good and no wind blew from any direction. In such wise was the Soldier in charge of things and circling above him were birds of prey sharp in their talons. After four days the clans left for their homes. To this day the Bear is still in command of the people retold by Richard L. Dieterle Come visit us at. "Keeper of Stories". http://www.newkeeperofstories.com/