The design represents the mythical figure Gonakadeit of the Tlingit peoples (and most other coast peoples where it is known by differing names), a figure said to bring wealth and fortune. It is a standard image that can be seen on many old carved bent-wood boxes and chests in museum collections.  There are slight and intentional variations in the design from side to side.

This design is also made from two to six feet high. 

Barry Herem has a long time association with the camp through his friendship with Bill and Marty Holm, beginning with Henderson Camp on Lopez Island from 1970. He has attended many of the "play" potlatches held during the final week of camp and helped in painting the houseposts for the Big House on Johns Island. For 30 years he has been a professional artist in the styles of Northwest Coast formline art.