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® TRAVELING TIMES Volume 22, Issue 1 • ABTE NI BNE GISES • HALF THE SUMMER MONTH • July 1, 2016 FCPC Hosts 2016 NATOW Conference by Val Niehaus Creek LPGA Classic. He said, “Good Potawatomi Carter Casino Hotel things are happening here in the state (PCCH) hosted this year’s Native of and especially with this American Tourism of Wisconsin (NA- (LPGA) event, which highlights what TOW) conference at its facility June Native Americans are doing. Branding 6-8, 2016. the Native American communities in NATOW is an inter-tribal consor- the state of Wisconsin is extremely tium that was launched as a statewide important. We don’t only want to be initiative in 1994 by the known for our gaming, but also for Inter-Tribal Council (GLITC). The all the other things we are involved mission of NATOW is to promote in. But we need to promote them. We tourism featuring Native American need to brand the Native American heritage and culture. (Cited from communities here in Wisconsin. With natow.org) that, on behalf of the FCP Executive The conference started out on Council, have a good conference and June 6 with a golf tournament held Migwetch!” at McCauslin Brook Golf & Country Next at the podium was David photo by Val Niehaus Club in Lakewood, Wis. Once the Fleming Sr., chairman of NATOW. tournament was done, there was an He spoke about the conference theme, FCP Chairman Harold “Gus” Frank awards reception and networking event which was “Cultural Tourism”, and welcoming NATOW to the FCP Community. at PCCH. emphasized that this includes the The conference began on June 7, power of partnerships, Native arts and photo by Val Niehaus with an opening ceremony by Bobbi digital presence. He then explained a Webster, Oneida Nation public rela- bit about how the conference would tions director. Webster was the spokes- be broken down in the days to come. woman for the entire conference and Fleming said, “I think Native arts and did a fantastic job of keeping things on cultural tourism is one of the greatest schedule and providing information issues we as NATOW can address to about each person who spoke during help our local tribal communities be the conference. more successful. NATOW works a lot Webster started out by giving a bit with tribal governments and other or- of an introduction as to what NA- ganizations to increase tourism, which TOW is and does. From there, she is very important to our tribal com- introduced Forest County Potawatomi munities. We are also starting to reach Chairman Harold “Gus” Frank. out to other organizations that are Frank opened with, “Good morn- helping entrepreneurs such as artists to ing, and on behalf of the FCP Execu- start their businesses and to make their tive Council, we welcome NATOW to mark into something bigger.” our humble beginnings here in Carter, Fleming also stressed that this has Wisconsin.” He continued with a nothing to do with the dollars that David Fleming (Lac Courte Oreilles), Chairman of NATOW, few words about the premier golf come in but more to do with the speaking on behalf of the organization. event that will be hosted by Oneida friendships that start and the sharing Nation next year, the Thornberry of the beauty and culture of tribal peo- ple. He further explained that over the photo by next few days, discussions would take James Netz, place about how to accomplish this for James Netz PAID each tribe that was represented at the

PRSRT STD PRSRT Photography US POSTAGE WAUPACA, WI WAUPACA, PERMIT NO 47 PERMIT conference. Fleming also acknowledged the NATOW board of directors consisting of eleven members from the eleven dif- ferent tribes in Wisconsin, with Brooks Boyd being the representative for the FCP tribe. He closed with, “I want to thank the Forest County Potawatomi for having us here this year!” continued on pg. 16...

Bobbi Webster (Oneida Nation), directing the conference. 2 | Potawatomi Traveling Times • July 1, 2016 Business Elders July 1, 2016 • Potawatomi Traveling Times | 3

Happy July Birthday Elder Menus to These Elders! JULY 2016

7-2 Lawrence Daniels 7-18 Pamela Genett Monday, July 4 Monday, July 18 7-6 Sharon A. Allis 7-19 Rosalind Kendrick No Lunch Chef Salad, Wheat Dinner Roll, 7-10 Daniel Smith 7-19 Dianna Balderas Cottage Cheese, Apple 7-11 Anthony Daniels 7-20 Carol Gorham Tuesday, July 5 7-14 Eunice White 7-22 Eugene White-Fish Chicken Wings, Boiled Parsley Tuesday, July 19 7-17 Frank Shepard Sr. 7-27 Julie Chorak Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts, Hot Turkey Sandwich, Squash, 7-18 Ernest Wensaut 7-31 Victor Smith Sr. Peaches, Blueberry Muffin Green Beans, Cranberry Sauce 7-18 Mary Shepard Wednesday, July 6 Wednesday, July 20 BBQ on Bun, Baked Beans, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Creamy Cucumber Salad, Tossed Salad, Garlic Bread, FCP CARING PLACE Baked Chips, Watermelon Pistachio Torte July 2016 Activities Calendar Thursday, July 7 Thursday, July 21 EVENTS IN THE ACTIVITIES ROOM: Activity room is open daily for activities at Scalloped Potatoes & Ham, Cold Pasta Salad, Assorted the Caring Place. Exercise is every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m. Beets, V8® Juice, Orange Crackers, Cottage Cheese, Fruit Salad SPECIAL EVENTS (RSVP REQUIRED): 6: Shopping; departing at 10 a.m. Friday, July 8 12: Elders Picnic at Crandon City Beach; noon - 2 p.m. Cream of Chicken Wild Rice Friday, July 22 16: Iron River Rodeo; departing at 9 a.m. Soup, Cornbread, Jello® Chicken Dumpling Soup, 22: Rouman Cinema; departure depends on what’s playing w/Mandarin Oranges Cheese Sandwich, V8® Juice, 26: Birthday Bingo Chocolate Chip Cookie Monday, July 11 Chicken Broccoli Alfredo, Monday, July 25 Corn, Yogurt, Raisins Tuna Sandwich, Baked Chips, Carrots & Celery w/Dip, Banana Tuesday, July 12 Message From FCP Veterans Post 1 Indian Taco w/Lettuce, Tuesday, July 26 Tomato, Onion, Shredded Hamburger Gravy, Mashed We consider it an honor and a privilege to be of service to Cheese & Sour Cream, Potatoes, Asparagus, Jello® Cake the Potawatomi community. Membership in FCP Veterans Refried Beans, Pears Post 1 is open to all veterans and spouses of Potawatomi Wednesday, July 27 tribal members. Meetings take place on the first Monday of Wednesday, July 13 BBQ Pork Sandwich, Cole Slaw, each month at 5 p.m. at the old tribal hall located at 8000 Hot Pork Sandwich, Roasted Baby Red Potatoes, Potawatomi Trail in Crandon. Please join us! Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Corn, Orange California Blend Vegetable, Fruit Pizza Thursday, July 28 Baked Chicken, Stuffing, Peas & Thursday, July 14 Carrots, Jello® w/Fruit Fish Sandwich w/Lettuce & Tomato, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Friday, July 29 POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES Peanut Butter Cookie Chili, Fry Bread, Chocolate Cake w/Peanut Butter Frosting, 8000 Potawatomi Trail • PO Box 340 • Crandon, WI 54520 phone: (715) 478-7437 • fax: (715) 478-7438 Friday, July 15 Orange Juice email: [email protected] • website: www.fcpotawatomi.com Cream of Asparagus Soup, Ham Sandwich, Kiwi Slices *Menus subject to change.

FCP EXECUTIVE PTT STAFF COUNCIL Managing Editor: Chairman: WINDA COLLINS Be on the Watch for Elder Financial Exploitation HAROLD “GUS” FRANK Office Manager: The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) spotlights the importance of safeguard- Vice Chairman: MICHELLE SPAUDE ing Wisconsin’s senior population by keeping a watchful eye for signs of elder financial exploitation AL MILHAM and promptly reporting possible abuse to appropriate officials. Elder financial abuse is rising with the Reporter/Photographer: rapid aging of the country’s population, due in part to the amount of wealth seniors have accumulated Secretary: VAL NIEHAUS LORNA SHAWANO Member of the throughout their careers and their increasing isolation. DFI suggests watching for the following warning Graphic Artists: Native American signs of suspicious behavior that may indicate potential elder financial exploitation: Treasurer: KRYSTAL STATEZNY • Has an elder moved away from existing relationships and toward new associations with other Journalists Association RICHARD GOUGÉ III RACHEL ZABOROWSKI “friends” or strangers? • Has a new person entered the elder’s life and shown an excessive interest in that person’s finances or accounts? • Are you unable to speak directly with the elder despite repeated Council Members: SYE Workers: BROOKS BOYD AUTRY JOHNSON attempts at contact? • Does the elder display unexplained excitement over a financial windfall and HEATHER VANZILE KELLY SPAUDE reluctance to discuss details? If these sound familiar, contact the DFI’s Division of Securities at (608) 266-2139 for invest- Potawatomi Traveling Times (PTT) is a twice-monthly publication of the Forest County Potawatomi Nation. ment-related concerns. Other types of elder abuse should be reported to the Forest County Department Editorials and articles appearing in the PTT are the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily reflect of Social Services: daytime hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., daytime phone (715) 478-7709; after hours the opinion or attitude of the PTT staff or the FCP Nation. PTT encourages the submission of Letters to phone (715) 478-3331. the Editor. All letters must include the signature, address and telephone number of the author. Letters are subject to editing for grammar, length, malicious and libelous content. The PTT reserves the right to reject any advertising, materials or letters submitted for publication. The submission of articles, poetry, artwork and photos is encouraged. The Editor makes the sole decision of what is published in the PTT and will not assume any responsibility for unsolicited material nor will the PTT guarantee publication upon submission. Deadline for the July 15, 2016 issue is PTT will not guarantee publication of materials submitted past deadlines posted in the PTT. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the written consent of the Editor. Wednesday, July 6, 2016. 4 | Potawatomi Traveling Times • July 1, 2016 Community

Clarice M. Ritchie Chairman Frank Receives “Was mo gishek Lightning Sky” Highest Honor by Val Niehaus Clarice M. Ritchie “Was mo gishek On June 12, 2016, FCP Chair- the symbolism it represented—again - Lightning Sky”, 81 of Crandon, Wis., man Harold “Gus” Frank was hon- stressing that this is one of the highest passed away June 4, 2016. Clarice was ored with the highest honor a Native honors a Native American can receive. born March 11, 1935, in Crandon, the American Veteran can receive from Chairman Frank then responded daughter of Valentine and Marie (Neu- his peers, that being an eagle feather with a sincere and heartfelt comment mann) Ritchie. that was presented for his service in that left a few in attendance wiping She was a historian for the Potawatomi the U.S. military, and also for being their tears. “Chi Migwetch! You know Historical Society, a Potawatomi elder, a tribal leader of the Forest County that back then it was a tough time for worked with the Ladies Aid at Good Potawatomi Community. our country. A lot of people didn’t Shepherd Lutheran Church in Crandon, The Inter-Tribal Golf Association like the American soldier and we got and was an ARDC board member. (ITGA) and the Heard Museum in called a lot of bad names. So when I She is survived by her daughters: Phoenix, Ariz., have been working got home, I took my uniform off and Marjorie Adamczyk, Longwood, Fla.; Di- PTT together to recognize leadership in threw it in the trash can. Twenty years ane Daley, West Allis, Wis.; and Suzanne photo Native American veterans. John Bre- later I come home and it’s hanging (Paul) Kozlowski, Delafield, Wis.; sons: Mi- uninger, ITGA director of tribal rela- in my mother’s closet. I said to her, ‘I chael (Debbie) Gibbons, West Bloomfield, tions, presented the feather along with thought I threw that thing away?’ She Wis.; John Gibbons, Merritt Island, Fla.; and Donald (Kathryn) Werle, other gifts to Chairman Frank saying, said, ‘Son, you served this country - a Stevens Point, Wis.; brothers: Wallace (Alice) Ritchie, Rhinelander, “Today we are here to recognize Chair- country that would have never cried Wis.; 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren, and special nephews man “Gus” Frank. He served in Viet- for you if you had been killed. They Michael (Kathy) Patterson, Annapolis, Md.; and Craig (Delyn) Ritchie, nam in the 101st Airborne Division would have never missed you and you Rhinelander, Wis. and his specialty really was weapons. would have been a number to them. Clarice was preceded in death by her parents, brother: Henry (Crys- He was training the new incoming of- But you’re my son; you wore that tal) Ritchie; sisters: Verol (Norman) Tyler and Ruth (Francis) Patterson. ficers at West Point in New York, and uniform and I’m part of that uniform. Services for Clarice were held on Tuesday, June 14, 2016, at the from that leadership role he has moved I gave you birth - not this country. I Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Crandon. Pastor Kyle Verge officiat- his way up the ranks and has been love you more than this country and ed. Burial was held at Northland Memorial Park Cemetery, Rhineland- serving his community here (FCP) for you represent your family. So always er. Weber-Hill Funeral Home assisted the family with the arrangements. 18 years. It’s important to recognize be proud to be a veteran. Your Dad Online condolences may be made to www.weberhillfuneralhome.com. that leadership is not born. You have and Grandpa are proud to be veter- to earn that, and you have to earn ans.’ So with that, I am proud to be a the respect of your people and your veteran, too. Thank you, John, for this comrades. The main reason we are honor; thank you, Billy, for the prayer honoring Gus with this eagle feather is and thank you, JR, for recognition. because he has earned it. We as Native Migwetch!” warriors want to recognize that.” Breuninger closed with, “I thank FCP tribal members and veterans you, Gus, and congratulate you on Billy Daniels Jr. (Marine Corps) and behalf of the Heard Museum and JR Holmes (U.S. Army) came forth to ITGA.” help honor Chairman Frank by saying This ceremony is one that is highly a few words. Daniels also offered a respected in this culture as is the prayer for Chairman Frank and then patriotism of a great leader who has spoke personally to him about the fought for not only his country but for meaning behind receiving this feather his people as well. Congratulations, and how it should be taken care of and Chairman Frank, from the PTT staff.

Billy Daniels Jr. (r) speaks to Chairman Frank about the eagle feather. Youth/Departments July 1, 2016 • Potawatomi Traveling Times | 5 Student Spotlight FCP Donates to Cardinal PRIDE submitted by Mary Mattson, FCP Education Counselor/Mentor

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(l-r) Briya Tawha-Thompson, Bella Tawha-Thompson, Lillie Daniels and Aliyah Frank. Not On May 24, Forest County Potawatomi Executive Council presented the School District of pictured are Asia Tomlin, Starz Tomlin, and Abey VanZile. Crandon with a donation to support the school’s Cardinal PRIDE (peace, respect, integrity, dedication, excellence) program. Pictured are (l-r) Council Member Brooks Boyd, Crandon Boyle-Suminski Awards because her teacher, Mrs. Harris said, School Counselors Tina Taylor and Jessica Keao, and Vice Chair Al W. Milham. Donated On June 2, Crandon Elementary “Bella is an outstanding student. She is items will be used to acknowledge those students showing their Cardinal PRIDE. School held its annual Boyle-Suminski always making good choices that other Good Citizen Awards. Being nomi- students can look up to. She is a great nated for a Boyle-Suminski means a helper to both her teacher and to other teacher has chosen one of their stu- students.” dents who had demonstrated at least Starz Tomlin was chosen by Mrs. one of these many qualities through- Eveland due to her being a hard work- out the school year: enthusiasm, cheer- er who never gave up, helped others fulness, good manners, attendance, and had a smile on her face every day. well-liked by peers, respectful, con- Mrs. Albrecht selected Aliyah Frank scientious, cooperative, hardworking for her class. “Aliyah is helpful, respect- (effort more than achievement) and ful, and always demonstrates good participates in making the classroom manners. She is a very hard worker!” more pleasant. Last, but certainly not least, Mrs. Kevilus selected Briya Tah- Abey VanZile was nominated for a wa-Thompson because, “Briya is deter- Boyle-Suminski. Mrs. Walentowski mined to always do her very best. She picked VanZile for “...always being is an advocate for her classmates and thoughtful and respectful in the makes sure everyone is being fair.” classroom to her teacher and her Asia Tomlin was chosen by Mrs. K. classmates. Abey is able to make tough Wagoner for Tomlin’s good attendance. decisions and stick with them to better “She works hard; she’s always happy herself and serve as an example to and willing to help others. I can see others.” Asia making a difference in the lives of There were also Outstanding the people around her.” Attendance Awards given at the Mrs. Keller picked Lillie Daniels for ceremony. Louis Olivas received one coming to school each day with a smile because he missed less than three days on her face and having a great attitude. of school this year. Congratulations to “She works hard and demonstrates a all students. What a great way to end lot of Cardinal Pride. She is a wonder- the school year! ful member of our class family.” Bella Tahwa-Thompson won

Unintentional Drowning: Get the Facts Swimming Safety Tips Every day, about 10 people die from unintentional drowning. Of these, two are submitted by FCP Emergency Management children aged 14 or younger. Drowning ranks fifth among the leading causes of There is no substitute for active • Teach children that swimming in unintentional injury death in the . supervision. open water is not the same as swim- How big is the problem? From 2005-2014, there were an average of 3,536 fatal unintentional drownings • Actively supervise children in and ming in a pool. (non-boating related) annually in the United States — about 10 deaths per day. An around open bodies of water, giving • Always swim with a “buddy”, an additional 332 people died each year from drowning in boating-related incidents. them your undivided attention. older experienced swimmer. About one in five people who die from drowning are children 14 and younger. For • Whenever infant or toddlers are • Don’t rely on swimming aids such every child who dies from drowning, another five receive emergency department care for non-fatal submersion injuries. in or around water, an adult should as water wings or noodles. These are More than 50 percent of drowning victims treated in emergency departments be within arm’s reach to provide active fun toys but should never be used in require hospitalization or transfer for further care (compared with a hospitalization supervision. Avoid distraction of any place of an approved personal flotation rate of about six percent for all unintentional injuries). These non-fatal drowning in- kind (talking on cell phone, etc.). device. juries can cause severe brain damage that may result in long-term disabilities such • Make sure you swim in designat- • Take the time to learn CPR. as memory problems, learning disabilities, and permanent loss of basic functioning (e.g., permanent vegetative state). ed areas only. Source: www.cdc.gov/homeandrecreationalsafety/water-safety/waterinjuries-fact- sheet.html. 6 | Potawatomi Traveling Times • July 1, 2016 Departments

Fourth of July - Summer Recreational Safety submitted by Melanie Tatge, MPH, CHES, Public Health Educator/Accreditation Coordinator Community Health It’s that time of the year again • Never pick up or re-ignite a Sun Safety • Always wear certified or DOT when families and friends gather for firework that did not ignite properly or Soaking up the sun is a great way –compliant helmet, goggles, long barbecues, spending time at the lake, fully the first time. to get Vitamin D. Just remember the sleeves, long pants, over-the-ankle and watching fireworks blaze the sky • Make sure to have a garden hose, following tips while doing so: boots, and gloves. in honor of Independence Day. Here blanket or bucket of water on hand in • Use SPF sunscreen of at least 15 • Never ride ATVs on paved roads are some tips and reminders of how to case of an emergency. and make sure to reapply throughout except to safely cross the road and celebrate summer holidays with your • Remember alcohol, drugs and the day. Using a higher SPF is rec- when permitted by law. family safely. fireworks are never a good mix. ommended; an SPF of 15 provides • Never ride under the influence of Firework Safety Water Safety minimal protection. alcohol or drugs. According to the U. S. Con- What’s better than going boating • Try to stay out of direct sunlight • Never carry more passengers than sumer Product Safety Commission with family and friends on July 4th? between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 the ATV is designed for. (2010), on average 230 people go to Boating and doing other water recre- p.m. • Ride an ATV which is correct for the emergency room every day with ational activities safely. • Make sure to stay hydrated and your age. firework-related injuries in the months Here are some tips: watch for signs of heat stroke. Heat • Supervise riders younger than the around the July 4th holiday. The most • Make sure to always have enough stroke signs include: a rapid or a weak age of 16. commonly injured body parts include: life jackets for those in or on the mo- pulse, fast and slow breathing, and • Ride only on designated trails and the hands and fingers, brain, eyes, torized water vehicle, kayaks, canoes, warm to the touch red skin. Fend off at a safe speed. head, legs and arms. Here are some and tubes. dehydration by avoiding alcoholic Resources: Consumer Product Safety helpful tips to help prevent injuries • Never let your children swim beverages and caffeinated drinks. Commission. Fireworks: Put Safety First This like these: alone. Bike and ATV Safety July 4th. Retrieved from www.cpsc.gov/en/ • Never allow children to play with • Always step in feet first into shal- Riding bikes, motorized vehicles Safety-Education/Safety-Education-Centers/ Fireworks; U.S. Army MWF. (2016). 4th or to ignite fireworks. low water, never dive. and ATVs are a great way to explore of July Safety Tips. Retrieved from: www.ar- • Always have an adult supervise • Remember to bring a phone with the outdoors. Safety should always mymwr.com/july4th-safety.aspx; ATV Safety firework activities, even sparklers. The you should an emergency arise. be a priority while exploring. The Institute. (2016). The ATV Safety Institute’s average sparkler burns at a temperature • Never operate motorized water ATV Safety Institute (2016) provides Golden Rules. Retrieved from: www.atvsafety. of 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit, which is recreational vehicles while under the the following helpful golden rules to org/ hot enough to melt some metals. influence of alcohol or drugs. staying safe: FCPC Wildlife Resources Awarded Grant for Bat Conservation submitted by Heather Stricker, FCPC Wildlife Resources Program Manager

The FCPC Wildlife Resources These species account for only two Program was recently awarded over of the eight bat species found in Wis- $130,000 through the U.S. Fish and consin; however, they will be focused Wildlife Service Tribal Wildlife Grant on for this study, as they are among Program to study declining bat species those species that have been hit the and devise a conservation plan for hardest by the devastating white-nose tribal lands. FCPC was one of only syndrome. Habitat loss, direct killing three tribes in the Great Lakes region by humans, and wind turbines all to receive a Tribal Wildlife Grant this contribute to bat declines, but white- year, and the only tribe in Wisconsin. nose syndrome (WNS), a recently-in- The Tribal Wildlife grant program troduced fungal disease, is now the was established by the U.S. Fish and main source of mass bat mortality and Wildlife Service in 2003 and has pro- is devastating bat populations across vided more than $68 million in grants the country. to tribes since that time. However, the WNS syndrome causes increased grants have remained highly competi- potassium in the blood, leading to tive every year as demand often exceeds increased thirst, and causes winter-hi- available funds. bernating bats to become restless insect prey species, many of which are are high carriers of the rabies virus, the Specifically, the grant received by during hibernation, losing critical fat destructive agricultural and forest pests fact is that most bats do not have ra- the Wildlife Resources Program will stores and devastating their metab- such as gypsy moths, tent caterpillars, bies. While they can carry rabies, fewer be used to study the migration and olism and life-sustaining processes. cone worms, and cutworms. This than one percent of all bats actually roosting patterns of little brown bats First documented in New York in the ravenous appetite for insects has an have the disease. and northern long-eared bats on and winter of 2006-07, WNS has spread estimated value to the forestry and The study will run from 2016- around tribal lands. Biologists with rapidly across the eastern United States agriculture industries in the United 2020 and will include many regional FCPC and the U.S. Forest Service and Canada and has been detected as States of roughly $22.9 billion annual- partners such as the U.S. Forest Service will trap the bats in mist nets and affix far south as Mississippi. WNS reached ly. Species such as the little brown bat and Wisconsin Department of Natural tiny radio transmitters to them before Wisconsin in 2014. WNS has killed can consume anywhere between 600- Resources. releasing them. The radio transmit- more than 7 million bats in eastern 1200 mosquitoes (and similar-sized For more information, contact the ters emit a signal that will allow the North America. In some states, 90 to insects) in a single hour, significantly Wildlife Resources Program at (715) biologists to identify roosting trees 100 percent of cave-dwelling bats have contributing to the control of vector 478-4196 or listen to a WPR inter- (where bats raise their young pups) died. insects (for example, mosquitoes) that view with FCPC biologist Heather and identify prime foraging areas. For- This is highly concerning, as bats can carry human viruses such as West Stricker at www.wpr.org/wiscon- aging areas are those locations where are highly beneficial to forests, lakes, Nile, Zika virus, malaria, and vari- sin-tribe-receives-national-conserva- bats will congregate in large numbers agriculture, and human health. Vora- ous forms of encephalitis. While bats tion-grant-study-bat-populations. to consume insect prey. Once foraging cious eaters of insects, bats suppress consume the insects that carry human and roosting tree locations are identi- insect populations as much or more viruses, they do not become infected fied, these locations can be protected than birds. Studies have shown that with these diseases themselves. In fact, to help bolster local bat populations. some bats eat more than 127 different although many people believe that bats Departments July 1, 2016 • Potawatomi Traveling Times | 7

are steps you can take to protect your- pools, and boats when not in use self and your family from mosquitoes. • Clean and chlorinate swimming West Nile Concerns Near Preventing mosquito bites will prevent pools, outdoor saunas and hot tubs West Nile virus infection. • Drain water from tarps and pool To decrease exposure to mosquitoes covers Wet Detention Ponds in and the viruses they may carry, person- • Use landscaping to eliminate al protective measures include: standing water that collects on your Stone Lake • Limiting the time spent outdoors property submitted by Chris Kalata, FCP Health Division Emergency Preparedness at dawn and dusk during mosquito As the tribe continues to grow, Coordinator, Jenni Mabrier, FCP Natural Resources Environmental Education season (June to September) additional ponds may be needed in Coordinator • Wearing shoes, socks, long sleeve Blackwell and Carter. These future Environmental changes have been up at the bottom. shirts and long pants when outdoors ponds will likely be similar in design. occurring as the business industry in Members of the community have • Applying insect repellents con- Mosquitoes and their predators will the Stone Lake area continues to grow. expressed concern that the new ponds taining an EPS-registered ingredi- take up residence in these ponds as Along with growth comes unintended will become breeding grounds for ent, such as DEET, to exposed skin well. It is equally important to take side effects of development. Water mosquitoes. As the ponds are designed outdoors proper precautions to reduce mosquito from rain and melting snow that used to maintain a water supply at all times, • Spraying clothes with insect populations in any future new devel- to soak into the ground began running it is likely mosquitoes will lay their repellents since mosquitoes may bite opments. Ensuring you are doing your off paved surfaces down the hillside, eggs in it. It is important, however, through thin clothing part to protect yourself and your fam- creating gullies, unstable trails, and to understand there are several spe- • Making sure your home window ily is the first step in prevention. The carrying pollution into the streams and cies of mosquitoes and not all carry and door screens are in good repair to FCP Natural Resource Department lakes below. disease. The species of mosquito that prevent mosquito entry will continue to take precautionary Last summer, FCP built a large can carry West Nile typically lay their You can also take action to elimi- measures to ensure the overall safety of detention pond and an accompanying eggs in stagnant water less than three nate or reduce mosquito breeding sites the residents and the environment of storm sewer system on the northwest feet deep. Our storm water ponds are and sources of stagnant water on your the tribe. corner of Highway 8 and Kwe da kik approximately eight feet deep and have own property ensuring the following If you have environmental ques- Lane. Prior to that, a small detention a continuous slow trickle as the water measures are taken: tions, please contact Jenni Mabrier, pond was installed behind the C-store filters back into the natural lakes and • Dispose of tin cans, plastic con- FCP Natural Resources Environ- in Stone Lake. The ponds were dug streams, greatly reducing the risk of tainers, ceramic pots or similar wa- mental Education Coordinator, at out and lined with plastic prior to add- contracting West Nile Virus infected ter-holding containers (715) 478-7219 or Jennifer.Mabrier@ ing the ground soil which serves as the mosquitoes in our area. • Remove all discarded tires fcpotawatomi-nsn.gov. bottom for each reservoir. The plastic Although we cannot guarantee the • Drill holes in the bottoms of recy- If you have health-related ques- liner prevents pollutants from seeping tribe is or will continue to be free of cling containers that are kept outdoors tions, please contact Chris Kalata, FCP into the groundwater. Because of the mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus, • Make sure roof gutters drain Health Division Emergency Prepared- depth and trickling flow of water in there are precautions FCP Natural Re- properly and clean clogged gutters ness Coordinator, at (715) 478-4426 the pond, debris settles to the bottom sources is taking to reduce the risk of • Change water in birdbaths regu- or Chris.Kalata@fcpotawatomi-nsn. allowing clean water to flow into the infected mosquitoes in our area. Also, larly gov. lakes and streams below. there are precautions you can take to • Turn over wheelbarrows, wading The storm sewer pond behind the protect your family while enjoying the C-store in Stone Lake collects drain outdoors. water and pollutants from the parking This summer, FCP Natural Re- lot of the store. The large pond near source Department will be planting the intersection of Highway 8 and Kwe over 3,000 aquatic plants around the da kik Lane currently collects storm edges of the ponds which will reduce water from several of the government areas that promote mosquito breeding. building parking lots such as the Not only will the plants effectively fil- Executive Building, Rec Center, and ter pollution from the water, they will Museum as well as runoff from Mish make the pond attractive to mosquito ko swen Drive and Everybody’s Road. predators like dragonflies and ducks. This pond was sized large enough so Bats, swallows, and other animals will that in the future, it can collect runoff visit the vegetation, not passing up a from Kwe da kik Lane, Kwe da kik tasty mosquito meal. This is nature’s Court, Wej bge snok Court, Mej mo way to find balance for any extra mos- gek Court, and Kak Yot Lane as well. quitoes resulting from this pond. The ponds will need to be dredged Along with efforts from the FCP from time to time as pollutants build Natural Resource Department, there

Plenty of Healthy Reasons to Hike Hiking outdoors has plenty of perks: nice views, fresh air, and the sounds and smells of nature. It’s good for you, too. Hiking is a powerful cardio workout that can: • Lower your risk of heart disease • Improve your blood pressure and blood sugar levels • Boost bone density, since walking is a weight-bearing exercise • Build strength in your glutes, quadriceps, hamstrings, and the muscles in your hips and lower legs • Strengthen your core • Improve balance • Help control your weight • Boost your mood • Reduce stress and anxiety Source: www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/hiking-body-mind 8 | Potawatomi Traveling Times • July 1, 2016 Departments

byMish Val Niehaus ko swen 5K/Family Fun Day The annual Mish ko swen 5K/Fam- 3.) Coreena Kircher of a plant/herb table where attendees Care facility and this was very popu- ily Fun Day took place at the Carter Top 3 Males could make their own planted pot us- lar with some of the older youth who Arbor/Pow Wow grounds on June 10, 1.) Steve Sekel ing different herbs such as basil, sage, were able to demonstrate their skills 2016. 2.) Travis Thelen or mint and you could also add flowers under the watchful eyes of several adult The day started out with the 5K 3.) Ira Frank such as marigolds or pansies to make instructors. event and the weather couldn’t have Once the 5K was completed, the a colorful and yet useful decorative Overall, the day was fun for all who been more perfect. There was nice Family Fun Day event began. There planter. attended by a nice variety of displays cloud cover, which kept the tempera- were many different departments from There were a number of other to promote safety, health, and environ- ture tolerable, and a nice breeze to go the FCP campus that participated and stations that provided information mental appreciation while still having along with that. There were a total of each had their own booth set up to and handouts that could be used in a good time. The crowd was large and 163 runners/walkers who took part in provide information about the services the home and raffles of all kinds. In all seemed to be having a good time. It the 5K this year. The top three runners offered through that department. The addition to these various display tables, was apparent all will look forward to for male and female that were timed education department, ICW, Health & there was also a large bouncy house next year’s 5K event and Family Fun are as follows: Wellness, and Natural Resources were that was very popular with the kids as Day. Top 3 Females some of the divisions that took part well as a number of friendly kid orient- 1.) Hope Palmer in the event. Natural Resources had a ed games. The recreation department 2.) Annabelle Cleereman unique display set up that consisted had an archery station set up at the We

And they’re off! Relaxing after the run.

Wonder what mischief these three Jayden Tuckwab showing boys are off her b-ball skills. up to?

The flower/herb station put Una’s face-painting on by Natural Resources stand is always a hit was very popular! with the kids. News from the Nations July 1, 2016 • Potawatomi Traveling Times | 9

BIA’s Tribal Leaders Electronic Honoring Nations Announces Directory Map Announced Six Programs for 2016 Award submitted by Office of the Assistant Secretary – Indian Affairs submitted by Moana Palelei HoChing, The Harvard Project WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 13, tribal, state and local governments, CAMBRIDGE, Mass. - The explains, “The Honoring Nations 2016) – Acting Assistant Secretary – news media, business, researchers, Harvard Project on American Indian awardees demonstrate a deep commit- Indian Affairs Lawrence S. Roberts and the general public to connect Economic Development’s Honoring ment to community and stand as re- announced that the Bureau of Indian with tribal governments and the BIA Nations program announces that six markable examples of good governance Affairs’ popular publication, the Tribal throughout Indian Country. tribal programs advance to the site practices. By sharing their work, all Leaders Directory, is now available as The BIA developed the Tribal Lead- visit round for the 2016 Honoring governments – Native and non-Native an electronic searchable map. The map ers Directory map using its data to cre- Nations Award. From 87 applicants, alike – can benefit.” provides up-to-date contact informa- ate overlays of its twelve regions onto a these six tribal governance programs This summer, each of the six pro- tion for the nation’s 567 federally- Google map of the United States. Like have been chosen as contenders for the grams will receive a one-day site visit recognized tribes and all BIA regional the print version, the map provides key prestigious Honoring Nations Award from a team composed of Honoring offices and agencies. The map can contact information for all federally- that identifies, celebrates, and shares Nations Board and senior staff. The be accessed via the bia.gov and indi- recognized tribal governments, as well exemplary programs in tribal gover- site visits provide an in-depth oppor- anaffairs.gov websites using the Tribal as for BIA headquarters and regional nance. Honoring Nations recognizes tunity to learn how each program Leaders Directory link. and agency officials. The BIA will that tribes themselves hold the key to operates and their overall impact on “The BIA’s new Tribal Leaders Di- update the information at least once a generating social, political, cultural, their respective communities. In Octo- rectory electronic map offers the abil- month, as opposed to the six-month and economic prosperity and that ber 2016, programs will make presen- ity to more quickly find information update period for the print version. self-governance plays a crucial role in tations at the National Congress of to reach tribal governments and our The print version of the Directo- building and sustaining strong, healthy American Indian’s annual conference field offices,” Roberts said. “With the ry will no longer be published after Indian nations. in Phoenix, Ariz., where the awards map’s launch, we are taking another the launch. Persons without Internet Administered by the Harvard will be announced. The six programs step forward in transforming the BIA access, however, may request a copy Project on American Indian Economic that have advanced to the site visit into a 21st century service provider for in Excel format from the Division of Development at Harvard Kennedy round are: Indian Country.” Tribal Government Services. School, Honoring Nations is a mem- • Alaska Rural Utility Collabo- The Directory’s new format is a The Directory is not the official ber of a worldwide family of “govern- rative, Alaska Native Tribal Health searchable interactive map where users listing of federally-recognized tribes. mental best practices” awards programs Consortium can click on icons to locate tribal It should be used in conjunction with that share a commitment to the core • Calricaraq: Indigenous Yup’ik governments and BIA offices across the the Federal Register Notice of Indian idea that government can be improved Wellbeing, Yukon Kuskokwim Delta United States. Some of the features of Entities Recognized and Eligible to Re- through the identification and dis- Tribal Communities the new map-based Directory allow ceive Services from the United States semination of examples of effective • Chickasaw Nation Sick Child users to: Bureau of Indian Affairs, which is the solutions to common governmental Program, Chickasaw Nation • Have actual locations for all official listing of all federally recog- concerns. At each stage of the selection • Native American Drug and points of contact. nized tribes in the United States. process, applications are evaluated on Gang Task Force, Intertribal Nations • Conduct quick electronic searches The Acting Assistant Secretary – the criteria of effectiveness, significance of Wisconsin of the entire Directory with just a few Indian Affairs oversees the BIA, which to sovereignty, cultural relevance, • Project Tiwahu – Redefining Ti- key strokes. is headed by a director who is respon- transferability, and sustainability. gua Citizenship, Ysleta del Sur Pueblo • Produce mail merge documents sible for managing day-to-day oper- Since its inception in 1998, more than • They Are Not Forgotten, Confed- with only the information needed. ations through four offices – Indian one-quarter of all tribes in the United erated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian • Group data visually by BIA Services, Justice Services, Trust Services States have applied for an award; cur- Reservation regions for creating maps, reports, and Field Operations. These offices rently 124 tribal government programs For more information about Hon- dashboards, or web pages. directly administer or fund tribally- have been recognized from more than oring Nations, please visit the Harvard • Access information that is updat- based infrastructure, law enforcement, 80 tribal nations. Project’s website at www.hpaied.org or ed more frequently than in the past. social services, tribal governance, Honoring Nation’s Director Megan call (617) 495-1480. • Download information in .csv, natural and energy resources, and trust Minoka Hill (Oneida Nation, Wis.) .xml, .json, and MS Excel formats. management programs for the nation’s The map is accessible via most federally-recognized American Indian modern web browsers – Microsoft and Alaska Native tribes and villages Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge, through 12 regional offices and 81 Google Chrome, Apple Safari, and agencies. Mozilla Firefox – on desktop comput- The Office of Indian Services ers, laptops, tablets and smartphones. Division of Tribal Government Ser- The BIA Office of Indian Services’ vices updates and publishes the Tribal Division of Tribal Government Ser- Leaders Directory and the Federal vices is responsible for producing the Register notice of federally-recognized Tribal Leaders Directory. It works to tribes. For more information about the ensure the accuracy of official tribe and Tribal Leaders Directory map, or to tribal leader names and contact infor- request a copy in Excel format, contact mation, as well as contact information the Division at (202) 513-7641. For for Indian Affairs and BIA officials and general information about the Divi- regional offices and agencies. sion of Tribal Government Services, or The Directory was initially devel- to access the map or the most recent oped as a reference document to aid Federal Register notice, visit www.in- BIA employees in their day-to-day dianaffairs.gov/WhoWeAre/BIA/OIS/ work with the tribes. Over the years it TribalGovernmentServices/index.htm. became one of the Bureau’s most re- quested publications, used by federal, 10 | Potawatomi Traveling Times • July 1, 2016 News from the Nations

Research Funding Increase for Alzheimer’s Announced submitted by Laura Cilmi, Alzheimer’s Association®

WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 6, milestone in Alzheimer’s research 2016) – The call for increased Alzhei- - bringing us past the halfway mark mer’s research funding from Alzhei- toward the funding level experts agree mer’s Association advocates reached is necessary to end this epidemic,” a critical milestone, as the Senate La- said Robert Egge, Chief Public Policy bor-HHS Appropriations Subcommit- Officer of the Alzheimer’s Association. tee announced a proposed $400 mil- “On behalf of the Alzheimer’s Associ- lion increase for Alzheimer’s research ation and our advocates, we thank the at the National Institutes of Health subcommittee for their tremendous (NIH). Alzheimer’s champions Chair- bipartisan effort that brings new hope man Roy Blunt (R-MO) and Ranking to millions in Missouri, Washington, Member Patty Murray (D-WA), who and across the country.” also oversaw last year’s historic funding Today, more than five million peo- increase, led the bipartisan effort. ple are living with Alzheimer’s disease, “For the second year in a row the and there are more than 15 million Senate has taken a critical step towards Americans serving as a caregiver for a ending the Alzheimer’s epidemic,” said friend or family member. Alzheimer’s Harry Johns, president and CEO of Association grassroots advocates and the Alzheimer’s Association. “At a cost staff have worked tirelessly to encour- of $236 billion a year, Alzheimer’s is age Congress to address the Alzhei- the most expensive disease in the Unit- mer’s epidemic. As a result, Congress is ed States. But much more importantly, on track with today’s developments to it is a terrible reality for millions of have more than tripled NIH funding American families. The announcement for Alzheimer’s research over its level will provide important funding for when Congress unanimously passed research that can help bring a way to the National Alzheimer’s Project Act in prevent, treat or cure this devastating December 2010. The full Senate Com- disease.” mittee on Appropriations will consider Alzheimer’s disease is the only lead- the bill later this week. ing cause of death in the United States Alzheimer’s Association® without a way to prevent, cure or even The Alzheimer’s Association is the slow its progression. Foremost experts leading voluntary health organization in have stated that at least $2 billion a Alzheimer’s care, support and research. It year is necessary to meet the first goal is the largest nonprofit funder of Alzhei- of the National Alzheimer’s Plan to mer’s research. The Association’s mis- Honoring Address Alzheimer’s Disease to prevent sion is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease and effectively treat Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to Health, by 2025. Following last year’s historic provide and enhance care and support Healing, $350 million increase, research for for all affected; and to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s and related dementias cur- dementia through the promotion of brain and Tradition rently receives $991 million in NIH health. Its vision is a world without Eye Injury and Prevention funding. Alzheimer’s. Visit alz.org or call (800) Month “If signed into law, today’s fund- 272-3900. July is Eye Injury and Prevention ing increase will mark an important Month. In a month of festive fireworks and summer activities, here are a few tips to help get you through safely:

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Final Regulations to Strengthen Implementation of the ICWA submitted by Office of the Assistant Secretary – Indian Affairs WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 8, ready used by states. Many states have urged strengthening ICWA implemen- The final regulations can be found 2016) – Acting Assistant Secretary – enacted state law versions of ICWA tation through codification in a new at www.indianaffairs.gov/WhoWeAre/ Indian Affairs Lawrence S. Roberts that provide additional protections for rule. The final rule follows the March BIA/OIS/HumanServices/Indian- announced final, updated measures to tribes and Indian families, and this rule 2015 publication of a proposed rule ChildWelfareAct/index.htm. protect the rights of Indian children, does not add more protective stan- on which the Bureau of Indian Affairs The Assistant Secretary – Indian their parents and their tribes in state dards, but rather establishes minimum received more than 2,100 written Affairs oversees the BIA, which is child welfare proceedings. The mea- federal standards under ICWA and comments. As part of its process of headed by a director who is responsible sures, comprised in a final rule an- incorporates best practices in child collecting input on the proposed rule, for managing day-to-day operations nounced, will support the stability and welfare. The rule also promotes judicial Interior held five public hearings and through four offices – Indian Services, security of Indian families and tribes collaboration between tribal courts five tribal consultation sessions across Justice Services, Trust Services, and by providing a more consistent inter- and state courts in the implementation the country in April and May 2015, Field Operations. These offices directly pretation of the Indian Child Welfare of ICWA. “ICWA was designed to as well as one public hearing and one administer or fund tribally-based Act of 1978 (ICWA), regardless of the safeguard Native children from undue tribal consultation by teleconference. infrastructure, economic development, child welfare worker, judge or state separation from their families and “The number of comments we law enforcement and justice, social involved. cultural identity. This rule will achieve received on this rule is unprecedented services (including child welfare), tribal “The final rule builds upon the consistent implementation of a law for Indian Affairs,” Acting Assistant governance, and trust land and natural work of tribes and states by clarify- that remains critical to protecting the Secretary Roberts said. “The final and energy resources management ing the Indian Child Welfare Act’s best interest of Native children and rule reflects the input of tribes, states, programs for the nation’s federally-rec- requirements, promoting consistency promoting successful Native commu- organizations and individuals that ognized American Indian and Alaska in Indian child-placement proceed- nities,” said Secretary of the Interior serve children and families and have Native tribes through 12 regional ings, and ensuring that regardless of Sally Jewell, who serves as chair of the substantial expertise in child-welfare offices and 81 agencies. the state court forum, children and President’s White House Council on practices.” The Office of Indian Services Divi- their parents receive the active efforts Native American Affairs. “It is in a The final rule will become effec- sion of Human Services administers envisioned by Congress to maintain child’s best interest to keep their family tive 180 days after its publication the BIA’s ICWA regulations at 25 CFR family and community,” said Acting intact when it can be done safely, and in the Federal Register. Within that Part 23 and the guidelines. For more Assistant Secretary Roberts. “Child provide pathways to connect with the time, the Bureau will publish revised information, visit www.indianaffairs. welfare workers, state court judges child’s larger family and community. guidelines to replace the February 24, gov/WhoWeAre/BIA/OIS/HumanSer- and state agencies deserve clear rules This rule reflects the highest standards 2015, Guidelines for State Courts and vices/IndianChildWelfareAct/index. as they work with Native families and in child welfare.” Agencies in Indian Child Custody htm. tribes to implement the protections Under the rule announced, state Proceedings. of the law. This rule promotes family courts in foster-care, termina- and community by ensuring that if a tion-of-parental-rights, and adoption Native child has been removed from proceedings will be required to ask their home previously, they will have whether the child is an “Indian child” a pathway for reunification with their under ICWA, and therefore subject family.” to the law’s procedures. Determining Congress enacted ICWA to address this early in the proceeding maximizes the separation of Indian children from the chances of placing the child with their families at a disproportionately extended family and other preferred high rate, as a result of state agency placements, thus promoting stability policies and practices that placed the for the child and healthy connec- children in non-Indian foster and tions with his or her family and tribe. adoptive homes. Although ICWA The rule also provides clarity on the has helped to prevent the wholesale requirement that “active efforts” be separation of tribal children from their provided to maintain or reunite the families in many regions of the United child with his or her family. States, Native American children are The Attorney General’s Advisory still disproportionately more likely Committee on American Indian and to be removed from their homes and Alaska Native Children Exposed to ¢ communities than other children. And Violence recommended in its Novem- Indian families continue to be broken ber 2014 Report that the Department up by the removal of their children by of the Interior issue regulations to w on every gallon ® 3 s non-tribal public and private agencies. better implement ICWA and promote i th up to 20 gallons d Based on 2013 data, Native children compliance. The Advisory Committee r Sh a nationwide are represented in state based its recommendation on hours of e ® w ll Re foster care at a rate 2.5 times greater testimony regarding the inconsistent Fuel than their presence in the general pop- application of ICWA’s requirements ulation. In some states, Native Amer- and lack of compliance. When You Buy Two ican children are represented in state In developing this final rule, the Of- ® foster-care systems at rates as high as fice of the Assistant Secretary – Indian Gatorade 28 oz.

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Tryouts are scheduled for the 2017 North American Indigenous Games. There are three 2016 tryout dates scheduled. Athletes must attend at least two of the three tryouts, but it is preferred that they attend all three. • 2nd Tryout: July 9, Wittenberg H.S., 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. • 3rd Tryout: July 30, location TBD, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. As for age categories, if an athlete is 16 on the date of Decem- ber 31, 2017, that is the age category in which he/she will com- pete. Sport Categories: 3D Archery (U16, U19, boys & girls) *Golf (U17, U19, boys & girls) Lacrosse Box (U16, U19 boys) Softball (U16, U18, girls) Wrestling (U19 boys) Athletics/Track & Field (U14, U16, U19, boys & girls) Baseball (U16, U19 boys) Basketball (U14, U16, U19, boys & girls) Soccer (U16, U18, girls) **Swimming (U14, U16, U19, boys & girls) ***Volleyball (U16, U19 girls) *Golf: June 25 at Pine Hills Golf Course, start time 11 a.m., cost $20. NO carts allowed, must walk per NAlG rules. July 9 at Maple Hills Golf Course, start time 10 a.m., cost $20. NO carts allowed must walk per NAlG rules. July 30, TBD **Swimming - do not need to attend tryouts, submission of times is all that is required. Submit swim times to Coach Barbara Kolitsch at [email protected]. *** Volleyball at Neopit Middle School, Keshena Transportation (other than mentioned below) and any costs associated with tryouts is each athlete’s responsibility. If you are an FCP tribal member or descendant between the ages of 13 and 19 and are interested in trying out for any of the sports teams, please contact Brian Tupper at (715) 478-7420 or Wayne LaBine at (715) 478-7425 at the Recreation Department for information on the Team Wisconsin teams that are established. The Recreation Department will provide transportation to the three scheduled tryout events.

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Potawatomi Business Development Corporation Board Director ATTENTION Potawatomi Business Development Corporation (PBDC) is a tribally-chartered, for-profit corporation. It is seeking a dynamic and talented individual to join their team as a Board Director. This position will support the work of the PBDC and FCP TRIBAL provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. While day-to-day opera- tions are led by PBDC’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Board Director and CEO relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of the Board Director is MEMBERS both critical and expected. Some specific responsibilities of this position include: • Serving as trusted advisor to CEO through development and implementation of PBDC’s strategic plan. • Define CEO’s responsibilities. Provide guidance and support in order to improve the overall performance of the CEO. • Review outcomes and metrics created by PBDC for evaluation its impact, perfor- mance, and effectiveness. • Approve PBDC’s annual budget, audit reports, and material business decisions; Due to the outdated capacity of the WiFi infrastructure on the being informed of, and meeting all, legal and fiduciary responsibilities. FCP reservation and the high cost of having it upgraded, Executive • Partner with CEO and other board members to ensure that board resolutions are Council has authorized the discontinuance of free WiFi service. carried out. Those wanting Internet access can sign up for DSL service through • Represent PBDC to stakeholders; act as an ambassador for the organization. either Frontier (for the Stone Lake area) or CenturyLink (for the • Formulate the rules of governance, establishing the methods for oversight and Blackwell, Wabeno, Laona areas). determining an outcome. 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PTT070116 14 | Potawatomi Traveling Times • July 1, 2016 Notices/Calendar NOTICES CULTURE HEALTH SERVICES OFFERED SERVICES OFFERED Neshnabemwen - The Potawatomi Wellbriety - AA Meetings (#7169331 Employment Skills Program • Turbo Typing - interactive, fun prac- language has endured through the passage Area 74) every Monday at 6 p.m. in the FCP Economic Support has an em- tice available to increase your hand/eye of time. At one time, it is said that we all lower level of the FCP Cultural Center, ployment skills program for tribal mem- coordination and typing speed. spoke the same language. Later on, we Library & Museum. Walking in a good bers with resources/tools to help them • Quick Skills - hands-on, self-paced to started speaking different languages and way...a sober way. Anyone who is in overcome employment barriers. We are learn and enhance your computer skills of forming tribes based on who was able to recovery and searching for a sober way of here to coach and encourage individuals to Microsoft programs such as Word, Power- understand each other. The Bodewadmi, living is more than welcome to attend! If recognize their skills and to find occupa- Point, Excel and Access. and Odawa were all one tribe you have any questions, contact Brooks tions related to those skills and interests. • WinWay Résumé Deluxe - it’s easy and spoke the same language. As the Boyd at (715) 889-3530 or Isaiah Phillips This program can assist in: to develop a résumé with more than differences in the language grew, they at (715) 889-4945. • A direct connection between DMV 14,000 ready-to-use templates, more than each formed a separate entity. However, She gish get (New Day) AA Meet- to obtain, reinstate and/or find out what is 100,000 job-winning phrases and more they maintained a close bond and formed ing - Fridays, 2 p.m., 5519 Wej mo gek needed in driver’s license reinstatement. than 350 different design themes. When the “Council of the Three Fires” to deal Court, Crandon. Contact info: (715) 478- • Résumé development and résumé complete, the auditor will evaluate your with any issues that might affect them. 4370. Call if you need a ride. critiquing. résumé. The Three Fires signified the alliance Do You Feel Like No One Under- • Mock interviews. • WisCareers Website - career explora- between the three, while their individ- stands You? You’re not alone! Let your • Work experience within tribal enti- tion guide and opportunities on computer ual fires proclaimed their own identity. voice be heard! Let someone share your ties. programs. Complete a variety of assess- Language classes offered every Tuesday pain! If you are thinking of commit- • Job-seeking skills and employment ments based on interests, work values, & Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., for ting suicide or know someone who is, guidance/mentoring. career skills and workplace skills; help FCPC and members at the FCP Cultural please get help! Crisis Line: (888) 299- Resource Room — we now have two coordinate your work values into an excit- Center, Library and Museum. Open to all 1188 (Serving Forest, Vilas & Oneida locations within the Family Resource Cen- ing career; check out a variety of technical Potawatomi students, Language & Culture counties: 24 hours a day/7 days a week); ter (Old Tribal Hall). The room has four schools and colleges; use a guided program Class every Thursday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Kids in Need: (800) 622-9120; The Get- computers that are open to the communi- to set up your portfolio. Transportation for youth provided. 2-Gether Peer Support Drop-In Center: ty, and there are two computers located at The FCP Economic Support staff is (715) 369-3871; Run-Away Hotline: the Family Service Building in the upper also available to assist with any of these (800) 621-4000; (800) 273-TALK; TTY: level. computer programs. For additional (800) 799-4TTY or visit suicidehotlines. These computers are equipped with assistance, please contact us at (715) 478- com. the following software to assist in improv- 7206, 7292, or 7295. NA Meetings “The Good Life” - ing your job skills, completing or updating Tuesdays, AODA Building, 5519 Wej mo your résumé, brushing up on computer PROGRAMS gek Court (use back door entrance), and typing skills, and for completing 7 p.m. For info or questions, contact Ira F. correspondence. Smoking Cessation Incentive Pro- at (715) 889-0527. continued in next column... gram - Open to FCP tribal members and individuals eligible for Alternative Care Program. Services include: appointments with nurses and CHRs to determine a quit plan, kit filled with items that aid in the quitting process, educational materials and July 2016 Calendar of Events products, plus a reward upon completion of third smoking cessation appointment. EDUCATION Community Health To learn more about the program or Crandon Indian Education Com- • July 5, Infant Nutrition: HWC, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. to schedule an appointment, contact Sara mittee - Monthly meetings held the first • July 7, Infant Nutrition/WIC: Carter We-Care, 1 - 4 p.m. Cleereman, R.N., at (715) 478-4889. Wednesday of each month, 5 p.m., at • July 12, WIC: HWC, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.. SPARKS Weight Management Pro- HWC. Contact these committee members • July 19, MCH Honoring Our Families Event: HWC, 12 - 1:30 p.m. gram - By appointment. S - Support; P with questions or concerns: • July 20, Diabetes Luncheon: HWC, 12 - 1:30 p.m. - Program; A - Get Active, Stay Active; R - Margaret Konaha - Chairperson • July 26, Mish ko swen Toddler Program: HWC, 1 - 3 p.m. Reap the Rewards: feel better, be healthier; (715) 478-7347 (work) • Summer Day Camp: see flyer on pg. 10 K - Know the basics of good nutrition; S Hazel George - Member Family Resource Center - Stay focused on being healthy. Please call (715) 478-5612 (home) Lisa Miller, RD, CD, at (715) 478-4320. Shari Alloway - Member • Healthy Relationships: Mondays, July 11, 18, 25, 10 a.m. to noon. Diabetes Education - By appoint- Number not available at time of print. • FRC/CHOICES: Mondays, July 11, 18, 25, time TBA ment. Including blood glucose monitor- Myra VanZile - Youth Education • Play Shoppe: Tuesdays, July 5, 12, 19, 26, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ing, making healthy changes, psychoso- Services Liaison • Community Women’s Talking Circle, July 6, 20, 1 p.m. cial, complications, sick day and travel, [email protected] • Circle of Sisters: Wednesdays, July 13, 27, 1 - 3 p.m. planning for pregnancy, hypoglycemia, Wabeno Indian Education Commit- • PIP: Thursdays, July 7, 14, 21, 28, 10 a.m. - noon. medications, diabetes in general, insulin tee - Meetings held every second Tuesday • Open registration for Nurturing Fathers parenting class: 13-week curricu- and goal setting. Please call Anne Chris- of each month, 6 p.m., at Potawatomi lum; two-hour sessions; one-on-one sessions. man, RN, at (715) 478-4383, or Cathy Carter Casino Hotel. Chitko at (715) 478-4367. Child care is available for all classes except Play Shoppe, which is a parent/ Recreation Department - Get Fit & child interaction activity. Please RSVP if child care is needed. Call (715) Stay Active - fitness equipment available 478-4837 with questions about any programs. at Rec Center Monday through Friday, 7 CHOICES Program a.m. - 8 p.m. Open to FCP tribal mem- • Youth 10 - 12: Mondays, July 11, 18, 25, time TBA bers, their immediate families and FCP • Youth 13 - 17: Tuesdays, July 5, 12, 19, 26, time TBA employees. Hours subject to change based • Youth 7 - 9: Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27, time TBA on scheduled activities. For information Call (715) 478-4839 for more info. on Rec Center activities, call (715) 478- 7420. Notices/Pow-Wows July 1, 2016 • Potawatomi Traveling Times | 15

Pow-Wow Trail Language Class July 2016 The FCP Language Department would like to invite children, adults, families, and community members to Potawatomi language classes this summer. It is a com- July 1-4 July 15-17 fortable environment to start learning how to speak 144th Quapaw Tribal* 43rd Honor the Earth Potawatomi and a great way to support your language. Beaver Springs Park LCO Pow-wow Grounds Quapaw, Okla. Hayward, Wis. When & Where: (918) 542-1853 or 724-6403 (715) 634-8934 www.quapawtribe.com Mondays at the FCP Museum: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. July 15-17 Wednesdays at the We Care Center: 3 – 4 p.m. July 1-3 30th Seafair Indian Days* Oneida* Day Break Star Indian Light refreshments will be provided. Norbert Hill Center Cultural Center Oneida, Wis. Seattle, Wash. For more information, feel free to contact the (920) 496-5311 or (206) 285-4425 ext. 23 FCP Language Department at (715) 478-4173. (800) 236-2214 [email protected] www.oneidanation.com www.unitedindians.org

July 1-3 July 21-24 38th Red Cliff 150th Winnebago Pow-wow Grounds Homecoming* Red Cliff, Wis. Veterans Park (715) 779-3700 Winnebago, Neb. [email protected] (712) 428-4280 or redcliff-nsn.gov (402) 878-3222 [email protected] July 2-3 www.winnebagotribe.com 16th Rosebud Casino Wacipi* July 22-24 Rosebud Casino 49th Fort Totten Days* Rosebud, S.D. Andrew Shaw Sr. Arena (800) 786-7673 Fort Totten, N.D. www.rosebudcasino.com (701) 381-9753

July 8-10 July 29-31 32nd The Great Mohican* 50th Nation* FOR Mohican Reservation Camp/ Woodland Bowl HOME SALE Festival Grounds Keshena, Wis. 321 Harvard St., Green Bay, WI Loudonville, Ohio (715) 799-5114 ext. 1267 (800) 766-2267 [email protected] $56,000.00 powwow@mohican reservation.com July 29-31 Forest County www.mohicanpowwow.com 32nd Saginaw Chippewa* Potawatomi Campgrounds July 8-10 Community has Mt. Pleasant, Mich. Prairie Island Dakota a home for sale to (989) 775-5701 or Wacipi Celebration (888) 732-4537 FCP Tribal Members 5636 Sturgeon Road sagchippowwowow@ ONLY. The home is Prairie Island, Minn. sagchip.org to be sold as is. (651) 267-4024 or 385-4161 www.sagchip.org � 4 bedrooms � 2 bathrooms July 9-10 July 29-31 � 1,942 sq/ft Howard County* 27th Oklahoma Indian Howard County Fair Grounds For more information, to view the house, Nation* West Friendship, Md. or to make an offer to purchase, please contact Concho Pow-wow Grounds (252) 532-0821 the FCP Housing Department at (715) 478-7270. Concho, Okla. [email protected] (405) 422-7545 *Denotes Contest Pow-Wow [email protected]

POTAWATOMI • WELLBRIETY • WORKSHOP

The FCP AODA Department will be holding a Potawatomi Wellbriety Workshop on Tuesday and Wednesday, July 12-13, 2016, at the FCP We Care facility in Carter, Wis. Please contact the AODA Department for times of the event and to reserve a spot. If you have been to a Potawatomi Wellbriety training in the past as a community member or an employee and are interested in being involved in the ongoing commitment of wellness in the community, please call the AODA Department at (715) 478-4370. Migwetth! 16 | Potawatomi Traveling Times • July 1, 2016 Community

artists spoke of the reasoning behind asaw Nation. The Chickasaw Nation is Center, Library & Museum where NATOW their artistic expressions. They further the twelfth largest tribe in the United FCP Donald Keeble was able to guide ...continued from pg. 1 Next on the agenda was “The discussed how they have built up their States and has built tribal enterprises participants through the museum and Power of Partnerships”, which was business as a form of tourism where so well that it has become a premier give a bit of history to these other introduced by Webster. During this people could buy their work as well as tribal destination for people to visit. tribes about the Potawatomi people. presentation, more information about visit their tribal lands. Artists on-hand Williams is very knowledgeable when The night then ended with a dinner the Thornberry Creek LPGA Classic were Karen Ann Hoffman (Oneida), a it comes to her position at Chickasaw and a cultural demonstration by Forest was discussed. It was explained how renowned Iroquois-raised beadworker; Nation. She is extremely well-informed County Potawatomi dancers and live the golf course and the LPGA came to Melanie Tallmadge Sainz (Ho-Chunk), and able to offer details about what entertainment by Jagged Highway. be. the founding director of Little Eagles this tribe does and how they built Day two of the conference was a bit Speaking about this event was Jan- Arts Foundation; and Jeremy Stabb themselves up so well. She came to more relaxed and not as fast-paced as ice Hirth, CEO/president of Oneida (Santee Sioux), the program manager this conference with great reference the first day had been, but it still had Airport Hotel Corporation, and Josh for First Peoples Fund which supports material,, and her presentation covered great information about tourism and Doxtator, general manager of Thorn- Indigenous artists. This presentation the history of this tribe and how it has the effect it has on Indian Country. berry Creek. Hirth went on to explain was quite inspirational. Attendees come so far in the area of tourism. There was a bit of a schedule change the details of the golf course along listened to the artists discuss how they The last part of the day was another with Webster and Williams offering with the reasoning behind inviting the had started at the bottom and moved break-out session that was again sepa- the first presentation about “Sustain- LPGA to this facility. She spoke about themselves up to eventually become a rated into two parts allowing attendees ing a Tribal Tourism Department for the steps involved in completing the well-known artist in their community to choose which they preferred to Future Generations”. planning for this major event, which and throughout the state. attend. Next to present was Apache Dan- started back in April 2015 with plans Break-out session The first was “Why forth, public relations professional at being finalized a year later. Doxtator number two was Customer Service Mat- the Oneida Nation and Tara Proch- then spoke about the value and bene- “Destination Mar- ters More Than Ever”, now, marketing manager at Legendary fits this event is going to bring into the keting: Trends & led by Drew Nussbaum, Waters Resort & Casino. These two area and into Indian Country Insight”. Here, the regional tourism spe- ladies had a great time talking with James Netz of James Netz Photog- speaker was Shane cialist of the Wisconsin the audience about, “Social Media raphy was next to speak about “The Brossard, marketing Department of Tourism. Marketing Trends and Best Practic- Power of Video Marketing”. His pre- director of the Wis- After having spent his es for Tourism Destinations”. This sentation focused on how video mar- consin Department entire professional career presentation was so up-to-date and keting has become the way to go for of Tourism. He has in hospitality marketing informative that many, if not everyone, advertising, promoting, and marketing managed high-profile and tourism, his focus took away something pertinent to use in this day and age. Some stats that he marketing campaigns with companies and for their businesses or organizations. presented were: including Travel organizations has always With social media being the “in” thing • More than 80 percent of senior Wisconsin’s TV commercial featuring been to grow their customer service in this day and age, this presentation executives watch more video than they Wisconsin Badgers men’s basketball effectiveness. He is tremendously had many people asking questions and did a year ago, and three-quarters of coach, Bo Ryan. Brossard played a key well-informed when it comes to the getting answers about how to run their executives are watching work-relat- role in the management of TravelWis- “nitty gritty” of customer service and business social media outlets. ed videos every week! And given the consin.com that in 2015 was used by has a great deal to offer those who are At the end of this conference, there choice, 59 percent of executives would more than five million visitors mak- interested in this area. was the honoring of NATOW and rather watch a video than read an ing it one of the nation’s top tourism As was said in his introduction, tourism pioneers with closing remarks. article. industry websites. “Tourism is a large part of econom- Webster gave many thanks before • Online video now accounts for 50 Along with Brossard was Sheryl ic development in Wisconsin, and ending this conference. She thanked percent of all mobile traffic Asman from The Karma Group, which the visitor’s experience here is para- Forest County Potawatomi Commu- • 65 percent of video viewers watch specializes in branding organizations mount—it’s all about everyone having nity for hosting this year’s event. She more than three-fourths of a video and entities. Clients range from FUN!” Along with Nussbaum, James was very gracious to PCCH for the • 78 percent of people watch videos organizations such as Oneida Nation Bolen, executive director for the Cable hospitality that everyone received and online every week and the Green Bay Packers, to Fortune Area Chamber of Commerce, was couldn’t help but rave about the food • 55 percent of people watch videos 500 companies and local non-profit there to offer ideas and experiences in that was served each day, something every day organizations. this area as well. many others also agreed with. She • 2017 - this will rise to 69 percent Once the break-out sessions were The second break-out session was thanked Billy Daniels Jr., Fire Nation • 2018 - this will be 79 percent finished, everyone was able to listen to about “Native Community Devel- Singers, all the NATOW board mem- Not only did Netz speak about the speaker Ernest Stevens Jr., chairman opment Financial Institutions Role bers, cultural dancers and anyone else statistics, but he also discussed how to and national spokesperson for the in Tourism Development”. This was who was involved in setting up this build your own video marketing ads. National Indian Gaming Association lead by Jeff Bowman, First American conference along with all the people in He spoke about how to plan early, (NIGA) in Washington, D.C. He has Capital Corporation; Fern Orie, Wis- attendance. what your video should highlight, been recognized by numerous organi- consin Native Loan Fund; and Forrest This was a couple of days filled when to use digital ads and how to zations for his outstanding leadership Funmaker, First Nations Community with more information than one can use video more strategically in social and his advocacy in Indian Country. Financial. Orie is the founding CEO process at times. But everyone who media marketing. He really went into Stevens said, “The beauty of tour- of the certified Native Community attended gained great insight into how depth about how and what the video is ism is that it helps us better educate Development Financial Institution tourism helps in Indian Country and able to do for your business, organiza- people about who we are and where (CDFI), Wisconsin Loan Fund, Inc., the ways to keep it going for years to tion or event. To find out more about we come from. We do it through our which is a statewide housing and con- come. Netz’s work and information, you can work, energy, and generations, and sumer revolving loan fund. Funmaker, Next year’s NATOW confer- visit www.duenorthdigital.com. that is why NATOW is so important a member of the Ho-Chunk Nation, ence will be hosted by the Stock- After the morning’s presentations, to the Indian gaming world. We are believes the Native tourism industry bridge-Munsee Community Band of following lunch it was time for the successful because we educate and can have a substantial impact on micro Mohican Indians at Mohican North participants to split off to whatever stand together and that’s what NA- and small business development in Star Casino • Resort, June 5-7, 2017. break-out session covered the subject TOW is all about.” each community if planned correctly For more information pertaining they were most interested in pursuing After Stevens’ motivating speech, using the “By Indian Act” - an existing to the conference or NATOW, visit further. Break-out session number one it was time to listen to Paige Williams language in all gaming compacts in the natow.org. was “Building Bridges & Empowering who serves as the director of corporate state for economic development. the Native Artist”. Here, three Native development and tourism for the De- The end of this first day was topped partment of Commerce for the Chick- off with a trip to the FCP Cultural