Most people don’t know this, but the Shis’ka First Nation has a lot of men who are, shall we say, follicly challenged? So much so that we not only have an Eagle clan, we also have a Bald Eagle clan. Here is the official clan crest:

Unlike traditional clans, though, this is not one that you’re born into. Membership is mandatory; no matter which clan you were originally in, you automatically get inducted into the Bald Eagle clan once you start showing some chrome and losing what was once a great society of hair. Alternatively, you can also shave your head to get membership, but this could be considered cheating, is not encouraged is slightly frowned upon. The men who earn their membership the good old fashioned way are seen to have slightly higher status for letting nature take its course because it takes integrity to accept your fate and go through life looking like a cue ball by natural means.

One gray area involves trichotillomania: complusive hair pluckers are allowed entry into the clan, though they’re encouraged to seek help after being let in.

Regardless of whether you gain entry by natural or artificial means, you can still remain in your original clan, you’ll just happen to be in two at the same time. As far as I know, we’re the only tribe that allows for dual-clan citizenship.

For some, however, membership does not always have its privileges. Sometimes, members try to leave the clan by wearing a toupee or getting hair plugs. The former is not considered an official exit strategy; anyone attempting this will still be considered a member because, really, you’re not fooling anyone.

I’ll bet you didn’t know all that. Learn something new everyday, dontcha?

This is a clan that I, personally, hope I never become a member of.