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Suquamish News Volume 18

March 2018

A Learning Culture In this issue...

Neighborhood Watch pg. 3

Chief Kitsap Academy Weaves Song & Dance Into Class Time

Education Open House pg. 4

Fun at the Youth Center pg. 8

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Community Calendar

Events

Lushootseed Language Classes Mar 7-28 5pm Wednesdays Family Lushootseed Classes are now on Wednesdays! Share a meal with community members while learning words and phrases in Lushootseed. Contact Lushootseed Language Coordinator Lena Maloney at (360) 394-8644 or email lmaloney@suquamish.nsn.us.

Agate Pass Bridge Work Feb 20-Mar 2 The WSDOT will be cleaning the Agate Pass Bridge on State Route 305, requiring daytime single-lane closures across the bridge 8:45am to 3pm Mon-Fri and 7:45am to 2pm Sat-Sun. Drivers can expect delays of up to 30 minutes or more during bridge cleaning and maintenance.

Sovereignty Day Holiday Closure Mar 19 Closure includes Administrative Offices, Courts, Youth & Fitness Centers, Human Services, Wellness, Human Resources, TCW, Fisheries and the Marion Forsman Boushie Early Learning Center. Essential staff, including Tribal Gaming Observers, Agents and Police will continue to provide services.

Suquamish Renewal Powwow April 27-29 House of Awakened Culture Join us this year as we welcome Head Man David Jackson JR, MC Francis James, Head Woman Sherri ThunderHawk, Arena Director Anthony Bluehorse and Host Drum Young Bear. For more information contact Craig Miller at (360) 394-8574 or James Old Coyote (360) 394-8509

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Meetings

Tribal Council Meeting Mar 5 & 26 8:30am Suquamish Tribal Council meetings generally occur every other Monday. 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, contact Windy Anderson at wanderson@suquamish.nsn.us.

Suquamish Warriors Mar 6 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 every Monday 9am-3pm for Veteran visiting and Thursdays for service officer work 9am-3pm.

Museum Board Meeting Mar 8 10:30am Suquamish Museum Board will meet at the Suquamish Museum. For more information about meetings including agendas and upcoming meetings, contact the Suquamish Museum at (360) 394-8499.

Suquamish Tribal Gaming Commission Meetings Mar 8 & 22 9am The Suquamish Tribal Gaming Commis-

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sion holds regular meetings every other Thursday. Meetings are open to Suquamish tribal members. For more information, contact Samantha Johnson at (360) 394-8652.

Suquamish Seafood Board Meeting Mar 14 10am The Suquamish Seafood Board of Directors meet every other Wednesday of the month, at the Suquamish Seafoods Building on Sandy Hook Road. Meetings are open to Suquamish tribal members. For information contact (360) 394-8512.

Suquamish Elders Mar 20 5pm The Suquamish Elders Council is having their monthly meeting the third Tuesday of the month at the Elders Lodge on Hyak Court. For more information contact Barbara Lawrence-Piecuch at blawrence@suquamish.nsn.us.

PME Board of Directors Meeting Mar 21 9am The Port Madison Enterprises (PME) Board of Directors usually meet every other week. Meetings are open to Suquamish tribal members and invited guests. For more information, contact Richard Williams at richardwilliams@cleawrwatercasino.com or (360) 598-8703.

From the cover...

Teachers at Chief Kitsap Academy incorporate Song & Dance practices into the learning environment. To see more ways Suquamish provides for a Learning Culture watch one of the newly released videos about the Tribe on the Suquamish website at suquamish.nsn.us

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Firefighters, Police and Another Dog Partner To Rescue Wayward Pooch

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News & Events

Older shepherd mix missing for weeks until a white shepherd named Dillon spotted her over an embankment

by Michele Laboda

SUQUAMISH, WA- Emily, a ten year-old mix, had been missing since January 28 when she and her “housemate,” Coal, had slipped out of a gate left ajar at their downtown Suquamish home. Coal came back alone a couple of days later and, despite her family’s extensive efforts to locate her in the ensuing two weeks, Emily remained lost until one morning last week.

On February 16, Dillon’s family had just returned from time away when the young shepherd noticed something beyond the edge of the waterfront home’s yard. He got the attention of his family who, upon investigation, found Emily about eight feet down the embankment on a ledge about 25 – 30 SF in size. After what may have been almost three weeks of entrapment, the dog was understandably scared and growling when people tried to approach. The family called Suquamish Police Department for help. Officer Jason Olsen responded. Although Emily’s family had been searching for her since she failed to return home, they hadn’t thought to contact police until that

very morning. Officer Olsen quickly recognized that the trapped canine was the same dog that had been reported missing earlier in the day. He contacted Emily’s family, inviting them to the scene to identify their dog. He then asked for firefighters to be dispatched to assist.

A crew from North Kitsap Fire & Rescue’s Suquamish fire station was just a couple of blocks away. Often, firefighters aren’t able to assist with animal rescues if doing so jeopardizes their readiness for response to more urgent emergencies or is otherwise too dangerous to attempt. This morning, however, crews determined that the dog could be retrieved quickly and safely. As soon as Emily heard the familiar voices of her family, her growling stopped and a firefighter was able to easily carry the dog up a short ladder to reunite her with her loved ones, a couple. The couple took Emily to a veterinary clinic where she received intravenous fluids, high-calorie food and an exam. Though the vets pronounced her in good health, Emily’s weight had dropped

Emily, an older shepherd mix, had likely been trapped for an extended time before she was spotted by another dog and rescued by first responders. From left to right, North Kitsap Fire & Rescue (NKF&R) Lieutenant Mark Cooney, Emily, Robert Atkinson (Emily’s family), NKF&R Firefighter Luke Lindgren, Suquamish Police Officer Jason Olsen and Marie Atkinson (Emily’s family).

from about 120 pounds to about 85 pounds comfortably at home with her family, eatduring her ordeal. At last report, she’s been ing and drinking as much as possible. recovering from her adventure by resting

Neighborhood Watch

Suquamish Police host informational meeting for community members

More than 50 Tribal and Community members attended the Neighborhood Watch Meeting hosted by the Suquamish Police Department on February 8, 2018. Pictured, Kitsap County Sheriff Deputy Schon Montague gives the audience tips for how to organize with neighbors for block watches.

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Education

Chief Kitsap Academy Bears Basketball

Perseverance and third post season trip top highlight list for growing sports program at Suquamish school

by Rex Green

In the second season of CKA Girls Basketball, the Lady Bears continued their growth in fundamentals and basketball IQ under the tutelage of Matt Ives and Denita Holmes.

This is a very special group of young women who persevered through any obstacle thrown at them. Going up against some of the toughest teams in the North Olympic League (both Neah Bay and Clallam Bay earned berths in this year’s 1B State Championship Tournament), our CKA girls kept their heads held high and competed. From the words of Coach Holmes, “I enjoyed watching their skills grow but most importantly I enjoyed coaching these young ladies.” Returning all players from this year’s team, our Lady Bears’ future is bright, as more CKA students are interested in participating in athletics because of these young ladies hard work and heart they display on the court each and every night.

Education Open House Success!

The 2017-2018 Chief Kitsap Academy boys basketball season ended in the opening round of the 1B Tri-District Tournament. The boys program competed in the post season for a third consecutive year. The boys finished second in the North Olympic League. Our team was a very young group, with only three seniors who played in previous seasons. Seniors Talon Capoeman-Williams, Wil Thomas, and Kamiakin Gwinn were honored by friends and family on Senior Night. With the continued leadership of George Hill and We-Laka Chiquiti, we look forward to more than 10 varsity players returning next season. A strong off season schedule of strength and conditioning, along with summer hoops, will help our basketball squad achieve their goals of growth and success for next season. CKA is thankful for all the support we have consistently received from the Suquamish tribe and our community! Go Bears!

by Barbara Lawrence-Piecuch

Whether it was Chebon and Slell’s Indian Taco’s, our Educations Staff’s shining personalities or perfect timing, our Open House was a big hit with the staff of Suquamish Elementary School. While we would have loved to see more Suquamish Tribal Families at our event, and we had enough food to feed many more families, for those who were here last night, they tell me they had a lot of

fun interacting with the teachers, Tribal Education staff and of course everyone LOVED the INDIAN TACO’S! For those of you who missed the event, we promise we will do it again! The Education Administration Staff, Higher Education & Academic Coaches, thank all of you who attended and took the time to get to know us a little better!

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Health Tip: Ways to Increase Your Daily Activity

Fitting activity into a daily routine can be easy - such as taking a brisk 10 minute walk to and from the parking lot.

Choose activities that you enjoy and can do regularly. Or, join an exercise class, there are many different formats available at the Suquamish Fitness Center! Keep it interesting by trying something different on alternate days. Every little bit adds up and doing something is better than doing nothing. If you aren’t a member of the Fitness Center, stop by and take a tour, we offer a variety of exercise and sport activities.

Clean the house or wash the car. Do stretches, exercises, or pedal a stationary bike while watching television. Plant and care for a vegetable or flower garden. Play with the kids - tumble in the leaves, splash in a puddle, or dance to favorite music. Exercise to a workout video.

At Home Recruit a friend to walk with so you have accountability.

Push the baby in a stroller. Get the whole family involved - enjoy an afternoon bike ride with your kids. Walk up and down the field/court while watching the kids play or practice. Walk the dog - don't just watch the dog walk.

At Play Walk, jog, skate, or cycle. Swim or do water aerobics.

Take a class in martial arts, dance, or yoga. Golf (pull cart or carry clubs). Canoe, row, or kayak. Play racquetball, tennis, or pickle ball. Play basketball, softball, or soccer.

Take a nature walk. Most important - have fun!

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Health & Wellness

At Work Replace a coffee break with a brisk 10-minute walk. Ask a friend to go with you. Take part in an exercise program at work or a nearby gym. Create an office walking group or exercise group.

Registration Contact: Barbara Hoffman (360) 394-8468

Suquamish Tribal Members, their households and Tribal Government Employees are eligible at no charge.

Sponsored by Suquamish Community Health Programs

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Government

Hirst “Fix” Wrong Move

Legislative action to address water rights and growth management has severe negative impacts on salmon

by Lorraine Loomis

In a hasty move to “fix” the Hirst ruling, the State Legislature and Gov. Jay Inslee are writing a bad check on our limited water supply at the cost of salmon, future generations and holders of senior water rights. They’ve passed legislation that will continue to allow new wells almost everywhere without having to first mitigate for their impacts.

The State Supreme Court’s Whatcom County v. Hirst ruling in 2016 clarified that the Growth Management Act and more than 100 years of state water law required counties to ensure that adequate water is legally and physically available before allowing development to occur. But apparently, it’s too much to ask developers to look at their impacts before they drill.

Developers lobbied hard for the ruling to be overturned, claiming that it stifled rural development. Republican legislators even held the state’s capital budget hostage for more than a year to force a repeal.

The Hirst ruling should have ended the state’s decades-long pattern of allowing thousands of rural property owners to sink wells that can withdraw up to 5,000 gallons of water each day with no permit,

“They’ve passed legislation that will continue to allow new wells almost everywhere without having to first mitigate for their impacts.”

- Lorraine Loomis no metering and no review of the potential impact on stream flows, senior water rights and other landowners. Because ground water and surface waters are connected, wells withdrawing ground water

wells will not be metered, so we still won’t The new law will allow domestic wells to know how much water is being taken. pump water from already over-allocated The legislation intends to appropriate watersheds in hopes that a planning pro- $300 million over the next 15 years to cess in select basins will identify mitiga- implement the plan. We hope this montion and restoration to one day make up ey will help restore water to streams, but the deficit. The Department of Ecology most of it will be used to mitigate for new is then supposed to follow up the plan- development. There are no guarantees that ning process with rulemaking, but no one the Legislature will follow through on fuknows whether those final rules will pro- ture funding, and what happens when the tect, let alone enhance, stream flows and money runs out? fishery resources.

We are struggling to restore declining affect stream flows needed by salmon.

In most basins there will be no planning process at all, so the only change will be that we’ve lost the protection the Hirst ruling provided.

salmon populations that depend on cold, clean water. None of us can afford this uncertainty that puts those natural resources at risk.

This scattershot approach to water management creates a patchwork of regulations. While some landowners will continue to take up to 5,000 gallons per day, others will be allowed 950 or 3,000 gallons, depending on their location. The one thing they have in common is that the

The “Being Frank” column is producded monthly by the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission (NWIFC). As a statement from the NWIFC chair, the column represents the interests and concerns of treaty Indian tribes throughout western Washington.

A Fond Farewell

Celebrating the contributions of three key retiring employees

On January 31, 2018 the Suquamish Tribe held a retirement celebration for three long-time key employees of the Fisheries Department. Biologist Paul Dorn, Policy Liaison Merle Hayes and Executive Administrative Assistant Janis Contraro. The trio were treated to a dinner and presentation in their honor at Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort. Pictured from right, NWIFC Hatchery Programs Manager Ron Olsen with Contraro, Hayes and Dorn. Fisheries Director Rob Purser in the background.

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Government

Chairman’s Report

by Leonard Forsman

Tribal Council continues to work on preparing for the transfer of Suquamish Shores back to Tribal ownership on June 1, 2018.

The Tribal Department of Community Development held a public hearing where they showed the latest design plans. We envision opening the waterfront for tribal community recreations and celebrations.

The Suquamish Foundation Board held their quarterly meeting. The Board is raising funds at their annual “A Time to Gather” event on March 30th at Kiana Lodge for projects in Suquamish Shores. We are also going to institute a new software platform that will assist us in making grants to local non-profit organizations.

The Suquamish Tribal Fisheries Department held a retirement party for longtime fisheries employees Merle Hayes, Janis Contraro and Paul Dorn retirement party at the Clearwater Casino. Congratulations to Merle, Janis and Paul for their hard work on behalf of our tribal fisheries in policy, administration and hatchery development.

We are at a crossroads with our regions protection of natural resources and tribal governments are involved in urging the state and federal government to take decisive action. Governor Inslee called a meeting at his residence with tribal leaders to encourage tribal support of his carbon tax bill. Tribes are supportive of the concept that will raise funds to fund actions to reduce carbon emissions and restore habitat.

The bill needs improvement before Tribes will consider support. This was expressed by tribal leaders at the meeting that I had the honor of facilitating. A week later the Governor called another meeting to discuss the Hirst water bill implementation being proposed by the Department of Ecology. Tribes are concerned about the state’s approach to conserving water for instream flows necessary for salmon survival over the demand to provide water through exempt wells for homes.

Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz hosted a meeting with Tribes and forest landowners to develop a plan for improving consultation on timber sales that might impact archaeological sites and sacred places. We proposing a number of pilot projects that

will test the new system being negotiated national level is positive. As President of between the Tribes and the timber compa- the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians I have been working on behalf of all nies.

NW Tribes to protect our treaty rights and Suquamish Tribal representatives met with strengthen ATNI as an organization. Part Col. Mark Geraldi of the Seattle District of this role was accomplished by our board of the United States Army Corps of Enmeeting held at the Yakama Nation. We are gineers. We expressed our concerns about planning our mid-year conference at the our relationship and the Army’s commitYakama Legends Casino and Hotel. After ment to following through on their tribal our meeting we met with the Yakama Tribconsultation policy. We expressed our need al Council in their chambers to share inforto protect our tribal treaty fishing rights mation and plan the conference, which will from the impacts of in-water project perinclude a ceremony for the opening of their mits that the Corps reviews. new veteran center.

Gaming and economic development are As ATNI President I also serve as the Area vital to our Tribe providing services to its Vice-President of the National Congress of citizens. The Washington Indian Gaming American Indians and attended the annual Association is committed to protecting Executive Council Meeting in Washington and promoting gaming in Indian Country.

D.C. that required my attendance at the WIGA held its monthly meeting in SquaxNCAI Board meeting. Relationships with in Island. Reports on legislative activities the Trump administration remain uncertain and public relations were provided to the and at times adversarial between the Tribes tribal leaders and lobbyists in attendance. and the cabinet agencies. The NCAI ExPort Madison Enterprises held their annual ecutive convention included some Trump recognition of their employees at the Clearappointees including HUD Secretary Ben water Casino. PME honored Jay Mills for Carson, Veterans Affairs Secretary David his 40 years of service.

Shulkin, DOJ Deputy Attorney General Our Tribe’s reputation on the regional and Rod Rosenstein and Secretary of Interi-

or Secretary Ryan Zinke. Deputy Rosenstein acknowledged the effective use of a criminal database by the Suquamish Tribal Police in apprehending a criminal in his remarks. We also had congressional representatives as well including Sen. Lisa Murkowski, Rep. Derek Kilmer and Sen. Elizabeth Warrren. Sen. Murkowski called for the overturn of the Oliphant decision in her speech. Sen. Warren addressed the disparaging use of the name Pocahantas by the President in her remarks.

I testified on a panel before the Washington State Legislature’s House Commerce and Gaming Committee’s hearing on problem gambling. I emphasized the programs that the Suquamish and other Tribes have to address this disease. We are working with the State Gambling Commission to provide better treatment options for those seeking help.

I continue to do occasional public presentations on the culture and history of the Suquamish Tribe. The most recent event was a talk before the Kitsap Lake and Seabeck Ward Cub Scouts group in Silverdale.

This was a great group of kids and parents.

Thanks to Scott Lee for the invitation.

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Sports & Recreation

Suquamish Basketball Team Wrap Up

Senior Boys finish undefeated season, Pee Wee play continues and a championship for Girls Team at Tulalip Invitational

by Craig Miller

The Suquamish Senior Boys Team, ages 18 and under, just finished the regular season with an undefeated record of 8-0. The team won the Senior Division of the Bremerton Parks and Recreation Basketball League, playing on Saturdays at Sheridan Park Gym in Bremerton, WA. While playing in the annual City Golden Ball Tournament, the boys continued their hot streak and went undefeated earning them a spot in the Championship Game on February 17, 2018. The Bremerton City Tournament concluded with the team retaining their undefeated record and winning the league championship!

Invitational Basketball Jamboree held at Seattle University and Key Arena. The Suquamish Girls Team took home the Championship in their side of the bracket. The youth who attended also had lunch with players and received a tour of the campus.

Meanwhile, Pee Wee Basketball Season is in full swing with about half of the season left to play. We currently have seven Pee Wee teams, ages 5-14 years-old, participating in this years’ program. The youth have continued to work hard and giving it their all. Thank you to all who have come out and supported the young athletes and the Suquamish Senior Boys Champions, from left, : Coach Craig Miller, Sequoia Chargualaf, Shawn Our fifth and sixth grade girls and boys coaches. The season runs thru mid-March, Jones, Bailey Moss, Savante Perrigo, Josh Stackhouse, Jaden Upshaw, Michael Barber, SemajCook, Josh Combs and Assistant Coach Magdalena Turrieta. teams recently participated in the Tulalip with game updates available online.

Valentine Water Color Fun at the Youth Center

50+ Open & All Ages Native +2 Basketball Tournaments

MAR 10-11

Shery Werbelo and daughter Avery display their works of art Jenna Celestine and her Auntie Marjorie Lawrence were in they painted for Watercolor Paint Night at the Youth Center. attendance at the event, showing off their creations.

Suquamish Boys Basketball Tournament MAR 30 - APR 1 2 Divisions

Boys All Native +2

Awards 1-4th Place Per Division

19u - 8 Teams

2 MVP’s Per Division & 2 All Stars Per Team

14u - 8 Teams

ENTRY FEE: $250 PER TEAM

Half due by MAR 19

Contacts: Magdalena Turrieta (360) 509-9512 Anthony Pondelick (360) 979-6678

All Games Played At: Suquamish Tribe Fitness Center 5234 NE Totten RD Poulsbo, WA 98370

Awards 1st Jackets 2nd Hoodies 3rd Crewneck 4th Long sleeve

Team Fee $300

Awards 1 - 4th Place st

ALL STARS & MVP 10-Man Roster Per Team

8 Teams Per Division Double Elimination

Winner Takes All Championship

All Games Played At Suquamish Fitness Center 5243 NE Totten RD, Poulsbo, WA 98370

For more information contact: Craig Miller (360) 394-8574 craigmiller@suquamish.nsn.us Magdalena Turrieta (360) 394-8634 mturrieta@suquamish.nsn.us

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Carving Bentwood Boxes with Randi Purser

Suquamish Tribal Elders Marilyn Wandrey and daughter Julie Haubrich get further guidance from carving instructor Randi Purser.

The Suquamish Sports and Recreation Department hosted a bentwood box class on Saturday February 10, 2018. Everyone who attended successfully bent their box, and raved about the class, including Tribal and community members of all ages. For more information on upcoming activities make sure to see our monthly events calendar in the newsletter or online or call us at: (360) 394-8576.

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Activities Calendar SUN

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Daily Youth Basketball Schedules online!

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Adult Open Gym 6pm @ Fitness Gym

www.suquamish.nsn.us/home/departments/sportsrec game updates also available at: www.kpapwa.com

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Craig Miller (360) 394-8574 Magdalena Turrieta (360) 394-8575

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Men’s Basketball Tournament @ Fitness Center

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Sla-hal Game Night 5pm @ YC

Anthony Pondelick (360) 979-6678 John Lawrence Jr. (360) 860-2060

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Nettle Gathering Leave YC @ 4pm Adult Open Gym 6pm @ Fitness Gym

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Youth Teen Night 6-10pm @ YC

Wake the Canoes 11am @ HoAC

Men’s Basketball Tournament @ Fitness Center

Adult Open Gym 6pm @ Fitness Gym

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Youth Council Dinner 5pm @ HoAC

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Lushootseed Club 4pm @ YC

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Adult Open Gym 6pm @ Fitness Gym

Lushootseed Club 4pm @ YC

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Lushootseed Club 4pm @ YC Song & Dance 5pm @ YC Adult Open Gym 6pm @ Fitness Gym

Lushootseed Club 4pm @ YC Powwow Club 4:30pm @ YC

Youth Teen Night 6-10pm @ YC

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Youth Center Hours 11am-6pm

Youth Center Hours 11am-6pm

Adult Open Gym 6pm @ Fitness Gym

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Traditional Lil’ Kids Group Knowledge Seekers Museum Trip of Suquamish Group Leave YC @ TBD 5pm @ YC

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Teen Day Trip Leave YC @ TBD Moccasin Class 10am-4pm @ YC Song & Dance 5pm @ YC Adult Open Gym 6pm @ Fitness Gym

Easter Egg Hunt & Lunch 1pm @ YC

Suquamish Youth Basketball Tournament @ Fitness Center

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Elders Lunchroom MON

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Elders Council Annual Meeting

Saturday March 17, 2018 • Kiana Lodge

Breakfast at 8am • Meeting & Elder Council Elections 9am

For more information contact Elders Council Chair Barbara Lawrence-Piecuch (360) 271-0078 blawrence@suquamish.nsn.us

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Baked Ham Sweet Potatoes California Blend Veggies Waldorf Salad Corn Bread SF Pudding

Geoduck Chowder Chef Salad w/ hard boiled egg, cheese, sunflower seeds Applesauce Muffin Yogurt Parfait w/ Berries

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Chicken Apple Crunch Salad on a bed of lettuce Whole Wheat Pasta Salad Birthday Cake w/ Ice Cream

Split Pea & Ham Soup Tuna Sandwich w/ lettuce Coleslaw Fresh Fruit

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Whole Grain Pancakes Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy Topped w/ Berry Sauce California Blend Veggies Scrambled Eggs w/ Onion, Pepper, & Salsa Kale Salad Fresh Fruit 9 Grain Bread Fresh Fruit

Corned Beef & Cabbage Boiled Potatoes Steamed Carrots Irish Soda Bread SF Jell-O w/ Fruit

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Corn Soup w/ Ground Beef Tossed Salad Blueberry Muffin Yogurt Parfait with Berries

Elk Stew Turkey & Cheese Sandwich w/ 9 Grain Bread & Lettuce Broccoli Salad Fresh Fruit Pork Roast Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy Beef Soft Taco (ground beef, refried beans, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, salsa) Spanish Rice Tossed Salad Fresh Fruit

Tuna-Noodle Casserole Germany Blend Veggies Spinach-Blueberry Salad Wheat Roll Fresh Fruit

Pork Roast Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy Brussels sprouts Cucumber-Tomato Salad Blueberry Bran Muffin Applesauce French Dip Sandwich Green Beans Apple-Carrot Salad Sugar Free Jell-O w/ Fruit Cocktail

Sweet & Sour Pork Brown Rice Asian Blend Veggies Tossed Salad Wheat roll Applesauce

Tamale Pie Capri Blend Veggies Tossed Salad Fresh Fruit

Baked Chicken Sweet Potatoes Steamed Spinach Tossed Salad Wheat Roll Fresh Fruit

Indian Tacos w/ ground beef, beans, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, salsa, & sour cream Fresh Veggie Platter Fresh Fruit

Salmon Oven Roasted Red Potatoes Mixed Vegetables Pineapple Coleslaw Pachado Bread Italian Ice Ham Hocks w/ Beans Brown or White Rice Capri Blend Veggies Tossed Salad Pachado Bread Cottage Cheese & Fruit Cocktail

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Fisheries

Suquamish Welcomes New CEO to Port Madison Enterprises Longtime hospitality executive Sam Askew returns to Suquamish

by April Leigh

rience building and managing hospitality ventures in the Pacific Northwest to PME. He replaces retiring CEO Russell Steele, who spearheaded business operations at the “After an extensive search, we chose Samu- Suquamish Tribe’s enterprises for 17 years. el Askew for his experience and vision. We “I want to congratulate Samuel Askew on look forward to future growth and success his new role as head of PME, and thank with Samuel at the helm of our daily opera- the PME Board for their diligent efforts in tions,” said Port Madison Enterprises Board making this important decision. Samuel is familiar with our Tribe, and we know he President Greg George.

Askew brings nearly two decades of expe- can help us grow our economic future in a diversified manner,” said Suquamish Tribal Chairmant Leonard Forsman.

The Suquamish Tribe is pleased to announce the selection of Samuel Askew as the new Chief Executive Officer of Port Madison Enterprises (PME).

The move to Suquamish is a homecoming for Askew. From 2006 to 2011 the hospitality veteran managed PME’s waterfront hotel, Clearwater Casino Resort, where he was named Washington State General Manager of the Year by the Washington Lodging Association and Innkeeper of the Year by the Kitsap Peninsula Visitor and Convention Bureau in 2010.

“I’m honored to have the opportunity to return to the area, and tribal community; leading teams of professionals throughout PME that I have a great respect and care for.

It’s great to be home again!” said Askew.

PME CEO Samuel Askew

For the past 7 years, Askew has managed operations at Tulalip Resort and Casino.

He has also served as co-chair for North-

west Tribal Tourism and held executive positions at the Squaxin Island Tribe’s Little Creek Casino Resort, Alderbrook Resort and Spa, and Riverhouse Resort. Before beginning his career Askew studied Hotel and Restaurant Management at Northern Arizona University’s Hospitality School.

About Port Madison Enterprises- In 1987, the Suquamish Tribe established PME as an agency of the Suquamish Tribal Government. PME’s operations are aimed at developing community resources while

promoting the economic and social welfare of the Suquamish Tribe through commercial activities. What began as a modest retail endeavor has grown exponentially over the last three decades. PME now encompasses several businesses including Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort, the historic Kiana Lodge, three retail outlets, White Horse Golf Course and a property management division. For more information about PME, visit www.portmadisonenterprises. com

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Community Notices

Call for Artists!

The Washington State History Museum (Washington State Historical Society) is hosting the 13th annual IN THE SPIRIT Contemporary Native Arts Exhibition.

The juried exhibition, focused on contemporary and traditional visual artforms, will be accompanied by an arts market and festival.

The exhibition−slated to take place in the Washington State History Museum’s 5th Floor, 1939 square foot, McClelland Gallery−will open on June 30, 2018 and run through August 12, 2018. The arts market and festival will also take place at the Washington State History Museum in mid-August 2018 and will be a one-day festival.

Eligibility for the exhibition is in compliance with the Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990 (P.L. 101-644).

Under the Act, an artist must be a member of a state or federally recognized tribe or be certified as a tribal artisan by a tribe. If you have never worked with the Washington State Historical Society, you are required to send a copy of your tribal enrollment documentation listing your enrollment number and/or tribal center phone number.

Artists may submit up to two individual works for consideration, one image per entered work. All works must have been created in the last 5 years. Images of the work submitted must be JPEG in format and must not exceed 1MB or 1024KB. Any image larger than the maximum specified will not be accepted and the work will not be considered for the exhibition.

Images submitted must be of the actual completed works. Works that are selected for exhibition by the jury must be available to the museum from May 18, 2018 through August 24, 2018 for the exhibit. Only the works that have been considered and accepted by the juror may be exhibited. Once a work has been juried into the show, no substitutions may be made. All work submitted for consideration should be the artist’s original concept, design, and interpretation.

The deadline for submissions is March 30, 2018. For applications and additional submission details, please contact Mackensie Hotz, Registrar for the Washington State Historical Society, at Mackensie.Hotz@ wshs.wa.gov or (253) 798-5911.

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May Places 3rd in Oregon Classic Wrestling Tournament submitted by Cherrie May

On January 14, 2018 Josue May, along with 10 other wrestlers from Vandit Wrestling Academy in Kingston traveled to Redmond, OR to compete in the Oregon Classic Tournament. The Oregon Classic was attended by 808 kids from 148 different teams in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. In order to participate in the Oregon Classic, wrestlers had to place in the top 3 in their weight bracket at 1 of the 6 pre-qualifier tournaments held across Oregon and Washington. This is to ensure that only the best wrestlers are at the Oregon Classic to compete.

Josue and the rest of Vandit Wrestling Academy attended the Bad Draw Oregon Classic Qualifier in Snohomish, WA on January 7, 2018 where Josue also placed third. In terms of tournament difficulty that the Vandit wrestlers will attend, the Oregon Classic is only surpassed by the Reno Worlds.

At the Oregon Classic Josue wrestled in the Intermediate 105 weight bracket with 13 other wrestlers. Josue's record for the tournament was 4-1 with 2 wins by pins, 1 by decision and 1 by major decision placing him third overall. Josue showed great effort and determination by coming from behind for 2 of his wins.

Wrestling is a tough sport both mentally and physically

and is teaching Josue personal accountability, to never give up, how to handle adversity, how to perform and to have persistence all of which are huge life lessons that he will be able to continue and utilize through his entire life.

Josue will go on to wrestle in the State Championship and Reno Worlds later this year, with many more tournaments in Josue May after placing in the Oregon Classic Tournament. between.

This is Josue’s second year wrestling for Coach Bobby Reese at the Vandit Wrestling Academy. Josue’s parents Cherrie and Robert May couldn’t be prouder of him.

His accomplishments, strength, determination and persistence are allowing him to succeed in this highly competitive sport. Go Josue!

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