Welcome nam̓sč̓ac Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribal News P.O. Box 130, Tokeland, WA 98590 November 2017

Shoalwater Bay 2017 Halloween Costume Contest Winners Age 0-5 Category Neveah Anderson, Olivia Blake and Brayden Shipman

Age 6-11 Category

Joanah Roseander, Maybelle Johnson, and On October 19th, a fall storm brought large waves and electric outages in Shoalwater Bay . Ethan Barnes

Shoalwater Bay Tribe Age 12-17 Category P.O. Box 130 Brook Smith, Macy Taylor, and Tjyden Anderson and Jacob Christensen Jr. Tokeland, WA 98590

Adult Category Keri Till, Erik McDonald, and Zela McKinstry

Newsletter also on Website at www.shoalwaterbay‐nsn.gov Community Shoalwater Bay Shoalwater Bay Tribal Police WRN (Weather Ready Nation) Tribal Council Robin Souvenir, Chief of Police

Charlene Nelson, Chairperson Matt Padgett, Lieutenant Our own Lee Shipman, is a WRN Ambassador as part of the WRN [email protected] Kristof Aho, Officer Initiative. WRN Ambassadors Jennifer Taylor, Vice Chairperson Christopher Boggs, Officer serve a pivotal role in affecting [email protected] Sarah Boggs, Officer societal change, helping to build a Lynn Clark, Secretary Police Office 267‐8164 (Questions Only) nation that is ready, responsive, [email protected] For Police Dispatch call and resilient to the impacts of Joel Blake, Treasurer extreme weather and water (360) 267‐8391 or 911 [email protected] events. Together, they help our Dennis Julnes, Member at Large communities to better prepare

[email protected] This is a brief summary by nature of our officer calls for the and mitigate for future disasters-

Month of October 2017 creating a Weather Ready Nation. Pictured is Lee Shipman

Agency Assist 2 (4th from the left) with Alarm 2 otherWRN Ambassadors. Animal Problem 1 Citizen Assist 17 Naming Contest Collision 1

Disorderly 1 DUI 1

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Page 2 Shoalwater Bay News November 2017 Page 19 Shoalwater Bay News November 2017 Resolutions

Resolution 8-04-17-38,39,40,41,42,43 Resolution 7-28-17-34,35,36,37 Whereas, the Shoalwater Bay Tribal Council has the power and responsibility Whereas, The Shoalwater Bay Indian Whereas, the Shoalwater Bay Indian to protect and manage the land owned Tribe has enrollment requirements that Tribe has enrollment requirements that by the Tribe, the Tribe’s resources; are specific to the membership of the are specific to the membership of the water, air, earth, wildlife, and protect tribe, now tribe, now the rights of Tribal members and the November Birthdays Therefore Be It Resolved, The Therefore Be It Resolved, The Shoalwa- community, and 1st-Dennis Julnes 17th-Arora Sandoz Shoalwater Bay Tribal Council does ter Bay Tribal Council does hereby Whereas, the Tribal Council has actively 3rd-Charles Willoughby 20th-Erik McDonald hereby approve the membership of the approve the membership of the opposed the use of pesticides by the following: following: 6th-Anita Radencich 21st-Noel Van Giesen WGHOGA in Willapa Bay for 20+ Liam Aidan Taylor Adalyn Nichole Christensen 6th-Dakota Davis 21st-Trey Wright years, and

7th-Karma Rosander 22nd-Stacey Cass Lilianah Bening Taylor Michael Harry Nelson Now Therefore Be It Resolved, that from this day forward, the Shoalwater Bay 8th-Corinna Atkinson 22nd-Delia Culp Rowan Esme Taylor Novaleigh Angelique Taylor Tribal Council shall continue to actively 12th-Samuel Clark 23rd-Hunter Ellingburg Rowan Bea Johnson Jace Alan MacGregor oppose the Willapa Grays Harbor 13th-Kira Nelson 23rd-Hazel Mckenney Noelle Elizabeth Nelson 5 for 0 against 0 abstaining Oyster Growers Association’s use of carbaryl and neonicotinoid based 14th-Ashley Hatton 23rd-Aiyanna Hatton Alice Ruth Kranich pesticides in Willapa Bay to control 15th-Abbra Bailey 24th-Gunner West 5 for 0 against 0 abstaining Resolution 10-06-17-47 ghost and mud shrimp. 16th-Shelly Forsberg 27th-Jacob Christensen Sr. Whereas, the Shoalwater Bay Tribal 5 for 0 against 0 abstaining 16th-Autumn Mckenney 27th-Samantha Mckenney Council is the governing body of the

17th-Sophia Bennett-Leber 28th-Linda Ostervold Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe in accordance with the Tribal Constitution 17th-Tre’lo Bailey 29th-Junel Davidsen and By-laws, and

Medical Wellness Center Mental Health Jeanne Paul, LMFT Stephen Bell D.O. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Employee Anniversaries Doctor of Osteopath Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist Emily Maldonado PA-C (360)267-2508 Physicians Assistance Certified Sally Heath, LICSW, CDP (360) 267-0119 or (800)841-2244 option 0 Licensed Clinical Social Worker Karen Leatta Anderson, Court Clerk/Tribal Enrollment Assistant-17 years Chemical Dependency Professional (360)267-2508 Glenn Killingbeck, Audit Agent-8 Years James States, MD Medical Doctor Leonard Rosander Jr., Water System Technician-7 years Dental Adolescent Medicine Specialist Greg Cebulla, DDS (360)267-2508 Doctor of Dental Surgery Substance Abuse Denny W. Homer, D.M.D. Laura Hamilton, CDP Doctor of Dental Medicine Chemical Dependency Professional Lindsey Gerow, RDH Program/Manager/Clinical Supervisor Registered Dental Hygienist (360)267-8126

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By Charlene Nelson, Tribal Chairperson

November 1, 2017

Dear Tribal Family, We have had our first three fall storms already, but we have also had some beautiful fall days that made it fun to be outdoors. It reminded me to buy bulbs to plant now so I can enjoy the bright colors and sweet smells when they begin to push out of the ground in late January. I love daffodils, narcissus and tulips, just add cedar trees and they all symbolize hope to me. I attended the Looking Forward Together meeting at Squaxin Island last Thursday. It was interesting to hear about what is available in care for Elders and what is not. During the evening program I told a Tidewoman story but changed it into a play so I could involve the audience. It was fun and the best way to keep everyone awake because we all had just eaten a dinner like a Potlatch feast. The Elders and presenters were intrepid and were great in their parts. I think at the end of the evening everyone was tired, but felt happy about the successful meeting and the joy of being together to remember we all share the same challenges. We stand together in support for all our Elders. The Squaxin Island Tribe is a kind, welcoming Tribe, and were wonderful hosts and SPIPA did an excellent job putting together the day meeting and the evening program. Nisqually Red Wind Casino generously sponsored the delicious meal. Masi to the Nisqually Tribe , Squaxin Tribe and SPIPA for caring for us all and giving us hope. Charlene

Telling the story of Tide Woman with the help of volunteers from the audience

Page 4 Shoalwater Bay News November 2017 The Great Shake Out 2017 Looking Forward Together Elder’s Conference

Left: Leah Thomas, Lee Left: HR Director, Jessie Shipman and Frank Smith and IT Director Shipman listening to a Jim Schaefer answering a speaker trivia question asked by Right: Lee Shipman and Lee Shipman. Frank Shipman Right: Jennifer Taylor, Vice Chair and Sarah Beck, Wellness Center, answering their trivia question.

Left: Chairwoman Charlene Nelson speak- ing Le: Linda Kauzlarich, Wellness Center, taking cover during the drill. Right: Tanya Brown, Vicki Simera, Leah Right: Holly Blake with her raffle Thomas and Linda prize and Chief Robin Souvinir. Kauzlarich

Kyle Rogers, tribal member and SPIPA employee, was the master of ceremonies for the conference

October 19th was the world’s largest earthquake drill, the Great Shake Out. This event happens annually, and here at Shoalwater Bay, we take it seriously. At 10:19 a.m., the “shaking” began. On Thursday, October 26th, Wellness Center staff, Social Services, Administration and a Everyone dropped, took cover, and held on. After small group of tribal elders were able to attend the Looking Forward Together conference

Wellness Center staff volunteering to represent in- about 4 minutes, everyone convened in the upstairs for Elders’ support and services. The conference was held at Squaxin Island Community jured earthquake victims in a role playing skit meeting room of the Wellness Center. Normally, the Kitchen, and was sponsored by SPIPA, with a meal sponsored by Nisqually Red Wind drill includes a brisk walk on the tsunami evacuation Casino. route up the hill, but weather did not permit this year. The conference was short and sweet and packed with tons of valuable information Once at the Wellness Center, there were trivia regarding Elder’s care, programs, health, and support services. A lot was learned and games, raffles, and important information about many tools gathered for our toolboxes to bring back to the community and utilize. Our earthquakes and tsunamis. Not to mention, a little Elders’ are one of our most important treasures and it is important to keep up on what fun as well. services are available for them.

Vicki Simera and Tanya Brown taking cover during drill

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November 2017 Library Snippets By Linda R Rose, Library Manager

Storms mean wind rain and cold weather. I hope everyone is keeping warm and safely inside from the inclimate weather. Winter is finally upon us. Speaking of weather, we have David Berger coming to the Library to speak about his book. Maybe do some reading, and he will be willing to sign copies if you’d like after your purchase. David will be here Saturday November 18, 2017 @ 1PM. His title is “The Razor’s Edge. The Washington Razor Clam Phenomenon.” If you have ever dug clams, you would enjoy the stories, and even if you haven’t, you may want to hear what he has to say. Those elusive razor clams, Siliqua Patula, also known as a large marine bivalve mollusk in the family Pharidae, are like gold to some people. December is creeping up fast as well. I’m hoping to have plenty of volunteers to help cook our breakfast for all the little kids and adults. Please let me know ASAP if you plan to volunteer. I want to make sure we are covered. The Breakfast will be Dec 17, 2017 in the Tribal Center meeting room. We will have breakfast, music, Santa, drawings, and a whole lot of fun. I also need to know how many kids are coming, and their ages. This is very important in order for me to purchase the right amount of gifts for the kids. Well, I hope you all have a nice Thanksgiving and have lots of good food and family time together. Thank you all.

If you are attending college in the 2018- 2019 school year, it is time to fill out your Federal Financial Aid forms. The earlier, the better!

Page 14 Shoalwater Bay News November 2017 Page 7 Shoalwater Bay News November 2017 Indigenous Pink Day-October 19th

Indigenous Pink Day, on October 19th, was a national breast cancer awareness campaign for American November 2017 Indians/Alaska Natives. The American Indian Cancer Foundation asked men and women of all ages to wear pink and share photos on social media using the hashtag #IndigenousPink to spread breast cancer 11:30 am-1pm awareness. Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death and the most common cancer found Monday through Friday: $4.00 in American Indian/Alaska Native women. The goal of Indigenous Pink Day is to educate all indigenous people on the importance of early detection and remind men and women to keep up to date on their screenings. This is a national awareness campaign, so you can participate from wherever you are! Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat This year, our Wellness Center staff participated in Indigenous Pink Day by wearing pink to honor breast cancer warriors and survivors. 1 2 3 4

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Page 9 Shoalwater Bay News November 2017 News From Around Indian Country November is Native American Heritage Month

American Indian Movement Co-Founder Dennis Banks Dies at 80 Years of Age Dennis Banks walked on amidst family, friends and Native song on October 29th, 2017

American Indian Movement co-founder, activist, author and As a teacher, Dennis Banks taught at Deganawida Quetzecoatl teacher Dennis Banks has died at 80 years of age. Banks died University in the 80’s but later was incarcerated for 1973 from complications of pneumonia he had contracted following charges at the infamous ‘Custer riot.’ After an 18-month term, open heart surgery. Banks continued to work for the rights of Native people both as a drug and alcohol counselor on the Pine Ridge Reservation According to a recent post on his Facebook page by his family, and as an activist fighting for Native gravesite protections and Dennis Banks passed away at 10:10 pm on October 29, 2017 repatriation, and legislation to protect these sites. amidst family, friends and traditional song. In 1978, Banks initiated “The Longest Walk” a traditional and “Our father Dennis J. Banks started his journey to the spirit spiritual journey from San Francisco to Washington DC. As- world at 10:10 pm on October 29, 2017. As he took his last breaths, pects of the longest walk are still celebrated annually. Minoh sang him four songs for his journey. All the family who were present prayed over him and said our individual goodbyes. In addition to his activism, Dennis Banks acted in movies such Then we proudly sang him the AIM song as his final send off. as War Party (1988), The Last of the Mohicans (1992), Thun- Our father will be laid to rest in his home community of Leech derheart (1992), and Older Than America (2008). As a musi- Lake, MN. Presiding over traditional services will be Terry cian he released Still Strong (1993) and teamed up with Peter Nelson. We welcome all who would like to pay respects. As soon as Gabriel on Les Musiques du Monde and with Golden Globe and arrangements are finalized, we will post details.Still Humbly Grammy Award-winning artist Kitaro on the CD Let Mother Yours, The children and grandchildren of Nowacumig.” Earth Speak.

In response to the announcement of his death, Facebook and He also got into politics and in August 2016, Banks was the Twitter have already been flooded with comments. vice presidential nominee on the , a socialist political party with ballot access in California with Dennis Banks (Leech Lake Reservation, Ojibwa / presidential nominee . Anishinabe) is well-known for his role in co-founding the American Indian Movement (AIM) alongside George Mitchell As Dennis Banks once told Indian Country Today in a 2013 and . interview, there will always be a place for activism and change.

Banks is also infamous for his interactions with fellow AIM “There’s always going to be a need for change whether it’s the activist at the . At American Indian Movement or Idle No More. Whether it’s the Wounded Knee uprising, federal agents fought against Na- now or 10 years from now, we’re always going to need those tive occupiers for 71 days resulting in the loss of life of two people to go out and confront the issues and take a stand even tribal members and serious wounds to a federal agent. if we all become doctors and lawyers and senators and con- gressmen, even if we all become millionaires. There will still be Means and Banks were charged in 1974 for their participation a need to tell America that there are some very important con- in the occupation, however, a judge in federal court threw out tracts that were made in the 1700s and 1800s that deal with the charges on the grounds of federal misconduct. our land.”

On April 12, 2012, Banks received a Living Legends Award in The family has stated Dennis Banks will be buried in Leech Washington D.C. for his ‘contributions as a co-founder of Lake, Minnesota with traditional services. the American Indian Movement and his ‘commitment to the well being of the American Indian community.’ Vincent Schilling with ICTNM