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Suquamish News Volume 15
July 2015
Class of 2015
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Chief Kitsap Academy Graduates First Class Under New State Compact
In this issue...
Honoring graduates pg. 4
Weaving fun pg. 8
Canoe racing pg. 9
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Community Calendar
Suquamish News
Museum Events
the Veterans Center Office at (360) 6261080. The Veterans Center is also open Featured Artist Reception every Monday 9am-3pm for Veteran visitJuly 10 6pm ing and Thursdays for service officer work Join Museum staff and guests in a wel- 9am-3pm. coming reception for new featured artist Danielle Morsette. For more information Suquamish Elders Council Meeting contact the Suquamish Museum at (360) July 4 Noon The Suquamish Tribal Elders Council 394-8499. meets the first Thursday of every month in Museum Family Day the Elders Dining Room at noon. For more July 18 10:30am information contact Elders Council Chair Join in a storytelling by Suquamish TribBarbara Lawrence-Piecuch at blawrence@ al Elder Peg Deam “Legend of the Basket suquamish.nsn.us. Ogress”. Coloring pages will be available for children of all ages, and the book will Suquamish Seafood Board Meeting be available for purchase. For more infor- July 8 & 22 10am mation contact the Suquamish Museum at The Suquamish Seafood Board of Direc(360) 394-8499. tors generally meet every other Wednesday of the month, when Tribal Council is Museum Workshop not in session, at the Suquamish Seafoods July 22 11:30am Join Joey Holmes for harvesting the cat- Building on Sandy Hook Road. Meetings tails from the Museum rainwater ponds. are open to Suquamish tribal members. Then see a completed cattail matt, and For more information contact Suquamish learn about their creation. For more infor- Seafood Administrative Assistant Jessica Ledesma (360) 394-8512 or jledesma@ mation contact the Suquamish Museum. suquamish.nsn.us.
Meetings
Suquamish Warriors July 7 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 Chuck Wagner (360) 633-6236 or
PME Board of Directors Meeting July 21 10:30am in Tower Boardroom Port Madison Enterprises (PME) Board of Directors meetings usually occur every other week throughout the year. The meetings are open to Suquamish tribal members and invited guests. For more information on PME Board of Directors meetings and locations, please contact Brenda George at brendageorge@clearwatercasino.com.
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Suquamish Tribal Gaming Commission Meetings July 2, 16 & 30 10am The Suquamish Tribal Gaming Commission holds regular meetings every other Thursday throughout the year. Meetings generally begin at 9am, at the Suquamish Tribal Gaming Offices on Augusta Avenue in Suquamish, WA. Meetings are open to Suquamish tribal members. For more information on upcoming meetings, contact Samantha Johnson at (360) 394-8652. Tribal Council Meeting July 6 & 20 8am Council Chambers Suquamish Tribal Council meetings generally occur every other Monday throughout the year. Meetings are in the Suquamish Tribal Council Chambers at 18490 Suquamish Way NE, Suquamish WA, 98392 and are open to Suquamish tribal members and employees of the Suquamish Tribe. Special reports and guest speaker presentations are open to tribal members only and key staff. For more information about meetings, including agendas and specific presentation times, contact Windy Anderson at wanderson@suquamish.nsn.us. Higher Education Board July 27 10am Council Chambers Meetings are not open to the public. Suquamish Tribal Members can request to be added to the agenda by contacting Higher Education Manager Brenda Guerrero (360) 394-8460 or by email at bguerrero@ suquamish.nsn.us.
Suquamish Tribal Council
Leonard Forsman Chairman
Wayne George
Nigel Lawrence
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News & Events
Extraordinary Dry Conditions Increase Wildfire Dangers Weeks of unusually dry weather elevate risks in Kitsap and beyond
The moisture content of local vegetation, according to readings reported last week by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR), is as low as it Under the ban, all burning permits are was in the late summer of 2014. The lowsuspended and no outdoor burning is al- er the moisture content, the more readlowed except for recreational fires. Rec- ily vegetation will catch fire and burn. reational fires are defined as under 3’ x 3’ A forest fire is already burning in Olymx 2’ in size, containing no debris and only pic National Park. Kitsap County fire dry seasoned firewood or charcoal. The agencies have been experiencing greater Washington State Commissioner of Pub- quantity and severity of brush fires than is lic Lands has also extended the existing typical for this early in the summer. ImEastern Washington outdoor burn ban on properly extinguished and/or unattended state and other forested lands, including outdoor fires are the most common yearround cause of brush and forest fires. Western Washington. Due to concerns over fire danger, the Kitsap County Fire Marshal has announced that a Phase I Outdoor Burn Ban has been implemented.
Fireworks are the leading cause of wildland fires on and around the Fourth of July holiday. By banning most outdoor fires, officials hope to reduce the potential for out-of-control blazes that could grow rapidly in tinder-dry vegetation to threaten lives and property. In addition to threatening lives and property, wildland fires also divert fire agencies’ resources away from other incidents. During the 2004 Independence Day holiday when conditions were dry but less extreme than feared for this summer, firefighters’ responses to medical emergencies were slowed as all available crews
WIC, EBT & Seniors Farmers Market Program
Users receive up to double the amount of produce at Suquamish Farmers Market by Fran Miller
The Suquamish Farmer’s Market is back this year with a weekly mid-week market at the Masi Shop on Highway 305. It is open each Wednesday through October 14, 3-7p.m. On a recent week, vendors included farmers with local produce, fruit from eastern Washington, smoked salmon, ready to eat food, and crafts. The local farmers have a nice variety of vegetables and although they are not certified organic (because of the high cost of certification), they do use organic growing methods. Market organizers are hoping that the new location on Highway 305 will increase market visibility and traffic. Bring your WIC or Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program checks to the Suquamish market and you will receive a 1:1 bonus. This means that seniors can receive an additional $40 worth of produce, and WIC participants can receive an additional $20 worth of produce. In addition, if you are shopping with an EBT card (food stamps), for every $5 worth of produce that you purchase, you will receive an extra $2 worth of produce. There is no limit per customer per market. The initial funding for this Fresh Bucks program was provided by the Suquamish Tribe, and will continue through federal grant funding for the next four years.
worked to snuff fireworks-sparked blazes. Officials have compared this year’s fire conditions in Western Washington to those typically experienced in Eastern Washington. However, the amount of potential fuel (vegetation) is far greater in Western Washington where rainfall has historically supported lusher growth. Furthermore, residents of this usually-wet region are less prepared for dangerous wildfires than residents of the state’s east. Learn more about wildland fire preparedness at www.firewise.org.
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Education
Chief Kitsap Academy Graduates First Class
New designation means graduates receive diplomas from Suquamish school
Suquamish Tribe Class of 2015 High School Dipoma
The first graduating class of Chief Kitsap Academy was honored during commencement ceromonies at Kiana Lodge on June 11, 2015. From left; Antonio Boure, Trentin Moss, Rayna Espinosa Ive, Debra Hill II, Katelyn Carper, Tommy Puckett, Uriea Wright and Shaylene Jefferson. Not pictured; Kuuipo Fontes, Lehualani Fontes and Kassia Smith.
Chief Kitsap Academy Graduates First Class
Alexandria Anthony Skylar Bakken Antonio Boure - Guardipee Kately nCarper Dylan Crow Dezmond Cordero Kayla George Debra Hill II Shaylene Jefferson Trentin Moss Tommy Puckett Kassia Smith Uriea Wright
Associate of Arts Shoshanna Bayes Azure Boure Serene George Noel Purser Rosario Cory Silvey Ka-el Williams
Bachelor of Arts Karleen Crow Rebecca Purser
Bachelor of Science The Suquamish Tribal Education Department held the annual Graduate Honoring, recognizing college and high school graduates in 2015, at the House of Awakened Culture on June 18, 2015. Graduates pictured, back row from left; Trentin Moss, Ka-el Williams, Serene George, Shaylene Jefferson, Kassia Smith and Karleen Crow. Fron row, from left; Tommy Pucket, Uriea Wright, Katelyn Carper, Skylar Bakken, Azure Boure, Shoshanna Bayes, Hemeh Alexis and Rebecca Purser.
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Congratulations!
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Health & Wellness
Wellness Employee Spotlight: Brian Burwell I’ve been a chemical dependency counselor in the Wellness Center for the past three and a half years and working in the field for more than seven years. Before working here, I worked with Cascade Recovery in Silverdale and in the county drug court program. I started counseling after finishing my Bachelor’s degree at Evergreen State College. For the last two years I have been working on a graduate degree in social work. That has given me the opportunity to work under the tutelage of Lori Glover at this agency – it’s been an incredi- Brian Burwell ble experience. I’ve got to work alongside her in the Healthy & Whole program, which has been an education in and of itself.
Wellness FAQ Every month, we address a frequently asked question that has come to our attention. We encourage readers to submit their questions to Lisa Rey Thomas, PhD, Wellness Center director. Q: What services are available at the Suquamish Tribe Wellness Center? A: We offer Substance Use Disorders treatment, Mental Health counseling, Problem Gambling treatment, Domestic Violence Victim’s services, Naturopathic Medicine and Acupuncture, and Adult Psychiatry/Medication Assisted Treatment. We also offer crisis support, and counselors are available to help you answer any questions you may have. Q: How can I find out more about service and/or schedule an appointment? A: Please call our front desk at (360) 394-8558. Q: Will anyone know that I am seeking or receiving services? A: We are committed to the privacy and confidentiality of all our cliencts and follow all federal regulations. We provide all clients with a document explaining this. Q: Who is eligible for services at the Wellness Center? A: Some services are provided to Suquamish Tribal members only and some are available to the wider community; if we aren’t able to provide services to you we will refer you to appropriate resources. Please call our front desk for more information. Q: Do you include cultural information in your programs and services? A: Our services are a blend of best practices and traditional practices. We work from a client-centered model; we recognize and value each individual’s strengths, beliefs, values and path toward wellness of mind, body and spirit.
I was born and raised in the area. My best childhood memories were family boat trips around Puget Sound and Vancouver Island. Having the chance to work here and have a renewed connection to the saltwater has been great for my spirit. These days I’m married, and my wife and I have two young sons. They keep me smiling, no matter how busy things get around me. The little bit of free time that I have is spent not finishing projects around the house. It’s been great to get to know those that I have met, and I look forward to meeting those that I haven’t!
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Government
Being Frank: Congratulations Language Bowl Winners Legacy of Billy Frank Jr Students shine at annual Lushootseed competition by Lorraine Loomis
It has been a long year since Billy Frank Jr. walked on from this world on May 5, 2014. We deeply miss our longtime leader and good friend. We will continue to stay on the course he set for us as sovereign nations with treaty-reserved rights who co-manage the natural resources given to us by the Creator.
1st Place
Jayden Sigo, Zoe Fritz, Ramona Mayo & Lacy Hawk
2nd Place
Alana Chiefstick, Spencer Chaussy & Tamara Navulak
During this past year, Billy’s life as a champion of tribal sovereignty, treaty rights and natural resources has been honored widely by tribal, state and federal governments, conservation organizations and others.
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Brandy Boure, Miya Smith, Cassady Hill, Tyler Marquez & Mathew Wion
His March 9 birthday has been declared a holiday by many of the treaty Indian tribes in western Washington. At the Squaxin Island Tribe, a street leading to the tribe’s natural resources building has been named Billy Frank Jr. Way. The state of Washington gave Billy a Medal of Merit to honor his lifetime of service to all of the people of Washington. The award recognizes that Billy’s “courage, determination and leadership resulted in unique and meaningful contributions to our state and helped make Washington a better place to live,” said Washington Gov. Jay Inslee.
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Many Thanks To Everyone Who Participated! But it is a recent event in Alaska that is perhaps the best example of Billy’s legacy.
When the indigenous Yupik people of southwestern Alaska were being denied their right to harvest salmon by state and federal fisheries managers, they called Billy. He visited several times to provide The state Senate passed a resolution recog- encouragement and help the Yupik achieve nizing his legacy. “Through his lifetime of their dream of co-managing their shared kinship with the natural world, Billy Frank natural resources. Jr. helped create a healthy environment that can sustain salmon, achieved change, On May 5, the first anniversary of Biland brought diverse communities together ly’s passing, 33 Yupik villages on the around shared desires through nonviolent river came together to create the Kuskokwim River Inter-tribal Fish Commission. means,” according to the resolution. Through the KRITFC, the Yupik will no At the federal level, a bill to rename the longer serve only in an advisory role, but Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge for will work as co-managers with state and Billy has been introduced by U.S. Rep. federal fisheries managers. Denny Heck. The bill also would create a national historic site at the refuge to mark “It was a great day for the Yupik people,” the place where the Medicine Creek Treaty said Mike Williams, who was elected as the first chairman of KRITFC. “The legawas signed in 1854. cy of Billy Frank is stronger now than ever There is no question that all of these awards before, and will get stronger,” he said. and honors are sincere and well-deserved. They are important because they help us to We will continue to honor that legacy by remember Billy and what he stood for: the carrying on Billy’s work to recover salmon protection of tribal cultures, sovereignty, and safeguard our treaty-reserved rights as treaty rights and the natural resources that co-managers of the natural resources that have always sustained us. sustain Indian people.
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Government
Chairman’s Report by Leonard Forsman
The last 30 days saw an increase in activities and meetings that primarily related to the Suquamish Tribe’s role in regional economic development, political outreach, education, cultural preservation, philanthropy, treaty resource protection. Economic Development We continue to participate in regional economic planning with the Kitsap Economic Development Alliance, who held their annual retreat in our new hotel tower and requested that I provide a keynote speech on tribal history. I also attended the Puget Sound Regional Council’s Economic Development District meeting in Seattle, which featured presentations on the rate of new business development in the region and a program that is increasing the use of software to decrease energy consumption in office buildings in the city. Political Outreach The NW Tribal Democrats held an informational session at Lummi to educate tribal leaders about federal budget, programs and legislation and to introduce native candidates running for local office, including Debora Juarez (Blackfeet) who is running for Seattle City Council and Chris Roberts (Choctaw) who is running for King County Elections Director of Elections. Councilmember Sammy Mabe joined me in a meeting with Congressman Raul Ruiz (D-Palm Desert, CA) who serves on the House Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Indian, Insular, and Alaska Native Affairs that oversees all matters regarding Native American tribes across the country. Congressman Ruiz is an emergency room doctor and is very interested in health issues, especially our unique approach to tribal health. Washington State Senator Christine Rolfes (D-Bainbridge Island), who serves on the Senate Ways and Means Committee, met with me and staff to update us on the state budget process, especially in regards to funding for Puget Sound restoration. Education Spring is the time for graduation and I was
honored to speak at a few commencement ceremonies. The University of Washington Anthropology Department asked me to speak at their commencement held at Kane Hall. I urged the graduates (that included All American football player and Samoan cultural preservationist Danny Shelton) to be bold and look for their path in life as they pursued their careers. I also gave brief remarks at the Chief Kitsap Academy graduation held at Kiana Lodge and the Tribal Education Department’s Graduate Honoring held at the House of Awakened Culture. The North Kitsap School District held their Native American Student Honoring at Kingston High School where Calina Lawrence was the keynote speaker (and singer!). Native students and graduates from throughout the district were honored. Rebecca Purser, NW Indian College graduate, presented her Capstone Project at the Little Boston campus that described her vision for a culturally based residential treatment/behavioral health facility, a well done and thorough presentation.
Market Preservation and Development Authority and the Chief Seattle Club asked me to speak at the groundbreaking of their new project along with Mayor Ed Murray. The project will feature more room for farmers and artists, lowincome housing for seniors, three hundred new public parking places and a new pedestrian connection to the waterfront. Service on boards and committees continues to be productive and interesting. The Suquamish Museum Board continues to work on improving earned revenue and raising funds to support our Museum. We had great success at the “Time to Gather” fundraiser especially considering this was the first time the event had been held in a few years. The Suquamish Cultural Cooperative Committee received its regular reports from the Museum, Tribal Historic Preservation Office, Language Program, Early Learning Center, Wellness Department, Public Relations and Healing of the Canoe and also sponsored requests for funding of students attending a language preservation conference. The Suquamish Youth Services Department held a day long retreat to plan ways to improve our Royalty program. We currently have royalty from two events: Chief Seattle Days and the Renewal Powwow. The Washington State Historical Society held their board meeting in Tacoma. Meeting topics included an overview of the state budget, which is still on hold at this writing, and the need for capital improvements to the Museum and progress on the construction of the Museum’s great hall exhibit.
We continue to be very active in setting education policy. The Swinomish Tribe hosted the Tribal Leaders Congress on Education meeting where we heard presentations on native teacher recruitment, introducing tribal history curriculum in the public schools and a new approach to student assessments. We also met with officials from the North Kitsap School District to discuss strengths and weaknesses at Suquamish Elementary. We committed to strengthening connections between the Marion Forsman-Boushie Philanthropy Early Learning Center the elementary. The Suquamish Tribe is engaged in Cultural Preservation extensive charitable and philanthropic Our commitment to retain our cultural activities. We celebrated our programs traditions and to educate the public and the local non-profits that receive about our heritage continues to be a our funding with our annual “Spirit of top priority. There is a lot of activity Giving” event held at Kiana Lodge. We on the Seattle waterfront and we are also held our Casino Impact Mitigation active in consulting meetings with the meeting with local fire and police City of Seattle through my membership departments to help them in their mission on the Seattle Waterfront Advisory to protect and serve our operations and our Committee, where we are currently neighboring communities. We were able discussing how maintenance of the new to provide funding to the North Kitsap, waterfront will be accomplished, and in Poulsbo and Bainbridge Fire Departments, the development of traditional art elements the Suquamish, Poulsbo and Bainbridge through work with the Seattle Waterfront Island Police Departments and the Design Committee. The Pike Place Washington State Patrol. We are currently
participating in a partnership with the United Way and the Kitsap Community Foundation to determine ways to alleviate poverty in Kitsap County through a grant from the Gates Foundation, which asked to speak at a convening of grantees at their offices in Seattle. This was an opportunity for me to describe our charitable programs and our own community investments. Natural Resources Protection of our environment is vital to our economy and our culture. There are many initiatives being pushed by the Tribes to protect our treaty resources: water, fish, clams, deer and elk and other wildlife. The U.S. Navy continues to engage in consultation with the Suquamish Tribe, first through a visit to Naval Base Everett to review their proposed pier improvements for improved service to the fleet and for security purposes, and secondly through their Navy-Tribal Council Meeting held at Naval Air Station-Whidbey Island. Upon request from the Navy, I presented an overview of my role on the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation and my experience as a distinguished visitor on the USS Stennis. We have also been meeting with the Port of Seattle to learn more about their new alliance with the Port of Tacoma and proposed projects in Elliott Bay and their impacts on our fishing activities. The Coast Salish Gathering, held every two years, was hosted by the Swinomish Tribe and brought together leaders from the BC First Nations, Puget Sound Tribes, the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission, the State of Washington, Environment Canada, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Washington State Department of Ecology and others to discuss the threats facing our shared waterway, the Salish Sea. Transportation Futures, the panel tasked by the Puget Sound Regional Council, continues its work analyzing how we address transportation needs in the region over the next two decades. Funding is the top priority right now and we have spent most of our time trying to find ways to get the revenue necessary that is sufficient and equitable. I continue to stress the importance of funding the environmental protection and restoration work as we fund road and transit improvements.
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Sports & Recreation
Upcoming Events
End of Basketball Season Banquet By Magdalena Turrieta
Get Your Tickets!
July 18th Storm Game Native American Night • Tribal Member first for tickets • Contact Craig for tickets
Sign Up Your Youth July Sporting Events
• July 15 - SPU Basketball Clinic • July 8 - Jr High/ High School Softball • July 9 - Elementary School Softball • July 30 - Older Youth vs. Staff Softball • July 31 - Jr High/High Softball at La Push
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Youth Creating Robots & More Group of the youth who attended the banquet.
The Suquamish Tribe Sports and Rec. Dept. had a very successful Youth Basketball Season in all age divisions. They celebrated the end of the season with a party to acknowledge all the players and their hard work. and to thank parents, families and community members who came out and supported the young athletes and the staff on a regular basis. We look forward to many more fun seasons with these young athletes, and look forward to watching them grow.
Wool and Cedar Weaving at the Suquamish Youth Center
• July 7-July 9 • July 22- July 24
Youth Center Outings
• July 10 - Movie Day • July 13 - Bowling • July 14 - Wild Cat Lake • July 16 - Rocky Brook
Sports & Rec Staff Contacts Craig Miller Aaron Lawrence Magdalena Turrieta Terry Johnson
Katelynn Pratt at Youth Class for cedar weaving with Lisa Rodriguez and Tina Jackson.
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Danielle Moresette taught an adult wool weaving class with the help of Virginia Adams May Calina Lawrence at the Adult Class for cedar weaving with Lisa 23-24. Back row, from left: Danielle Moresette, Kippie Joe, Barbara Lawrence-Piecuch, Tleena Rodriguez and Tina Jackson. Ives, Virginia Adams and Laura Price. Bottom row from left; Kati Lawrence, Tutau Abraham and Nigel Lawrence.
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Father’s Day Craft Fun
In June, Youth Center staff created Father’s Day crafts with the youth and had a great turnout. The week before Father’s Day the youth who attend the Youth Center had the chance to make a Duct Tape frame. They embellished each frame with their own flare with faces and mustaches.
Spirit Hawk Canoe Club Season In Full Swing
Spirit Hawk representing at Cultus Lake Water Ports Festival on June 5. From front, Ah-Nika-Leesh Chiquiti, Jenavieve Old-Coyote Bagley, Tamara (nuvaluk) Kyla Iyapana Enigowuk, Metao Sipai, Kokai Williams, Bobby Ray Pondelick, Awasis Williams, Zachary Williams, Dean Williams Jr.
Jr Buckskin Single Paddle 13 and under at Cultus Lake Water Sports Canoe Race 24 canoes lined up. Ah-Nika-Leesh Chiquiti, Mateo Sipai, Kokai Williams, Jenavieve Old-Coyote Bagley and Tamara(nuvaluk) Kyla Iyapana Enigowuk representing Spirit Hawk.
Alana Chiefstick at Chilliwack Landing War Canoe Race.
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Activities SUN
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Spirit Hawk Practice
Archery is Back!
Race practices are ongoing, tidal and weather dependent.
Thursdays 4:30-5:30 p.m. in Little Boston.
For information and times contact: Barb Santos 360-394-7107 bsantos@suquamish.nsn.us
For information contact: Aaron Lawrence 360-394-8575 aaronlawrence@suquamish.nsn.us
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Elders Kitchen: 360-394-8407
Please call to inform the kitchen if you would like to cancel home delivery for the day. Beverages served daily include %1 Milk, Lactose Free Milk, Coffee and Tea. Occasional substitutions may be necessary.
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Baked Ham Sweet Potatoes Brussels Sprouts Light Pineapple Coleslaw 9 Grain Bread Fresh Fruit
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Baked Fish Scalloped Potatoes Steamed Spinach Tossed Salad Wheat Roll Fudgsicle Bar
Chicken A La King Brown Rice Japanese Veggie Blend Tossed Salad Fresh Fruit
Beef Barley Soup Egg Salad Sandwich Waldorf Salad Cottage Cheese & Fruit Cocktail
Chicken Apple Crunch Salad Pasta Salad Tossed Salad Applesauce Muffin SF Pudding
Elk Burger Soup w/ Veggies Sweet & Sour Chicken Tossed Salad Brown Rice Irish Soda Bread Brussels Sprouts Fruit Cobbler Light Cranberry Coleslaw SF Jell-O w/ Fruit
French Dip Sandwich Broccoli Salad Tossed Salad Fresh Fruit
Pork Pancit Germany Blend Veggies Kale Salad SF Jell-O w/ Fruit
Macaroni & Cheese Stewed Tomatoes Tossed Salad Blueberry Bran Muffin Fresh Fruit
Pork-Vegetable Stir Fry Brown Rice Tossed Salad Oat Bran Raisin Muffin Spiced Fruit Cup
Sliced Turkey w/ Gravy Mashed Potatoes California Blend Vegetables Tossed Salad Wheat Roll Fresh Fruit
Cook’s Special Chili w/ Cheese Brown Rice Tossed Salad Corn Bread Fresh Fruit
Indian Tacos (fry bread w/ meat, beans, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, sour cream) Baby Carrots Fresh Fruit
Geoduck Chowder Chef Salad (w/ HB eggs, meat, cheese) Applesauce Muffin Yogurt & Fruit Parfait
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Business
Clearwater Casino
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Community Notices
Traditional Heritage Specialist News
Weddings
by Marilyn Jones
I have submitted the names for Sweet Grass gathering permits. They should arrive in the mail soon. I will send them to the individuals when they arrive at the Tribal Center. If you receive a permit please remember, you must gather only where the permit is valid and for the amount listed on it. Please don’t bring anyone that is not listed on the permit unless you contact the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Complex and ask for permission before arriving to gather. Their phone number is (360) 753-9467, please ask for Marian Bailey. An assistant to help is approved for Elders and people with special needs. However, you must be able to let the NNWRC know that they are there to assist you. We want to be able to continue our relationship here and not abuse it. Steve Todd and Debra Kay have also been making arrangements for Cedar bark gathering and take six people at a time to various places to gather bark. I would like to thank them for doing this as they have the contacts and are able to assist in getting folks to the gathering sites. My hands are raised to Steve and Debra for their great work. In addition, I am still collecting information on all hunting, fishing and gathering sites the Suquamish Tribe has had in the families over the years. We need to place these sites in to the data base for the Tribe and make sure that we have it for records. We are challenged over and over again about where we went to do our hunting, fishing and gathering; without your assistance in documenting this we could lose these areas forever. We will lose them to development and other interests because we won’t be able to prove it was ours before European contact. Only your testimonies and marks on the maps will preserve our hunting, fishing and gathering sites for the future generations. Without your assistance it will be gone forever. To set up an appointment and mark the maps, please call (360) 394-8526. Thank you!
Bakken - Sorensem June 20, 2015
The Bakken, Mills and Sorensen families would like to announce the marriage of Suquamish Tribal Member Sierra Bakken and Chris Sorensen. The couple were married on June 20, 2015 at the Red Cedar Farm in Poulsbo, WA and plan to share their lives in Kitsap County.
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