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Suquamish News Volume 16
July 2016
Celebrating the Class of 2016 In this issue...
Graduate Honoring pg. 3
Chief Kitsap Academy Graduates
Tribal Journeys Details pg. 3
Spirit Hawk Canoe Club pg. 9
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Community Calendar
Events
Museum Featured Artist Reception Photography: Leigh Anne Gubatayao July 9 4:30pm Suquamish Tribal Members, families and friends of the museum are invited to attend. Leigh Anne Gubatayao is a Killer Whale Clan member of the Tsimshian Nation of Metlakatla, Alaska. Chasing the Sun is a 4-year accumulation of images she captured while living in Suquamish Territory, and her exploration to connect to the Ancient Sacred in the Age of Imbalance. Her works will be featured in the lobby and the Lawrence Webster Auditorium throughout the summer. For more information contact museum staff at (360) 394-8499. Museum Family Day Salish Design Workshop July 16 11am & 1pm Learn about the elements of Coast Salish design from Skokomish weaver and carver, Andrea Wilbur-Sigo in a handson workshop. Families welcome. Please RSVP at 360-394-8499 or to kpondelick@suquamish.nsn.us and indicate which class time. Free of charge and open
to the public.
Museum Movie Night Huchoosedah-Traditions of the Heart July 21 6pm A documentary by Katie Jennings, Huchoosedah chronicles the efforts of Vi Hilbert (Upper Skagit) to preserve the traditional Coast Salish language, Lushootseed. Free of charge and open to the public.
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Tribal Journeys Suquamish Hosting July 25-27 Suquamish will host travelers on their way to Nisqually for the 2016 Tribal Journeys. Canoes arrive July 25 and leave the morning of July 27. Several events are planned in Downtown Suquamish including meals, cultural sharing in the House of Awakened Culture and more. To volunteer, contact Cultural Coordinator Tina Jackson at tjackson@suquamish.nsn.us or (360) 394-8455.
Meetings
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Suquamish Warriors July 5 5:30pm The regular meeting for Suquamish Warriors usually occurs the first Tuesday of every month. All veterans and their guests are welcome at the Suquamish Warrior Veterans Center, 6353 Middle Street, Suquamish WA, 98392. For more information contact the Veterans Center Office at (360) 626-1080. The Veterans Center is also open Suquamish Back to School BBQ every Monday 9am-3pm for Veteran visitAugust 10 Noon-5pm ing and Thursdays for service officer work A Back to School BBQ celebration will 9am-3pm. be held for Suquamish Tribal families at Chief Kitsap Academy. School sup- Suquamish Seafood Board Meeting ply and back-to-school cards will be July 6 10am availalbe. For more information contact The Suquamish Seafood Board of Directors Trish Chargualaf at (360) 394-8566 or meet every other Wednesday of the month, at the Suquamish Seafoods Building on tchargualaf@suquamish.nsn.us Sandy Hook Road. Meetings are open to Chief Seattle Days Suquamish tribal members. For information August 19-21 A 3-day public festival established in contact Jessica Ledesma (360) 394-8512 or 1911 to honor Chief Seattle. Many of the jledesma@suquamish.nsn.us. same activities from the 1911 celebration PME Board of Directors Meeting are still featured today including the tra- July 20 10:30am in Chico Room ditional salmon bake, canoe races, base- The Port Madison Enterprises (PME) ball and golf tournaments, drumming and Board of Directors usually meet every othdancing, and a memorial service for Chief er week. Meetings are open to Suquamish Seattle at his gravesite in Suquamish. tribal members and invited guests. For Throughout the years other events have more information, contact Richard Wilbeen added to the celebration. These in- liams at richardwilliams@cleawrwatercaclude a Coastal Jam, Powwow, Fun Run, sino.com or (360) 598-8703. craft and food vendors and the Chief Seattle Days Youth Royalty Pageant. For more Suquamish Tribal information, contact April Leigh at (360) Gaming Commission Meetings July 14 & 28 9am 394-7102 or aleigh@suquamish.nsn.us.
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From the cover...
Outgoing Chief Kitsap Academy Principal Fabian Castilleja addresses the Class of 2016 during commencement ceremonies at Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort. For more coverage, including graduate names and photos, see page 4.
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News & Events
Suquamish 2016 Graduate Honoring
Tribal Journeys 2016 Paddle to Nisqually Suquamish Hosting Monday, July 25
12-4pm Canoe Landing
Charles Lawrence Boat Ramp
5pm
Welcome Blessing & Dinner
House of Awakened Culture
Suquamish Graduates Honored: Nassyaha Dahl, Cali Castilleja, Mason Werbelo, Lu-uk McLoud, Manuel Alegria-Sigo, Grace Alexander, Tyquay Bedrosian-Scott, Josh Smith, Matias Miguel, Ron Miguel, Jacob Anderson, Shadow Williams, Yahwillah Ives, Brian Schumann and Ryan Deam (HS Diploma). Jamie Lawrence and Selena Adams (Adult Diploma). James Abler, Joel Sigo, Kristen Soy, Marilyn Jones and Shery Werbelo (Higher Education Degrees).
Suquamish Tribal Elder Receives Enduring Spirit Award Sue Henry recognized by Native Women’s Leadership Forum Suquamish Tribal Elder Sue Henry was honored at the 12th Annual Native Women’s Leadership Forum at Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort on June 3, 2016. Henry, along with 4 other recipients, was recognized her lifetime commitment of time, energy and volunteerism to better her community. Sue Henry has served as the Suquamish Tribal Elder’s Program Coordinator for more than 10 years. She works tirelessly to ensure Suquamish elders have access to quality healthcare, activities, healthy foods and companionship. She does this with a quiet and fierce strength that is wrapped in kindness and love; allowing her to make connections with everyone. In addition to her work in the healthcare field, Sue volunteers her time to assist at community events, funerals, tribal schools and to teach cultural arts. She finds ways to say yes to all challenges and challenges systems that are not meeting the needs of vulnerable people. A smile is a powerful tool that is often under-appreciated in modern time, but health research has shown that someone who makes an effort to see and appreciate others for who they are builds self-esteem and confidence. It is Aunties like Sue Henry who foster tribal leaders so that they can face the hard times cloaked in their love and strength Sue Henry for protections as they fight for sovereignty.
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Eldest Elder Recognition
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Protocol
House of Awakened Culture House of Awakened Culture
Tuesday, July 26
12pm Mandatory Meeting
Suquamish Canoe Family Only
5pm
Blessing & Clam Dinner
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Skippers Meeting
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Protocol
House of Awakened Culture Suquamish Dock
House of Awakened Culture
Wednesday, July 27 7am 8am
Breakfast
House of Awakened Culture
Canoes Leave for Alki
Charles Lawrence Boat Ramp
Nisqually Dates
Saturday, July 30
Canoe Landing Port of Olympia
July 30-Aug 6
Host Events & Protocol
Nisqually, WA www.paddletonisqually.com
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Education
Chief Kitsap Academy Class of 2016 Suquamish Tribal school & community celebrate students
Back to School BBQ Wednesday, Aug. 10th 12-5pm Chief Kitsap Academy
New Elders Lodge! CKA Graduates: Nassyaha Dahl, Cali Castilleja, Mason Werbelo, Lu-uk McLoud, Manuel Alegria-Sigo, Grace Alexander, Tyquay Bedrosian-Scott, Josh Smith, Matias Miguel, Ron Miguel, Jacob Anderson, Shadow Williams, Yahwillah Ives, Brian Schumann and Ryan Deam.
7137 NE Hyak Court Suquamish, WA 98392 Now Open Elder meetings now at the new lodge! Every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 5pm.
Congratulations!
Carlos “Manuel” Alegria-Sigo hugs his mother after ceremonies. Cali Castilleja was Validictorian for her class.
CKA Honor Student Selected For Prestigious Program
Talon Capoeman-Williams, a student of Chief Kitsap Academy and member of the Quinault Nation, has been accepted to the 21st Annual Na-ha-shnee Native American Health Science Institute. The 12-day summer camp at WSU Spokane introduces students to health science programs and careers. Talon is a 4.0 GPA sophomore at Chief Kitsap Academy in Suquamish, WA. He is the current Quinault Warrior representing the Chief Taholah Days Treaty Celebration and his tribe the Quinault Nation. He is also the Vice-President of the Suquamish Youth Council. The 25 students accepted to Na-ha-shnee learn about anatomy and pathobiology in WSU Spokane’s state-of-the-art anatomy lab this summer. They also work with artificial teeth in EWU Spokane’s dental hygiene clinic on campus and are trained in basic nursing skills like CPR, first aid, patient care, nutrition and more. This year the institute sponsors include the Puyallup Tribe, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Trude Smith College of Nursing Endowment.
Way to go Jeremiah George-Bradley! He won the President’s Educational Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement. Jeremiah was one of only three kids from his school receive the award, signed by his principal and President Obama. He was about 2.5 years behind grade level when he started this year, due to missing school because of injuries (he broke his leg in three places that required surgery and was out of school for three months, also an illness which hospitalized him for 5 days, and kept him out of school another 18 days). He has worked so hard all year long, and has caught up to grade level. Jeremiah, your Mommy, Daddy, Big Brother Josh, Nana Cheral and Papa Greg, Grandma Ella and Grandpa Alex, are all so proud of you and your hard work. We love you to the moon and back!
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How Much Exercise Do You Really Need? by Stephanie Kunold
What many of us want when we go on a search for exercise advice are specifics. We want to know what activities to do and for how long, how hard to work and how to do the exercises. So how do you figure out how much exercise you need? One place to start is with your goals. To help you out, I’ve broken down the guidelines for the three most common goals: better health, prevention of weight gain and weight loss. The sample workouts and schedules included will help you make exercise a reality.
Weight Gain Prevention Series This exercise program includes a variety of cardio activities, all done at a moderate pace along with a simple strength and yoga workout, for a complete and balanced program: • Monday: Elliptical Trainer, 40 min at a moderate
pace, 327 calories
• Tuesday: Basic Total Body, 30 min, 100 calories • Wednesday: Walking, 45 min at 4.5 mph, 322 calo-
Guidelines for Health ries The 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, published by the Department of Health recommend: Do • Thursday: Basic Total Body, 30 min, 100 calories moderately intense cardio 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week • Friday: Swimming laps, 20 min, 137 calories or do vigorously intense cardio 20 minutes a day, 3 days a • Saturday: Yoga class, 60 min, 170 calories week. And, do 8-10 strength-training exercises, 8-12 repe- Total Time: 225 Minutes titions of each exercise twice a week. Estimated Calories Burned: 1216 Just Getting Started Guidelines to Lose Weight This workout schedule is a good choice of you’re a begin- You can see that it takes quite a bit of exercise just to prener and aren’t quite ready for 5 days of cardio: vent weight gain, and it takes even more to actually lose weight. For this goal, the ACSM recommends 200-300 • Monday: 30 min walking at 3.5-4 mph minutes each week of moderate-intensity exercise. Keep • Tuesday: Total Body Strength in mind, though, that working harder for some workouts • Wednesday: 30 min walking at 3.5-4 mph will give you more bang for your buck. To see it in action, • Thursday: Rest the sample routine below shows how a 150-lb exerciser fits in 300 minutes of exercise a week: • Friday: 30 min elliptical, medium pace • Saturday: Total Body Strength Weight Loss Series Guidelines to Prevent Weight Gain While there aren’t official guidelines for preventing weight gain, the American College of Sports Medicine position stand on the subject suggests moderate-intensity workouts between 150-250 minutes (20-35 minutes daily) or about 1200 to 2000 kcal a week may help you maintain your weight.
• Monday: 30 min High Intensity Interval Training
(HIIT) - Alternate 1 minute running (10 mph or as fast as you can) with 2 minutes of walking (4.5 mph) for 30 min, calories 320. Basic Total Body, 30 min, 100 calories • Tuesday: 60 min kickboxing class, 550 calories • Wednesday: 30-45 min Lower Body Strength, 300 To see what this looks like in real life, check out the samcalories, 15 minute stretching, 42 calories ple schedule, which predicts calories burned for a 150-lb • Thursday: 60 min yoga class, 170 calories person: • Friday: 45 min HIIT - Alternate 1 minute 10 mph with 2 minutes at 4.5 mph for 45 minutes, calories 480 • Saturday: 30 min Upper Body Workout 150 calories Total Time: 315 Minutes Estimated Calories Burned: 2112
July Traditional Plants Classes
Berries & Lavender Class
Thursday July 7 5:30 PM Elders Lunch Room
Pickle Power
Wednesday, July 20 5PM House of Awakened Culture advanced sign up required, class size limited
If you’re a beginner trying to lose weight, don’t be put off by the amount of exercise you have to do. The good news is, you don’t have to start at that level. A great way to approach it is to start with a focus on improving your health. Those workouts are perfect for beginners and allow you to build a strong foundation of strength before you move up to the more strenuous routines. Start with what you can handle and gradually increase your time and/or intensity. Time to Move!
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Government
Tribal Elder Shares Salish Sea Basketry Traditions With Indigenous Groups in Japan submitted by Dale Croes
Ed Carriere and I have been working with the U.W. Burke Museum to replicate 2,000-year-old waterlogged archaeological basketry found by a riverside in traditional Snoqualmie territory in the early 1960s. Over the last year we have shared our work at the Suquamish Museum, at the 2015 annual gathering of the Northwest Native American Basketweavers Association in Warm Springs, Oregon, and with anthropologists at the Northwest Anthropological Conference in Tacoma. This spring we shared this work nationally at the Society for American Archaeology in Orlando, Florida, in a session called “Excavating Museums.” And this May we shared our work internationally by accepting an invitation to present our efforts and do workshops with the Ainu, an indigenous people on the island of Hokkaido in northern Japan. As a wet-site archaeologists, I have often worked with Japanese archaeologists in exchanges. A group of Japanese archaeologists joined me at the Qwu?gwes wet-site dig in 2009, conducted with the Squaxin Island Tribe, so they could come to the Paddle to Suquamish. Last summer I told them about Ed and his work on ancient Salish Sea baskets at a conference in Japan. Dr. Junko Habu, project lead- Ed checks out fine weave with museum researcher Taku Osaka at the Hokkaido er of Small-Scale Economies with the Research Institute Museum in Japan. for Humanity and Nature (RHIN) in Kyoto, asked Ed and I to come to Japan to share our basketry work with Ainu communities on Hokkaido, and also tour and view ancient basketry from Jomon wet sites on the main Japanese island of Honshu. “Your expertise on the subject will set the tone perfectly for the joint workshop,” Dr. Habu wrote. Ed and I were excited at this opportunity to share our work with other indigenous peoples of our Pacific Basin neighborhood. When Ed was asked by the newspaper reporter at the Goshono Site museum how our project had affected him, he replied, “It brings strength and healing into my life to see how my early ancestors wove.”
NOTICE Tribal Council will be reviewing amendments to the exclusion ordinance of the Tribal Code at the August 8, 2016 Tribal Council Meeting. Tribal Members are invited to attend.
LOOKING FOR TRIBAL GOVERNMENT JOBS? Updated job opportunities with the Suquamish Tribe can always be found online or by calling our 24-hour job hotline: (360) 394-8414 www.suquamish.nsn.us
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Government
Chairman’s Report by Leonard Forsman
The Tribal Council and staff are researching ways that we can improve our health system. The State of Washington is preparing to submit a waiver to the federal government allowing them to implement the Affordable Care Act. The State has set multi-county organizations to work together to provide medical, mental health, and substance abuse treatment in a holistic approach. Jefferson, Kitsap and Clallam counties have joined together to form the Olympic Community of Health. We have been attending the meetings in order to stay informed of the State’s approach and remind them of our Treaty right to health care. We have also met internally to assess the feasibility of establishing an on-reservation health clinic. Forterra is committed to preserving land for open space for habitat protection and outdoor recreation. We held a meeting with Forterra to discuss ways that Tribes, local governments and the State can work together to manage future growth that will protect our rural lands. We are also working with Forterra on the Port Gamble Forest and Bay Capital Campaign to raise money to acquire lands surrounding Port Gamble Bay.
session on Suquamish Shores. The lease of 36 acres in the heart of our reservation returns to the Tribe in full in two years. The Council is working to refine the master plan for Suquamish Shores and develop a budget for improving the area for recreation, housing and cultural use. Historic and cultural preservation continues to be a top priority of the Suquamish Tribe. The Squaxin Island Tribe hosted the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation Cultural Summit. I joined staff from the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation to provide the Summit participants an update on ACHP activities including our work helping Tribes and federal agencies resolve their differences and implementing the President’s Native Youth initiative. The Washington State Historical Society held its quarterly meeting in Tacoma at their research center. The meeting included an informative tour of their vast collections of historic art, artifacts, books, documents and memorabilia.
The Suquamish Tribe Cultural Cooperative met to discuss several agenda items, including naming of off-reservation cultural places and receiving updates on Museum activities, language programs and research The West Central Local Integrating Orga- project proposals. nization held the West Sound Local Sci- The Museum Board Meeting also met ence Forum in Port Orchard. The Forum and I was honored to be asked by the Board featured some interesting presentations, in- to be their Chair. The artist-in-residence cluding a feasibility analysis of residential program featuring Suquamish artists will bulk head removal. start this summer with Salish Wool Weaver The Suquamish Tribe held three public hearings last month on medical marijuana, changes to the Exclusion Ordinance and fishing rights for all members. Tribal members attending the hearings showed general support for the proposed ordinance changes.
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Council Members honoring Tribal Elder Rich Demain at the 1st Annual Moe Purcell Salmon Bake. From left, Tribal Council Treasurer Robin Sigo, Chairman Leonard Forsman, Suquamish Elder Rich Demain, Council Member Sammy Mabe and Council Member Bardow Lewis.
Trails Celebration at Silverdale Waterfront Park. Skipper Rob Purser brought the Se-ah-ma-oaks canoe to the waters of Dyes Inlet as part of the celebration joining a group of kayakers in a flotilla to the shore of the park.
High School. Thank you and congratulations to graduating seniors Ali Chiquiti and Heather West for attending the ceremony and representing the Suquamish Tribe. The Suquamish Tribal Education held its Honoring of tribal students graduating from high school and college at the House of Awakened Culture. Graduates received canoe paddles, blankets, cash awards and certificates depending on the level of their degrees.
The Kitsap Regional Library is interviewing community leaders about the role of our local libraries in the lives of our residents. We have offered to provide public presentations on tribal history and culture in their branches to educate others in our Tribal Democrats attended the Washington State Democratic Convention community about the Suquamish Tribe. The Washington Indian Gaming Associ- Native American Caucus meeting in Taation held its monthly meeting in Tulalip. coma. We heard from several candidates A good part of the meeting was dedicated seeking office this fall seeking the endorseto candidates for the legislature and party ment of the caucus. Heather Purser, who is leaders seeking the support of WIGA. Both seeking to be a convention delegate, also parties are supportive of tribal gaming op- addressed the caucus.
Washington State Ferries staff met with us to provide more information on how we can provide art and photographs for the M/V Suquamish Ferry. We learned that we have 30-35 opportunities to install photos and art pieces. We also requested the The Suquamish Tribal Elders held two opportunity to provide designs for one or erations. cultural events, the 1st Annual Moe more of the wall panels. High School graduation season was in full Purcell Salmon Bake and the Elders The Potlatch Fund staff joined Skipper Ni- swing last month. Chief Kitsap Academy Lodge grand opening barbecue. The gel Lawrence on the Suquamish Youth ca- held its graduation ceremony at the Clearsalmon barbecue featured Columbia Riv- noe for a short tour of our waters in Suqua- water Casino Resort Lawn. The ceremony er spring salmon. The new elders lodge in mish. Wind and rain shortened our pull, but was well attended and well run in a beauSuquamish Shores is on the waterfront and our guests enjoyed their time in our canoe. tiful setting. The North Kitsap School is a beautiful facility. The Silverdale Chamber of Commerce District honored its Native American The Suquamish Tribal Council held a work sponsored the Kitsap Peninsula Water Students in ceremony held at Kingston
The City of Poulsbo is working with the Washington Department of Transportation on the SR 305/Johnson Road Roundabout. Noll Road will be diverted away from its current junction with SR 305 to meet the highway at Johnson Road where a new roundabout will be built. This will accommodate several housing developments under construction or soon to be constructed in the Noll Road area.
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Sports & Recreation
Youth Day Festivities Carry On, Despite Stormy Weather Annual event continues to grow in size and popularity by Magdalena Turrieta
Youth Day was a success, even with the wicked thunder and lightning. On Saturday, June 18, 2016, Youth Day Celebration took place at the House of Awakened Culture. Sports and Recreation team members kept busy interacting with the youth and ensuring everyone was safe, food was prepared and fun was had by all. Participants that signed in received a beautifully designed T-shirt by Tribal Artist Kate Ahvakana. Activities included: Two inflatable play structures, face painting, gunny sack races, three legged race, basketball shootout contest balloon twisting and pie eating contest. We would like to thank Marc Kelly for being our DJ Youth Day has been a youth annual celebration for ten-plus years and continues to grow in size and popularity amongst our youth. Youth Day is an event open to the Suquamish community. Thank you to all those that were able to attend. Without the Sports and Recreation staff and our Community it wouldn’t have been such a success. We look forward to the fun times we will have next year!
Above from left, Kalene Williams and Raelene Kurtz enjoying their time after face painting at Suquamish Youth Day. Top right, from left, Likoodzi Ross, River Alexander, Taliyah Berg playing basketball, even a downpour didn’t discourage youth from continuing with activities at Youth Day. Center right, from left, Shawn Jones and Kanim Natrall participate in the Pie Eating Contest, a new competition added to Youth Day. Bottom right, from left, Stoney Chiefstick and Austin Wion race to see who can go the furthest in the bungee run.
Suquamish Museum July Events Saturday, July 9 4:30-6:00 pm Featured Artist Reception Leigh Anne Gubatayao
Leigh Anne Gubatayao is a Killer Whale Clan member of the Tsimshian Nation of Metlakatla, Alaska. Chasing the Sun is a 4-year accumulation of images she captured while living in Suquamish Territory, and her exploration to connect to the Ancient Sacred in the Age of Imbalance. Her works will be featured in the lobby and the Lawrence Webster Auditorium throughout the summer. The public is invited to attend the reception.
Saturday July 16 11am & 1pm Family Day Salish Design Workshop with Andrea Wilbur-Sigo
Learn about the elements of Coast Salish design from Skokomish weaver and carver, Andrea Wilbur-Sigo in a hands-on workshop. Families welcome. Please RSVP 360-394-8499 or to kpondelick@ suquamish.nsn.us and indicate which class time. Free of charge and open to the public. An image from Leigh Anne Gubatayo’s Chasing the Sun exhibition.
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Spirit Hawk Soars Into New Season
Suquamish race canoe club off to an exciting third year back on the water by Joey Holmes & Barb Santos
Spirit Hawk Canoe Club is full of excited racers beginning their third year with the Sports and Recreation Dept. program. As one of our tribal cultural activities, we’ve had a lot of interest from younger youth who have taken up the cultural sport. The crews practice on most days during the summer, and travel on Fridays to races that take place on the weekends. Participating in the club is quite time consuming. But, our youth are passionate about it and take much pride in it. Youth know to respect each other, the water, their paddle and canoes. They also know how to have a strong mind and to block negative feelings while in the race canoes. Sports and Recreation Director Barb Santos has been coaching the crews, who range in ages of 13 and younger. Spirit Hawk Canoe Club has represented at five War Canoe Races so far this year: Nooksack Mother’s Day Race, Chilliwack Landing, Cultus Lake Water Festival, Lummi Nation Stommish Water Festival and Harrison Hot Springs Canoe Race. The club plans on
Ah-nika-leesh Chiquiti, above in the red tank top, races in the 13 and under single-woman races at Cultus Lake. BC.
traveling to more races throughout this summer, finishing with the last race at Makah Days the end of August. The canoes we travel with are Spirit Hawk, 11-man and a 6-man, along with double-man and single-man canoes. Spirit Hawk Canoe Club has been representing in the 11-man, 10 and under, and the 13 and under Jr. Buckskins races. We encourage tribal members to get involved and join the teams! For more information about joining or participating in upcoming races contact Barb Santos (360) 394-7107.
Genevieve Old Coyote-Bagley shows the medal she received at Chilliwack Landing Canoe Races. The Spirit Hawk Canoe Club will continue to travel on weekends throughout the summer, ending their competition season with a final race schedule at Makah Days in Neah Bay.
Men’s Softball League in Full Swing at Suquamish Ballfields by Magdalena Turrieta
The Suquamish Tribe’s Sports and Recreation Dept. is currently coordinating men’s slow pitch softball league at the Suquamish Ballfield. The league started in May. Games are played every Thursday at 6pm and 7:15pm. There are five teams competing this season. The league will be active through August, taking a break in July for Tribal Journeys. There will be an end of season tournament after the last league games are completed. The games are competitive and fun to watch. All are welcome to attend. There is no charge to attend the games as a spectator. We hope to see lots of familiar faces in the stands in the upcoming games! Ty Purser, middle with the black hat on, races in his first race. Ah-nika-leesh Chiquiti, in the red tank top, also competed in the single long race in honor of Dean Williams. Spirit Hawk Canoe Club races in 11-man, 6-man, double and singles competitions at each event.
There will also be a co-ed league starting up mid-August. If you would like more in-
formation about co-ed softball league please contact Craig Miller craigmiller@suquamish. nsn.us (360) 394-8574 or Magdalena Turrieta Chuck Deam, Sr. who plays on “Half Racks” team swings for the ball, as the league’s official umpire mturrieta@suquamish.nsn.us (360) 509-9512. Silas Fontes looks on.
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Activities Calendar SUN
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Canoe Practice Horse Riding Class Canoe Practice Youth Physical Horse Riding Class Spirit Hawk 12pm @ Canoe Shed 10am @ Indianola 12pm @ Canoe Shed Activities 10am @ Indianola Canoe Club Youth Swimming 1pm @ Fitness Center @ Chemainus Paddle Carving Class Youth Physical 2pm @ Bainbridge 3:30pm @ Youth Center Activities Song & Dance 1pm @ Fitness Center 5pm @ Youth Center Adult Softball League Pickleball 6pm @ Ballfields 6pm@ CKA Gym Open Gym Open Gym 6pm @ Fitness Center 6pm @ Fitness Center
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Horse Riding Class Adult Softball League 10am @ Indianola 6pm @ Ballfields
For information contact: Joey Holmes | 360-394-8576 jholmes@suquamish.nsn.us
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Youth leaders traveling to Oklahoma City!
For information and times contact: Barb Santos 360-394-7107
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Unity Conference July 21-27
Bricks 4 Kids July 5-7 Math & Engineering for Kids Sign up at the Youth Center!
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Spirit Hawk Canoe Club @ East Sannich
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Paddle to Nisqually Youth Swimming Canoes Leave @ 8am 2pm @ Bainbridge
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Horse Riding Class 10am @ Indianola
Tribal Journeys Tribal Journeys Suquamish Hosting Suquamish Hosting Youth Physical Open Gym Spirit Hawk Events @ HOAC Events @ HOAC Activities 6pm @ Fitness Center Canoe Club 1pm @ Fitness Center @ East Sannich
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Elders Lunchroom MON
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Please call to inform the kitchen if you would like to cancel home delivery for the day.
Now the 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Elders Lodge.
For more info contact Barbara Lawence-Piecuch blawrence@ suquamish.nsn.us or (360) 394-7123.
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(w/ veggies) Chef Salad (w/ ham, cheese & sunBeverages Served flower seeds) 1% Milk, Lactose Free Milk, Coffee and Tea. OccassionOat Bran Raisin Muffin al substitutions may be necessary. Cottage Cheese & Fruit
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Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes & Gravy Cucumber-Tomato Salad Wheat Roll Birthday Cake & Ice Cream
Baked Chicken Sweet Potatoes Tossed Salad Oat Bran Raisin Muffin SF Pudding
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Closed Independence Day Holiday
Tuna Noodle Casserole Broccoli Tossed Salad Applesauce Muffin Fresh Fruit
Baked Fish Scalloped Potatoes Steamed Spinach Tossed Salad Multigrain Bread Fudgsicle Bar
Corn Soup (w/ Ground Beef) Chef Salad (w/ cheese, sunflower seeds, & dried cranberries) Wheat Roll Fresh Fruit Beef Barley Soup Egg Salad Sandwich Waldorf Salad Cottage Cheese & Fruit Cocktail
Shepherd’s Pie (ground turkey, green beans, mashed potatoes) Tossed Salad Applesauce Muffin Fresh Fruit
Egg, Vegetable & Cheese Frittata Oven Roasted Potatoes Blueberry Bran Muffin Fresh Fruit
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No Elder’s Lunch Lunch served at HOAC Deliveries to homebound
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Elders Kitchen: 360-394-8407 1Geoduck Chowder
Elders Council Meetings New Place & Time
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Chicken A La King Brown Rice Japanese Veggie Blend Tossed Salad Fresh Fruit
Macaroni & Cheese Stewed Tomatoes Tossed Salad Corn Bread Fresh Fruit
Sweet & Sour Chicken Brown Rice Brussels Sprouts Light Cranberry Coleslaw SF Jell-O w/ Fruit
Pork-Vegetable Stir Fry Brown Rice Tossed Salad Wheat Roll Spiced Fruit Cup
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Pork Pancit Germany Blend Veggies Kale Salad SF Jell-O w/ Fruit
Salmon Oven Roasted Potatoes Mixed Veggies Tossed Salad Pachado Bread Fresh Fruit
Ham Hocks & Beans Brown or White Rice Peas & Carrots Tossed Salad Pachado Bread Yogurt & Fruit Parfait
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Indian Tacos (fry bread, meat, beans, cheese, lettuce, tomato, salsa, FF sour cream) Baby Carrots Fresh Fruit
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Geoduck Chowder Chef Salad (w/ HB eggs, meat, cheese) Applesauce Muffin Yogurt & Fruit Parfait
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Business
Spotlight on PME: Poker Manager Steven Buechler
Clearwater Casino 20-year veteran weighs in on past, present and future of poker in Suquamish
by Lisa Rodriguez
Having just celebrated 20 years at Port Madison Enterprises (PME), Poker Manager Steven Buechler, has a lot to be thankful for and is looking forward to what PME will do next. Buechler’s career began as a part time bank teller in Los Angeles. During this time he was a full-time actor and worked part time at Security Pacific National Bank. His part time position slowly turned into full time as he was encouraged by his peers and mentors to pursue higher positions. Later Buechler moved back to the Pacific Northwest and ended his six years in banking as the HR manager at Seattle’s Peoples Bank. He was then recruited by a former boss and began a new career at KPS Health Plans as Credit Manager. Two years later he was the HR Director and Vice President of Public Relations for the 150 employee company. Buechler retired from KPS Health Plans
at 40, but his retirement was short lived as he pursued something to keep himself busy. In 1995 the Clearwater Casino had just opened when Buechler became a Table Games Dealer. A few months later the Poker room opened and Buechler became a Poker Dealer for five years. With some peer persuasion, Buechler became the Marketing Manager at Clearwater Casino. Three years later, he missed the Poker room and went back as Poker Dealer Lead. He later went from Interim Poker Manager to the Poker Manager position he’s had for the last six years. “Gail Coyne, the Casino General Manager at the time, was the reason I accepted the position of Marketing Manager when I did. She encouraged me to get involved with a wider range of opportunities within the company. Because of Gail I pursued career paths I otherwise would not have,” said Buechler. “My time at PME could not have been possible without Russell Steele, he’s always been a great supporter of the Poker Department and has provided moral
support to the employees at a time when many rooms were downsizing. He recognized the value and financial benefits of the Poker Room not just as a revenue source but as an incentive to reach players that we normally would not have access to. Early on Emerson George showed interest and told me to “Keep it up” which has stuck with me over the years. The Poker Room could not be what it is without these two individuals. I’m also thankful for my wife Debra, whom I met at Clearwater. She worked for Food and Beverage in the late 90’s. She’s always been very supportive at home and with the unpredictable schedule that comes with working at a Casino. I’m thankful for the six children and eight grandchildren we get to see in our spare time.” The future of the Poker Room looks bright. Buechler expresses that Poker has made advances in being able to track player’s play not only in the Poker Room but throughout the casino, allowing him to show direct revenue coming from the Poker Room to Slots, Table Games, and Keno. Buechler would like to see a large multi-day poker event to take place at Clearwater. “The Poker room itself might not gain a lot in revenue but the benefit would be bringing people in from all over the Northwest who may never have considered Clearwater
Clearwater Poker Manager Steven Buechler
Casino as a destination. That’s the value we bring,” said Buechler. As PME is always thinking about the future and ways to expand, Buechler has expressed adding amenities like a hair salon, dry cleaners, oil and lube service, etc. to make Clearwater a “one stop shop” and give people an “excuse” for coming here who might otherwise not.
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Community Notices
Warriors Honor Fallen Heroes Submitted by Joann Joe
Elders Celebrate 93 & 86 Years Young Submitted by Kathy Kinsey
From left, Tribal Elders Delore Mills, Liz Puckett and Marjorie Napoleon celebrating Napoleon’s 86th Birthday on June 2, 2016.
Family and friends of Marjorie Napoleon joined to celebrate her 86th birthday last month. Marjorie is noted for her bravery snatching her dog In observance of the Memorial Day, Members of the Suquamish Warriors placed flags on Vet- from the clutches of a bear. She also known for erans graves at the Suquamish Cemetery and a wreath at the Suquamish Veterans Memorial, her fear of running out of toilet paper. These two along with a 21-Gun Salute to honor fallen and missing heroes. facts about her became a recurrent theme of her celebration. Family members gave her a series of stuffed bears with rolls of toilet paper. Laughter and smiles abounded around the jocularity.
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Elder Evelyn Beatrice McMillan Gemmell is also celebrating a birthday. The Suquamish Tribal Elder, descendant of Julia Jacobs, is turning 93 this year. Though she lives out of the area, her family is bringing her to Tribal Journeys celebrations this month to honor her status Napoleon’s family gave her a series of stuffed as the oldest living female Elder in the Suqua- bears, a theme drawn from stories of when she saved her dog from a bear attack. mish Tribe.
Commercial film crew and Forsman on his boat after finishing on-location shooting in April.
Suquamish Tribal Elder Ray Forsman, a career fisherman and long-time fixture on Seattle Docks, was chosen to be featured in a local Xfinity Comcast commercial. Film crews shot footage of him on his boat and on location at a rental house near Lake Washington in April. “They approached me about filming on my boat and asked me to be in the commercial when they were scouting locations at the dock. I loved the experience, and learned so much about filming!” said Forsman. The commercial began running on television last month, and will continue throughout the summer.
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Birthdays
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Eugene Jones Michelle Lanning Mary Miller Daniel Morsette Jr.
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July 1
Steven Holt Zoey Miller
July 3
William Forsman Jonathan OldCoyote-Bagley
July 4
Ashley Friedman
July 5
Harvey Adams III Ellen Hagen Raven Roberts Jeremy Rubeck Juanita Villanueva
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July 6
Clyf Gladstone Shayan Mabe
July 7
Joseph Agibnik Mathew Hawk Laloni Mowitch Eric Pondelick Oskar Salas Julian Garza
July 8
July 17
July 10
Mark Belmont Jacob Ewing Donald George
July 11
Jody Mackenzie Amanda Scheer Malina Vejar
July 12
July 24
Jessica Ledesma Claudette Leva Jazmine Ortiz
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July 9
Bonnie Carriere Jocelyn Jones Tony Nilluka
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July 13 July 15
Joseph Adams Travis Ives Jerry Lawrence
July 23
Elisha Corfield Jillian George Thomessa Inions
Catherine Howard Leyton Miller Samuel Castaneda-Sigo Judith Porter
Roger Contraro Jack George Madison Geroge Nicole Neugebauer Charles Sigo
Trenton Landsaw Kelsy Womak Bryson Miller Natasha Tiffany
Sarah Due Melissa Lund Lois Sullivan
Max Gellert Randy Jones Michael Puckett Dakota Standley
July 22
Richard Demain William George John Mabe Laurisa Miller Tracy Pelch Dyan Perrot
July 27
Alden Boure David Demain Tyleeander Purser Corrina Sigo Everly Sigo Koh-kai Williams
July 28
Gary Hagen III David Pierpoint Valerie Stull
Richard Belmont Jr. July 29 Ed Carriere Daniel Demain Kali Chargualaf Lucas Johnson Sharon Purser-Atnkins Anthony Pondelick Cecilia Williams
July 25
Deandra Decker Jillian Mills Joseph Peterson
July 26
Michael Cheyney Benjamin Purser Barbara Burgess Nicoline Spanos
July 30
Breylin Alexander Julian Covarrubias Princeton George Amaya Lawrence Drew Lawrence Bahiyyih Mudd
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Michelle Black Qwoo-chee Moran
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