Rachel CrowSpreadingWings. Photo from Facebook

A Native woman from Alberta, Canada, is going on trial today for allegedly purchasing eagle feathers for $250.

Rachel CrowSpreadingWings, a member of the Blood Tribe, acquired the feathers to make traditional regalia. She will be representing herself in court and will argue that she has a constitutional right to buy and possess eagle parts.

"I am so very grateful for all your support And prayers. Many you all be blessed," CrowSpreadingWings said on Facebook today.

CrowSpreadingWings faces $100,000 in fines and/or two years in prison if she is convicted of one count of trafficking wildlife and one count of possession for the purposes of trafficking.

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