Nimiipuu Tribal Tribune, Vol. 3, Issue 17 by Wild Horses Thunder

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

2021 Fall General Council Postponed. New Dates: November 18-20, 2021 Due to the rise in COVID-19 cases and the prevalence of the Delta variant, the Fall General Council is being postponed till November 18-20, 2021. At the beginning of November, the COVID-19 situation will be reevaluated and it will then be determined if General Council can be conducted in-person. If not, General Council will be held virtually. For regular updates and information visit www.nezperce.org

N I M I I P U U T

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Volume 3 / Issue 17

Jaxcee Henry Crowned Miss Lookinglass Queen

Miss Lookinglass Queen, Jaxcee Henry. (Photo courtesy of Tana Wheeler-Nunez)

Jaxcee Fierce Henry is the daughter of Wetalu Henry and Sheldon Leonard. Her Qáaca is Jena Henry, the daughter of the late Priscilla Pinkham. Jaxcee is the older sister Weeyekinmay, who is 14-months-old. She descends from the Nimiipuu, Warm Springs Paiute, and Yakama tribes. As a six-year-old, Jaxcee will be entering the 1st grade at Lapwai Elementary school. Jaxcee was raised in Lapwai her entire life. The Land of the Butterflies is the home of her people and the land where she continues to live her traditional teachings. She is an avid horseback rider at the Appaloosa Horse Club, jingle dress dancer on the weekends, a berry picker and root digger, she also enjoys participating as a member at the Nez Perce Boys and Girls Club. Sports such as basketball, volleyball, t-ball, and dance are also activities she participates in. With so many activities keeping her busy, Jaxcee always makes time to for family. As a new big sister, she has stepped into a caretaker’s role and the love for her sister has flourished, allowing her to grow compassionately. As she continues to preserve the teachings passed onto her, while enjoying acContinue Reading Lookingglass on Page 3

Delta Variant Identified in Lewis and Idaho County Public Health – Idaho North Central District (PHINCD) is reporting that COVID-19 genetic sequencing of specimens collected in Lewis and Idaho County residents have been confirmed to be COVID-19 Delta variant. Data show the Delta variant is different than past versions of the virus because it’s much more contagious and some vaccinated people can get Delta in a breakthrough infection and may be contagious. However, vaccinated individuals represent a very small amount of transmission happening around the country. With the Delta variant’s presence and increased transmissibility, testing remains a very important part of managing the pandemic regardless of vaccine status. Identifying illness early allows people to get proper care and prevent spread to family, friends, and others in the community. COVID-19 case counts in all counties of PH-INCD continue to rise, mirroring both the state and national trends associated with Delta variant. Although it Continue Reading COVID on Page 5

CULTURAL

Nimiipuutímtki- The People’s Language (Nee-mee-poo-timt-key) September

Pik’unma’ayq’áal

(Pick-coon-my-call)

“fall fish runs, salmon go down river, trout go into deeper holes, steelhead come upriver” Store/Town Table/Resturant Gas Station Fire Station Post Office Police Station School Casino Hair Salon

‘itam’yáanwaas Hipinwées Taksnin ‘itam’yáanwaas ‘aláa hitóoskaw’aatnim ‘iníit Tíim’esnim ‘iníit ‘inpew’wéetnim ‘iníit Hitéemenwees Píhisin ‘iníit ‘istúuptupinwees

it-tum yawn-woss hip-in-wass tucks-nin it-tum-yawn-woss alla hit-toe-ska-wott-nim in-eat tee-miss-nim in-eat in-poe-watt-nim in-eat hit-tam-in-wass pi-hiss-nin in-eat is-stoop-toop-in-wass Image: Clearwater River, Idaho Nez Perce Reservation

NIMIIPUU TRIBAL TRIBUNE The Nimiipuu Tribal Tribune is published twice a month, on the first and third Wednesday. Our mission is to publish a timely and credible resource for our loyal readers and provide local information relevant to the Nimiipuu people and surrounding communities. Our vision is to disseminate content of interest to readers and to ensure this news publication is accessible by all. In an effort to be more environmentally friendly, we are working to cut down on paper waste and printing cost. Hard copies will be available upon request only. Enrolled Nez Perce Tribal members are able to receive hard copies at no cost (limit one per household). For businesses and non-enrolled Nez Perce Tribal members, the hard copy subscription fee is $36 annually. The online version is free for everyone. Subscribe today! For more information regarding submissions, subscriptions, classified ads, display ad rates, dates and deadlines, visit: http://nezperce.org/government/communications/

Contact: Chantal C. Ellenwood 208-621-4807 chantale@nezperce.org Mailing: P.O. Box 365 Physical: 120 Bever Grade Lapwai, ID 83540

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CULTURAL

Seasha Reuben Raffle Ticket Winners: Hand drums – Dale Henry Portable DVD player – Allen C Pendleton Blanket – Matilda Simpson Pendleton Blanket – June Stewart $200 – Seth Oatman $200 – Gerry Ostrewski $150.00 – Sheila Jabeth $100.00 – Diana Walker $100.00-Theory Umtuch $100.00 – Scott Keller $100.00 gas card – Naomi Holt $100.00/blouse/men’s necklace – Lonnie Sammaripa $50 gas card/towel – Thearose Larson $83.17 – Simone Arthur $50.00 – Tabias Sammaripa $50 – Herwanna Williams Native designed football – Julia Gould adult fancy winner, on Sunday at the 2021 Lookingglass Pow Wow. Jonie Wilkins (Photo courtesy of Joyce McFarland.) Ribbon shirt – Susan Broncheau Lookingglass Continued 1. Chrome Louie 1.Diane Walker Beaded Earrings – from Front Page 2. Louie Plant Jr. 2.Karen Umtuch Sapsis Moses 3.Tonia Hall Beaded Earrings – tivities a young person such Boys traditional 1. Chubbas Bisbee Wendel Wilkins as her age enjoys, she has Fast & Fancy Gun Scope – Joni Wyncoop every intention to gain under- 2. Pie Pluts Men’s Special: 2 camp chairs – Joni Wyncoop standing and carry out that of Adult Men 1. JJ Meninick Camping chair&cooler – what it means to be crowned 2. Stan Whiteman Delayna from Harpster Idaho as Miss Lookinglass Queen. Fancy 1. JJ Meninick 3. Garrett Begay Bag – Dane Congratulations Jaxcee! 4. Redhorse Wesley Surprise – Seasha Reuben 2021 Chief Lookingglass 2. Gerret Begay 3. Redhorse Wesley 5. Lonnie Sammaripa $25.00 – Betty Heater Pow Wow Contests, Grass Earrings/kouskous soap – Parade, & Raffle Winners: 1. Tyus Bebee Parade Results: Devan Adams Junior Category 2. Robert Tewewina Sr 1. Best All Around Float Sweater – Iasez Harpster Girls Fancy/Jingle 3. William Wesley Echo Hills – Lonnie and Stella Sweater – Inez Taylor 1. Ella Payne Traditional Sammaripa Towels/water bottle – 2. Elissa Meninick 1.George Meninck 2. Individual Walker Female – Simone Arthur 3. Susan Tewawina 2. Gabby Corral Jr. Luanne Kicking Woman Ribbons skirt – Levi Carson Girls traditional 3. Tony Picard 3. Individual Walker Male Camp chairs – Sue Gilchrist 1. Temi Meninick Levi Carson Beaded Belt Buckle – 2. Nani Meninck Adult Women 4. Royalty Float – Devon Atkins 3. Paikea Sammaripa Fancy Boys fancy/jingle 1.Julia Gould 1. Robert Tewewina Jr. Jingle 2. James Tewewina 1.Lauren Gould 3. Darryl Whiteplume 2.Mary Arquette Boys Traditional 3. Courtney John 1. Tsimt Slickpoo Traditional 2. #140 1.Luanne Kickingwoman 2.Regine Wilson Teen Categories 3.Rose Umtuch Girls Fancy/shawl 1. Theora Umtuch Golden Age Men 2. Ronnie Arthur 1.Levi Carson 3. Seasha Reuben 2.John Meninick Girls Traditional 3.Stan Whiteman Sr. 1. Deion Standing Rock 2. Aubree Standingrock Kay Seven announced as Whip Woman, at the 2021 Lookingglass Pow Wow. Golden Age Women Boys fancy/grass (Photo courtesy of Joyce McFarland.)

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HEALTH Nez Perce Tribe -Pandemic Response Plan- Regress to Modified Stage 3

Modified Stage 3 Effective Date: Friday, August 20, 2021, at 12:01 pm. Given a steady increase of positive cases, the Nez Perce Tribe has determined it appropriate to regress to a modified Stage 3 in the COVID-19 Pandemic Response. From August 1 to August 17, 2021, Nimiipuu Health (NMPH) has administered 207 COVID tests with 47 positive cases confirmed with a positivity rate of 22.71%. Additionally, the highest positivity rate since December 3, 2020. Stage 3 limits gathering sizes to 10-50 people and allows non-essential travel to locations that do not have ongoing transmission. Safety recommendations will still require appropriate physical distancing, wearing a face covering, washing hands regularly, and sanitizing hard surfaces regularly. Please stay home if you do not feel well. As a tribe, we have not forgotten how troubling this pandemic has been. Several tribal families have experienced

tragedies with lost loved ones, and some individuals who have once tested positive continue to suffer to this day. While we are 519 days into the pandemic, please help us by remembering to stay vigilant and reminding others to do the same. “With the uptick in cases, please be informed Nimiipuu Health DOES, in fact, have COVID-19 testing ability through our lab services. There is a current national shortage of Abbott ID NOW test kits, which provides same-day results. This test shortage situation is under review by the state of Idaho and the Indian Health Service. Nimiipuu Health currently offers alternatives to the Abbott ID NOW test.” Roberta Jose-Bisbee, Executive Director of Nimiipuu Health. Everyone must continue to function while balancing the protection of our communities. Please follow safety protocols to help keep yourselves and others safe while regressing to modified Stage 3. Stage 3: Gatherings (Religious, Social):

• Indoors: No more than 50 people with social distancing and protocols in place. Mask recommended where social distancing cannot be maintained. Hugging/handshaking not recommended. • Outdoors: 6 feet social distancing. Travel: All non-essential travel is permitted to locations that do not have ongoing transmission. Businesses/Employers: Non-essential businesses and schools may remain open with recommended safety measures in place. *Each Nez Perce Tribal Entity is responsible for adhering to their own Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Food Service: Six feet social distancing at all times while in communal areas. If social distancing is not feasible, a graband-go meal is recommended. Limit exposure by keeping the same cohort of families (households) seated together and distance between groups whenever possible. Sanitize tables and all hightouch surfaces after each use.

Funerals: Public and private gatherings of 1050 people, when appropriate physical distancing and precautionary measures are observed can occur. High risk/Vulnerable can resume public interactions, but should practice physical distancing, minimizing exposure to social settings where distancing may not be practical, unless precautionary measures are observed. For more information, please reference the link below to the Nez Perce Tribe Funeral Policy in Response to Threat of COVID-19 (Last amended February 9, 2021). Nimiipuu Health encourages and offers the COVID-19 vaccination to anyone 12 years and older. Please call to schedule Lapwai: (208) 843-2271 Kamiah: (208) 935-0733 For questions or concerns, please contact the Nez Perce Tribe Emergency Operations Center (EOC) nptemergencyoperations @ n e z p e r c e . o r g

The CDC Recommends a Third COVID-19 Dose for Immunocompromised Patients Immunocompromised individuals includes those with, but is not limited to, the following: Cancer, chronic kidney disease, chronic lung diseases, asthma, cystic fibrosis, pulmonary hypertension, dementia, diabetes, heart condition, etc. Immunocompromised people are at increased risk of poor outcomes from COVID-19 Clarification- The third dose shot is NOT a boosterit is an additional vaccination dose that is needed because of possible lack of immune response from the first two doses. 40-44% of individuals hospitalized with the Delta Strain are immunocompromised, which has initiated the need to move forward with a third dose for that population. Nimiipuu Health has a patient panel who fits in the moderately to severely immunocompromised category and will contact those individuals to schedule the third dose. Please be patient as we plan and execute this third dose administration. Nimiipuu Health is following practices/recommendations closely, from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which is comprised of medical and public health experts who develop recommendations on the use of vaccines in the civilian population of the United States. There currently has NOT Been a recommendation for boosters. There currently has NOT been a recommendation for a second dose of the Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) Vaccine. More information from the CDC https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/recommendations/immuno.html For more information please email nptemergecyoperations@nezperce.org

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COVID Continued from Front Page

has been expected that this variant has been present in our communities, this now confirms that expectation. PH-INCD would encourage residents to follow the latest CDC recommendations for their safety as well as the safety of our communities. It is the hope that with increased vaccinations and established prevention measures, the spread of the Delta variant and others will be halted or slowed protecting your life and that of your family and those in your community. To reduce infections and to slow transmission of COVID-19, do the following: • Get fully vaccinated for COVID-19. • Wash your hands regularly with soap and water or clean them with alcohol-based hand rub. • Cover your mouth and nose with a mask when in public settings or around

HEALTH

CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK

MYTH VS FACT

MYTH A vaccine to cure COVID-19 is available

FACT

Currently, there is no vaccine for the new coronavirus. Scientists have already begun working on one, but developing a vaccine that is safe and effective in human beings will take many months. https://nairadiary.com/coronavirus-myths-vs-facts/

others. • Maintain at least six feet distance between you and people coughing or sneezing. • Avoid touching your face. • Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing. • Stay home if you feel unwell.

• Refrain from smoking and other activities that weaken the lungs. • Practice physical distancing by avoiding unnecessary travel and staying away from large groups of people. For more infor-

Can I Prevent Underage Drinking? As kids head back to school, new experiences and new pressures await them. It’s vital to stay informed in your child’s interests, or sometimes lack of interest. Most children naturally become more independent as they mature. It’s a normal part of development. Yet parental involvement drops by half between the 6th and 12th grades. While parents may feel their kids are no longer listening to their advice, studies have shown the opposite. Parents are a major factor in their child’s life, including decisions regarding alcohol. Focus on three primary areas to start with: bonding, boundaries and monitoring. It's important to spend time with your child. Share a fun activity that they like doing, or a meal together. Research shows that kids are less likely to drink when their parents are involved in their lives or when they feel close to their parents. Set clear rules about underage drinking. Back to school is a good time to have conversations about family rules and the risks that come with alcohol. Remember to let them know that they can always come to you with any questions or give you a call if they need a ride. Also, make sure you're aware of your child's day-to-day world. Ask your child the 5 Ws: who will they be with, where are they going, what are they doing, when they will be home, and will alcohol be present. Being aware of the dangers of drugs & alcohol, will prepare your child to start the school year off successfully. To find more helpful information, visit the SAMHSA website at: https://www.samhsa.gov/talk-they-hear-you, or contact the Nez Perce Tribe’s Students for Success office at (208) 621-4607.

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mation about the novel coronavirus please visit https://idahopublichealth. com/district-2/novelcoronavirus or call our Public Health Hotline at 1-866-736-6632.

EDUCATION

Culture Camp Held at Cascade Lake for the First Time

Cascade Lake, ID- After a year hiatus due to the pandemic, the 21st annual Nez Perce Cultural Camp was held at Cascade Lake 4-H Camp on July 27-29 (21 students in grades 8th-12th) and August 17-19 (55 students in grades 4th-7th). The camp is normally held at the Wallowa Lake United Methodist Camp in Oregon, but they weren’t fully open for youth camps for the past 2 summers. In August 2022, the camp will return to Wallowa Lake. The camp project was started in 2000 by Cultural Resources (Language, Arts Council) and Students for Success with the vision of “giving youth a greater appreciation of the heritage of the Nez Perce people so they can continue the culture in the future.” Youth who attend primarily live on or near the Nez Perce reservation, but some come from out of the area To register for camp, the youth were asked to write an essay on: 1) What area does our traditional Nez Perce homeland cover? How are you connected to the Nez Perce homeland? 2) How does your family teach you to use and protect our tribal natural resources, such as land, air, water, plants, animals, fish, etc.? This year’s camp theme was páaytoqsix wicéenweesx weellú’q’itpe (We are Returning to the Homeland at Cascade/ Donnelly). Camp activities focused on tribal natural resources and increasing awareness about the southern area of our Nez Perce homeland. Angel Sobotta, Nez Perce Language Program, created an amazing booklet that highlights traditional names of multiple locations between Kamiah and Lapwai to Cascade Lake and the South Fork river. This resource is available at https:// www.nimipuutimt.org/nez-percecultural-camp.html. There are also audio files to accompany the booklet which also describes traditional activities and stories connected to the locations. The camp also had an additional focus of kíiye ’anaasqa’áncix núunim titéeq’is (We are Honoring our Elders). Our 21st annual Nez Perce Cultural Camp logo is based on a 2018 photo of our long-time Resident Elders (Wilfred “Scotty” Scott, Bessie Scott, Florene Davis) at Wallowa Lake. Elsie Cree of Lapwai designed the

Culture Camp students gathering samples. (Photo courtesy of Joyce McFarland.)

logo with the images of our 3 beloved Elders and our Nez Perce homeland near Cascade Lake. The Scotts were first presenters at Culture Camp in 2003 when Scotty was Vice-Chairman of NPTEC. In 2006, they attended the first year as Resident Elders. They continued each year until 2019 (14 years). “Scotty, Bessie, and Florene first taught us to lead our camp with love and care for each other,” said Joyce McFarland, Camp Coordinator. “If they noticed anyone off by him or herself, they would point it out to us to make sure they got pulled into the overall group. Many times they talked to students who were struggling at camp in various ways to give them encouragement.” Bessie loved to sing “You Are Special” and “Good Morning” in Nimiipuutimpt so the camp will keep up this tradition during the morning camp circles. Our beloved Elder modeled how to continue after she was gone, so Nez Perce Culture Camp will do its best to teach language, respect for traditional ways, and to graciously serve others in her honor. In the essay booklet, the camp committee also recognized the late Bessie Blackeagle who was a long time camp participant who later became a camp counselor. She last attended camp in 2019. She was one of the original youth Miyooxat (leaders) who really committed to make camp fun and interesting. On the first day of camp, the participants stopped at the Whitebird grade lookout to read about the battle in 1877 before continuing on to Rapid River.

Gary Greene, tribal Language, spoke to the older students about tribal fish traditions and history. The younger students heard from Silas Whitman, tribal Cultural Resources, and Mike Wilson, tribal Fisheries, about how tribal Fishermen fought at Rapid River against the state of Idaho who was trying to block their treaty rights in the 1970’s. The young people soaked up the information and also gained a greater appreciation for the sacrifices of their older relatives. When they looked out the windows of their vans, the students knew that everything they saw was part of their homeland. The older students also stopped at the tribal Fisheries office in McCall for a presentation on all the Nez Perce Tribe’s fish restoration efforts in that area. On the last day, the older students visited the South Fork fish trap with Silas Whitman providing historical context to the site. The first night of camp features storytelling around the campfire. This year, there was a group storytelling contest instead of one for individuals. Angel Sobotta lead an exercise for the students to practice “story rounds” so they could work together to create a story. The older students had 6 group stories and the younger students had 10 group stories. There are a lot of natural storytellers in the bunch! Silas Whitman also talked about Chief Red Grizzly Bear (the Chief’s Chief) who lead the Nez Perce band in that area in the 1800’s and the legend of the Seven Devils during the evening campfires. The University of Idaho

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(UI) Extension Office for the Nez Perce reservation was a major partner for this year’s camp. They had engaging activities for youth to explore the water ecosystem. The students enjoyed viewing plants, bugs, etc., through magnifying glasses and microscopes. Jim Elkins lead the activities for the first week and Danielle Scott worked with Americorps volunteers to teach the students the second week. Danielle also organized jewelry making the first week. Trina Webb, tribal Language, taught a class on painting landscapes with acrylic paint for the second week. Language exercises focused on Nez Perce homeland terms and recreation activities. The older students learned Nez Perce words related to canoeing and hoop/arrow game. The younger students focused on archery, pow-wow dancing, and Frisbee golf. The Language Program staff also added instruction on how to add past and future tenses to words. The Nez Perce STEP Program (Alicia Wheeler, Tess Greene, Joyce McFarland) facilitated activities to explore the student’s preferred learning styles. This effort was a follow-up to interviews conducted with the 2013 Cultural Camp participants. The younger students were interviewed with the same questions used in 2013. For example, they were asked if there is a difference in the way they learn about culture to how they learn in school. The older students learned about the nine cultural principles for passing on knowledge that the STEP Program identified from input of tribal members. The principals include active visualization, community orientation, oral history, learning from mistakes, personal sovereignty, teachers as guides, experiential learning, interpersonal relationships, and evaluating mastery. The students identified ways that they learn with these nine principles at home and at school. This information will be used to continue the conversation with our local public school teachers and administrators to better understand the strengths of how our tribal students learn best. Since the younger students didn’t travel to the South Continue Reading Culture Camp on Page 7

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Fork river, they instead participated in a Warrior Challenge. Their cabin groups completed nine challenges and were rated on their team’s cooperation, encouragement, and participation. The challenges included traditional Nez Perce games (double ball, hoop and arrow), brain teasers (Tanagrams, Soduko), teamwork (human knot, Skittles and Cups, guide through a maze), language (Jenga, Art), and 1-on-1 interview about learning. The tribal Enterprises were gracious hosts to the students at Zims Hot Springs both weeks. The students loved swimming in the heated pools and learning about the Tribe’s economic development efforts. Students also enjoyed other recreation at the camp such as Gaga ball, basketball, volleyball, etc., and icebreakers including Life on the Rez, WarriorPrincess-Bear, etc. The Career Center rented paddle boards from UI for the older students. Each morning the entire camp started at 6:30 with a circle gathering. A prayer (respecting all ways) was offered by tribal Language staff on the first day and by a youth representative on the second day. Valentina Villa (week 1) and Sierra Arthur (week 2) volunteered to lead the prayer. The Nez Perce tribal flag was raised with Angel Sobotta singing a healing and protection song (week 1) and Tom Williamson singing the Nez Perce flag song (week 2). The group then learns about the full day’s activities and expectations for their participation. The mini pow-wow, led by Pete Wilson (Spirit of Renegade drum), is always a popular activity for the youth on the second night. The youth participate in a grand entry, honor song, intertribal, owl dance, circle dance, happy dance, potato dance, and girl and boy exhibition dances. KIYE radio will be playing “shout outs” and interviews from the students at the second week of camp in the coming weeks. Tom Williamson attended camp to interview the students and share his knowledge about radio programming with them. Camp awards are given for winners in storytelling, pow-wow dances, language, and essay writing. Each group also has one youth selected as a top Language student and miyooxaat

(leader). All youth receive a Tshirt, certificate, essay booklet, and language workbook. Camp awards: Week 1(grades 8-12): Storytelling: 1st- Sikem (Adoniah Guillory, Aiva Guillory, Faith Sobotta, Abigail Whitman), 2nd- Native Monkeys (Thunder Gouley, Zaidyn Thomas), 3rd- Sweathouse Rocks (Layson Morrell, Justin Rickman, Joseph Taylor). Owl Dance: 1stJustin Rickman/Abigail Whitman, 2nd- Preston Ammerman/Andraeana Domebo 3rd- Zaidyn Thomas/Aiva Guillory. Potato Dance: 1stNevaeh Bisbee/Zaidyn Thomas, 2nd- Adoniah Guillory/ Aiva Guillory. Exhibition Dances: Girls- Aiva Guillory, Boys- Thunder Gouley. Language Awards: Nevaeh Bisbee, Adoniah Guillory, Layson Morrell, Grace Sobotta, Zaidyn Thomas, Valentina Villa. Miyooxaat (Leader): Thunder Gouley, Corey Greene, Faith Sobotta, Cesali Steffy, Joseph Taylor, Valentina Villa. Essay Winner: Thunder Gouley. Week 2 (grades 4-7): Storytelling: 1st- Rez Wildcats (Twila Moses, Laila Penney, Shania Penney, Kyrie Rickman, Jailea Sonneck, Aiviana Wheeler), 2nd- Mystic Fangs (Atticus Moffett, Talon Palmer, Thamius Sherman, Darryl Whiteplume) 3rd- Dinosaurs (Josiah Baird, Maynard Kane, Max Payne, Cloud Wheeler, Dawson Whitman). Owl Dance: 1stTalon Palmer/Candace Whiteplume, 2nd- KC George/ Kodi Greene, 3rd- Thamius Sherman/Davi Jo Whitman. Potato Dance: 1st- Ryanne Samuels/ Kodi Greene, 2nd- Paisley McCormack/Kyrie Rickman. Exhibition Dances: Girls- Emma Wheaton, Boys- Darryl Whiteplume. Language Awards: Joshua Arthur Jr., Jameson Eyre, Twila Moses, Julia Nunez, Ella Payne, Paikea Sammaripa, Ryanne Samuels, Thamius Sherman, Dawson Whitman, Abreann Yearout. Miyooxaat (Leader): Jacob Arthur, Josephine Arthur, Kodi Greene, Twila Moses, Tiara Palmer, Ella Payne, Katrell Samuels, Thamius Sherman, Dawson Whitman, Abreann Yearout. Warrior Challenge Winner- Rez Chicks (Amaya Arthur, Kaelyn Greene, Paisley McCormack, Candace Whiteplume, Davi Jo Whitman, Abreann Yearout). Essay Winner- Paikea Sammaripa. CAMP SPONSORS: Nez Perce Language, Nez Perce Arts Council, Nez Perce Students for Success, Nez Perce Education Department, Nez Perce Tribal Executive Committee, Youth Af-

fairs & Local Education Program Fund, Nez Perce Career Center, Nez Perce State Tribal Education Partnership (STEP). CAMP SUPPORTERS: Nez Perce Circle of Elders, Nez Perce Cultural Resources, Spirit of the Renegade Drum, University of Idaho Extension Nez Perce reservation, Nez Perce Fisheries Resources Management, Nez Perce Community Centers, NWIC/Youth Cultural Enrichment Academy, Nez Perce Enterprises Zim’s Hot Springs, Nez Perce KIYE Radio, Nez Perce Executive Direction, Nez Perce Finance Department, Cascade Lake 4-H Camp. Nez Perce Cultural Camp (week 1) Top Essay: Thunder Gouley, 11th grade: While I was not raised on Nimiipuu homeland, I was raised and live on Skokomish Reservation in Western Washington state. I know that the traditional Nimiipuu homeland is in the Great Basin and plateau and covers parts of what is now known as Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and Montana. I am connected to the Nimiipuu homeland through my father, Troy Lee Matheny, Nez Perce/Umatilla, who was raised on the Nez Perce reservation in Lapwai, ID, but also lived many years off reservation, but within Nimiipuu ceded lands and traditional hunting, fishing, and gathering places, places he takes me and my brother to still. But not often enough. At one time, his livelihood was dependent on the resources of the land and water. I am enrolled Umatilla, but also carry Nimiipuu and Skokomish blood. My father teaches me to protect the tribe’s natural resources by taking me to the Nimiipuu homeland every summer and teaches me about the land, geography, culture, and how to

preserve the natural resources. My family even owns a cabin and land on Grouse Flats in the Blue Mountains where we hunt. I have been fishing on the Columbia River helping harvest salmon for our family and for Nimiipuu spring permits. My mother who is Skokomish, has been a shellfish harvester and most of my family here are tribal fishers and gatherers. I am very familiar with this side of my Native life. Because I wasn’t raised in the Nimiipuu homeland, I have a great desire to learn more about my shared culture, our lands and my people. I sincerely hope that I will be given this great opportunity. Nez Perce Cultural Camp (week 2) Top Essay: Paikea Sammaripa, 6th grade, Kamiah: The area of the original Nimiipuu (Nez Perce) homelands are Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. My connection to the Nimipuu is through the Wak Waks and Allens on my Dad’s side. My I’ice (Stepmom) and her side, including her mom (my Grandma) are another connection to our homelands. My I’ice has shown me how to sew and craft. While my Grandma has shown me places to go berry picking and root digging. My family teaches us to protect and use our resources by having us learn how to cook and prepare our fish, animals and plants. I was taught to not disrespectfully pull out plants, to not act ugly to our animals or fish because they gave their lives to us. They are here to give life and we need to honor them. How our homelands make me feel is tremendous because of my family, friends and my community. They make me feel like I belong here on the homeland of my ancestors.

Culture Camp week 2 students playing Hoop and Arrow game. (Photo courtesy of Joyce McFarland.)

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YOUTH

10 Nez Perce Youth Attend UNITY Conference in Dallas, Texas

2021 UNITY Students . (Photo courtesy of Abe Broncheau.)

Ten Nez Perce youth attended the United National Indian Tribal Youth Conference (UNITY) in Dallas, Texas July 2-6, 2021. The youth who attended UNITY are active members of Native America Hear Our Voices Arise (NAHOVA) suicide prevention and substance abuse prevention youth board. They fundraised and participated in several ZOOM meetings during the

pandemic and created much of the social media information distributed early in 2021. UNITY’s mission is to foster the spiritual, mental, physical, and social development of American Indian and Alaska Native youth, and to help build a strong, unified, and self-reliant Native America through greater youth involvement. UNITY conducts their national youth leadership

conference each year with the number of participants ranging from 2,000 – 2,300. “One thing I learned was how to start difficult conversations,” said Remy Reeder. What he liked most was the LGBTQ session and meeting new people. “I liked Chance Rush, he was a good speaker,” said Ayanna Oatman. “I also learned how to start difficult conversations.” “I learned about other tribes,” said Markus Ellenwood. Markus took healthy risks, he is usually very shy, and learned how to meet new people. His favorite part of UNITY was the UNITY fire. “I liked the whole vibe of the conference, very upbeat and positive, especially embracing one’s culture,” said Graciela Broncheau. “I took a lot of healthy risks including doing the modeling audition for Red Berry Woman, I was really nervous about that.” Graciela’s favorite part of the conference was Chance Rush and Emcee One, she

also enjoyed the teen dance. “I really learned how diverse the Native American population is; how we are completely different but the same, just depends on where you come from,” said Preston Amerman. “I loved the drumming lessons at the UNITY fire.” “I realized that when we go to these conferences we show up with some knowledge but end up leaving with a bunch of knowledge about Native Americans, programs out there to help us, and other things that we can use to help our own people,” said Keasha Henry. “I really liked the speakers, I felt that when they were talking they changed the way we looked at things and really impacted people.” “I liked the ribbon skirt and shirt day, it was really cool to see everyone being proud of being Native,” said Sayaqic Broncheau. “I learned it takes a long time to light a fire in a downpour. When they were lighting the fire to begin the conference, it started raining really hard. We all got soaked.”

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11th Annual Youth Cultural Enrichment Academy The 11th Annual Youth Cultural Enrichment Academy (YCEA) was held on July 26, 2021. Eleven students wrapped up academy with discussions on their summer projects in presentation format. They wore their traditional attire, spoke titooqatimki, and had no hesitations to sing and dance. It made the afternoon very special for the staff and cultural knowledge keepers who assisted in teaching this summer. The YCEA is co-hosted by the Northwest Indian College and the Nez Perce Tribe. This year was different due to an unconventional and constant adjusting schedule from the pandemic and forest fires, YCEA staff were flexible and extra cautious. Ultimately, with the help of several partners and a committed staff, the summer ran rather smooth. The program lasted for the duration of five weeks and took place at various areas in and around the Nez Perce Reservation. The participants were incoming 9th-12th graders who learned about traditional values, such as Nez Perce language, history, hunting, fishing, gathering, crafts, and more. This year there was an emphasis on our surrounding National Forests, which included out in the field pro-

2021 YCEA Students . (Photo courtesy of Angela Picard.)

jects focused on fish, animal, and plant habitat restoration. The National Forest Foundation was a major contributor to the YCEA 2021 and with their support came great collaborative work with the Nez Perce Tribe Forestry, Watershed and Fisheries Departments. The Nez Perce Career Center (formally Nez Perce Tribe Adult Education Program) also worked alongside YCEA in providing the participants with various career explorations in the science and forestry fields. YCEA was also funded by Nez Perce Tribe Local Education Fund, Career Center, and Northwest Indian College. Each day consisted of

guest speakers, hands on activities, snacks and lunch. Out in the field training included trips to Grangeville, Slate Creek, Sweetwater, Pilot Knob, Orofino, Musselshell, Masons Butte, and Dixie, Idaho. They worked on habitat restoration projects such tree planting, building beaver dam analogs, and nature trail upkeep. Students also heard oral traditions and spiritual knowledge from elders. The days usually ended with a dip in the river at Pine Bar, King’s Bluff, and Three Rivers. At the end of each day, or the night of each trip, the youth would write in their daily journals about all they learned that day. After their work was done,

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they would receive a weekly stipend and then a final incentive for completing the program. Angela Picard, director of YCEA, had a staff of three interns; Lucy Bohnee (Nez Perce Tribe), Lillian Wahpat (Northwest Indian College), and Santia Arthur (Northwest Indian College) as well as a Covid-19 Custodian & Sanitation Worker Tawiya Williams (Northwest Indian College). The staff worked diligently throughout the summer to help provide the youth with fun, fulfilling, yet clean and safe activities. Summer guest speakers and cultural knowledge keepers also played a very important role in teaching the youth about the sacred areas that were visited and cultural practices that would take place from time immemorial. The Idaho Forest Group and Switzer Engineering Laboratories also gave the youth a presentation and tour of their facilities and possible career opportunities. A big thanks goes out to guest speakers: Allen “Hodge” Slickpoo, Jr., Andre Picard, Jr., Leslie Moses, Angel Sobotta, Gary Greene, Marcia Carter, Kay Seven, Nez Perce Historical Park, Rue Hoover, Ashton Picard, Justin Peterson, Doug Jackson, Abe Yearout, Ira Ellenwood, and Christine Bradbury.

COMMUNITY

24th Annual PACE Camp

Perce Tribe’s Emergency Response Team gave us the ok to have the camp, and we were able to collaborate services with the Lapwai School District, Lewis-Clark State College and Nimiipuu’neewit to secure funding for the camp. Despite the short notice, we were able to recruit nineteen (19) PACE students, four (4) PACE counselors (2 college students and 2 high school students) and one (1) teacher that took on the responsibility to be the math & science teacher. The college counselors were 2021 P.A.C.E. Students. (Photo courtesy of Solo Greene.) Sequoia Wheeler (Multnomah The 24th Annual “Pre- sure if NPTEC or the Nez Perce University) and Kelani Smith paring for Academic Excel- Tribe’s Emergency Response (Lewis-Clark State College) lence” (PACE) two-week math Team was going to allow us to and the high school counse& science camp was a huge have the camp, and with the lors were Sayq’is Greene (Lapsuccess, especially not know- drastically reduced amount wai High School) and Kahlees ing if the camp was going to of funding for the camp, we Young (Lapwai High School). get approved or not. With a few weren’t sure if we were go- The math & science teacher more positive cases of Covid-19 ing to be able to pull it off. was Jennifer Heitman from identified in June, it was un- Thankfully, the Nez the Kamiah School District. We had six (6) schools repreCamp and Individual Awards at PACE sented (Lapwai Middle/High School, Sacajawea Junior High Individual Awards: (Lewiston), Kamiah Middle School, Moscow Middle School, Group: N.W.A. (Natives With Attitude) Counselor: Kelani Smith Clearwater Valley Jr/Sr High * Handwriting Hero - Michelle Cootes School and Owyhee School * Confident Kid - Ricky George Smith * Fun Philosopher - Matthew Oatman District (Nevada), and we had * Wise and Witty - Cora McCormack four different tribes (Nez Perce, Yakama, Shoshone-Bannock Group: Happy Indians Counselor: Kahlees Young and Dineh) represented. * The Biggest Participant - Kodi Greene We had presenters from * Most Quietest - Timuni Moses sixteen (16) different organi * Mr. Know-It-All - Logan Halstead zations, programs or agencies. * Ms. Airhead - Charlize Cootes The presenters were from NPT Environmental Restoration & Group: Indian Snacks Counselor: Sayq’is Greene Waste Management Program * The Most Caring - Vincent Kipp (Solo Greene & Antonio Smith), * Most Outgoing - Madden Bisbee

* Most Energetic - Tevante (Snacks) Greene * Smarty Pants - Sebastian Nunez

NPT Forestry & Fire Management (Kip Kemak, Selina Miles, Riston Bullock and Lance Baptiste), NPT Air Quality (Johna Boulafentis and Mary Fauci), NPT Wildlife Program (David Moen), NPT Water Resources: Climate Change (Thomas TallBull and Stefanie Krantz), Nez Perce County Gun Range, NiMiiPuu Community Development Fund (Jonelle Yearout, George Moody, Sidryn Sam, Lauren Arthur, William Allen and Jennifer Arthur), Nimiipuu’neewit (Ciarra Greene), Nez Perce Tourism (Ciarra Greene), Northwest Indian College (Ciarra Greene), Nez Perce National Historical Park (Carly Stein), Lewis-Clark State College (Bob Sobotta, Bill Hayne and Tiffany Pilon), NPT University of Idaho Extension Program (Danielle Scott), AmeriCorps (Sarah Parker), AVISTA Utilities (Steven M. Aubuchon) and Dworshak Dam Visitor Center. Solo Greene, the PACE Coordinator, was thankful the PACE participants signed up, for all the presenters, the teacher, counselors and the different agencies and programs willing to step-up to make the 24th Annual PACE Camp possible. Solo went on to say, “I had my doubts. I wasn’t sure we were going to pull it off, but I have to thank Antonio Smith, Ciarra Greene, Maggie Picard, David Aiken and NPTEC/NPT Emergency Response Team (Kim Hartwig) for giving us this opportunity and supporting us.”

Group: All-Nations Counselor: Sequoia Wheeler * Most Valuable - DeRon Wheeler * Mr. Hustle - Divarius Bisbee * Medallion Player - Emma Paddlety * All -Star - Seth Whitman PACE Awards: PACE Outstanding Award: ($25 Gift Card Sponsored by Jarvis Weaskus) - Emma Paddlety - DaRon Wheeler - Cora McCormack - Kodi Greene - Logan Halstead - Sebastian Nunez - Charlize Cootes - Michelle Cootes Mr. PACE Award 2021: DaRon Wheeler ($50 Gift Card) Ms. PACE Award 2021: Cora McCormack ($50 Gift Card)

2021 P.A.C.E students and chaperones . (Photo courtesy of Solo Greene.)

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ERWM Air Quality Internship Reflection & Wildfire Smoke Resources By Victoria “Tori” Konen

For nine weeks this summer, I served as an Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals (ITEP) Intern working with the Nez Perce Tribe Environmental Restoration Waste Management (ERWM) Air Quality Program. I learned about air quality indoor and outdoor, health, public speaking, youth and adult education, Nimiipuu culture, various organizations, and regional networking. The purpose of my position was to increase environmental awareness through culturally relevant science outreach to youth and adults on the Nez Perce Reservation. Being in a smaller community, it is easy to share information, but personally I did not know the exact duties of the Air Quality Program. I believe it is important to be a lifelong learner and open to new opportunities. I spent the first four weeks researching about the Air Quality Program and Nez Perce history. This was a chance to view past projects and revisit the rich history and stories of the Nimiipuu. I was given the privilege of attending a virtual conference, the National Tribal Forum on Air Quality, hosted by the Muscogee Creek Nation. I learned how they used their natural resources and what air quality means to them. I watched presenters from various Tribal backgrounds. It was amazing to see the personal network they have in the air quality profession. Another opportunity I had with people outside our community was interviewing two professionals from the Colville and Tulalip Tribes. I learned about their community outreach efforts with air quality and wildfire smoke. I had great conversations learning what is similar and different among our Program. Hearing Native people’s motivation to improve the environment, cultural practices, and educational outreach for

the past, present, and future generations is inspiring. A big takeaway from this internship is taking the information I have learned and applying it to my own family life. It started when I set up air monitoring equipment around my home. I utilized the PurpleAir sensors, Wynd Halo, and Wynd Tracker for indoor and outdoor monitoring. These low-cost sensors are becoming more popular because they are small, mobile, and provide real time data. They are low cost about $80-$200, compared to permanent sites that cost into the $20,000s. I would check the PurpleAir Map and Fire and Smoke Map (fre.airnow.gov) websites and analyze a week of Particulate Matter 2.5 (PM2.5) data. Particulate Matter is microscopic particles of solid or liquid matter suspended in the air. I noticed the air quality would go up when the air conditioning kicked on or at times when meals were prepared. It is a real eye opener to monitor your everyday habits and how it can affect family members with brief exposure to PM2.5. The air monitoring sensors became essential as the wildfire season began. The Fire and Smoke Map is an amazing tool that gives a visual indicator of fires, smoke plumes, and

air quality. Other important factors dealing with wildfire smoke is safety precautions of being aware of health, air cleaners, and N95 respirators. I have young children and I am more aware of how smoke exposure can affect their developing lungs. For clean air I made a box filer fan. It requires a 20x20 box fan, 20x20x1 Merv 13 filter, and duct tape. This is another low-cost tool but having an air cleaner would be the best recommendation. My husband works outside, so I bought him an N95 respirator mask. When fitted and worn correctly, the N95 mask filters out 95% of particles larger than 0.3 microns, so it helps keep out PM2.5 that wildfire smoke contains. With all the information I discovered about wildfire smoke, I was able to translate that into a lesson for youth and adults. The lesson included a Coyote and Buffalo Bull Nimiipuu story, information about air quality and wildfire smoke, and a windsock activity. I presented to the Peck, Lapwai, and Craigmont Libraries, and the Boys & Girls Club of the Nez Perce Tribe youth and teens. I was very nervous presenting because I am not an expert of air quality, but the more I presented, the more I became comfortable.

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Every visit I had the children were welcoming and had great questions. The windsock activity related to the Prairie River Library Summer Reading Program “Tails and Tales” theme. I explained to the kids that windsocks are a measuring tool for wind speed and direction. Knowing that information helps air quality professionals and people in general know how fast the smoke will travel and which direction. The Air Quality Index (AQI) is another tool that communicates air pollution levels.. It tells you how clean or unhealthy your air is, and what associated health effects might be a concern. I worked with the Nez Perce Language Program staff and elders to make an Nimiipuutimt AQI version. This was a fun project learning the words and creating an infographic. Although my internship has come to an end, I gained knowledge and relationships that I will cherish for a lifetime. I was able to utilize my skills and cultural ties to enhance my internship experience. I recommend anyone in the community to reach out to the Air Quality Program to learn or ask questions. I would also recommend community members who are in their undergraduate years, to take advantage of this internship through ITEP.

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Public Use Restrictions reduced to Phase B on the Umatilla and Wallowa-Whitman National Forests

PENDLETON and BAKER CITY, Ore. (August 26, 2021) – Umatilla and Wallowa-Whitman National Forest officials will reduce Public Use restrictions to Phase B at 12:01 a.m. Pacific Time on Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021. Phase B allows the use of campfires only in designated sites and areas. Restrictions pertaining to the use of chainsaws, internal combustion engines, generators and smoking remain in effect. Campfires will ONLY be allowed in designated campfire rings within developed campgrounds and recreation sites, or within the boundaries of the Eagle Cap Wilderness subject to the guidelines on the back of the Wilderness permit. (A list of designated recreation sites is available at www.fs.usda.gov/ umatilla and www.fs.usda.gov/ wallowa-whitman.) Liquefied or bottled gas stoves and heaters are allowed for cooking and heating, as are wood-burning stoves that meet the following specifications: equipped with a chimney at least 5-feet in length and a

spark-arresting screen consisting of ¼- inch mesh hardware cloth, and all flammable vegetation within a 3-foot radius is cleared, including overhanging material. Generators will only be allowed in the center of an area at least 10 feet in diameter that is cleared of all flammable material, or when fully contained within a pickup truck bed that is devoid of all flammable material, or when factory installed in a recreational vehicle and the generator exhaust discharge is located in the center of an area at least 10 feet in diameter that is cleared of all flammable material. Smoking is only allowed within enclosed vehicles, buildings, and developed recreation sites, or when stopped in an area cleared of all flammable material. As a reminder, under Phase B Public Use Restrictions the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest prohibits the possession or use of any motor vehicle off National Forest System roads, except when parking in an area devoid of vegetation within 10 feet

of the roadway. On the Umatilla National Forest, travel restrictions prohibit motor vehicles traveling off designated Forest roads and trails, except for the purposes of going to or from campsites located within 300 feet of an open road. Motorized travel on segments of road where access is blocked by gate, barricade, log, boulder, or earthen berm is also prohibited. Vehicles must still abide by all laws and regulations pertaining to the area of travel. With the exception of motor vehicles, operating an internal combustion engine, such as a chainsaw, is prohibited without a valid permit. Commercial and personal use firewood permits are regulated by the conditions of the permit and separate from restrictions under this Public Use Restriction. Regulated closures may be in effect on State and private lands protected by the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) in northeast and central Oregon. Please check with your local Oregon Department of Forestry

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Chuck Sams’ Nomination to Lead the National Park Service is a Source of Pride for Umatilla Tribes.

Leaders of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation are happy and hopeful to see one of their own tribal members making history this week. Charles “Chuck” F. Sams III, Cayuse, Walla Walla, Cocopah and Yankton descent, has been nominated by President Joe Biden to serve as Director of the National Park Service. If confirmed by the U.S. Senate, Sams would be the first American Indian to serve in this role as National Parks Director. Kat Brigham, Chair, CTUIR Board of Trustees, in an email statement, called Sams’ nomination and expected Congressional approval, a “historical moment for America and a monumental milestone for Tribal people throughout Indian Country. “The CTUIR is proud to see one of our own tribal members, Mr. Charles “Chuck” Sams, recognized for the tremendous experience, knowledge, principles and dedication to conservation that he has demonstrated throughout his career of service to all Tribes and people of the Pacific Northwest, as well as the country … We applaud Mr. Sams on his nomination and are optimistic to see his leadership continuing to conserve and protect the precious resources within the National Park Service,” she wrote. “Mr. Sams is aware of how important it is to take care of the land for today and future generations.” Antone Minthorn, former Chair of the CTUIR Board of Trustees, said Sams is the “right person, on the cutting edge” of conservation efforts throughout Indian Country. “It’s significant. It’s timely,” said Minthorn, a Nez Perce language speaker for the CTUIR Education Department. “I think Chuck really comes from a place where there’s been a lot of activity with the Tribes growth. He knows the importance of our treaty rights and has been in-

Chuck Sams teaching Whitman College students in 2018 about the Treaty of 1855 and CTUIR history. (Photo courtesy of Whitman College/Underscore.news)

strumental in our efforts to restore water, restore salmon, and build our economy. I think he is the right person, but he needs to remember where he came from – the CTUIR.” Dave Tovey, former CTUIR Executive Director who now runs the Tribes’ Nixyaawii Community Financial Services, has worked with Sams for several years. “This is a massive achievement for Chuck,” said Tovey. “He’s spent a lifetime preparing for something this big in all aspects of his life. Proud to call him friend and trusted colleague.” If approved, Sams will run an agency that has a staff of some 20,000 serving in 63 national parks, including Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon, and Yosemite, as well as Crater Lake, the only national park in Oregon. The National Park Service also manages 423 national monuments and other historic sites. Bobbie Conner, director of the Tamastslikt Cultural Institute, the museum and archive repository for CTUIR, said Sams will be a good keeper of America’s parks. “Our tribal culture teaches us to take care of the earth, the water, and all the plants and animals who are our relatives,” Conner

said. “Chuck is well grounded in these teachings and is an excellent choice to serve as top steward for the Nation’s protected natural places.” Sams, who held numerous positions with CTUIR, has worked in state and tribal government and nonprofit natural resource and conservation management for more than 25 years.

Sams currently serves on the boards of the Oregon Cultural Trust and Gray Family Foundation. He and his wife, Lori Sams, live in Pendleton, Oregon. Sams has four children. While his former colleagues were effusive in their praise, Sams himself won’t comment on the nomination until the official appointment is made.

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AWARENESS Public Threat Crisis

“Mexican Oxy, Blue Mexis, Blues, Blueberry,” these are the names that describe an illegal drug that is a serious and growing threat to the health and safety of the people of the Nez Perce Reservation. The Nez Perce Tribal Police Department has seen a dramatic increase of fentanyl overdoses. Increasingly, Nez Perce Tribe Police Officers are required to administer multiple doses of Narcan to revive individuals that have overdosed on these pills. These pills are manufactured by Mexican Cartels and transported into the United States. They are pressed pills with markings designed to mimic those of the legitimate prescription oxycodone hydrochloride 30 mg tablets, but instead of containing oxycodone hydrochloride these pills contain fentanyl. What is Fentanyl? Fentanyl is an opioid that is 100 times stronger than morphine and has a legitimate medical use. Fentanyl was developed to treat severe pain such as in the case of cancer and to relieve extreme pain for opioid tolerant individuals. Unfortunately, the Mexican Cartels discovered that fentanyl has a rapid onset, is extremely addictive, use results in a short very intense high and its users develop a tolerance and require more and more to satisfy their addiction.

At a street value of $20.00 per pill this means millions of dollars for the Mexican Cartels. These pills are manufactured in clandestine laboratories with absolutely no quality control. This means that each pill contains varying amounts of fentanyl ranging from none to a lethal dose. A lethal dose of fentanyl is generally considered to be 2 milligrams. Laboratory analysis of seized Mexican Oxy pills indicate that the pills range in Fentanyl concentration from .02 milligrams to 5.1 milligrams. It was also discovered that 26% of the pills analyzed contained a lethal dose of fentanyl. This means that users have an approximate 1 in 4 chance of ingesting a lethal dose of fentanyl. Using these pills is like playing Russian Roulette. (See

photograph of the glass vials one containing a lethal amount of heroin and the other a lethal amount of fentanyl.) These pills are used in several ways. They can be swallowed, snorted, injected or smoked. The Nez Perce Tribe Police Criminal Investigation Division has discovered that smoking these pills is a growing and popular method of use. Smoking the pills results in a very rapid onset of effects, which encourages continued use and increases the risk of addiction. Detectives have spoken with users that have used (smoked) up to 20 pills per day. Most users that smoke the pills place a pill on a piece of aluminum foil and heat the underside of the foil causing the pill to melt. The users will

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utilize a barrel of a pen or a straw or other small cylindrical tube, typically referred to as a “tooter”, to inhale the smoke. The burning of the pill leaves a black trail on the foil. Some users will crush the pills into a fine powder to either smoke, snort or dissolve for injecting. If you find a crushed, light blue powder folded into a paper bindle, in a small container or plastic baggie do not touch it, attempt to smell it, or cause the powder to go air born. The fentanyl powder can enter the body through the mucous membranes of the nose, mouth or eyes and cause an opiate overdose. Leave the suspected drug in place and call the Nez Perce Tribe Police. Fentanyl overdose is treated with Naloxon/Narcan which reverses an opioid overdose for a short period of time. Once Narcan is administered, the individual should always be seen at the hospital because the effect of Narcan is short and depending on the amount of fentanyl or opioid in their system the person can slip back into unresponsiveness. If you would like more information or have questions, please feel free to contact The Nez Perce Tribe Police Department Criminal Investigation Division. (208) 6213653 or (208) 621-3619.

AWARENESS Teenagers and Young Adults Overdosing on Counterfeit Fentanyl The Crisis Among Us: A serious health crisis is currently invading the Nez Perce Reservation and across the United States. Over the past 10 years, the overdose rate has increased. According to data in 2019, every 8 minutes someone dies (170 American’s daily) from an Opioid overdose. Recently, there has been a surge in synthetic (man-made) opioids such as fentanyl (FENT-uh-nul) being illegally imported from Mexico. The illegal version of fentanyl is a major contributor to the current overdose crisis. According to the DEA, fentanyl is a dangerous synthetic opioid drug approximately 100 times more potent than morphine and 50 times more potent than heroin. The size of a grain of salt can cause a deadly overdose. Along with the increase of usage of these synthetic drugs, heroin use has increased as well. It is reported that children as young as 10 years old have tried heroin on the Nez Perce Reservation. What to Look For: Some signs you may see in relation to fentanyl use are burned tinfoil, silverware, lighters, matches, hollow pens with no ends, needles, empty pill bottles, fentanyl patches that have been discarded and burned, powdery substance on furniture, or black residue on fingertips and on clothes. Below is an example of paraphernalia, prescribed pills, and counterfeit pills. Signs of Being Under the Influence: Do you know the signs of your loved one being under the influence? It is easy to overlook the signs that are right in front of us. Signs of being under the influence of Opioids can last 4-6 hours in the blood stream. • Constricted pupils/Non-reactive to light • Unusual sleepiness or lethargy (droopy eyelid) • Raspy voice and clearing the throat often • Dehydration (drinking more water than usual) • Rubbing of face or nose • Constipation • May have nausea, stomach cramps, shaking, sweating (if in withdrawal)

Signs of Opioid Overdose (This is a medical emergency and 911 must be called) • Slow/Shallow breathing (less than 10 breath per minute = 1 breath every 6 seconds) or no breathing • Blue/Grayish fingernails, lips, or skin. • Slow or erratic heartbeat (60 BPM) Or stopped completely • Constricted Pupils Drug Use and the Adolescent Brain: Drug use at a young age results in significant and long-lasting impacts on the developing brain and body. Youth are at risk to experience disproportionate harm due to the stage of development in their brain. Because of this, youth are much more likely to engage in risky and impulsive behavior. Further, this growth difference limits teens’ ability to accurately assess the risk of substance use as well as their ability to resist peer pressure. Due to the brain not completely developing until about age 25, a youth who uses substances is at an increased risk of the following: • Delinquency • Academic underachievement • Teenage pregnancy • Sexually transmitted diseases • Multiple sexual partners without using protection • Violence or injury including physical and sexual assault • Mental Health problems including suicide attempt or ideation Risk Factors: Biological and Environmental factors increase the likelihood for youth to engage in problematic substance use. Genetics and the stage of development as well as chaotic home environments, lack of parental support and the availability of substances in the community and among peers increase this risk. The age of use is decreasing and when talking to youth on the Nez Perce Reservation, it’s reported that our youth are experimenting as young as 9 years old. The earlier they begin using increases the likelihood of an addiction, as well

as the way they administer the substance. Smoking and injecting increases the speed and intensity of how it enters the brain and increases the risk of dependence on the substance. Protective Factors: Protective factors safeguard the negative impacts of substance use or prevent an undesirable outcome. Protective factors include • Individual – Lifelong aspirations, personal wellness, self-efficacy, and positive coping skills • Family/Relationships – Stable adult support (parent, grandparents, or other family/ community member) • Community – Positive engagement (Sports, organized group activities, spiritual, culture connectedness and involvement) What You Can Do to Prevent Underage Substance Use in Your Tribal Community: • Engage your children in frequent conversations and use active listening skills • Teach them refusal skills when pressured by peers • Establish rules and clear boundaries • Acknowledge what they are doing “right” • Let them know it is not about “right” or “wrong” but “not now” • Recognize the impact of generational trauma

• Engage them with positive role models Reach Out for Help: If you or a loved one needs help, please reach out. We are here to assist your family. Our office hours are 8:00-4:30 Monday-Friday and have walk in crisis service available during these hours. If you need help after hours, please go to the local emergency room or call 911. It only takes one call to save a life! Nimiipuu Behavioral Health 208-843-7244 National Suicide Hotline 800-273-8255 Idaho Suicide Hotline 208-398-4357 COVID Hotline 1-986-867-1073 (text or call) 1-866-947-5186 Resources: https://teens.drugabuse.gov/ drug-facts/ drug-overdoses-youth http://headsup.scholastic.com/ sites/default/files/NIDA_YR18_ INS2_downloadall_508.pdf https://www.pinalcountyaz.gov/ sheriff/documents/ overdosingoncounterfeitpills containingfentanyl.pdf https://www.cossapresources. org/Content/Documents/ Articles/NCJTC_Preventing_ Underage_Substance_Use_ in_Tribal_Communities.pdf

Drug Overdoses in Youth 2019 Drug Overdoses, Age 15-24

Number of Deaths

Total Overdose Deaths

4777

* Female

1459

* Male

3318

Alcohol

109

Cocaine

850

Heroin and other illicit opioids

3391

Benzodiazepines

727

Prescription Opioids (pain relievers)

672

Synthetic Cannabinoids

Nationwide numbers currently not available

Marijuana

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There are no reports of teens or young adults dying from an overdose of mairjuana alone

ACTIVITIES

Thompson Sisters Represent Nimiipuu at the 2021 Sante Fe Indian Market

Mikailah Thompson was accepted to present her work at the 2021 Santa Fe Indian Market. (Photo from Beadwork by Mikailah.)

Chloe Thompson modeling at the Santa Fe Indian Market Fashion Show for designer Himikalas Pamela Baker. (Photo from Native American Art.)

Nez Perce Language Program Post Cards The Nez Perce Language Program will get 1,000 postcards printed with the intention to donate some to local, tribally-owned businesses, and to distribute to community members.

cemíitx Huckleberry camitxlaq'it'áal Huckleberry ripening season cemitxyéekse I go huckleberry picking

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Beyond this batch of postcards, the Language Program intends to make a template available on the website at www.nimipuutimt. org, for personal printing. The postcards will meet all postal requirements to be mailed as is, as long as they are printed on the correct of paper. Be on the lookout for the huckleberry postcards.

SPORTS 2nd Annual Golf Scramble was a Great Success Nimiipuu Fund, Native CDFI held its 2nd Annual Golf Scramble at the Nez Perce Tribe’s 18-hole championship course at Red Wolf Golf Club. It was a beautiful day with temperate weather, good vibes, and smiles as 88 participants (22 teams) prepared for a day of activities. Our golf scramble helps build partnerships and raise awareness of the Nimiipuu Fund mission by highlighting success stories and bringing awareness to the growing need to build financial independence and our local business ecosystem. Thank you to the Red Wolf Golf Club staff and the generosity from volunteers and sponsors who helped make this year’s event run smoothly. Each year we strive to bring in someone legendary and this year did not disappoint. Professional long driver Troy “Trigger” Teal attended the golf scramble to showcase his talents. Andrea Domebo, employee at the Red Wolf Golf Club, volunteered to have Troy hit a golf ball off her body before giving a demonstration of his amazing golf ball hitting skills. Another highlight for our golfers included a shot at the $10,000 Hole-in-One prize by

Mike Tuell, Jack Yearout and Tony Higheagle Jr.

our sponsor HUB Insurance. A special thank you to our major event Weptes (Eagle) Sponsors Merrill Lynch Larson-Kirkpatrick Group Private Wealth Management, Nez Perce Tribal Enterprises, and Nez Perce Tribe. We were able to raise funds to meet our mission of building a better financial life by advancing individual self-determination and self-sufficiency for

every community member. Our tentative date for the 3rd Annual Nimiipuu Fund Golf Scramble is August 5, 2022. We look forward to your continued support for this event in building our Native CDFI. Golf Scramble Results: Strokers Division 1st Gross – Merrill Lynch Team (58) Jay Kirkpatrick, Tom Thoen, Shannon Wheeler, Paul French

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Lapwai High School Volleyball 2021 Date: Aug 9 Aug 26 Aug 31 Sep 7 Sep 9 Sep 11 Sep 13 Sep 14 Sep 16 Sep 21 Sep 23 Sep 28 Oct 2 Oct 4 Oct 5 Oct 7 Oct 12 Oct Oct 24 Oct 30-31

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Bold (League Games) Head Coach: Sequoia Leighton Assistant Coaches: Joslyn Leighton Athletic Director: William Big Man Principal: Dr. D’Lisa Penney Superintendent: Dr. David Aiken

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1st Net – Little Roots Learning Center (53) Gio Villvicencio, James Simpson, Jim Alfrey, JT Reynolds Hackers Division 1st Gross – Nez Perce Tribal Enterprises Team 2 “USS Enterprise” (63) Shelby Leighton, Melvin Nightpipe, Mitch Wilson, Drew Church 1st Net – Seneca Direct (56) Jesse Leighton, Preston Leighton, Kendall Leighton, Josh Leighton Side Bet Winners: Team KP #3 & #16 Phil Beste, Ron Vig, Jerry Beste, Bob Moomey Team KP #8 Chad B., Justine Miles, Tim McCormack, Larry Baker Team 2nd Shot #10 Kermit Mankiller, Tucker Carlson, Zach Eastman, Nikoli Greene Team 2nd Shot #6 Zeke Domebo, Jamie Olson, Rob SiJohn, Keith Kipp Jr. Team Long Putt #9 Gabe Bohnee, John Wheaton, Ira Ellenwood, Matt Dudley Team Long Putt #18 James Patton, Tsega Feleke, Abe Broncheau, Manuel Coversup

ANNOUNCEMENTS Libraries Signing Up New Patrons

September is not only back-to-school time, it’s also Library Card Sign-Up Month. Marley Dias, author, executive producer and founder of #1000BlackGirlBooks, is taking on a new role as honorary chair of Library Card Sign-Up Month. This September, Dias will join the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide including Prairie River Library District (PRLD) in promoting the power of a library card. Dias is the witty and purpose-driven 16-year-old founder of #1000BlackGirlBooks and author of “Marley Dias Gets It Done: And So Can You!” which is available from Valnet. #1000BlackGirlBooks is an international movement to collect and donate children’s books that feature Black girls as the lead character. Dias launched the #1000BlackGirlBooks drive in November 2015 with the help of Grass-

ROOTS Community Foundation. The goal was to collect 1,000 books by February 2016, and Dias has collected more

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tions of books, movies, magazines and music. Library cards are free to local residents. Bring in a photo ID and a document showing your current physical address to your nearest branch to get instant access. In addition to physical materials, Valnet also offers a digital library featuring over 13,000 ebooks and audiobooks to download for free with the Libby app. Borrow up to five books over Wi-Fi to take anywhere for three weeks. There are titles available for all ages and interests. Prairie River Library District has also added Wi-Fi hot spots and laptops that can be borrowed by adults. Visit prld.org to find your local branch or call the Prairie River Library District’s headquarters in Lapwai at 208-843-7254 for more information. PRLD has locations in Culdesac, Craigmont, Kamiah, Kooskia, Lapwai, Nezperce, Peck and Winchester.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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THANK YOU TO OUR HORSE RIDERS, WRANGLERS, PARENTS AND SPONSORS AT THE WETXUUWÍITIN' EVENT Nez Perce Horse Registry (NPT): 1. Jake Whiteplume 2. A.J. Whiteplume 3. J.J. Meninick 4. Temi Meninick 5. Nani Meninick 6. Candice Whiteplume 7. Tyra Greene 8. Lynn Pinkham Chief Joseph Foundation: Chief Joseph Foundation Royalty Court Queen Mya Dammon Marsh Princess Benae Wright Princess Alicia Reuben Other Riders: 1. Nakia Williamson-Cloud 2. Nakia Cloud Presbytery of the Inland Northwest

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OBITUARIES Isaiah Christopher Webb, 25, Lapwai, ID

Isaiah Christopher Webb, Nez Perce Tribal member, age 25, our beloved son, brother, nephew and friend, left us Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021. Isaiah was born May 7, 1996, “Chris’ miracle baby,” in Lewiston to Christopher Lee Webb and Vanessa Lea Henry. Isaiah attended Lapwai Elementary and graduated from Lapwai High School in 2014. Isaiah will be remembered for his musical talents, smart wit and infectious smile. He had such a compassionate spirit and kind, loving heart. He took pride in being a good son, brother, uncle, grandson, cousin, friend, co-worker and godfather. He loved spending time jamming and playing video games with his friends. He

loved playing pool at PK’s and placed second with his father, Chris, in the Valley Pool League. Isaiah would greet you with a smile, hug and was never afraid to give you a kiss and tell you how much he loved you. He enjoyed wrestling with his nephews and spending time with his goddaughter, friends and family. Isaiah played the guitar, drums and keyboard and taught himself how to play music with the help of his sister Tara, dad Chris and little brother Elijah. He was a twotime champion for winning in the video game tournament at the Clearwater River Casino playing Mortal Combat. In his earlier days, he enjoyed skateboarding, hacky sack, dancing, going to concerts (especially rock ’n’ roll), camping and playing ’50s and ’60s music for his papa Muggs. He loved playing music for his father, siblings, nephews, and Mike Bisbee and Gene Bear Lawyer. He was intelligent and could name and provide you history on musicians, movies and trivia. Isaiah’s first job was with the Nez Perce Tribe Fire

Nimiipuu Health Lapwai will be closed for patient care September 1, 2021 to transition the Pharmacy Department into the modular building for the expansion. The pharmacy remodel will take approximately 7 months. • Pickup process for prescriptions will change starting in September: o Park in designated spots on the east side of the parking lot o Signs posted on each parking spot will list 2 phone numbers to call (208) 791-6775 or (208) 790-1841 o The Pharmacy Runner will ask for your name and birthdate Please call in your refills IN ADVANCE before coming to the clinic. Please call 7 days in advance for your refills, especially if you do not have any refills left. If a pharmacist must send a refill request to a provider, please allow 48 hours for the provider to review your chart and authorize refills. If an appointment is made with no refills left, the pharmacy can fill your meds up to the appointment date. If you are started on a new medication, or have a complicated dose change, a pharmacist will talk with you in the counseling room located in the modular, which is handicap accessible. The remodel is going to be challenging for everyone. Please remain patient with us. Our top priority is your safety. Please allow us the time to make sure your prescriptions are correct. Pharmacy has missed speaking with you in person about your medications during COVID-19. We look forward to seeing you again!

Management on camp crew (thank you, Sandy Holt). He then worked for Western Forest Systems, which he enjoyed. His current job was working for the Nez Perce Forestry as a technician and he was training to be a supervisor. Isaiah is survived by his father, Christopher Webb, of Lapwai; his mother, Vanessa Henry, of Lewiston; sister Tara Spearson (William Enick), of Lapwai; brother Elijah Webb (Ashley Beale), of Lewiston; maternal grandmother Hazel Erickson, of Fort Klamath, Ore.; paternal grandmothers Mary Jane Miles and Connie “Muzz” Watters, both of Lapwai; paternal grandfather Charlie “Chazz Webb,” of Pendleton, Ore.; grandpa Kevin “Kub” Ellenwood (Susie), of Lapwai; aunts Yvonne (Al) Webb and Marge McCormack, both of Lapwai; uncles Paul Monteith, of Fort Klamath, Ore., Aaron Webb, of Lapwai; his nephews, Osias Enick, Abel Enick and Noble Enick, of Lapwai; goddaughter Alania; Tina Bullock and family; “jamming buddies;” and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by grandparents Geraldine “Jeri” Webb, Lottie and Alan Moody, and Arnold “Muggs” Henry; uncle Trevor Monteith; great-grandparents David Miles Sr., Aaron Miles, Beth Miles, William Erickson and Lavina (Barney) Erickson. Isaiah was touched and enriched by many of his family and friends. He will be greatly missed. Isaiah will have a viewing at 4 p.m. today at Malcom’s Brower-Wann Funeral Home. Isaiah will then be driven by his uncle, Dale “T-Bird,” Alan “Mun” and family to the PiNee-Waus in Lapwai, estimated arrival 7 p.m., where we will have a small gathering to celebrate his joy of music. Isaiah’s friends will pay tribute by playing music and sharing stories. He loved to “jam with his boys.” Funeral services to be at the Pi-Nee-Waus at 10 a.m. Saturday, with burial at Jonah Hayes Cemetery and dinner to follow. Malcom’s Brower-Wann Funeral is responsible for funeral arrangements. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, masks are encouraged.

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OBITUARIES

Walter Broncheau Sr., 80, Kamiah, ID

Walter D. Broncheau, Sr. 80 yrs old was surrounded by love when he passed on the evening of July 31, 2021 at his home in Kamiah, Idaho. Walter was born on April 2nd 1941 in Orofino, Idaho to Milton James Broncheau, Sr. & Elizabeth Moody-Broncheau and was one of nineteen children. Walt joined the military at the young age of 17 where he found himself trave-

ling across the U.S. using his gift of creating and playing music. Walt would play whatever instrument was needed in the band. While in California Walt landed a gig with Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin & John Fogerty to name a few. Shortly after Walt spent some time in Walla Walla, Washington where he met and married Cheryle JC Welch on August 5, 1975. They later relocated to Pendleton, Oregon where Walt worked for the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation. Walt was the manager of the Drug and Alcohol Program at their 1st Halfway Home at the end of short mile road. Walt later worked as a Land Field Operator and various BIA Forestry jobs for the Umatilla Tribe. Walt and Cheryle raised their children and created a new foundation for all his children to eventually unite. Walt’s final resting place will be in his homelands of Ahsahka, Idaho. Preceding Walt

in death are his parents, siblings Eugene L. Broncheau, William A. Broncheau, Milton J. Broncheau, Jr., Donald M. Broncheau, Sr., James B. Broncheau, Richard R. Broncheau, Kenneth Broncheau, Verle Broncheau, Janice Broncheau-Sundayman, Eula J. Broncheau-Plummer, Eleanor E. Broncheau-Marks, Bessie C. Broncheau, Virginia Broncheau, and one set of twins. Walt was also preceded by three sons Walter D. Broncheau, Jr., Dale Sijohn and Jason Broncheau, and his Great Granddaughter Nyasia Thompkins. Walter is survived his wife Cheryle Broncheau of Pendleton, Oregon, his two sisters Dorothy BroncheauHudson of Peck, Idaho and Susan Broncheau of Orofino, Idaho, son’s William Broncheau (Loretha) of New Town North Dakota, Roy Broncheau of Red Lake, Minnesota, Tim Allen of Plummer Idaho, daughters Danielle Broncheau of Pendleton, Oregon, Brenda Wardy

As we begin working on the special Veterans Day edition of the Nimiipuu Tribal Tribune, we are seeking your assistance to ensure veterans are listed with their accurate information and images.

Please provide content to the Nez Perce Tribe Veterans Program by October 28th, 2019. Qe’ciyéw’yew

Contact: Mar y S. Taylor

Nez Perce Tribe Veterans Program 208-621-4738 mtaylor@nezperce.org

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of Miami, Oklahoma, Tamara Allen-Tomaskin of Plummer, Idaho and Stacy Broncheau of Warm Springs, Oregon. A Memorial service was held on August 4th at 6 pm at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel in Orofino, Idaho and Funeral service was held August 5th at Northfork Presbyterian Church in Ahsahka, Idaho at 10 a.m. The Family would like to thank CTUIR, Northfork Presbyterian Church, 1st Church of Kamiah, 2nd Church of Kamiah, Stites Church, Meadow Creek Church, Spaulding Church, Tutuilla Presbyterian Church Pendleton, Oregon, Marilyn Bowen, the Holt Family, Jeff Guillory, Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Reservation, the Nez Perce Tribe, Steve & Alexis Coomer Family, Wheeler Family, Red Lake Nation, Lightning Creek Drum, Mary Jane Miles, Combined Choir, Debbie Simler, Land Services, Nimiipuu Health and all who knew and loved Walt he will be dearly missed.

CERTIFIED INDIAN BUSINESSES

Nez Perce Tribe Certified Indian Business List (as of 8/5/2021)

1. Boss Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC Owner: Oscar Guzman Jr. Enrollment: Nez Perce Tribe 3538 Hatwai Rd. Lewiston, ID 83501 Phone: 208-743-9484 Fax: 208-743-9629 Email: oscar@bossheatingandac.com CIB No.: 317 Certification Date: 05/12/21 – 05/12//24 Service & Installation of heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment. 2. D-Flagging & Traffic Control LLC Owner: Diana L. Warden Enrollment: Nez Perce 3344 Hwy 12 W. Tr.B Kamiah, ID 83536 Phone: 208-451-4915 Fax: 208-935-1301 Email: dianalwarden@msn.com CIB No.: 340 Certification Date: 05/19 – 05/22 Subcontracting: Construction Traffic Control Services, Signing and Labor. 3. D-3 Native Wood Works, LLC Owner: Bradley C. Dreadfulwater Enrollment: Cherokee 624 Washington Av. Grangeville, ID 83530 Phone: 509-547-0349 Fax: N/A Email: braddr@hotmail.com CIB No: 361 Certification Date: 02/03/21 - 02/03/24 Tree Planting, Herbicide Application, Seedling Protection, Machine Mastication, Tree Thinning Pruning, Fire Line Construction, Deer Repellent Application, Fence Construction, Stream Restoration, Bruch Removal, Small Diameter Logging, Hand Piling, Suppling Fencing Materials, and Forestry Management. 4. Falcon Construction Owner: B. Nicole George Enrollment: Nez Perce 2812 Meadowlark Dr. Lewiston, ID 83501 Phone: 208-791 3882 / 208-843-2341 Fax: 208-746-2035 Email: montie.phillips@yahoo.com CIB No.: 313 Certification Date: 02/20- 02/23 General Construction, Construction Management, Excavation/Infrastructure, New Build, Design Build; Construction All Phases: Remodels, Concrete, Construction Consulting, Doors, Drywall & Sheetrock, Framing, Finish Work, Flooring, HVAC, Inspection, Painting, Roofing, Windows, Cabinets, Countertops, Utilities, Landscape & Design; Hazard Materials Cleanup & Remediation: Mold Abatement, Fire Damage, Water Damage, HazWop Trained Crew; Forestry: Bush Clearing, Thinning; Fencing; Road Construction: Culverts, Road Obliteration; Site Work: Land Restoration & Development, Excavation/Infrastructure; Underground water/sewer, Proved/Broker Material for all Projects; Equipment & Tool Rentals for all construction needs at competitive prices. 5. Hipeexnu kii U Nuun Wisiix, Inc. Owner: Bessie Walker Enrollment: Nez Perce P.O. Box 415, 128 Joseph St., N. Lapwai, ID 83540 Phone: 208-816-6552 Fax: NA Email: www.hipeexnu.org CIB: 370 Certification: 1/13/21 – 1/13/22

Non-Profit 501 c 3. Mission: To preserve, protect & revitalize the Nez Perce Language & Cultural Arts of Life. Primarily: Nez Perce Community Youth. Currently we volunteer teach in the Little Roots & Tiny Tots learning centers in Lapwai ID also this year will ½ one-on-one teaching for Youth Learners ages 4th grade – 8th grade. 6. Jason Hendren Owner: Jason Hendren Enrollment: Nez Perce 39946 US Highway 95 Spalding, ID 83540 Phone: 208-413-1831 Fax: N/A Email: jasonh@gmail.com CIB No.:368 Certification: 2020 Own my own heavy equipment which I perform excavation, grading, road building and dirt moving. 7. J. Marek Construction Owner: Jared Marek Enrollment: Nez Perce 150 Red Tail Lane Lapwai, ID 83540 Phone: 208-791-9056 Fax: N/A Email: N/A CIB No.: 373 Certification: 05/12/21 -05/12/22 Residential, Commercial, Industrial Construction, Demolition, Masonry, Land Scape, Water Sewer Installation. 8. Kamiakin Systems Integration Owner: Caleb Carter Enrollment: Yakama 1126 14th Av. Lewiston, ID 83501 Phone: 509-494-4474 Fax: NA Email: N/A CIB No: 369 Certification: 11/18/20-11/18/2021 Telecommunications Installation, Low Voltage Cabling, Network Services, Cloud Solutions, Physical Security, IT Security, Systems Management, Solar Panel Installation VOIP Systems, Wireless Network Systems Management, General Construction, Home Renovations etc., Home/ Commercial Inspections. 9. L & R General Contracting Owner: Levi Holt/Randall Fuhs Enrollment: Nez Perce/Turtle Mtn. Chippewa P.O. Box 414 Lapwai, ID 83540 Phone: 208-848-6828/208-790-8948 Fax: None Email: levijholt@gmail.com CIB: 367 Certification Date: 07/19 - 07/22 Partnership which has experience in all phases of Building from Residential, Commercial & Light Industrial Const., combined experience of over 75 years. Vision & Goal as 100% Indian Owned Business is to Grow & Expand to a point of Employing a Work Force of Largely Native Workers. 10. MB Plumbing Owner: Marvin Boyd 928 8th St. Enrollment: Chugach Clarkston, WA 99403 Phone: 509-751-6018 Email: N/A Fax: N/A CIB No: 309 Certification Date: 08/16/18 – 08/16/21 Plumbing Residential & Commercial since 1976: All Phases

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CERTIFIED INDIAN BUSINESSES

11. McFarland Enterprises Owner: Michael D. McFarland Enrollment: Nez Perce 25028 Cottonwood Creek Rd. Culdesac, ID 83524 Phone: 208-843-2353/208-816-2657 Fax: N/A Email: michaelmcfarland566@gmail.com CIB No: 175 Certification Date: 8/20 – 8/23

16. Verge Owner: Lewanne Teasley Enrollment: Nez Perce P.O. Box 1, Lapwai, ID 83540 Phone: 208-790-0022 Fax: N/A Email: onthevergesince1855.com CIB No: 365 Certification Date: 06/01/19 - 06/01/22

Fencing, Reforestation Projects: Vexar Seedling Protection, Tree Planting, Pruning Thinning, Grass Seeding, Trail Construction & Maintenance, Lawn Services etc., Hauling and General Labor.

Expert video Production and videography services to a versatile array of clients. Produce everything from Documentaries, Commercials, to Wedding films and Music videos.

12. Nez Perce Tourism, LLC Owner: Stacia L. Morfin Enrollment: Nez Perce P.O. Box 57 Lapwai, ID 83540 Phone: 208-790-8873 Fax: NA Web Site: nezpercetourism.com CIB No: 364 Certification Date: 11/20 - 11/22

17. White Shield, Inc. Owner: Stuart Frick Enrollment: Three Affiliated Tribes 320 N. 20th Av. Pasco, WA 99301 Phone: 509-547-0100 Email: sfricke@whiteshield.com Fax: 509-547-8292 CIB No: 240 Certification Date: 03/20 – 03/23

Nez Perce Tourism is the warm welcome to Nimiipuu Country where guests will experience a true sense of place with Nimiipuu “The People”. Radiating with cultural wisdom, Nez Perce Tourism is the only place in the world where you will hear our side of history, witness the stories of our ancestor, and receive legendary hospitality founded in our cultural understanding of honor and respect and doing business as Nez Perce Traditions is marketed at Traditions Gift Shop located in the heart of Nimiipuu Country. Address is 800 Main Street, Suite #4, Lewiston, ID 83501.

Topographic, GPS Control, GIS Mapping, CADD, Geophysical Surveys, Machine Control Modeling, 3 D Laser Scanning, Environmental Site Assessments Remedial Investigation, Feasibility Studies, Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental GIS Mapping, Environmental Compliance and Natural Resources, Management Services.

13. Tiny Tots Learning Center Owner: Santee Penney & Bobbi Penney Enrollment: Nez Perce, Shoshone Bannock P.O. Box 158, 357 Agency Rd. Lapwai, ID 83540 Phone: 208-935-8587 Fax: N/A Email: tinytotsLapwai@gmail.com CIB: 372 Certification Date: 5/12/21 – 5/12/22

18. WW Transport LLC. Owner: Walter Williams Enrollment: Nez Perce 1276 West Lake Rd. Ferdinand, ID 83526 Phone: 208-962-5926 Fax: N/A Email: N/A CIB No: 323 Certification Date: 06/16/21 – 06/16/24 Forestry, Mastication, Low Boy Excavation, Dozer, Logging, Road Work, Dump Truck Work, 2 Excavators Little & B16 Pretty much most heavy equipment work.

Tiny Tots Learning Center are situated on the Nez Perce Reservation in Lapwai and Kamiah, ID. We provide a variety of educational experiences and cultural instruction for children ages 0 to 12 years old. Full-time, part-time child care is available and after school transportation and care is provided. Drop-in care availability depends on enrollment. 14. Tribal Headway Construction LLC Owner: Paul L. Oatman Enrollment: Nez Perce 126 Skyline Dr. Kamiah, ID 83536 Phone: 208-935-8959 Web Site/Email: ploatman@tribalheadway constructionllc.net CIB: 371 Certification Date: 1/2021-1/2022 Site Prep, Haul Rock & Water Truck, Excavation & Trenching. 15. Tribal Risk and Insurance Solutions, LLC Owner: Heather S. Ott Enrollment: Hopi 1835 S Extension Road, Mesa, AZ 85210 Phone: 800-274-1379 Fax: 480-730-4929 Web Site: www.trisllc.com CIB No: 348 Certification Date: 11/20 – 11//23 Insurance Services, Property & Casualty, Workers Comp and Employee Benefits

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