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Win AwenenOfficial newspaper of the SaultNisitotung Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Sault Tribe receives $2.5M federal HHS grant The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of diseases such as diabetes, heart tobacco-free living, active living blood pressure and high choles- visit www.healthysaulttribe.net. Chippewa Indians is one of 61 disease, stroke and cancer. This and healthy eating and evidence- terol. Those wanting to learn more communities selected to receive funding is available under the based quality clinical and other To learn more about Sault Ste. about Community Transformation funding in order to address tobac- Affordable Care Act to improve preventive services, specifically Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians’ Grants, visit www.cdc.gov/com- co free living, active and healthy health in states and communities prevention and control of high prevention and wellness projects, munitytransformation. living, and increased use of high and control health care spending. impact quality clinical preventa- Over 20 percent of grant funds tive services across the tribe’s will be directed to rural and fron- seven-county service area. The tier areas. The grants are expected U.S. Department of Health and to run for five years, with projects Human Services announced the expanding their scope and reach grants Sept. 27. over time as resources permit. The tribe’s Community Health According to Hillman, the Sault Department will receive $2.5 mil- Tribe’s grant project will include lion or $500,000 annually for five working with partner communities years. and schools to make environmen- “We are honored and thrilled to tal, program and infrastructure be given this opportunity to impact changes that will lead to healthier the health of our tribal mem- communities. bers and all who live within our “The cost of managing chronic tribe’s service area,” said Marilyn diseases for the tribe continues to Hillman, RN, MPH Sault Tribe grow, and the tribal population has Community Health manager. The a disproportionate incidence of tribe’s service area includes the chronic disease,” said Hillman. “In counties of Chippewa, Mackinac, the United States, chronic diseases Schoolcraft, Delta, Marquette, such as heart disease, cancer and Alger and Luce. diabetes are the leading causes of The U.S. Department of Health death, disability and health care and Human Services awarded costs, accounting for 70 percent of approximately $103 million in all deaths each year and 75 percent Community Transformation Grants of all medical costs. Although to 61 states and communities, chronic diseases are among the reaching more than 120 million most common and costly health Americans. The grants will sup- problems in the country, they are port the planning and implemen- also among the most preventable.” tation of state and community Nationwide, the grants will Elk of A lIfEtIME — Russell Hudak Sr. proudly shows off his 660-pound 7x7 bull elk taken this season with a projects proven to reduce chronic focus on three priority areas: tribal permit. Russell poses with his son, Russell Jr., left, and his nephew, Clarence Hudak, right. Tribe gets $1.63 million from Dept. of Justice Sault Ste. Marie Chippewa to Chief Judge Jocelyn Fabry. DOJ combined Tribal and Advocacy Resource ing drug screens, performing client Tribal Court received over The Sault Ste. Marie Chippewa pre-existing Center received $514,218 from the compliance checks, and transport- $400,000 from the Department of Tribal Court applied for a DOJ tribal competi- DOJ’s Office of Violence Against ing clients to court-ordered ser- Justice (DOJ) to establish a fam- Coordinated Tribal Assistance tive solicitations Women. vices. The grant funding also will ily healing-to-wellness court and Solicitation (CTAS) grant for fis- into one applica- “This grant will provide fund- provide drug screens, emergency refine the existing criminal drug cal year 2011. tion and thus ing over a three- assistance, and incentives to heal- court, Gwaiak Miicon, according This is the second year that the required only year period,” ing-to-wellness court families. The one application said Chief of Court will also use grant funds to from each tribe. Police Robert train the drug court team members This approach Marchand. at the state and national levels. Chief Judge provides tribes Jocelyn fabry “This funding According to

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Gaylord, MI PRSRT STD U.S. Postage nity to develop a comprehensive our community Manager Lori Permit No. 30 approach to public safety and vic- policing efforts. Jump, ARC will timization issues. It will allow our use its funding Chief of Police For fiscal year 2011, DOJ department to Bob Marchand for three purpos- grants awards under the CTAS provide much es: contracting totaled just over $118 million, needed training, equipment and with an attorney of which Sault Tribe received technology for our officers to keep for prosecu- $1,626,564. The Tribal Court, up with the ever changing world tion duties, to Sault Tribe Law Enforcement and we live in.” increase pros- ARC Manager the Advocacy Resource Center Law Enforcement will replace ecution rates lori Jump (ARC) each received separate its vehicle fleet over the three- of domestic grant awards under the CTAS. The year grant period and purchase a violence, sexual assault, stalking DOJ awarded the Sault Ste. Marie new patrol vessel for conservation and dating violence; contracting Chippewa Tribal Court $401,914. enforcement efforts. with two persons — one male and This award is supported under the Under the grant proposal, one female — to provide group Bureau of Justice Assistance Tribal Tribal Court will use these funds facilitation services for the men’s Court Assistance Program (TCAP) to establish a family healing-to- education group in domestic vio- to further develop and enhance the wellness court and refine the exist- lence cases; and for two part-time operations of Tribal justice sys- ing criminal drug court, Gwaiak shelter workers to increase cover- tems over the next three years. Miicon. Specifically, funding age of the shelter facility. Tribal Law Enforcement will be used to hire a part-time The Court will also use grant

Win Awenen Win Nisitotung Ashmun 531 St. Sault Marie Ste. MI 49783 received $710,432 from COPS employee to assist in administer- See “DOJ grants,” page 10 Page 2 Notes & Notices October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Sault Tribe committee intent and three letters of reference your chili team or general infor- and friends at the Niigaanagiizhik Hessel doings: to Tara Benoit 523 Ashmun St., mation about this great annual Building on the reservation in openings Hessel area Youth Education Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783. Please event, check out the chili cook off Sault Ste. Marie at 11 Ice Circle. and Activities Program, October The Great Lakes Conservation call 635-6050 or email tbenoit@ page on the United Way website, Dinner will be served from 3 to 7 Committee has one vacant seat for dates to remember: saulttribe.net with any questions. www.unitedwayeup.org. p.m., Oct. 8. Oct. 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Muk- a small boat captain license holder. Stop by any time, stay for din- Interested tribal members should kwa Giizhik Drum, everyone Hunting for Heroes— Spaghetti dinner ner or get something to go. welcome. send one letter of intent and three For more information, call letters of reference to Tara Benoit Oct. 20, 5-6 p.m., tribal youth 2011 chili cook off set fundraiser on Oct. 8 (906) 253-0320. council meeting for students in 523 Ashmun Street, Sault Ste. Dave Ripley is undergoing for Nov. 14 grades 7-12. Marie, MI 49783. Please call (906) treatments for cancer. A spaghetti The annual United Way Chili Oct. 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Muk- 635-6050 or send email tbenoit@ benefit dinner to help him through Wonderful home for Cook-off will be held Nov. 14 at kwa Giizhik Drum practice. saulttribe.net with any questions. this difficult time is scheduled for the LSSU Norris Center from 4 to sale, only $33,000! Oct. 27, 6-8 p.m., talking circle, The Special Needs/Enrollment Oct. 8. The money raised will help A tribal member wishes to sell 7 p.m. Admission is $6 for ages 13 everyone welcome, Mukkwa Committee currently has four him get the necessary surgery, a home on tribal land. The home is and up, $3 for children ages 6-12, Giizhik Community Committee. vacant seats. Interested tribal treatment and medications. The at 14 Kristin Circle in Kincheloe, and free for children ages 4 and Hessel powwow meeting dates members should send one letter of event will be hosted by his family Mich. It is a tri-level duplex with under. For more details regarding to remember: three bedrooms and one bathroom Oct. 13, 5 p.m., powwow meet- that comes completely furnished Sault Tribe Housing Authority ing. with nice washer and dryer, new is having an Open House. Nov. 5, gathering of the pipes. roof and new water heater. Nov. 10, 5 p.m., powwow Wednesday, October 12th , 2011 Must be seen to be appreciated! meeting. SE 4:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m Many of the furnishings are OU Nov. 17, 6 p.m., talking circle, H Also available by appointment vintage and in great condition. The bring a dish to pass. PEN October 7th - October 17th, 2011 living room is floored in Prado O Dec. 15, 5 p.m., powwow meet- wood laminate. Many other fine ing. features too numerous to list! All x One Story Home Meetings will be held at the Need more information for only $33,000! Call (810) 399- Hessel Tribal Center. contact a x 3 Bedroom House 9384 to inquire. Homeownership x Appliances Included Specialist x Immediate Occupancy Dana Piippo or Annie Thibert with the x 30 days to submit Veteran’s listening Sault Tribe Housing sealed offer Authority session Oct. 11 in Sault 906-495-1450 1801 JK Lumsden Way, The Oscar G. Johnson all veterans. 1-800-794-4072 VA Medical Center in Iron Leaders from the VA Medical Sault Ste Marie, MI 49783 Mountain, Mich,, and Sault Tribe Center and VA Offices of health services will be hosting Rural Health (ORH) and Tribal Must be a Veterans’If you Listening want somethingSession aroundGovernment 4 inches Relations in width: (OTGR) *Income eligible* on Tuesday, Oct. 11 at the will be on hand to listen to vet- * Meet requirements to Hold Land Lease * Sault Tribe Health and Human erans’ comments and concerns. * Be able to Secure Conventional Financing * Services building2 column in Sault (4.2Ste. inch)They X 5 will inch also = $85discuss VA ben- Marie, Mich. efits and how veterans can be Asking Price $62,000 The listening session is set for better served. Refreshments will More Homes Available in the Future! 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. and is open to be provided. Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians Sault Tribe Housing Authority Housing Authority is having an Open House. Thursday, October 13th , 2011 4:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m Down Payment USE Also available by appointment HO October 7th - October 17th, 2011 OPEN Assistance Program x One Story Home Need more information contact a x 5 Bedroom House Homeownership x Appliances Included Specialist Immediate Occupancy Dana Piippo or Annie Thibert x with the x 30 days to submit Must be a Sault Tribe Member Sault Tribe Housing sealed offer Be at least 18 years old Authority Be a first-time homebuyer 906-495-1450 Be within the income guidelines 1-800-794-4072 Must be able to put $500.00 of own money 17 Tamara Lynn Circle, Qualify for a mortgage at a lender of your choice Kincheloe, MI 49788 *Must live in the seven county service area: Chippewa, Luce, Mackinac, Alger, Delta, Schoolcraft, & Marquette Must be *Income eligible* Application Period October 3, 2011 through November 14, 2011 * Meet requirements to Hold Land Lease * * Be able to Secure Conventional Financing * You could receive $9500.00 for a down payment / closing costs Asking Price $44,100 More Homes Available in the Future! Contact Dana Piippo or Annie Thibert at 906.495.1450 or [email protected], [email protected]

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The regular rate is $18 per year, Fax: (906) 632-6556 (Tuesdays) (Fridays) Rick Smith...... Staff Writer Win Awenen Nisitotung is funded $11 for senior citizens and $30 to E-mail: [email protected] Oct. 25...... Nov. 4 Sherrie Lucas...... Secretary by the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Canada. Please call for other foreign Nov. 29...... Dec. 9 October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung News Page 3 Director of DHS meets with Sault Tribe and Bay Mills in the interest of child welfare By Brenda Austin SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. —Former Michigan Supreme Court Justice Maura Corrigan began serving as the Director of the Michigan Department of Human Services in January. Since that time she has made a great effort to bring tribes to the table as peers in the mission of serv- ing Native American children and their families. The Sault Tribe hosted a meet and greet infor- mational meeting Aug. 25 at the tribe’s administration building welcoming Corrigan and her staff During the meeting, Corrigan (left) signed a as new tribal-state partners. consultation agreement between DHS and the Bay Mills Indian Community Bay Mills Indian Community, giving structure to Child Welfare Director Christine Photos by Brenda Austin what is expected of DHS by aligning tribal state McPherson also attended the meet- Director of the Michigan Department of Human Services, Maura Corrigan (left center) and some of goals and responsibilities. Sharon Teeple (right) ing. her staff members met with Sault Tribe and Bay Mills representatives recently for a meet and greet representated BMIC during the signing of the “Very refreshing,” is how and to review both state and tribal child welfare efforts. agreement. Melissa VanLuven, Child of DHS has been child welfare. I also initiated a training program are saying in a way they will prob- “It is opening up a golden oppor- Placement program director of truly believe that this issue is cen- for new employees to ensure they ably not hear anywhere else. That tunity for us to be a true partner.” the Sault Tribe ACFS Binogii tral to our resurgence and to our fully understand the Indian Child will help DHS understand why Of the 12 federally recognized Placement Agency, referred to future.” Welfare Act (ICWA). She said that maybe something is an issue for a tribes in Michigan, as of the Director Corrigan’s attitude and As part of that commitment, her respect for, and recognition tribe and allows them to find some August meet and greet, 11 had approach. Since both ACFS and her office has undertaken a num- of, the sovereignty of Michigan’s common ground to help resolve finalized and signed a consulta- DHS interact on a daily basis, ber of initiatives beginning with a tribes began long before she those issues,” she said. “I think we tion agreement between DHS and VanLuven said it really benefits goal of recruiting 1,000 new child became the director of DHS. “In can take some things from DHS each nation. During the meeting, everyone involved for the agencies placement services (CPS) and my many years as a Michigan that will help us and I think they Corrigan signed the 11th agree- to have such a good working rela- assistance workers by the end of Supreme Court Justice, I wrote can take some things from the ment, giving structure to what is tionship. the summer. By the end of August, opinions regarding the sovereignty tribes that will help them.” expected of DHS by aligning tribal In a speech she gave last April, over 800 had been hired. The ratio of Michigan’s tribes,”she said. Putting the best policies and state goals and responsibilities. Corrigan said, “In the last decade, of cases to worker was recently VanLuven said that having a services the tribes and DHS can VanLuven said she is looking the one issue that has consistently reduced by DHS, requiring the common understanding is impor- offer into motion benefits every- forward to working with Corrigan inspired me, frustrated me and need for more CPS workers. tant. “Having DHS representatives one. “Everybody is looking at how and her staff in the best interest ultimately caused me to accept the Corrigan said the DHS office sit at the table with tribal represen- business is done and how we can of Sault Tribe children and their governor’s offer to take the helm of Native American Affairs has tatives lets them hear what tribes pool resources,” VanLuven said. families. Lori Jump appointed to

Bfederaly Brenda Austin task force Lori Jump, program man- ager for the Sault Tribe Advocacy Lifeline service. Resource Center, was recently appointed to the Task Force on Qualified low-incomeresidentsof Michigan may receive discounted service Research on Violence Against from AT&T under the Lifeline program. Customers must meet certain eligibility criteria based on income level or current participation American Indians and Alaska in financial assistance programs. Native Women by U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder. The Department of Justice’s National Institute of Justice is required to conduct a national research study on violence against Indian women under Title IX of the Violence Against Women Act of 2005. Jump said she believes it is these opportunities are available. important for tribal members “There has never been any serious everywhere to participate at the research on violence in state and federal levels when See “Lori Jump” page 8

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Photo by Rick Smith Carter Bailey has completed one Kendal King proudly displays her Terri Yiirs applies face paint to Photo by Rick Smith year of Head Start. certificate to family members. Dora the Explorer stopped by the Sault Tribe Child Care Center in Sault Gabriella Castaneda. Ste. Marie to visit with the children during seasonal ending festivities on Aug. 26. Dora’s appearance and the face paintings came courtesy of Simply Unforgetable Weddings and Events of Sault Ste. Marie.

Photos by Brenda Austin Logan Orr and mom Lindsey Hill. Anna Collins and dad Matt Collins, congratulating her.

Cotton Pages (center) and Ethan Eggert with his prized medallion.

Todd, Eleanor and Stephanie Miller. Jerstin Jones-McLean and mom Ashley McLean.

Libby Tobias (left), Jada Hall-Pine and Anna Collins.

Kyra Pemberton (left) and Jada Hall-Pine. Eden Palmer and mom Amanda Palmer. Maraya Cairns (left), Aubrie and mom Pricilla Pine. october 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung News Page 5 Elder Advisory Committee meetings briefing July 25 — Bob Menard opened and cultural role of the elders in bers were present. Those absent for the forum in their area and that have polled the committee by the meeting at 12:27 p.m. and a the tribal community. were excused. Five guests were information and the logistics of phone according to the bylaws. prayer was offered by Dolores He went over the “Meet the in attendance. Acting Chairperson the plan will also be discussed at There was no elders services LeVeque. A moment of silence Candidate Forum” document that Lana Causley and Director the September meeting. report as Sheryl Hammock was was observed for those of our he had revised to reflect the con- Catherine Hollowell from the Menard also reported the Seven not in attendance. community who recently walked cerns and suggestions put forth board of directors were in atten- Grandfathers stones were present- A question was asked regard- on and for our armed forces and by various board members at the dance along with Health Division ed to the board in the name of the ing whether either board member their families. board of directors workshop/EAC Director Bonnie Culfa and execu- EAC and will be displayed at each knew if the Mackinaw Band was Secretary Joan Karlson took special meeting of July 12. Each tive assistant Sheri Wallis. board meeting. still pursuing recognition sepa- the roll. There was a quorum. item was reviewed and agreed The agenda was accepted and New business — Menard rate from the Sault Tribe. Both Nine voting members and two upon resulting in the revised doc- the minutes of the July 25, 2011, apologized for having sent a let- Causley and Hollowell expressed alternate members were present. ument being unanimously adopted meeting were approved as pre- ter to the Joseph K. Lumsden their opinions on the matter and Those absent were excused. Two on a motion by Jerry Miller and sented. Bahweting Public School that if such an effort still exists, guests were in attendance. No supported by Worley Rittenhouse. Causley and Hollowell report- Academy under the name of the both agreed there would be a one from the Sault Tribe Board of On a motion by Dolores ed on recent issues considered by EAC requesting a donation for lengthy process for that to occur. Directors attended. Elder Division LeVeque, supported by Joan the board and fielded questions the MIEA Student Incentive and There was no certainty as to the Director Sheryl Hammock and Karlson and carried unanimously, from those in attendance. Culfa Scholarship Programs, as had consequences to the Sault Tribe. Americorp VISTA volunteer Menard was authorized to pres- reported on issues related to the been done last year, but this year On a motion made by Jerry Courtney Gervais attended. ent the final, revised document to Health Division and fielded ques- without committee action. He Miller seconded by Brenda The agenda was accepted and the board of directors at the board tions from those in attendance. explained why he did it and asked Garries and carried, the meeting the minutes of the June 27, 2011, meeting scheduled in the Sault on Old business — Menard for late approval. Consensus was was adjourned at 2:05 p.m. with meeting and the July 12, 2011, the following day. introduced Election Committee that it was for a good cause and the next regularly scheduled meet- special meeting minutes were Elders services report Chairman Mike McKerchie who he was forgiven. Menard should ing to be Sept. 26, 2011. approved as presented. — Sheryl Hammock introduced explained the policy regarding Old business — Phil Payment Courtney Gervais who is the where a person votes relative to reported there was nothing new new Americorp VISTA volunteer having changed residency. There to report on the Elder Advisory worker. were some who were skeptical Committee (EAC) sponsored Menard said he would like to that the policy, as explained, was scholarships but he did ask Sheryl present to the board of directors, followed in each case. Hammock to verify that all unit in the name of the committee, his Phil Payment reported that the For Sale subcommittees had sent in their set of Lake Superior rocks, which judging process was under way donation to the program. She said have printed on them the ten- on the EAC sponsored scholar- everyone was up to date. ants of the Seven Grandfathers. ships and the results would be Menard reported informa- He will ask that they be promi- available for the September meet- tion he had been given by the nently displayed at each board of ing so the awards can be autho- Election Committee regarding directors meeting to convey the rized by committee action. where a person votes after hav- essence of the sacred teachings Menard opened the discus- ing moved. Bob was told he still and the spirit of the elders as the sion on the “Meet the Candidate had the wrong scenario. It was board members engage in the Forum” issue by thanking all the agreed someone from the Election business of the tribe. All agreed. members for lobbying the issue Committee should be asked to The meeting was adjourned at in their areas, which undoubtedly attend the next meeting. 1:45 p.m. with the next regularly led to affirmation of the proposal Menard opened the discus- scheduled meeting to be Aug. 22, by the board of directors. sion on the “Meet the Candidate 2011. Bob explained how the voting Forum” issue by giving a history Aug. 22 — Bob Menard went and that Mike McKerchie of what transpired to date. Then, opened the meeting at 12:30 was present and spoke in favor Cabin in the Woods on W. lakeshore Dr. once again, Menard spent a con- p.m. and a prayer was offered by of the proposal. McKerchie said lake Superior! National Forest! Casino! siderable amount of time engaging Dolores LeVeque. A moment of that the window of opportunity to Numerous beaches nearby, the group in a discussion on the silence was observed for those hold the forums is little more than significance of the elders hav- of our community who recently one week and that might cause a but No Waterfront Taxes! ing permission to provide such walked on and for our armed logistics problem due to the need an important benefit to the tribal forces and their families. to hold a forum in each unit sub- community. He stressed the fact With Secretary Joan Karlson committee area. that if allowed by the board of being absent, Judy LaJoie took Menard said each committee directors, it would not only great- the roll and notes for the minutes. member should go to their next ly benefit the tribal community, There was a quorum. Eight voting unit subcommittee meeting and it would reinforce the traditional members and five alternate mem- discuss who will be the facilitator Thanks for vets memorial support rial. The committee as well as the Native American veterans of our tribe thank you very much for your support. Joan Anderson’s father, John P. Carr, descendant of Chief Nahbenayashe, was included on $ this memorial along with my 10 All for only 59,900 other family members, includ- ing my grandfather, cousins and Great hunting, fishing and recreational cabin! uncles as far back as the Civil War Right beside National Hiawatha Forest — — all Native Americans including hunting, ice fishing, snowmobiling, trail hiking, Francis X. LaValley, who moved 12 miles from casino resort! Great Vacation or to the AuTrain area in 1850 from Retirement Spot. the Sault. Ed and Michael’s Native roots also descend from the Sault Quaint sturdy 1920s cabin. Plus, unfinished through the LaBattes and LaCoys. house with attached 2-bay garage and loft. I would also like to thank my Solid construction. On wooded 1.6 acre lot. aunt, Anita Bebo-Nelson, for all Finish and Rent one, Live in the Other! Left to right, Sault Tribe Unit V Representative Joan Carr Anderson, Marine the genealogy work she did for the Sgt. Edward Moore (Vietnam), US Navy E-3 Franciene Bebo-Hassman memorial and the many hours she See this unique gem by contacting (Hospital Corp Great Lakes, Vietnam Era) and Army SP4 Michael D. put in making it the great success Margaret Crawford, Assoc. Broker, at: Tiernan (Vietnam). it is. Smith & Company Real Estate Dear editor, new AuTrain Veteran’s Memorial I’m very proud of the way our 3291 I-75 Business Spur I am a proud member of our in AuTrain, Alger County, Mich., tribe honors its veterans. I worked Sault Ste. Marie MI tribe and recently traveled from were proud Native American with veterans for over 30 years (906) 632-9696 my home in Waupaca,Wisc., to Vietnam veterans Marine Sgt. and, believe me, all they ever cell: 906-630-2608 attend a wonderful dedication Edward Moore, Army SP4 wanted was the respect and sup- to the veterans of Alger County. Michael D. Tiernan and I from port of others and the benefits they Most of all, I was not only proud our tribe along with Joan Carr earned. Please continue this tradi- of my own family but of my tribal Anderson, Unit V director. The tion. family’s participation in the event. Sault Tribe was a large contributor Franciene Bebo-Hassman Celebrating or taking part in the to the construction of the memo- Waupaca,Wisc. www.smith-company.com [email protected] Page 6 KEwadin Casinos October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung .38 Special set to perform at Kewadin Sault American rockers .38 Special .38 Special was formed by will perform in the DreamMakers neighborhood friends Don Barnes Theater at Kewadin Sault on and Donnie Van Zant in 1974 in Nov. 18. Since 1976, the band Jacksonville, Fla. The band’s first has released more than 15 albums two albums had a strong southern and from the start they’ve toured rock influence. By the early 1980s, relentlessly, bringing their signature .38 Special had shifted to a more brand of ‘muscle and melody’ to accessible arena rock style without fans worldwide. While attending to abandoning its southern rock roots. this year’s rigorous touring sched- In 2007, 38 Special was the ule, 2011 will see the band deliver opening act on Lynyrd Skynyrd and an explosive live set, .38 Special Hank Williams Jr.’s Rowdy Frynds — Live From Texas. Tour, and on Sept. 27, 2008, they Their breakthrough hit, Hold filmed a CMT Crossroads special On Loosely (1981), was followed with country singer Trace Adkins, up with Caught Up in You (1982) performing both artists’ hits from and If I’d Been the One (1983) over the years. In 2009, .38 Special which both hit No. 1 on Billboard opened for REO Speedwagon Magazine’s Album Rock Tracks and Styx as part of the Can’t Stop chart. Back Where You Belong Rockin’ Tour. 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There’s no place like Kewadin. October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung News Page 7 McKerchie develops guitar instruction book By Rick Smith studio in Moses Lake, Wash. He Sault Tribe member Burton S. became involved in a broadcast McKerchie recently completed engineering program through the development of an instruction National Public Radio (NPR) at and reference book for guitarists. Northern Michigan University in The 93-page book is titled Playing 1983. He stayed with the NMU By the Rules and is geared toward NPR station for 11 years before anyone with an interest in play- moving on to other NPR stations ing guitar whether a beginner or a in Arizona, including working on savvy, seasoned performer. the Hopi Reservation for Northern McKerchie notes that his book Arizona University where he also offers a fresh, new approach to worked in video production of guitar instruction, setting it apart instructional videos for schools from other works. He said the and universities. Moving on to material in Playing By the Rules California, he worked for Radio is set up to allow for visualizing Billingue, a Hispanic NPR station, a sequence of procedures as one and eventually took up consulting complete function. In simple and contracting work in Mexico terms, he explained, he offered an and Central America. He landed example of knowing a route home jobs with radio staions in Alaska from work or school. “You think and continues working as a broad- of the route as one total process cast engineering consultant. while the many individual traffic McKerchie left Alaska last elements involved — stops, turns December, settling in Redwood and so on — are instantly recalled City, Calif., to complete the book from memory as needed,” he said. and concentrate on music pro- In addition, Mckerchie estab- duction. “The book has been a lished a supporting website, Image courtesy of Burton S. McKerchie Photo by Rick Smith thought for years; I didn’t start on Sault Tribe member Burton S. McKerchie recently www.indigitec.com, as an online Cover of the guitar instruction book developed by it until about a year ago,” he said. developed an instruction book and website for learn- source for subscribers to acquire Burton S. McKerchie. The book is intended for use by Those interested should follow ing how to play guitar. the book, in either PDF or as a beginners as well as more advanced guitarists. developments at www.indigitec. hardcopy, take lessons via Skype Born and raised in Sault Ste. his high school years. A stint with he moved to Minnesota where com, check online book sources or online videos, get reference Marie, McKerchie began bending the U.S. Marine Corps from 1969 he continued playing in bands, for availability or watch for hard- materials such as chord charts or guitar strings at the age of 13 and to 1971 took him to Vietnam and, which included work in Nashville, copies on the shelves of book- address any concerns. started playing in bands during after his release from active duty, Tenn., and later started a music stores in Sault Ste. Marie. Latest Ashley Macklin release: Make it Out Alive By Jennifer Dale-Burton the friends’ lives change and the cally print-on-demand books and my soul to the devil, though,” she Echoes author Ashley Macklin dynamics of their friendships eBooks. But the publishing indus- laughed. has a new book out that some change along with them. The try today wants to “mess with your Get your copy — paperback or might call controversial. Titled young people of Echoes are evolv- book” said Macklin. POD and eBook — at Barnes and Noble or Make it Out Alive, Macklin’s ing closer to the adults they will eBooks do save trees and costs — Amazon. new book features a peripheral become. even though there’s nothing like a Make it Out Alive character from Echoes, Kiowa “I’ve gotten to know my char- solid book in your hands, Macklin Ashley Macklin Loonsfoot, who is just trying to acters so well,” said Macklin. feels. But that’s marketing. Xlibris Corporation, Aug. 2011 make it through his senior year “The book wrote itself because “I do feel a little like I sold Paperback, 160pp or eBook ISBN: 1465341978 and launch himself into life some- that’s what my characters would what intact, considering his home do, whether I wanted it to or not.” life. Macklin’s last book had a Unlike Echoes, this entry widespread readership — she has doesn’t feature the supernatural. something of a following in New In Make it Out Alive, Macklin, Zealand as well as modest sales in 25 and a member of the Sault Britain and France. “I paid for my Tribe, examines the issues Native that go with it,” said Macklin. book and then some,” she said. American youth still face today in Stereotypes and issues Native Macklin feels her work has their own communities and society families face today includes improved in this most recent entry. at large, “growing up Native and Kiowa’s father’s alcoholism, The book teeters between teen dealing with all the stereotypes drug use, teen pregnancy, depres- and young adult — there’s some violence, and mature topics. If it were a movie, she’d rate PG-13, Macklin said. Kiowa, or “Key,” was a side character in Echoes, but Macklin knew he’d have his own book. “There’s so much going on in Indian Country that people don’t now about,” she said. In the first book, readers see him in the midst of cultural revival with his family. But in Make it Out Alive, Macklin goes deeper. Macklin said she felt really connected to Key. When she moved to “the rez” in the Sault, her non-Native friends were afraid to get out of their cars when they picked her up or dropped her off. “They wouldn’t come into my house,” Macklin said. Some of their parents even thought they’d lose their civil rights on the reser- vation, under “Indian jurisdiction.” “A lot of people in this town don’t know what’s going on,” she added. The cover art for the last book was Macklin’s and a friend posed for her current book’s cover. Macklin used to have an issue Author Ashley Macklin and a couple of companions. with self-publishing, specifi-

sio and suicide. . Since Echoes, Page 8 News September 2, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Military surplus store opens in Sault Ste. Marie By Rick Smith starting a surplus business during Sault Tribe member Chris the fall of 2008. I realized that I Knauf and his business partner, needed some help staring it, so I Logan Reed, recently opened the pitched the idea to Logan while I 1st Civ Div Quartermaster Supply was on leave during the Christmas Company on Sept. 9 in downtown holidays of 2009,” said Knauf. Sault Ste. Marie at 722 Ashmun The idea of opening a military Street (across from the Burger surplus store in Sault Ste. Marie King franchise). The new busi- took root. Eventually, sensing they ness concern is an independently have the prerequisite capabilities owned and operated military sur- and seeing no major obstacles to plus store. It is the only military their plans, the partners moved surplus store in the city. into action. Knauf served in supply and Although the Quartermaster logistics operations during a Supply carries goods ranging from stint with the Marine Corps MREs (meals, ready to eat) to before enrolling at Michigan assorted headgear to a variety of Technological University in footwear along with many other Houghton where he is in his sec- items of interest to anyone, espe- ond year of studies. Reed earned cially enthusiasts of outdoor pur- a degree in history from Lake suits, they can also order items for Superior State University shortly customers who may want some- before forming plans with Knauf thing outside of their inventory. to open the store. The long-time “We’re willing to search as friends share a common long-held best we can to find anything interest in military history and someone wants to special order it Photo by Rick Smith artifacts. They were intrigued by if need be,” said Reed. Business partners Chris Knauf and Logan Reed stand in front of the recently opened 1st Civ Div Quartermaster some of the concepts practiced by Knauf added, “We are always Supply Company in downtown Sault Ste. Marie at 722 Ashmun Street. The Sault’s sole military surplus store military surplus stores they visited looking for the latest and greatest offers wares with appeal to anyone, especially enthusiasts of military or outdoor recreation interests. in other towns while traveling military gear to supply our area Knauf finishes his current aca- Supply have a standing invita- tent lounge set up inside the shop with the Sault High varsity rifle with and we are always happy demic aims, but Knauf will handle tion for those interested to stop to chat or watch movies involving team. The exposure allowed them to search for items that we don’t supporting functions to help keep by for a cup of coffee and have a the world of the military. the opportunity to learn about the have and bring them in.” the store operating smoothly. gander at the place. Folks might Quartermaster Supply is open operations of such businesses. Reed will be acting as the pri- The partners of Quartermaster also want to relax in their field daily from noon to 8 p.m. “I came up with the idea of mary front man for the shop until From rags to riches, Sault Tribe member owner of multi-million dollar company - JETA Corp. By Brenda Austin, are not being sought out and our line of work.” to hear from them about their Business Advocate for the URS Linda Grow was born in Sault offered an opportunity to bid on She said she hopes to present services and qualifications and Corporation, Deaun Lone Bear, Ste. Marie and grew up in the larger contracts. a solid picture at the conference make a list of companies to take told Grow, “We were very excited west end of the city, graduating Deciding it was time for her to that there are Native-owned com- to the conference to show there to find out about our prior work- from Sault Area High School in diversify and take advantage of panies in manufacturing or distri- are qualified minority companies ing connection with your com- 1962. She is a Sault Tribe mem- the contracts being offered, she bution that can qualify for large who are capable of taking on pany. Your business is the type ber and remembers as a young became the proud owner and CEO contracts through companies such large contracts and doing a good of success story that our Small adult how poverty stricken other of JETA Corporation in 2005, as URS Corporation. “URS is try- job. “I think that would have a Business Diversity program is Native families were during the with their corporate office located ing to educate their buyers to stop big impact, we are really serious looking for. We are happy to ’70s and on into the ’80s. in Neenah, Wis. Her company bypassing minority companies. about this — we are just asking invite you to participate on our Now a successful business is a distributor for the energy, I think this is a good platform to for a chance to bid,” she said. Native American Business Panel.” woman, she is interested in help- construction and industrial mar- sidestep the rhetoric and politics “Everybody has the unique ability The conference will be ing other businesses owned by kets, including nuclear and fossil that are going on within the gov- to fill some kind of niche.” held Nov. 8, 2011, at the URS Native Americans become more fuel energy channels, solar and ernment. One third of the audi- Grow said this is a platform Corporate facility in Boise, where visible and have greater access to wind power. Distributing through ence is going to be representatives for Native American owned busi- government contractors will forming relationships and busi- vendors, JETA does a lot of drop from large public owned corpora- nesses to use to go forward for have the chance to meet with ness partnerships with govern- shipping throughout the U.S. tions such as URS Corporation recognition. “The names of com- potential vendors. The theme ment contractors and buyers. From an initial investment of and another third will be govern- panies who contact me will be of the conference is, “Creating Grow was recently asked by $65,000, her company today gen- ment agencies that go from state part of a list for large companies Business Diversity: a Blueprint the URS Corporation, a publicly erates over $15 million a year. to state holding meetings but not to recognize that there are minor- for the Future in Native American owned industry giant with more She said when they started accomplishing anything,” she ity-owned companies out there in Economic Development.” For than 48,000 employees in over 40 their company only 5 percent of said. manufacturing and distribution more information about the con- countries, to sit on their Native available government contracts It is hoped the last third will be that can qualify. I want to bring ference, email ec-sblo.info@urs. American URS Corporation were being offered to women- interested minority business own- these companies extra dollars com. Attendance at the conference PTAC Conference Panel. She said owned minority businesses. “That ers who will bring their questions because they are seeking us out, is by invitation only. the panel will have question and was really feeble,” she said. and qualifications to the table. but they just don’t know we are To contact JETA Corporation answer sessions with contrac- “There weren’t many minor- Grow said she is asking Native out there. This is going to be CEO Linda Grow and be added to tors, buyers and URS Corporation ity-owned companies out there American owned corporations important for not just our tribe, her list of Native American ven- themselves, to try and figure out that qualified, especially Native and businesses to step forward but for all tribes.” dors, call (888) 380-0805 or email why Native American companies American owned companies in and contact her. She would like Native American Small her at [email protected]. Lori Jump appointed to federal task force — From “Lori Jump” page 3 and murder. The effectiveness of federal, of services available to victims of violence,” Abramson said she is excited that Indian country,” she said. “The statistics are state and tribal response to violence against Bye said. Jump will be representing Native people very hard to find when it comes to violence Indian women will be evaluated and recom- “She has been an advocate for victims of at a national level. “I have watched her in and this research will form the foundation mendations proposed to improve govern- violence for our tribe on a local, state and action at many such meetings and she is for future funding opportunities and ser- ment response. The task force will assist national level for many years. We are very not afraid to speak up on important issues vices.” with the development of the research study pleased that her efforts have been recog- in Indian country,” Abramson said. “I am Jump was recommended to sit on and the implementation of any recommen- nized at a national level with her appoint- a firm believer that our people need to get the task force by Unit I Director Cathy dations as a result of the completed study. ment to the task force,” Bye added. involved at the highest levels of decision Abramson and the Sault Tribe Board of ACFS Division Director Juanita Bye The task force meets about once a making. Having Lori as an active member Directors approved her recommendation by said that Jump has been instrumental in year with its next meeting scheduled for of the Violence Against Women Task Force resolution at a recent board meeting. the development of the tribe’s Domestic December and includes representatives from will ensure that our tribe’s voice will be The national study will focus on domes- Violence Program. “Without her efforts, national tribal domestic violence and sexual heard and will provide us the opportunity to tic violence against Indian women, includ- along with the support of the board of direc- assault nonprofit organizations, tribal gov- help shape the policies that will be devel- ing dating violence, sexual assault, stalking tors, our tribe would not have the multitude ernments and national tribal organizations. oped for our people.” October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Education Page 9 College and Graduate /ŶĚŝǀŝĚƵĂůŝnjĞĚĚƵĐĂƟŽŶWƌŽŐƌĂŵ;/WͿ ƚŚĞĂƐŝĐƐ͗tŚĂƚLJŽƵŶĞĞĚƚŽŬŶŽǁ͊ Horizon workshops College Horizons upcoming uates every two years and Harvard tŝůů ŚĞůƉ LJŽƵ ŐĞƚ ƌĞĂĚLJ ĨŽƌ LJŽƵƌ ĐŚŝůĚ͛Ɛ ŶĞdžƚ /W͘ tĞ ǁŝůů ĨŽĐƵƐ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ĐŽŶŶĞĐƟŽŶ ďĞƚǁĞĞŶ WƌĞƐĞŶƚ >ĞǀĞů ŽĨ ĐĂĚĞŵŝĐ ĐŚŝĞǀĞŵĞŶƚ 2012 workshops will be held University is hosting 2012’s pro- ĂŶĚ &ƵŶĐƟŽŶĂů WĞƌĨŽƌŵĂŶĐĞ ;WƌĞƐĞŶƚ >ĞǀĞůͿ͕ 'ŽĂůƐ ĂŶĚ KďũĞĐƟǀĞƐ͕ throughout June. 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Higher Education Department for Anyone with questions about the 2011-2012 Academic Year Sault Tribe Higher Education with over 100 applicants. The may contact Brandi MacArthur at department would like to thank (906) 635-7784 or bmacarthur@ the Scholarship Committee mem- saulttribe.net. Seasons aren’t the only things that change By Dawn L. TerreLL Your living arrangements, If you receive Social Security if you receive SSI. People who benefits, there are certain things receive SSI are paid, in part, that we need to know about you based on financial need. Payments in order to continue paying your may change based on your living benefits. Here is a reminder of arrangements. Because of that, we some of the most important report- need to know how many people ing responsibilities for people are in your household and how who receive Social Security or the expenses are shared. There Supplemental Security Income. are other things we need to know Your address. 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Marie has the a well respected international declared intent to “reach neglect- organization, according to ed, at risk and abused youth in the Beckett. She is an accomplished area using the quiet strength of dressage trainer and competitor horses and other animals. We are with over 30 years of experience creating a place of peace for the in teaching students with physical youth in our community, where and emotional disabilities. “She they can find respite, hope and and her talented horses regularly safety, no matter what their life’s visit schools, youth programs circumstances.” and nursing homes to pass joy Tapawingo Farms incorporated and hope to others,” Beckett said last July and is in the initial stages Morisse is highly regarded by of development at a 10-acre site Walter Zettl, a renowned Olympic along East 3 Mile Road. equestrian coach, author and Tapawingo is an American trainer. Morisse’s students have Indian term that translates as either won several national titles. a place of peace or place of joy. I n addition to the horses, the Steve and Jessie Beckett, farm has goats, pigs, steers, rab- founders of the budding sanctuary, bits, chickens and dogs. Some don’t have established hours of were acquired for specific thera- operation yet and ask those inter- peutic purposes, some for heritage ested in visiting or using the farm breed preservation and others for to call in advance. Jessie Beckett use as 4-H projects. said group and individual rides A s with many other non-profit and other activities are planned for Photo by Rick Smith organizations, Tapawingo Farms the spring. Plans for construction Butter, an American paint horse, is one of the six horses of Tapawingo Farms, a fledgling non-profit corpora- welcomes volunteers to help of an on-site indoor arena are in tion recently established in Sault Ste. Marie to help troubled youth. Butter, short for Butterscotch, was given the carry out the many tasks that go development to allow for year- name due to part of his coloring. Standing with Butter is Tapawingo Farms co-founder Jessie Beckett. She said along with operating such a farm. round operation. the horses of the farm are selected for gentle dispositions and easy going behavior. Contributors of appropriate mate- The farm is surrounded on rial or funding are also encour- three sides by property owned ing placement between the main Beckett said she has been riding 1989, according to Sault College, aged to help the organization. by Sault Area Public Schools Sault Tribe reservation and the and competing with horses since where he has been an instructor “One of our major expenses, and while within the city limits Odenaang housing site. she was 3 years old and all of her since 1998. The college lists some especially with our brutal the land is zoned for agriculture, The Becketts are reaching out six children are accomplished of his other interests as private Michigan winters, is our feed which allows the Becketts to have to professionals and agencies equestrians. Beckett has been a pilot, bowler and scout leader. costs,” said Beckett. “This would livestock. It is just west of hav- in the area involved in helping 4-H leader for five years and her “We rely heavily on his techni- be a great opportunity where indi- youngsters to form collaborative group, Riverside 4-H, provides cal expertise in the day-to-day viduals can help, even if they are Law Enforcement, relationships. Sault Tribe enti- instruction for youngsters about maintenance of the farm,” Beckett too busy to give their time to our ties such as the Chippewa Tribal horses, goats and rabbits. said. organization.” courts, ARC get Court, Anishnabek Community Her husband, Steve, is an air- The head trainer at Tapawingo Tapawingo Farms can be and Family Services as well as craft maintenance engineer who Farms is Suzanne Morisse, a cer- reached at (906) 322-6381 or via four-year grants the tribe’s Education Department has been involved in aviation since tified trainer in English and west- Facebook. would be the most likely can- From “DOJ grants,” page 1 didates to take advantage of funding to form a tribal action the opportunities presented by plan – the long-term shared vision Tapawingo Farms. The same of sobriety, health and wellness for seems to hold true for counterpart our tribal community, and make individuals and agencies in the a plan on how that vision can mainstream communities of the be attained. As the program gets eastern Upper Peninsula. going, the court will be seeking input from the tribal community “We are currently working on through forums and surveys as to developing an action plan with the most-pressing substance abuse Weber and Devers Psychological problems and potential solutions Services to incorporate the farm the tribe can implement to combat into their extensive child psycho- those problems. logical treatment programs,” said Finally, the court will use the Jessie Beckett. “We also have TCAP funding to enhance the several activities planned this fall operations of the tribal court by with various church based youth purchasing a new, reliable vehicle, programs. This summer, we had training all staff in their fields the opportunity to partner with of expertise, purchasing tradi- Youth Works, Inc, another non- tional furniture and artwork for profit organization for several the courtroom that will create an weeks.” environment that demonstrates to She further welcomes the pos- the community that the teachings sibility of working closely with of the Seven Grandfathers are inte- Sault Tribe youth programs, gral to the tribal judicial system, Hiawatha Behavioral Health and and purchasing scanners to assist the Sault area schools, using the in electronic storage of all court farm for both therapeutic and edu- files. cational purposes. She noted other “In these economic times, we opportunities include the Dianne are thrilled to have received CTAS Peppler Resource Center and the grant funding for the second con- New Hope House. secutive year. This funding will “I want this to be a place where be critical in assisting tribal court kids are the focus, whether it is in LAKE SUPERIOR in our effort to help court clients a formal instruction setting or just battle their substance abuse prob- a place for them to be loved and STATE UNIVERSITY lems and enhance the daily opera- safe,” Beckett added. tions of the court to the benefit of Some officials of the tribe’s the tribal membership,” said Chief services have indeed expressed Judge Jocelyn Fabry. interest in learning more about of the Eastern Upper Peninsula “We are truly fortunate to have Tapawingo Farms and the possi- funding opportunities like this,” bilities it poses in enhancing care Entertainment 0-5 FREE added Marchand. “This funding for youngsters. “We are always Dave Stanaway 6-12 $3.00 allows our department the ability open to exploring new methods of & George Snider 13 & up $6.00 to not only increase the profes- working with our youth and assist- sionalism of the department, but ing them in their healing process,” SPONSORED BY our ability to enhance our law said Chief Judge Jocelyn Fabry of enforcement services to our tribal the Chippewa Tribal Court. The Palace - Fernelius Hyundai communities.” October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung News Page 11 The Great Waters campaign boosts U.P. business Tourism business in the heart Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians of the state’s Upper Peninsula has “Great Waters, Great Wonders . . . Where the Wonders Never End” and Travel Michigan all with one nearly doubled revenue over 2010 directly related to the Great provided by the Sault Ste. Marie goal — the preservation of local in part due to The Great Waters, Waters. Tribe of Chippewa Indians and economies and the protection of a regional economic development “The Great Waters economic Kewadin Casinos when the initial land and natural resources through plan promoting tourism by creat- development effort was designed funds were exhausted. The initia- the promotion of the tourism ing a brand for the Eastern Upper to elevate the region’s tourism pro- tive is now funded through each industry. Peninsula. file, attract new markets, expand community’s local tourism orga- “Over time, we want to see a The Halfway Lake Resort the shoulder season, and help nization, such as Convention and broader ownership of The Great in Newberry had its single best even the smallest of communities Visitors Bureau, tourism associa- Waters with the end goal of creat- August in 2011 since opening. prosper from increased tourism,” won state tourism awards multiple tions, and local visitors’ bureaus. ing a regional brand similar to “We are up 85 percent for the said Christine Rector, director of times, gave The Great Waters a Michigan’s Eastern Upper Door County or the Finger Lakes month of August 2011 compared Regional Strategies with Northern recognizable avenue to promote its Peninsula is rich with natural and in New York,” said Rector. to 2010 and we’ve had the second Initiatives. “Indeed, since the program using the Pure Michigan cultural heritage offerings. It is For more information on best July ever,” said Delain Timm, inception of The Great Waters in tools, including the michigan.org unique in that visitors can stay the Great Waters, visit at www. owner of Halfway Lake Resort in 2002, some of the greatest gains website, branded advertisements in a number of small communi- thegreatwaters.com or at www. Newberry, Mich. have been realized by communi- using the voice of Tim Allen and ties, such as Newberry, Curtis, the michigan.org. Not only are their numbers ties like Newberry, Paradise and use of the research tools to deter- Les Cheneaux Islands area, St. up, but a three-year analysis of Curtis who saw annual tourism mine the best way to reach poten- Ignace or Sault Ste Marie and be Timm’s clientele shows a direct revenues raise as much as 20 per- tial travelers. two hours or less from Pictured correlation between Great Waters cent in past years.” “The Great Waters is not Rocks National Lakeshore, Grand advertising campaign targets and The Eastern Upper Peninsula just about hunting and fishing. Island National Recreation Area, clienteles’ hometowns. is represented by nearly a dozen It’s more than that,” said Dave Tahquemenon State Park, the “In 2008, about 30 percent of tourism organizations, all com- Lorenz, vice president of business Seney Wildlife Refuge or the our business came from states not peting for the same visitors. The marketing for Travel Michigan. abundant recreational offerings in our local vicinity. This includes Great Waters allows for broad col- “It’s about bringing those outdoor in the Hawiatha National Forest. Texas, New Jersey and North laboration and for communities to activities together with the Native Visitors can experience three Great Gallagher Carolina. That has switched. This come together as a single regional American and Maritime heritage, Lakes within the same day if they year, 85 precent of our business destination sharing an abundance kayaking, bird watching in the choose, see man-made marvels Benefit comes from these locations,” of resources. area — in a simple effective brand like the Soo Locks, the Mackinac Services, Inc. Timm said. This correlates to the The goal behind The Great campaign.” Bridge and over a dozen historic advertising campaign of The Great Waters is to promote visitors’ The birth of The Great lighthouses. Waters and Pure Michigan, a part- unique woods and water expe- Waters was a result of the com- For most in the business and ner in the initiative. rience in the Eastern Upper ing together of private and pub- tourism industries, The Great Ronald D. Sober Great Waters promotes diver- Peninsula. The idea started with lic tourism providers from the Waters is the truest form of Cory J. Sober sified recreational offerings and the creation of three themed trails region to discuss the possibilities regional partnership. Allowing promotes non traditional silent that show examples of what peo- of collaborations and partner- agencies such as Northern 105 Water Street sports such as snowshoeing, kaya- ple can do in the land of the Great ships to promote the tourism Initiatives to guide The Great Sault Ste. Marie, king and bird watching. This is Waters. With the Pure Michigan industry, a main driver for local Waters initiative, they are able Michigan, 49783 done with the implementation of campaign as their model and part- economies. Initial funding came to take advantage of all the an overall brand advertising cam- ner, The Great Waters developed from sources such as USDA’s resources in the Eastern Upper paign that develops and promotes into a broad branding campaign. Rural Communities Development Peninsula by bringing together (906) 635-5238 the region, not just one single area, “The advertisements are such Initiative (RCDI), Local Initiatives major but often overlooked and the creation of three themed great quality. And partnering with Support Corp (LISC), General resources including Pictures Rocks “For All Your Tire Needs” trails anchored by the Great Lakes Pure Michigan really gave it the Motors Fellowship, The Nature National Lakeshore, Hiawatha and 33 waypoints that anchor the extra push, making it a very suc- Conservancy and Michigan National Forest, the US Forest trails. cessful campaign,” said Timm. Council for the Arts. Service, Lake Superior Watershed, According to Timm, this Partnering with Pure Michigan, Additional financial support Michigan State University change in customer traffic is whose advertising campaigns have continues with the development Extension Service, the Sault Ste. Manistique Farmers’ Market takes second U.P. TIRE place in nationwide and statewide voting Complete Tire Sales & Service June 1 through Aug. 31, the market category, second place Tom Casperson for stopping by Manistique Farmers’ Market com- in the state of Michigan (all size the Manistique Farmers’ Market peted in the annual America’s markets, and the only boutique on Aug. 31 and for his support (906) 632-6661 Favorite Farmers Market contest market in the top five in the state) in the market’s efforts to win the 1-800-635-6661 sponsored by American Farmland and sixth place nationally — all national contest. Trust. While Manistique market size markets (one of only two bou- 1129 E. Easterday Ave., Sault, MI 49783 supporters rounded up 3,208 votes, tique markets in the top 10 in the the market fell short of another nation). boutique size market (15 or fewer According to the farmland. State Senator Tom Casperson vendors) in North Port, Fla. org website, America’s Favorite visits with market vendors at the “I know people were disap- Farmers’ Market contest aims to Manistique Farmers’ Market, below pointed that we didn’t win top “raise national awareness about another view of the market. honors,” said Kerry Ott, market the importance of buying fresh of the Manistique area, and the master for the Manistique market. food from local farms and saving broader community are all winners “We did incredibly well for a little the farmland where it’s grown.” in this effort to provide an outlet market in a small, rural commu- “The Manistique Farmers’ for fresh local foods and to work nity. We received about one vote Market is proud to meet these cri- to keep more money in our local for every resident of Manistique.” teria each and every week of our Savings & Checking Accounts ~ Money Market Accounts economy.” Overall, the Manistique market season,” Ott said. “We may Home Mortgages ~ Auto, Boat, & RV Loans The Manistique Farmers’ Farmers’ Market finished in seond have come in second in the nation, Market had partnered with the Online Banking ~ Online Bill Pay ~ Visa Credit Cards place nationally in the boutique but the farmers, the residents Rockford Farmers’ Market in the Insurance & Investment Representative lower peninsula in a joint cam- paign to “Win Two for Michigan.” Rockford was able to rally at the end and not only won their small market category (16-30 vendors), but they also won over all size markets nationally. The Manistique Farmers’ Market is a joint project between 536 Bingham Ave. the Sault Tribe Strategic Alliance Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 for Health Project and the City of Manistique. For more www.soocoop.com information about the con- test or the market, please visit With Branches In: ManistiqueFarmersMarket.com. Special thanks to State Senator Brimley ~ Bay Mills ~ Kinross ~ Cedarville Page 12 News October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Tribe’s juvenile detention center in St. Ignace receives federal dollars for expansion projects Only juvenile detention center in Michigan that has certified and uniformed officers on the floor By Brenda Austin have their counseling sessions ST. IGNACE, Mich. — The outside near the vegetable and Sault Tribe Juvenile Detention flower gardens they helped plant Center, located in St. Ignace, or care for. recently completed a $300,000 In addition to the grant-funded expansion project funded by the expansion, the center recently Department of Justice Office purchased two all wheel drive of Justice Programs Bureau of 2011 Chevy Traverses that can Justice Assistance. carry up to eight passengers each. The funding allowed one of The vehicles have reflective the two classrooms to double in decals identifying them as Sault size, the fenced exercise yard Tribe Detention. Menard said to triple in area and the security having identifying markings on system to go digital with 10 new the vehicles helps officers when cameras and a total equipment Photos by Dave Menard transporting youth to another The Sault Tribe Juvenile Detention overhaul. Sault Tribe Chief of police post, court, hospital, or Center, located in St. Ignace, Police, Bob Marchand, said he when driving at night. Detention recently completed a $300,000 is grateful for the funding and is officers also wear black and silver expansion project funded by the happy about the expanded class- uniforms with a shield on them. Department of Justice Office room size, which allows the kids “We are the only juvenile of Justice Programs Bureau of access to more computers and detention center in Michigan that Justice Assistance. Right: The educational opportunities. has certified and uniformed offi- center recently purchased two all The facility, which can house cers on the floor,” said Menard. wheel drive 2011 Chevy Traverses up to 25 kids, has consistently “If you go into county- or state- that can carry up to eight pas- scored as one of the highest operated facilities their officers sengers each. The vehicles have rated facilities in the state since are not certified and they don’t reflective decals identifying them it opened in April 2004. Used have uniformed individuals. We as Sault Tribe Detention. as a model for their approach to get commended time and time education by both the BIA and Program offered by St. Ignace week to week, and the average ness topics. Menard said although again – especially by our state other state and county deten- Area Public Schools. number of Native kids at the some of the kids have short stays inspector who really likes that we tion centers, the center receives “Education is crucial for the facility at any one time is about at the detention center, they pro- have that distinction between the weekly calls from other facilities kids we take into custody. Many 50 percent. vide as many services as they can officers and the kids.” and jails in Indian country asking times their education has gone by Marchand said although the while that child is there. There are 16 staff at the deten- questions about their approach the wayside, we do our best to center is not a treatment facility, There is also a cultural com- tion facility; 12 federally certified to counseling and educational bring them back up to the grade the tribe likes to offer the kids ponent that was initially funded officers including Menard, two services, according to Facility level they belong in so they can services while they have their by the Sault Tribe Alive Youth lead cooks and two maintenance Administrator Dave Menard. earn their high school diploma undivided attention. Some of (STAY) project and offered to the technicians. Menard said, “I Classes are offered year round or get their GED,” Menard said. those services offered through the kids on a weekly basis. would like to commend our chief at the center by a staff of three Two kids have earned their GED tribe’s St. Ignace Health Clinic Menard said having more of police and my staff for doing teachers and a teacher aide. while attending classes at the include anger management, sub- outdoor space allows the center an excellent job, because without Menard said one component of detention center. stance abuse and mental health to offer team sports and team the officers and all the staff at the the educational program is the The number of Native children counseling, depression, HIV/ building events to kids within the detention center doing what they web-based Compass Learning within the facility varies from AIDS and other health aware- facility. On nice days youth might do, we wouldn’t be here.” Inter-Tribal Fisheries and Assessment Program release tournament walleye back into river

Photos by Brenda Austin WALLEYE TOURNAMENT - More than 100 anglers converged on Sault Ste. Marie the end of August for the Cabela’s Master Walleye Circuit hoping for cash prizes and a berth in the organization’s $100,000 World Walleye Championship. Staff from Sault Tribe’s Inter-Tribal Fisheries and Assessment Program and the Inland Fish and Wildlife Department were on hand to release the fish caught by the anglers back into the St. Marys River. Tribal staff also retained samples for lab analysis to determine whether the fish were stocked or natural. Left: Dave Pine, Amanda Handziak, Rusty Aikens and Rich Reining. Above: Dave Pine (right) puts a walleye into a holding tank with others to be returned to the river later. Rich Reining (left) stands by ready to transport fish down- stream for release. October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Community Page 13 Walking On ... VIOLA D. MAGNUSSON She met, then married Thomas Caliente, Nev., in September 2009. Viola D. (Paquette) Magnusson, (Charlie) Welden and they eventu- Born into a large family, 89, of Munising, ally moved to lower Michigan. Maryellen was preceded in death died under the Lillian became a single parent by her parents and eight siblings, loving care of and homemaker, who dedicated Edmond Jr., Bernard, Lawrence, her family and her life to raising and loving her Ken, Shirley, Janice, J. Wayne North Woods seven children. She was a hard and Stanley. Maryellen is sur- Hospice on working woman who gave all to vived by two brothers, Vince and Sept. 8, 2011. her family. She was also a firm Francis/John Vallier, and a sister, She was born believer in our Lord. She enjoyed Rita McAllister. She is survived by on Oct. 9, 1921, spending time with her loved ones, her four children, Glenda Hyman, in Munising (Indiantown), Mich., and at times was known to be a bit Craig Harris, Joseph Sadovich Jr., to the late Theodore and Mable sassy. Those who knew her, loved and Juliana Sadovich-Campbell; (Carr) Paquette. her. In her later years, she would and one grandchild, William ALEXANDREA GHADIA Viola was bear clan of the spend the winters in Florida with Campbell. ALLARD Grand Island Chippewa. Her her children who lived there, then Maryellen received her bache- Alexandrea “Alex” Ghadia Native name meant “Bright Star” come home to Michigan and spend lor’s degree in romantic languages Allard, of Lake Orion, Mich., and she was a descendent of the summers with her children from the University of Utah and passed away on Sept. 1, 2011, at Powers of the Air and her great who lived here. Her grandchil- received her master’s degree in his- the young age of 11. She was born great great grandfather was Chief dren in Michigan nicknamed her tory from the University of Nevada, on May 6, 2000, in Dearborn, miss her as well. Nahbenayash. “Mokey.” Friends and family in Las Vegas. Maryellen loved history Mich. She was the daughter of Alex loved to dance, swim, Viola attended school in Florida called her “Lou.” She will and opened the Box Car Museum Michael Allard II and the step- ride her bike, sing songs and play Munising and on April 13, 1940, be missed by so many who loved in Caliente, which is run out of the daughter of Karen Allard. She was music with her dad and just to be she married her beloved Lawrence her dearly. box car by the depot. She is the daddy’s little girl. a kid. Daddy loves you always, Peter Magnusson. They enjoyed Lillian is survived by her chil- author of The Mysterious Valley, a Alex was going into the sixth misses you and will see you again bluegrass festivals and traveling dren, Charlene (Donny) Chrzan, book about history of Caliente and grade at Waldon School in Lake one day. across the country in their motor Tom (Connie) Welden, George other surrounding areas in Nevada. Orion. She scored the highest She was predeceased in death home after retirement. She and Welden, Tina (Eddie) Smelko, She was a dance instructor of in her class in both reading and by her grandparents, Nancy Allard Lawrence were married over 69- Shelly Hittle, Chuck Welden and mainly ballet and Polynesian styles. math. Alex was loved by all of and Thomas McGuire, and her and-one-half years when he pre- Jason Welden; her grandchil- Maryellen was the former owner her teachers, classmates and many cousin, Devin M. Button. ceded her in death on Oct. 3, 2009. dren, Chasity, Tommy, Robbie, of the Midway Motel in Caliente, friends. Her funeral was on Sept. 3, Viola had a beautiful and strong Veronica, Michael, Krystal, Justin, which she ran for nearly 40 years. She was a member of the Sault 2011. Her final resting place is faith. She was a loving wife, Dakota, Crystal, Jacob, Kaylee, She also became a registered nurse Tribe of Chippewa Indians and the United Memorial Gardens in mother, grandmother and great- Ashley, Courtney, Cheyenne, at the age of 60 and worked at the loved to dance in the powwows in Plymouth, Mich. grandmother. Brittany and Brock; her great- hospital in Caliente. Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. Alex, we love you and think She is survived by her daugh- grandchildren, Chelsea, Frankie, Maryellen was a loving, kind She was dearly loved by her of you every day. You made us so ter, Darlene Matson; five grand- (her buddy) Chase, Dominic, and generous human being who dad, Karen Allard, grandpa, proud and brought so much joy children, Donna (Jim) Gauthier, Adrien, Julius, Tobias, Cameron, will be truly missed by all those Michael Allard Sr. and grandma, and happiness to our lives. You are Ronald (Kristen) Matson Jr., Whittney, Brianna, Makena and who were lucky enough to know Loretta McGuire. She had many our little angel in heaven and we Timothy (Kathy) Matson, Julie Langdon; her sister, Susie Oryall her. A memorial service will be aunts, uncles and cousins who know we will see you soon! Matson and Troy Magnusson; 13 of Green Bay, Wisc.; and many, held in her honor in Henderson at loved her dearly including her Love always, great-grand children, Alexis Hart, many nieces and nephews. a later date. step-brother, Brandon and step-sis- Dad and Karen Dylan Matson, Jenna, Megan, She was preceded in death by ter, Krysten. Her dog, Bella, will See “Walking On,” page 17 Jesse Matson, Katy, Molly and her parents and her five brothers. Rick Matson, Ronald Matson III, A memorial was held Aug. 6 Chad Gauthier, David and Isabella at St. Isaac Jogues in Sault Ste. Magnusson and Derrick Corp; six Marie, Mich., with a dinner fol- great-great grandchildren, Caleb lowing the service at the commu- and Serena Gauthier and Austin, nity center on Sugar Island. Lillian Isabella, Ethan and Olivia Corp; was laid to rest with her family at sister, Pearl (Paquette) Perry; Wilwalk Cemetery, Sugar Island. brother, Theodore Paquette Jr.; and Forever in our hearts, you are numerous nieces and nephews. sadly missed, Mother. We will Viola was preceded in death love you always. by her husband, Lawrence Peter Magnusson; son, Wayne PAUL J. MANSFIELD NEW DAILY Magnusson; parents, Mable Paul J. Mansfield, of Indian (Carr) Paquette and Theodore River, Mich., died Sept. 15, 2011, Paquette Sr.; grandson Larry in Cheboygan, Mich. He was SERVICE “Bubie” Mrowka; son-in-law, born July 27, 1964, in Sault Ste. Ronald Matson Sr.; sisters, Thelma Marie, Mich. He retired from from Sault St. Marie Peterson, Grace Kaltenbach and the Michigan Department of Mary Rose Johnson; brother, Joe Corrections in 2008. He was a 906-632-8643 Paquette Sr.; great-grandchildren, member of the Elks Lodge and Jamie Gauthier and Faith Marie enjoyed boating, fishing, camping Matson; and great-great-grandson, and being a dad. t
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DESTINATIONS Christian service and Joe Scott ceded in death by his father, John THROUGHOUT THE U.S. Masters conducting her Native Mansfield. American service. Escorts were Services were held Sept. 21 at Monte, Bill and Ed Perry, Joe Clark Bailey Newhouse Funeral Paquette Jr., Joe Scott Masters and Home. Memorial contributions to Jim Gauthier. William Perry Jr. the Hospice of the EUP would be served as Firekeeper. appreciated. ECO- FRIENDLY LEGROOM LILLIAN R. WELDEN MARY ELLEN VALLIER- Biiabbnookwe SADOVICH Lillian R. Welden, 76, for- Maryellen Vallier-Sadovich merly of Vernon passed away in Mich., passed Henderson, Nev., away unexpect- on July 31, 2011. edly June 15, Maryellen, 84, died The better way to get from here to there 2011, in Florida. from complications indiantrails.com Lillian was born due to lymphoma. Feb. 24, 1935, She was born the daughter of Sept. 29, 1926, in Gilbert and Rose Engadine, Mich., Joseph, of Sugar Island, Sault Ste. to Edmond and Clara Vallier. Marie, Mich. She married Earl McWilliams of Page 14 • October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Inaugural Event Win Awenen Nisitotung • October 7, 2011 • Page 15 Sault Tribe Recovery Walk takes to the streets of Sault Ste. Marie

The Sault Tribe Recovery Walk procession departs the staging area in front of the Sault Area High School en route Some of the faces among the participating walkers in support of recovery from drug and alcohol dependency and its many benefits to Bawating Drum in tow sounding the heartbeat of Mother Earth and raising their voices in keeping with the occasion. to the Chi Mukwa Community Recreation Center. individuals, their families and communities.

One and all had the opportunity to enjoy some tasty fare prepared and served for the participants. Note the law enforcement officer from the Michigan State Police helping in the serving line. Close up of Bawating Drum along with accompanying youngsters. After the walk, children get to enjoy expending more energy in a bounce house in one of the gyms at Chi Mukwa.

Staff from the Sault Tribe Chippewa Tribal Avenue from a staging area near Sault Area mass walking excursion. Court, Behavioral Health and the Inter-Tribal High School and turned south on Shunk Road, Speakers were scheduled to address attendees Council of Michigan invited one and all in the area eventually reaching the Chi Mukwa Community on subjects appropriate to the occasion. to promote and celebrate the freedoms and exten- Recreation Center where fun and food awaited the The special event was conducted in observance sive benefits that come with recovery from drug participants. of National Recovery Month and was sponsored and alcohol dependency. The festive event was the An array of game stations were erected in one by United States Department of Justice, Office inaugural Recovery Walk in Sault Ste. Marie on of the gymnasiums for children to enjoy. Each of Justice Programs and a grant from the U.S. Sept. 22. game awarded tickets for successfully meeting Department of Health and Human Services. An entourage of walkers accompanied by challenges, tickets could be redeemed for prizes at The walk and following family fest recognized Bawating Drum under tow were escorted by law a long table bearing baskets of treasures. that recovery benefits families and their communi- enforcement officers from Sault Tribe and the Hamburgers, hot dogs, an assortment of salads ties as well as recovering individuals. Michigan State Police. and sides plus desserts and beverages were served Watch for notices of annual Recovery Walks The procession coursed east on Marquette for those who worked up an appetite during the around the same time in coming years. Signing a commemorative poster for the event. Diners enjoying their selections in an area set up for their convenience. Smiles at the prizes table. Text and photos by Rick Smith

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ˆ Help you schedule appointments. ˆ Provide or arrange transportation to and from your appointments. ˆ Provide assistance with working through your insurance. ˆ Help and address any of your questions or concerns. ˆ Provide you with emotional support. ˆ Accompany you to your appointment.

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Women eligible for care within the Tribal Health Clinics and meet the states eligibility requirements can apply for the Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP) which assists women with the screening and treatment costs for breast and cervical cancer. Traditional Shawl Dancers October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Community page 17 — Squires hold 50th family reunion —

Sault Triber Ron Gordon placed 9th overall in the tournament and won third place Premier honors, along with and Brian Schwiderson (not pictured) The Squires 50th family of our homes in our youth, and we have been all over the state. at the Cabela’s Masters Walleye Circuit’s East Division season finale in Sault Ste. reunion was held in Thompson visited Thompson School and The last years we have been at Marie at August’s end. and Manistique this summer with the township Townhall. What a Harrison, Mich. 127 people attending. Our descen- great memory trip we had! Then Everyone loved Indian Lake dents are from the Thompson and we went up to the Thompson State Park so we voted to come Manistique area. We are members Township Cemetery and had a “home” again from now on! of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of memorial walk, as so many of our Pictured from left to right are Chippewa Indians and can trace family are buried there. family members Hi Peterson, our history back to 1747 when We ended the day at the Indian Manistique, Mich., Sandy Heit, Sir Charles Hamelin Sr. came to Lake State Park with a family pic- Mesick, Mich., Gary Popour, Port Michelimackinaw, Mich., from nic. Hope, Mich., Donna Osentoski, Hamelin, Germany, and married On Sunday, Aug. 7, we went Pigeon, Mich., Pete Popour, Catherine Mouns, member of the back to the park and had another Orange Park, Fla., Joe Peterson, Saulteux Tribe. Our family names family picnic, with swimming, Manistique, Mich., Sharon Hunter, are Squires, Tufnell, Peterson and games and visiting for the day. A Hanes City, Fla., Kathy Jones, Popour. blessing for all of us to be togeth- Slaughters, Ky., and Pearl Carr, On Saturday, Aug. 6, we had er! Warren, Mich. a walk through Thompson, our We started our first reunion in “hometown.” We went to each 1961 in Utica, Mich. Since then From “Walking On,” Page 13 — GEORGE L. DUFFINEY A memorial service was held nieces, nephews, cousins and a George L. Duffiney, 66, of Sept. 14 at the Nordman-Christan special friend, Sharon Hill, also of Cheboygan, Funeral Home with Rev. Richard Harrison, Mich. Mich., passed Schaeffer officiating. Memorial She was preceded in death away Sept. contributions in George’s name by her husband; infant child, Jan 10, 2011, may be directed to his family or Marie Stocks; and beloved son, at Northern the charity of one’s choice. Those Kurt Stocks. Michigan wishing to sign an online register The Boulton family extends a Hospital in book are invited to do so at www. special thank you to the entire staff Petoskey, Mich. stonefuneralhomeinc.com. at Roubal Care Center for their Happy Birthday! Leona Furton was 85 years old on Sept 2, 2011. He was born compassionate, attentive, loving, Everyone gathered at the home of her daughter, Gloria Furton Lowmans, Feb. 5, 1945, DARLENE CECILE STOCKS and respectful care they provided for the celebration. Pictured are Leona Furton of Hesperia, Calif., Edward in Cheboygan Darlene Cecile Stocks, 74, to our mother and grandmother. Furton of Newberry and his son, Dustin, of Buena Park, Calif. Dustin’s to George and Marion (Fortune) formerly of children are newborn Sophia, 4-year-old Olivia and 2-year-old Elijah. Duffiney. On April 1, 1967, at Harrison, GERALD G. FOX Leona has eight children, 20 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren! St. Charles Catholic Church, Mich., peace- Gerald G. Fox, of Sugar Island, George married Barbara Sarrault. fully passed Mich., died Sept. 15 at War Welsh graduates from medical school George worked for C.J. Rogers away Sept. 8 at Memorial Hospital in Sault Ste. Construction Company in Flint Roubal Care/ Marie, Mich. He was born March state of Utah and four months in for 15 years. In 1984, George Rehab Center 30, 1941, in Sault Ste. Marie. Alaska. and his family moved back to in Stephenson, He was a member of the Sault Upon completion of training, Cheboygan and he went to work Mich. Born to Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa he accepted a physician assistant at Hi-Q Industries in Pellston and the late Angela Indians who enjoyed spending position in Fairbanks, Alaska. retired in 1989. He was a member and Fredrick Earls of Sault Ste. time with all his friends on Sugar He will practice family medicine of Laborers Union, Local 1075 Marie, Mich., Darlene was a Island. at Chief Andrew Isaac Health and the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of member of the Sault Ste. Marie He is survived by his mother, Center. This center is dedicated to Chippewa Indians and enjoyed Tribe of Chippewa Indians who Agnes Fox; daughters, Tammy providing quality health services fishing for catfish, hunting, camp- loved her heritage and was an avid Moss of Nevada, Dawn Fox of to Alaska Indians, Eskimos, Aleuts ing, MSU Spartans football and powwow attendee. She married Florida and Naomi Stevens of and American Indians with an spending time with his family, William Stocks on Dec. 29, 1966, Monticello, N.Y.; sister, Patricia emphasis on health promotion, especially his grandchildren. in Oakland County. Nigro of Nyack, N.Y.; broth- education and preventative care. Survivors include his wife, A very artistic person, Darlene ers Leonard Fox of Menasha, He will also be making clinical Barb; four children, Tammi (Joe) loved painting and was a certi- Wis., Lyle Fox of Suffern, N.Y., field trips to assigned remote vil- Schley, Rob (Delina), Kristi fied ceramics teacher who ran her Lowell Fox of Kincheloe, Mich., lages. Sault Tribe member Dale (Don) Gasco and Chad (Marlo), own shop for several years in the and Ted Fox of Sugar Island; Dale is certified with the Welsh recently graduated from all of Cheboygan; one brother, Harrison area. Darlene enjoyed grandchildren, Francis Stevens, National Commission of Certified the University of Utah School of Roger (Shelly) of Cheboygan; genealogy research, collecting Anita Stevens, Jonathan Stevens, Physician Assistants. Medicine. Dale received his mas- two sisters, Nancy (Ken) Fader tribal jewelry and her weekly Dominique Fox, Pierre and Dale is the son of Sault Tribe ter’s of physician assistant degree of Lachine, Mich., and Carol night out with her son-in-law to Kimberley Mitts, and Katie Mitts. member Pat (Harris) Welsh of in May 2011. Dale was awarded Duffiney of Cheboygan; his half the casino, which took precedence He was preceded in death by Bentonville, Ark., and Dale E. a National Health Service Corps brother, Eddie Kasprazk; eight over the others. his father, Reginald Fox, and Welsh of Gwinn, Mich. Dale is scholarship from the Department grandchildren, Joey, Danielle, She is survived by a daugh- nephew, Michael T. Fox. also the nephew of Sault Tribe of Health and Human Services. Alania, Brenna Jean, Matthew, ter, Jill; husband, Todd Boulton Visitation and funeral services members Jackie Schulz and the Clinical rotations consisted of Lawrence, Kameryn and Myia; his of Carney, Mich.; son, Robert were held Sept. 19 at Clark Bailey late Kathy Fike. primary care, pediatrics, women’s cat, Midnight, and several nieces Reed of Eckerman, Mich.; sister, Newhouse Funeral Home Dale and his wife, Sarah health, emergency medicine, gen- and nephews. Elizabeth Mongeon of Harrison, with Father Sebastian Kavumkal (Bruski) Welsh, moved to eral and orthopedic Surgery. He He was preceded in death by Mich.; several grandchildren and officiating. Fairbanks in September. performed clinical rotations in the his parents. two great-grandchildren, several October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Page 18 Community Tribal members write in — you goes Linda of L&M Homes. assume the responsibilities of the Elder in Hessel You helped in many, many ways. president or chair in the event gives thanks I don’t know how you kept your the former is unable to do so for To the Sault Tribe Housing ducks in a row — you’re a good any reason. They usually preside Authority, person, Linda, and thanks to until the next scheduled election! I would like to thank you and you, Linda, for picking these I do not know personally any of share my appreciation for the ren- companies, because every one of the parties involved, but it sure ovations that were recently done them treated me with the utmost seemed like much ado about noth- to my kitchen. New cabinets were respect and friendliness – R&R ing. Except politics, of course! installed, new flooring laid down Excavating (Rob), Electrician Thanks for the opportunity to and a new coat of paint applied. I Andy Bailey, Foundation Randy vent! would especially like to thank resi- McDowell, Mayer Plumbing Madeleine Prout, dent services specialist Michelle and Heating, and Earl Wilkins Gwinn, Mich. McKechnie, laborer Brian Furnace. Also, the water and sani- McLeod, painter Chris McKechnie tation, Joe Nolan, and also, Louies Gchi miigwech to and carpenters John Causley, Joe Drilling. Causley, Dave Landerville and I have been truly grateful and powwow helpers Shawn Caswell. overwhelmed to have the Sault Tribe there for me. To start with, Chi megwetch to all our I would also like to thank my Anishinaabe and nikaniss out there caregiver Sharon Hawes and my this has really changed my life, to meet everyone and know them. in Indian Country who worked so friend Mona Gugin. hard to make the Munising’s Unit Chi miigwech, To have this beautiful home is a dream come true. Had I not have V powwow a success. Leona Brown Our special thanks to groups Hessel gotten this home I would’ve had to give up my home and property, and individuals follows: Sault Ste. for the old homestead was coming Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Naubinway elder down slow on me. And who could for its financial support; Hiawatha buy a home at my age. National Forest for all its support, thanks Housing Thank you again to our Sault assisting with our needs at Bay Tribe, you cared and gave me Furnace Park; Don Corp, who opened the day with prayer; Todd and staff something nice to wake up to Rabbit’s Back Peak I am writing this letter later every day. Masters, assistant casino manager, than I should have, I guess I’m Also, thank you to everyone for his leadership in making signs, slower than molasses in January. who listened to my hunting stories. tents and providing us with the Member wants protection and But better late than never, as I say. Love to everyone, golf cart for transferring people; Our mom, dad and family lived Lisa Hanson, casino food and bev- preservation of Rabbit’s Back Peak Connie Paquin, In the summer of 2000, a small mer of 2001 word had begun to in a summer log cabin. As years erage manager, for providing deli- Naubinway, Mich. group of men and women from spread and local men and women went on, we lost our dad, sister, cious food and sending workers throughout the upper Midwest came together to clear trash and and a few years ago, my dear to assist; Kathy Archambeau and gathered in St. Ignace to learn debris from the site. Decades sweet mom. Also, my son was her husband, who directed traffic Tribal chair about the sacred sites and ceremo- worth of litter was removed. A raised in the cabin most of his life. into the park; Phil Martin along nies of the Sault Tribe. Amidst few tribal elders even camped I had applied for the grant for a with security and Deseree Bosley, selection: much the cedars we heard legends of at the base of the peak, sharing possible new home as through the who worked hard in keeping the Nanabozho, the great rabbit, and native stories and wisdom around years the weather and wear and ado about nothing cars parked safely; the folks who the Anishinaabe connection to a sacred fire. Following the events tear took its toll. I got a damaged To the editor, used their personal cars to shuttle Rabbit’s Back Peak. of Sept. 11, 2001, I returned to the hand and could no longer keep up Some of the board representa- people, Jim Anderson, Phil Martin; As many know, Rabbit’s Back peak to offer prayer and ceremony, with painting, caulking, tarring tives’ comments in the Sept. 2, the “caretakers” of the park; Ken is located about one-quarter mile remembering how tradition held and etc., but I tried. My hopes 2011, issue were sometimes infor- McNally, whose PA was terrific inland from Rabbit’s Back Point that the peak was formed by and dreams were shattered when mative and sometimes ingenuous. as usual; Bill Perry for providing on St. Martin’s Bay, generally Nanabozho at a time of warring she passed on, so much hoping if D.J. Malloy is to be complimented the cedar and organizing the flags; southeast of the Sault Tribe res- and discord. by chance I was approved for the on an extremely well-written our Marquette Unit V elders, who ervation north of St. Ignace. Its Now, 10 years later, the effort home, mom and I could happily discussion of an important issue; assisted; Scott Mellon for the pork summit climbs 696 feet above sea to permanently secure and pre- live out our lives together. God’s however, I believe that this issue roast; Bob Cornish, Vern and Sue level. At that time, the peak and serve Rabbit’s Back Peak has plan was for her to pass on in her was covered in the newest draft Steinhoff and Patrick Mellon for several acres surrounding it were faded. While many of us have home where she wanted to be. of the Constitution, which I fur- the fantastic fish fry; not to forget for sale and at possible risk for returned to the peak several times, So, through the grace of God, ther understand that the board has each and every elder who poured development. A few of us were so there is no local steward for the as the old home was going down never acted upon. If not, why not? their heart and soul into the work inspired by the beauty and signifi- land or champion for the cause to and bugs, bees, and others were On the other hand, I find it as well as the younger folks who cance of this land, we organized preserve it for future generations. coming in, I received a call that confusing that one of the board assisted without complaints; and and set out to preserve this sacred Just last month a local realtor was actually changed my life. The members wants to change the donations from the Christmas place. In fact, the hope emerged contacted by the current owner tribal Housing Authority called language in the Tribal Code to casino, Steinhoff”s Odawa, NAPA, that one day Rabbit’s Back Peak to see if a process for finding the to tell me two wonderful people accommodate his or her current Auto Valu, Putvin Drug and all the would be open to all as a natural peak’s final owner could begin were coming to check out the old position on the selection of a tribal vendors. and cultural habitat. anew. My purpose in sharing home and take pictures, Joanne chief. Do we change laws or codes There are too many names to One woman among us from this story is to alert members of Umbrasas and Arlon. I had happy whenever it is convenient to do so mention. If we forgot someone, Columbus, Ohio, took the coura- the Sault Tribe that this place of tears as I was told on the phone. or when it serves our purposes? my apologies, it was not intention- geous step to purchase the land supreme beauty and historic And, I can’t say enough good Oddly enough, some of those so al. Everyone enjoyed a great time. and hold it in trust until such time significance needs you. Perhaps it things to suit me about these concerned about the rights of the Dolores LeVeque, that either the Sault Tribe or others is time for this site and its future people, all of them have been so membership on this issue, were Ogima Kwae in the area around St. Ignace could preservation to rest in tribal hands. thoughtful, caring, helpful and fun. opposed to changing the process Coordinator raise the funds required to assume Chi miigwech, Our Joanne, she knows her job to allow the elders, described as a ownership from her. By the sum- Jim Perry and how to do it, when you hear political action group by one, to “Get ’er done!” That’s Joanne and meet the candidates. Thank you to nothing but that. She’s a very spe- those cooler heads who prevailed! cial person. On the issue of the tribal chief Arlon is a quiet guy but knows selection vs. election: would it have been fiscally responsible to Sault Tribe’s Diabetes Day Oct. 30 what needs to be done and it does What: A health fair with information on all things related to diabetes. Visit each booth to get the latest scoop pay possibly as much as $40,000 get done. on diabetes, nutrition, traditional medicine, tobacco cessation, traditional foods, neuropathy/head to toe and to elect a new interim chief who Ryan is a special person, also, stress/emotional health. he sees all the fences are mended! would only be in office until the next scheduled election in the not Bob is a nice inspector that You can even stop in and get glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol screenings. Make sure to get a too distant future? Was the idea to does his job with a smile for me. free flu vaccine if you are eligible for services from the Sault Tribe health clinic. Joni is a nice girl with a big give the incumbent, whoever that might be, an advantage?? smile and has helped much also. Also take part in games with prizes from 10:30-11:30 a.m., a Fall Harvest Fest with traditional food It is difficult to understand Little Marsha tolerated my samples from 12-1 p.m., and a vision expert Q&A from 1-2 p.m. phone calls. why either election or selection consumed so much of the board’s Thanks, all of you at the Make sure to enter at the registration table for our grand prize drawing: a Kindle with a diabetes cookbook attention. Why does any form of Housing Authority. already downloaded! We hope you can join us! Also, thank you to our Sault government or organization have a president or a chair AND a vice- Tribe Housing for a much needed Where: Sault Tribe Health Center auditiorium, Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. ramp and nice wide steps on the president or vice-chair? One of the primary reasons is so that the back porch. When: Tuesday, Oct. 18, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. And, last but not least, a thank person in the vice position can October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Health Page 19 Girls learn the “ropes” of life skills at camp By Anglea Ellis Overall, the group began to Network Substance Abuse Sault Tribe Youth Education and clinical social worker with the From Aug. 22 through 25, 10 develop and cultivate a new under- Prevention Grant from the state Activities. Sault Tribe’s Behavioral Health girls, ages 13-17, and four adults, standing for the word “TEAM” of Michigan and supported by Anglea Ellis, LMSW, is a Program. were challenged to work as a team — Together Everyone Achieves to accomplish seemingly insur- More. mountable goals while attending a The supporters of the Team Team Life Skills Camp hosted by Skills Building Camp aimed to Camp Dagget on Walloon Lake plant seeds of growth in each near Petoskey. member of the group. As the seeds Karen Marietti, Camp Dagget take root and grow, they will Adventure Center director, led the encourage our youth to experi- group with a consistent message ence confidence, appreciation for on “Full Value Agreement.” First, other’s need and be able to make work as a team. Second, be physi- healthy choices in the everyday cally and emotionally safe. And life. third, speak up when something is Native culture was intertwined not right. in the group’s experience through The group climbed several high time set aside for the group to and low ropes courses, and while express their thoughts and appre- many expressed anxiety, they were ciation in a talking circle format. encouraged to participate with The camp was sponsored by “challenge by choice.” Sault Tribe Behavioral Health “I was here before and did program and Pathways/Northcare not climb anything because I was afraid,” said one of the par- ticipants. “I am going to try this time.” Not only did she attempt every challenge, she encouraged Girls saftey check harnesses and helmets before starting the second day of high rope challenges. Pictured (L- others to try, saying afterward, “I R) are Samantha Pine-Bennett, Mikaela Pine-Bennett, Jaquelyn Komarnizki, Taylor Bitnor, Alma Sawaski, Leona feel great!” Ellis, Heather LaFave, Courtney Terpining, Kendra Becker and Sierra Lyons. The girls reported that during the camp experience they devel- oped trust for members of the group. All girls were encouraged to solve problems and make tough decisions, while assessing risk- taking strategies. Communication skills were also practiced and improved throughout each day. Adults and youth participants had many positive comments: “I will try to do things even if I am afraid.” “I am stronger than I thought.” “I do have the power to help others.” Mikaela Pine-Bennett and The most common question Jacquelyn Komarnizki (L-R) they from participants was, “When can are working together to cross a we do this again?” higher rope course. Optical Department starts contacts service It is with great pleasure that lens prescriptions. Please note that the Optical Department announces only the service and copy of the the addition of contact lens contact lens prescription will be services at our St. Ignace loca- offered. The Optical Department tion. This is a one-year pilot will not be offering the sale or program implemented by Chief purchase of contact lenses. Contact Optometrist Dr. Krysta Thomsen. lens prescriptions can be used to If successful, the service will be order contact lenses online, via expanded to include both Sault phone such as 1-800-CONTACTS, Ste. Marie and Manistique next commercially at Wal-Mart or at year. Appointments can be made private offices. starting Nov. 1 for the month Thank you to all who took the of December by contacting the time to fill out the contact lens Optical Department at (906) 643- surveys requesting the addition of Eight to Eighty 4995. this service. A special thanks to A contact lens exam will con- Tony Abramson, Bonnie Culfa, Our bank is like a community – people working together with a com- sist of the complete eye health Marlene Glaesmann and the Tribal mon purpose. Our staff has only one purpose: to serve YOU and help examination, and will include cop- Board whose support has made ies of both eyeglass and contact this possible. YOU build a secure financial future. Whether you’re eight years old or eighty years young, we’re here to help YOU and your family, too. It’s Hospice of EUP hosting been that way for years, and it always will be that way, right here Memory Walk in October close to home. Hospice of the E.U.P. and beautiful music; we will Open your account today by stopping at one of our 7 local banking offices! Bereavement Program is hosting walk in their memory and cel- its fourth annual Memory Walk ebrate their lives. It is a chance on Sunday, Oct. 16 at the First to spend an afternoon with oth- Church of Christ (across from ers who share your experience Visit us online at hospital) in Sault Ste. Marie. and to create a supportive atmo- www.fnbsi.com This event is an opportunity for sphere as we recognize October the community to memorial- as National Pregnancy and Infant Trust the Eastern Upper Peninsula’s ize their babies and infants who Loss Awareness Month. All are oldest community bank, have died through miscarriage, encouraged to attend and make celebrating 123 years of stillbirth or early infant death. It the Memory Walk a celebration of continuous service to the area. is also in recognition of October life. Registration is at 2 p.m. with as National Pregnancy and Infant the program starting at 2:30 pm. Loss Awareness Month. Together For more information contact the Member FDIC we will listen to poems, stories Hospice office at (906) 253-3151. Page 20 Natural Resources October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung How to stay healthy this season; fighting the flu By Bonnie Culfa article in this newspaper or ask for sneeze or cough into the crook of 24 hours after your fever is gone your provider. Boozhoo (Greetings), aniish your immunization when you are your elbow. Throw the tissue in except to get medical care or for Antiviral medications are dif- na? (how are you?) in the clinic seeing your nurse and the trash and wash your hands! other necessities. (Your fever ferent from antibiotics that are pre- Dagwaging (Fall) is here provider. Our flu clinics begin all Wash your hands often with soap should be gone without the use scribed to treat bacterial infections and the leaves turning the bril- over the seven-county service area and water, and if soap and water of a fever reducing medicine.) If and are prescribed to treat people liant colors are much to behold. after Oct. 7 when we will have our are not available use an alco- you call to come in for an appoint- who are very sick with the flu, I felt blessed during my travels vaccine at all of our locations. hol based hand rub gel or foam ment, let us know that you have such as those who are hospitalized to Munising and Manistique this According to the CDC, here sanitizer. (We have hand sanitizer flu-like illness: fever, cough, sore or those who are at increased risk week because of the colors of are the three actions to fight the in all our clinics in the waiting throat, runny or stuffy nose, of severe flu illness. Check with our woods. The color variations flu: rooms). body aches, headache, chills and your provider if you have flu-like and the cyclic process of the sea- 1. Take time to get a flu vac- Avoid touching your eyes, nose fatigue. People may be infected illness and are possibly at high sons remind me to give thanks cine. and mouth. This is something we with the flu and have respiratory risk because of your other medical to G’tchi Manidoo for the beauty The CDC recommends a yearly are constantly doing all of the time symptoms without a fever. Some conditions. bestowed on the Upper Peninsula flu vaccine as the first and fore- without thinking so you have to people also may have vomiting Stay healthy and enjoy the fall we call home. Even with all the most important step in protecting focus on not touching your hands and diarrhea. Calling and letting us colors, football season, pumpkin beauty that surrounds us I am also against flu viruses. to your face. know helps us to prepare for you. carving and all the festivities but reminded that this is the time of 2. Take everyday preventive Try to avoid close contact with If sick, limit contact with other in your busy schedule remember year to think about getting my flu actions to stop the spread of the sick people. people to keep from infecting to get your flu vaccine. shot. Each one of us should take flu virus. If you become sick with flu- them. Baamaapii, Bonnie the time to get to one of our flu Cover your nose and mouth like illness, the CDC recommends 3. Antiviral medications may Bonnie Culfa RN MSN, is the clinics that are listed in another with a tissue when you cough or that you stay home for at least be prescribed in some cases by tribe’s Health Division Director. Sault Tribe community flu clinics for 2011-2012 Tribal flu clinics have started Health Center, 7:30 a.m.-4:30 pm. 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m. vaccinated free of charge because ST. IGNACE AREA up for the 2011-2012 season Monday, Oct. 17, Hessel Tribal Adults unable to attend this they are members of a federally Wednesday, Oct.5, St. Ignace throughout the seven-county ser- Health Center, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. clinic can get a flu shot on another recognized tribe. tribal elder care (elder’s only), vice area. The vaccine is free to Monday, Oct. 24, Hessel Tribal Friday by appointment. Children NEWBERRY AREA 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sault Tribe members and other Health Center, 10:30 a.m-2 p.m. 17 and under can visit a tribal Tues., Oct.11, Newberry Tribal Wednesday, Oct.12, Sault Natives from a federally recog- Monday, Nov. 28, Hessel casi- health center or go to the local Health Center, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Ignace Tribal Health Center, nized tribe; $10 for non-Native no (employees), 11 a.m.-1 p.m. health departments to be vaccinat- Tues., Oct.18, Newberry Tribal 9 a.m.-4 p.m. spouses and $10 for non-Native MANISTIQUE AREA ed free of charge because they are Health Center, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct.20, Sault Ignace employees with or without insur- Monday, Oct.10, Manistique members of a federally recognized Tues., Nov. 29, Newberry Tribal Health Center, ance. Tribal Health Center (18 and tribe. Tribal Health Center, 8 a.m.-noon. 9:45 a.m.-4 p.m. Please see the schedule below. over), 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m. MUNISING AREA SAULT AREA Thursday, Oct.27, Shores ESCANABA AREA Monday, Oct.17, Manistique Friday, Sept. 30, Munising Wednesday, Oct.5, Sault Tribe Casino (employees), 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14, Salvation Tribal Health Center (18 and Tribal Health Center (18 and elder care (elder’s only), 10:30 FOR MORE INFORMATION, Army, 18 and over, 9:30 a.m.-2 over), 10 a.m.-noon. over), 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m. a.m.-1:30 p.m. PLEASE CALL ONE OF THE p.m. Monday, Oct.24, Manistique Friday, Oct.7, Munising Tribal Tuesday, Oct.11, Sault Tribe FOLLOWING CLINICS: Adults unable to attend this Tribal Health Center, (18 and Health Center (18 and over), Health Center (auditorium), Hessel Tribal Health Center at clinic can get a flu shot on another over), 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m. 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m. 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (906) 484-2727 Friday by appointment. Children Children 17 and under can visit Friday, Oct.14, Munising Tribal Tuesday, Oct.18, Sault Tribe Manistique Tribal Health 17 and under can visit a tribal a tribal health center or go to the Health Center (18 and over), Health Center (auditorium), Center at 341-8469 or (866) 401- health center or go to the local local health departments to be 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 0043 health departments to be vaccinat- vaccinated free of charge because Friday, Oct. 21, Munising Tuesday, Oct.25, Sault Tribe Munising Tribal Health Center ed free of charge because they are they are members of a federally Tribal Health Center (18 and Health Center (auditorium), at 387-4721 members of a federally recognized recognized tribe. over), 10 a.m.-noon. 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Newberry Tribal Health Center tribe. MARQUETTE AREA Children 17 and under can visit Tuesday, Nov. 29, Sault Tribe at 293-8181 HESSEL AREA Tuesday, Oct.11, Salvation a Tribal Health Center or go to the Health Center (auditorium), Sault Community Health Tuesday, Oct. 11, Hessel Tribal Army in Marquette (18 and over), Local Health Department to be 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Program at 632-5210 Weds., Dec.1, Vegas Kewadin St. Ignace Tribal Health and (employees), 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Human Services at 643-8689. VA schedules free flu shot clinics for veterans The Oscar G. Johnson VA No appointment is necessary. Medical Center in Iron Mountain, Veterans may also request the flu Mich., has scheduled walk-in clin- shot at their regularly scheduled ics for enrolled veterans to receive doctor’s appointments. Veterans free flu shots at the medical center may call (800) 215-8262 (press and its seven community-based “1” and then press “2”) to confirm outpatient clinics at the following vaccine availability and walk-in dates and times: clinic dates for Oscar G. Johnson The VA Medical Center in VA Medical Center and all seven Iron Mountain: Monday through of its community outpatient clin- Wednesday, Oct. 3, 4 and 5 from 9 ics. a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (CDT) each day. “Everyone six months old VA clinic in Sault Ste Marie: and older is encouraged to get Wednesday, Oct. 12 from 8 a.m. to the flu vaccination,” said Terri 4 p.m. (EDT) Burgelbaugh, Health Promotion VA clinic in Marquette: and Disease Prevention program Monday through Tuesday, Oct. manager at the VA Medical Pictured above are tribal elder Larry McKechnie with youngsters C.J. McKechnie, Austin McClusky and Melanie 17 and 18 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Center.” “Especially people who McKechnie (L-R) shooting a public service announcement (PSA) advocating smoke-free homes. The PSA will be (EDT) have a chronic health condition televised all month. C.J. and Melanie are McKechnie’s grandchildren, Austin is a friend of the family and all are VA clinic in Ironwood: like asthma; diabetes; heart, lung residents of Kincheloe, Mich. Monday through Tuesday, Oct. or kidney disease; or reduced 17 and 18 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. resistance to infection.” Family featured in television public service (EDT) Health care workers and other VA clinic in Hancock: people who live with or care for Wednesday, Oct. 19 from 1 p.m. to high risk people are also highly announcement promoting smoke free homes 4 p.m. and Thursday, Oct. 20 from encouraged to get vaccinated. Sault Tribe elder Larry The Sault Tribe Community health dangers of secondhand 9 a.m. to noon (EDT). “Contrary to what many McKechnie and his grandchildren Health Program, in partnership and thirdhand smoke and the VA clinic in Manistique: believe, the flu vaccine is not are featured in a television public with the Sault Tribe Strategic importance of keeping your fam- Thursday, Oct. 27 from 8 a.m. to 4 a live virus, but an inactivated service announcement, Your fam- Alliance for Health Project and ily healthy and safe by having a p.m. (EDT). (killed) one,” said Burgelbaugh. ily deserves a smoke-free home, the Sault Tribe Housing Authority, smoke-free home. VA clinic in Rhinelander: “The vaccine cannot give you the running throughout September on recently filmed the spot focusing The 30-second spot was funded Thursday-Friday, Oct. 27 and 28 flu.” 9&10/Fox 32, TV6 and Charter on the health benefits of having by the U.S. Department of Health from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (CDT). Cable. a smoke-free home. It highlights and Human Services. October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Natural Resources Page 21 Dates and bag limits for tribal hunting season Here’s a quick rundown on sea- more than two of those five can be for furbearers: Three pine marten and fisher the elk are hunted only in desig- sons and bag limits for this hunt- antlered (with one antler being at Oct. 1–March 31: Bobcat, bad- per season, only in the upper pen- nated areas in the lower peninsula. ing season: least 3 inches in length). ger, grey fox, red fox, muskrat, insula; Migratory bird season starts Small game season started Bow and crossbow starts on the raccoon and mink. Three otter per season in the in September but the date varies Sept. 1 and runs through March day after Labor Day through the Sept. 1–March 31: Snowshoe U.P. and one per season in the by species. Please see the article 31, 2012. Hunters can have up to Sunday of the first full weekend in hare, cottontail rabbit, red squirrel, lower peninsula; on Migratory Bird Season this 10 of each species per day and January (this season that’s Jan. 8, grey squirrel, black squirrel and Ten rabbits and squirrels per page for specifics. possession (and transport) of no 2012). fox squirrel. day (see small game season); and To learn more about how to more than 20 of each species. Firearm early season is the day Oct. 1–March 15: Fisher and All other species have no bag apply for a bear or elk permit or Species considered samll game after Labor Day through Oct. 31. martin. limit. to ask questions, contact Rusty are ruffed grouse (partridge), Firearm season starts again on Oct. 1–May 1 in the Upper Bear season starts the same Aikens at the Inland Hunting and ring-neck pheasant, cottontail rab- Nov. 15 through the Sunday of the Peninsula: Otter and beaver. day as the Michigan’s and runs Fishing Department, raikens@ bit, snowshoe hare, gray squirrel, first full weekend in January (this Oct. 1–April 15 in the Lower through the last day of the state’s saulttribe.net, (906) 632-6132. black squirrel, fox squirrel, red season that’s Jan. 8, 2012). Peninsula: Otter and beaver. last hunt. Bear hunting is by bear To read more about the tribe’s squirrel, quail, woodchuck, porcu- Wild turkey season for fall is No closed season: Coyote, permit only and bear permits are inland hunting and fishing, look on pine, sharp tail grouse and crow. Oct. 1 through Nov. 14. Hunters skunk, weasel, porcupine and by lottery. The lucky hunters will the tribe’s new website for inland Don’t forget to keep track of your may have two birds of either sex opossum. be informed of the regulations hunting and fishing regulations, take for your harvest report. combined. (The spring season Hunter may have: when they receive their permit. Chapter 21 of the Tribal Code: Deer season starts depending shall be April 15 through June 15 Two bobcats per season (only Elk season is also by lottery. www.saulttribe.com/government/ on your gear. Hunters are limited for two bearded-birds only.) one can come from the lower pen- The tribes and state set the elk sea- tribal-code. to five deer per tribal member. No Firearm and trapping seasons insula); sons and numbers each year and 2011 regulations set for migratory, waterfowl birds From IFWD Ducks — Season dates: Open Sept. 1 through Dec. 31, 2011. Common snipe — Season session limit equals the daily bag The following regulations are Sept. 15 through Dec. 31, 2011. Daily bag limit: 20 in the aggre- dates: Open Sept. 15 through Dec. limit (20). Tribal members must set for the 2011 migratory and Daily bag limits: 20, including no gate. 31, 2011. Daily bag limits: 16. possess a tribal hunting permit from waterfowl birds season for Sault more than 5 canvasback, 5 black Coots and gallinule — Season Sora and Virginia rails the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe pursuant Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa duck, and 5 wood duck. dates: Open Sept. 1 through — Season dates: Open Sept. 1 to tribal law. Shooting hours are Indians members only: Mergansers — Season dates: Dec.31, 2011. Daily bag limit: 20 through Dec. 31, 2011. Daily bag one-half hour before sunrise until Mourning doves — Season Open Sept. 15 through Dec. 31, in the aggregate. limits: 20 in the aggregate. one-half hour after sunset. Hunters dates: Open Sept. 1 through Nov. 2011. Daily bag limit: 10, only 5 Woodcock — Season dates: General — Possession lim- must observe all other basic federal 14, 2011. Daily bag limit: 10 of which may be hens. Open Sept. 2 through Dec. 1, its are twice the daily bag limits migratory bird hunting regulations doves. Geese — Season dates: Open 2011. Daily bag limits: 10. except for rails, of which the pos- in 50 CFR part 20. Quality venison begins in the field: How to bring home your deer WALL OF FAME It’s a lengthy path from woods Don’t forget to send in photos of your to the table and how hunters pro- cess their game has a significant successful hunts — whether it’s a big impact on its palatability. Proper field care of deer is the first step buck or a brace of grouse, we want toward a rewarding experience in the kitchen. to see it. Email your photos (and any Proper field dressing of deer is questions) to [email protected]. mostly a matter of paying attention to detail. The first detail is tim- ing; generally, the sooner you can dress a deer — especially in warm weather — the better off you’ll be. It’s also a lot easier to field dress Tribal Code Ch. 21: an animal while it’s still warm. The DNR recommends rubber or latex gloves when field dressing Disabled hunter regs Win Awenen Nisitotung is run- ing conditions: deer, as much for your own sake ning excerpts from Ch. 21, our (a) The roadway cannot be a as for that of the meat. One of the Inland Hunting and Fishing Code, street or a state or federal high- keys to field dressing an animal that may be of interest to the read- way; and is to avoid contacting the meat ership. See Ch. 21 of the Tribal (b) You may not fill the permit with contaminants, either internal Code on the Sault Tribe website or tag of another; and (feces, stomach contents or urine) Photo courtesy MJCdetroit at: www.saulttribe.com/govern- (d) The vehicle must have or external (hair or dirt). Field dressing a deer in Delta County of the Hiawatha National Forest. ment/tribal-code. handicapped or disabled license The first step — after you’ve as well. You’ll have to cut to a pelvis, use a small saw instead of Excerpt: plates; or tagged the deer — is to roll it depth of about four inches. Do not a knife. Instead, pull the rectum 21.301 Disabled hunter permits. (e) You must display a sign pro- on its back. Make sure you have severe the rectum or the urethra. If and urethra from under the pelvic (1) A disabled Tribal member vided by the tribe that says a sharp knife (dull knives lead pellets or fecal material are present bone into the body cavity. Pull the may apply for a disabled hunter “disabled.”; and to accidents). Locate the breast in the rectum, some hunters rec- windpipe and esophagus down and permit. To be eligible for a dis- (f) You must shoot away from, bone. Pull the hide away from ommend tying it shut with a piece away from the carcass. abled hunter’s permit, a tribal and not across or parallel to the the carcass (to avoid puncturing of string. Cut the diaphragm as close to member must: roadway; and any internal organs) and make a If it’s a doe — or a buck and the rib cage as possible on both (a) Suffer from physical disabil- (g) For purposes of this sec- small incision in the animal’s chest you do not plan to mount the tro- sides, making sure you do not ity or impairment and would face tion only, the transportation or just below the breast bone. Insert phy — you can cut up through the puncture the stomach, intestines a significant health risk by partici- possession of a loaded or uncased your middle and forefingers in the center of the breast bone, all the or bladder. Roll the body on its pating in normal hunting activities; weapon in a motor vehicle while shape of a V and push up against way up to the neck. If it’s an old side, allowing the entrails to begin or the vehicle is moving is prohibited the skin. Insert the knife, cutting or large animal, a small saw will falling out of the body cavity. You (b) Find it unduly burdensome at all times. surface up, between the fingers make it easier to get through the may have to free the organs from to participate in normal hunting (4) Assisting a tribe and cut through the abdominal rib cage. If it’s a buck that you connective tissue with your knife. activities; member having a disabled hunter wall and down toward the pelvis. want to mount, do not cut above Keep the liver and heart for the or Permit is allowed pursuant to By working from the chest toward the breast bone; reach up into the table, if you’re inclined. (c) Otherwise be unable to par- Section 21.1802. the pelvis, you are cutting in the chest cavity to grasp the windpipe Prop the body cavity open (a ticipate in normal hunting activi- direction the hair grows, making it and esophagus. Cut the esophagus stick will help) to facilitate cooling ties. Excerpt: easier to avoid getting hair on the and wind pipe as high as you can and allow the blood to drain. Wipe (2) Requests for a disabled 21.1802 Assisting disabled meat (see photo). reach. Pull them down and cut out the body cavity. The carcass hunter’s permit shall be submit- hunter. If the deer is a buck, cut around them free. is now ready to be transported to ted to the Natural Resources Any individual may assist a both sides of the reproductive The DNR does not recom- where you want to hang it until Department. tribe member holding a disabled organs. Cut between the hams mend splitting the pelvic bone, as you’re ready to take it home or to (3) A disabled hunter’s permit hunter permit, but shall not carry a carefully to free a buck’s urethra. many injuries occur while doing the processor. authorizes hunting from a station- weapon unless authorized to do so Cut around the anus. And, if it’s a so. If you insist on splitting the — From the Michigan DNR ary vehicle subject to the follow- by tribal or State of Michigan law. doe, cut around the vaginal tract, Page 22 Community October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung

Photo by Rick Smith Photo by Rick Smith Knotweed-B-Gone — Staff of the Sault Tribe Environmental Department conducted a Japanese Knotweed col- Simply Unforgettable — Sault Tribe members Rose Perry and Gabriel lection event along with a party for participants at their office at Portage Avenue and Greenough Street in Sault Castaneda, co-owners of Simply Unforgettable Wedding and Event Ste. Marie on Sept. 18. Residents of the Sault area were invited to remove the imposing weed from their proper- Services in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., specialize in planning and providing ties and deposit them with the department for proper disposal. All together, the staff collected numerous bags services for a wide variety of functions from birthday parties to major of the destructive plant. At the midway point of the three-hour event, Crystal Boles, Kathie Brosemer and Robin festivals of all kinds. Simply Unforgettable started about two years ago Clark (L-R) are seen with some of the collection. as a DJ service that evolved earlier this year into a multi-faceted compa- ny that can deliver festive, family friendly touches such as bounce hous- es, foam parties, custom cakes or personal appearances by Spongebob Squarepants or Dora the Explorer. They can be reached at 632-9999 or via Facebook at Simply Unforgettable-Event-Services. McCoy takes first in nation

Photo courtesy of Jeremy McCoy Sault Tribe member Skyer McCoy, 13, recently ranked first in her category in the Amateur Athletic Union national gymnastics championship competitions in Orlando, Fla. Out of four possible perfect scores of 10 in gymnastics performances on vault, bars, beam and floor competitions, McCoy scored 9.175 on vault, 8,150 on bars, 9.425 on beam and 9.600 on her floor presentation for an all around score of 36.350. She placed first in all events except on bars. McCoy is the daughter of Jeremy McCoy and Breanna Weaver and the granddaughter of James and Brenda McCoy, all of Florida. Skyler is pictured above, with some of her medals to the right.

Photo courtesy of Debra Mosier Debra Mosier and her husband spent a recent gorgeous fall afternoon fishing on Higgins Lake, in the Roscommon area, and caught four lake trout. On their way back home, they gave two to a neighbor to smoke Photo courtesy of the St. Ignace News and a third to a friend who appreciates the fish because it helps with her HONORS — Bart Stupak was recently honored for his service and support to help fund the construction of diet. While the Mosiers enjoyed fried perch that evening, grilled lake trout Mackinac Straits Hospital. The hospital’s front lobby wall is dedicated to “those who have gone above and was on the menu for dinner on the following day. Mosier’s father, Tom beyond to make this dream a reality” with Bart Stupak as the first recipient. Stupak was presented with a Stafford, an elder of the tribe, taught her how to fish when she was 8 plaque, pictured here with his wife Laurie, Unit III Director Patrick Rickley, hospital board chairman Ron Mitchell years old. “I love to fish and, when I can, share my catch with others and and St. Ignace Mayor Margaret Doud, all there to thank Stupak and his wife for the tireless work they both did it makes me even happier,” said Mosier. to keep the funding for this facility. October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung natural Resources Page 23 Creek draining into Ashmun Bay polluted with E. coli Source of contamination in Ashmun Creek is unknown, studies are being planned By Brenda Austin SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. — Ashmun Creek is in trouble — the state of Michigan has it listed as impaired water under the Clean Water Act. Many residents of Sault Ste. Marie pass right by it, or over it, on a daily basis and don’t real- ize it’s even there. Ashmun Creek begins in the wetlands around Three Mile Road, travels through a ditch and under the road by Wal- Mart. From there, it flows under I-75 Business Spur by the State Police Post where two drainage pipes dump runoff water laden with high levels of E. coli and fecal coliform bacteria into the creek from an unknown source. Photos by Mike Ripley From there, it travels by Sanderson South side of perched culverts (upstream) beneath railroad tracks show- Field, by the city airport, and ing cemented banks and debris that is trapped during high water. beneath the railroad tracks before flowing into Ashmun Bay. Along the creek’s watershed are eight gas stations that at one time had old underground storage tanks that leaked and contaminated the groundwater. Even though the state initiated clean up of those leaking tanks, high levels of petro- leum products, including cancer- causing benzene, are still found in the creek, according to Inter-Tribal Fisheries and Assessment Program Environmental Coordinator Mike Ripley. What’s one little creek and why should you care? Well…the water from the creek empties into the Photo by Brenda Austin Inter-Tribal Fisheries and Assessment Program environmental coordina- bay, and the bay empties into the tor Mike Ripley kneels on a slab of concrete in Ashmun Creek near where St. Marys River, where our drink- Upstream of culverts and behind the Holiday gas station showing large the creek empties into Ashmun Bay. ing water comes from. And, where debris and garbage. Water quality in this area is notably degraded. our kids swim, families boat and grant covering the cost of inter- access improved from both the fish and tourists come to enjoy our pretive signage he had installed north and south,” Zimmerman beautiful waterways and up north throughout the Bio-Reserve hiking said. “Coming in from the snow- lifestyle. trail noting points of interest, such mobile bridge is like a big mud There are people who have as tree and plant types. He hopes pit, the trail needs to be built up walked the length of the creek, to someday see a plan for finished and some trap rock put in there. done studies on it and who want hiking and ski trails, better access A local group is looking into that to see it cleaned up and protected. to the natural area and improved and the EUP Regional Planning Among those are Binational parking. The area consists of wet- Commission is just starting a non- Public Advisory Council (B-PAC) lands and a rugged ravine com- motorized trail study for the Sault, members, Lake Superior State plex, which Zimmerman says is with that trail being part of the University faculty, USDA staff perfect for mountain biking. study.” and Sault Tribe. These groups and Access to the area is limited, Other negative environmental individuals are working to find with the only easy access off of impacts affecting the creek are grant money to repair the creek. the snowmobile trailhead at 8th snow melt and discharging rain Potential projects include cleanup Ave. and 11th St. The other access water from streets, parking lots of garbage and debris, locating the is by Sanderson Field behind the and developments, which often E. coli source, repairing stream Hampton Inn on the Business include high levels of winter road banks eroded by floodwaters, Spur. “The availability of the area salt and trash from parking lots. marking storm drains to prevent needs to be enhanced and the According to Ripley, studies have More trash and debris buildup in what should - and could be - be a pris- dumping of trash and debris into shown that some tine natural area along the creek’s meandering path. the drains and the construction of areas of Ashmun hiking trails for use of the natural Creek are saltier then quality. Our economy depends on Maintaining the health of our area. the ocean. a clean St. Marys River. People watersheds and getting the most Another surprising fact that Erosion of the aren’t going to come up here to out of local commerce is doable, many Sault residents are unaware creek’s banks is boat, fish and do their paddle according to Carr. “I think the city of is that the city owns a 300- also a problem in sports if we are on a Great Lakes can accommodate those natural acre natural area, named the the spring and dur- list of environmental hot spots,” resources and still develop and Ashmun Creek Bio-Reserve, ing high rain events. he said. have effective infrastructure. I located approximately between Because most of the Pat Carr, soil conserva- don’t think we have to build our the Sanderson Field runway and soil is clay and the tion technician for the Natural parking lots right on our creeks I-75 and running from the Cascade drainage is poor, high Resources Conservation Service, – the city now has requirements Crossing strip mall to the I-500 amounts of water a division of the USDA, has that the city has to accommodate track. According to LSSU Biology flow into the creek been involved with the Sprawl their own storm water, things like Professor Greg Zimmerman, the very quickly, flush- Avoidance and Resource that are good. Sault Ste. Marie is university has used the natural ing contaminants and Management Initiative (SARMI), looking at water quality as being area as an outdoor classroom causing erosion. initiated by Sault city officials. very important,” he said. and living lab for ecology and The creek and One facet of the project is identi- For more information about the biology classes for many years. natural area is a fying wetlands within the city to 300-acre natural area or Ashmun Ashmun Creek runs through this fabulous resource help afford them the proper pro- Creek, contact Greg Zimmerman area, which holds great potential that many people take tection. According to Carr, there at (906) 635-2470 or gzimmer- for our community as an area for for granted, or are may be some identifiable sources [email protected]. Inter-Tribal non-motorized recreation such as unaware of, accord- of E. coli that could easily be Fisheries and Assessment Program hiking, snowshoeing and Nordic ing to Zimmerman. taken care of. He said a compre- environmental Coordinator Mike skiing, affording people the oppor- “Even in a little urban hensive water quality assessment Ripley can be contacted by calling tunity to connect with nature and stream, water quality should be done through a quali- CORA at 632-0043, or by email at increase physical activity, right in R.V. dump along the creek’s bank - behind a local is important because fied agency, consultant, or LSSU, [email protected]. To reach Pat the middle of town. gas station - with a sign that warns people the it contributes to the to determine the exact sources of Carr, call 632-9611 ext. 120, or Zimmerman received a small water is not safe for drinking. St. Marys River water the bacteria. email [email protected]. Page 24 Community OCTOBER 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Learners make quill boxes at immersion camp prizes! Preserving the I feel fortunate to take part in this language exercise, to be able language of our to practice with language learn- ers at the camp and to have fluent elders for future people mentor me. The task is great with many generations of hours of commitment devoted to learners preserving the language of our ancestors, but the rewards are even By Theresa Lewis greater! Aanii, Boozhoo! Tanes Other language learners Otowadjiwan ndizhnikaaz, name Here is how some of the other ndoodem. Hello! My name is students felt about the camp: Theresa Lewis and I am from the Carol Eavou — “I loved the sturgeon clan. As a ’Nishinaabe, I quill camp because, for me, it want to retain my cultural identity accomplished so many things. Not with the language of our elders. only did it help us learn to speak The ’Nishinaabe language is new words, it helped to preserve very important and is recognized a dying art. Now more people are while practicing our sovereignty aware of the art of quill work and in our First Nation communities. how it’s done. Now they can share Unfortunately, the population of those teachings with others. our fluent speakers is becoming “It reconnects us to our history less and less with each passing and culture. To be able to say, ‘I year as they walk on into the spirit made this beautiful quill work,’ world. Photos by Theresa Lewis Irene Makadebin shows Mike Sagataw and Clifford Shigawadja the art of quilling. gives me a good feeling. Aapiji An effort to practice and preserve ngchi nendam gii zhaa’aanh.” the language of our elders now have a better appreciation of ested in learning the language as I and cleaning duties. I especially Mike Sagataw — “The class The ANA Baawting Language the work involved, of the patience am. The age range of the students tuned in when fluent speakers was awesome! I made my first Immersion Camp is a program and the meticulous nature of the varied from 10-year-olds to elders. spoke with each other during quill box and enjoyed working where our language students have crafters who make the quill box. A We would sit together reviewing conversations. I had a slight under- with the quills and the birch bark. been participating in preserving mentor at the camp said that a quill our ‘Nishinaabe words and phrases standing of words spoken. I spent quality time with the fluent and revitalizing our language. box is also called a semaa mka- during the daily activities. In the evening, I also had the speakers and learned a lot of my On Aug. 18 through 21, the lan- koonhs (tobacco box). There were This was one of the phrases opportunity to speak the language language and culture. Thank you guage program had its fourth lan- nine fluent mentors, speakers who that I practiced often: Wiingezin, while playing bingo and calling all.” guage immersion camp, the theme were very helpful in answering all giishkaa-yezhgan ka zgo’ik (Be the numbers all in the language. Allison Krebs — “Gchi miig- was learning how to make quill my language questions. careful, a quill tip will hook onto This was an exciting time because wech for the opportunity to take boxes. I found making the quill At language camp, there was you) while working on my semaa the winners had to call back their part in the Sault Tribe language box very tedious because of the a sense of community. The camp mkakoonhs (semaa box). winning numbers to me all in the immersion quill work camp. It was small porcupine quills (gaawyak), was attended by other language In the kitchen, language men- language. I said, “Nishin!” (Good so beautiful to see how our lan- which I had to thread through birch students from the seven-county tors were there to help me speak job!) In the end it was all fun guage, ’Nishinaabemowin, brings bark (naabdoo’wan wiigwaas). I area we service, who are as inter- the language during meal times because they won sweet goody us together and holds us together.”

Bea Leighton made a strawberry design with quills. Gerry Blanchard makes an interesting quill box. Dolly Keway designed a complex scene.

Jackie Gravelle’s first quill work. Paul Blondeau quilled a beaver on his box. Mentor Doreen Peltier makes a quill design for a band. October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung representative Reports Page 25 Chairman: tribe earns millions in grant monies I have been in the chairman’s Our community health pro- grants this month. One funded preservation program a success- position for just over a month gram was one of 61 communi- at $55,748 will provide infrared ful year. It was the end of the now and the transition has been ties selected to receive funding camera training, blower door first year of an ANA grant that very smooth. At the board meet- from the U.S. Department of analysis and building-as-a-sys- they received to provide various ing on Sept. 27 we took nomina- Health and Human Services. tem training and certification, programs to members educat- tions from board members for the This Community Transformation and building envelope training ing them on our language. I was open Unit I seat. We currently grant is in the amount of $2.5 and certification, for at least 10 very happy to attend and believe have three nominations. At our million or $500,000 annually for staff members. The other grant strongly in the preservation of meeting on Oct. 11 we will again five years. The project’s com- was funded at $75,509 will allow our language. I sincerely applaud take additional nominations from munity health will work with for energy audits of 16 tribally- the efforts of the cultural depart- those board members who were partner communities and schools owned governmental buildings. ment for making this grant suc- not present at the Sept. 27 meet- to make environmental, program- Our Housing Authority also cessful. ing and vote on the board’s rec- matic and infrastructure changes received a grant to renovate A few notes as I close: please ommendations. that will lead to healthier com- housing units in Newberry. This feel free to explore our new web- We have many things to be munities. included insulation, vinyl siding, site located at www.saulttribe. excited about this month. Our For the fiscal year 2011, the automatic foundation vents, win- com. Also, as the cold weather Joseph Eitrem, Director, staff works hard researching Department of Justice awarded dow wells, vapor barriers which returns and winter is just around Unit I and applying for as many grant the Sault Tribe just over $1.6 will help make the homes more the corner don’t forget to get Aanii, opportunities as they can. This million under the Coordinated energy efficient. Housing units in your flu shot. A schedule of tribal This month we headed back to not only supplements our tribal Tribal Assistance Solicitation. Escanaba, Wetmore, and Hessel flu clinics has been released and budget, but it brings more oppor- The Tribal Court, Sault Tribe also received this type of renova- school and back into the cooler can be viewed either on the web- tunities to serve our membership. Law Enforcement and ARC each tion during the month. weather that we’re all used to. site or our Facebook page. This month, I am happy to received separate grant awards. Culture is an important part While we had several things to be If you would like to call me, report that our health, hous- Tribal Court received $401,914, of who we are and our culture excited and proud of during the contact the office at toll free at ing, court, law enforcement, Tribal Law Enforcement received includes our language. Earlier in summer months, as with the turn- (800) 793-0660 or locally at 635- ing of the season, the fall brings Advocacy Resource Center $710,432 and Advocacy Resource the month I attended a feast to 6050. new opportunities and enjoyment (ARC) and planning and develop- Center received $514,218. acknowledge the hard work and Respectfully, for our tribe and its membership. ment divisions were all awarded And, the U.S. Department of efforts the Cultural Department grant funds. Energy awarded the tribe two put forth to make the language Joe Eitrem Vice chairwoman reports on Greektown lawsuits plans to sustain the increase. I did another hearing at the end of the plan and want to say miigwech and be a voice for “lessons in past not support the change because I October and we continue to stand to our administration and our mistakes” but also understanding firmly believe if we seriously sit our arguments. grant specialist for all the work we must diversify. down and prioritize our needs we We were also in a major dis- — also our construction and work Director Hollowell and I will could come up with other action. pute at the federal level with the crews! The homes look awesome be holding a unit meeting at the If you have any problems with any Carrciera case, which brought in and people are happy. With our Newberry Tribal Center on Oct. 17 change, please contact our Elder question lands that the government 2012 plan we will build addition at 5:30 p.m. We plan to hold the Division so that accurate informa- held into trust as Indian lands. We housing for elders, rehabilitate next in DeTour; please watch for tion is given. acted quickly and diligently retain- homes on trust land, assist with notices on our new website and in Since the last report, we have ing our most senior outside council down payments, repair our exist- local papers as well. settled two imperative cases that Bruce Greene, with his advice ing facilities, upgrade water heater In closing, I would like to would have negatively affected and our own legal department, and furnaces and assist those that invite all to our first Gathering our tribe. First is a case we settled we prepared reports, arguments rent off reservation. I know many of Pipes fall feast. The ceremony out of court that pertains to and statements and prevailed. Our tribal members need housing and will take place and pipes will be Greektown. WE prepared a lawsuit Indian lands will not be affected many ask why we just don’t use lit at noon on Nov. 5 at the lodge, against Greektown for computer by this lawsuit any longer, other all money to build new, it’s very located on the Hessel powwow lana Causley, Director, misusage. After much preparation, Tribes continue to have to fight important for us to maintain the grounds. We will have a feast and Unit II we did make a case that was in this case and I hope they all prevail large amounts of unit we have please bring a dish to pass if you I would like to start out my favor of us. For this one lawsuit, as we have. Reporting both these now and good job too our depart- can. Our community does this on report letting all in Newberry Greektown will be obligated to outcomes does my heart good as ment for all that’s planned, all its own and its another old custom know how thankful I was to attend settle with us in the amount of our continued effort to protect our housing sites will be affected with that helps all of us on our path. such a welcoming powwow this $125,000. That’s a first and I’m Tribe is the most important priority our 2012 plan. Please contact me personally at past September. This powwow glad this one ended as it did; it’s personally for me. As we move forward with our (906) 4842954 or lcausley@sault- started out very small just a few small but nevertheless IN favor of Also at this past weekly busi- planning, we do have economi- tribe.org if you would like to talk years back and it has grown to be us. As for the much larger lawsuit ness meeting with the board we cal development endeavors on the or meet with me. Baamaapii. one of the very best in our area. from Greektown, the only update were presented the 2012 Indian horizon that the tribe is pursuing. Lana Causley, Miigwech to Shirley Kawalk, Lois at this time is that there will be housing plan. I’m impressed with I will continue to act cautiously Vice Chairwoman Bryant and the committee for all they do to get this ready for us. The elders are very active in that community as well and events like this show the pride in our people. This past week we had a bud- get resolution presented to us to increase the Elders Health Fund by $99,400 due to spending out the current 2011 budget for direct services to elders. I supported this increase. The increase was needed due to the number of tribal elders reaching the age of 60 and those North Star Habitat for who use the program. Humanity The Elder Services Division 400 Sheridan Dr., had also recommended a modifi- Sault Ste. Marie cation to the Elder Health Fund 906-632-6616 policy to implement some cost saving strategies and to accom- Open Hours: modate the increase in the number Tues-Friday – 9:30-5 of elders served. I didn’t support the new changes in the policy but Saturday – 9:30-1:30 understand we must do something. The new policy will serve the We Need Your neediest elders and utilize other Donations Used & programs that offer the same ser- vice. We have been told there is New — Household no loss of service to our elders but Goods, Building some changes will occur — let Materials, Appliances me say we are not cutting any funding, just trying to spread it Furniture • Tools out farther. But, we need to make State Representative Frank Foster and Don Gustafson, Superintendent of St. Ignace Everything! sure our departments make sound Schools (L-R) drop in to visit the Sault Tribe Head Start Center in St. Ignace. All contributions go directly to build new homes. Tax receipts are available.

WE ACCEPT SCRAP METAL ALUMINUM: siding, old boats, canoes, electrical cable, storm and gutter. COPPER/BRASS: used electric wire, copper pipe, old faucets, plumbing fixtures. TIN / STEEL: used stoves, washers, dryers, metal shelving, car body parts, metal fencing, construc- tion steel/tin. MUST BE CLEAN. Page 26 Representatives Reports October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Tribes working to stop taxation of honorariums nates from the IRS. Indians. This one will not happen river. It documents all the efforts Against Women. The honor of one It is now a requirement that overnight but we must start so that made by citizens and elected offi- is an honor for us all. I know that all arena staff, head dancers, this does not continue. cials at all levels to address the she will represent us well. Please head drums, judges, etc., fill out I had the privilege to tes- problem, reaching a peak in 2006 take the time to congratulate her. IRS forms. These include W-2 or tify on behalf of our tribe before with a petition, a lawsuit, a letter I would also like to congratu- 1099-MISC forms. The tribe is the state’s Natural Resources, from Sen. Carl Levin to the EPA late Dr. Bruce Anderson, our very required to obtain Social Security Tourism, and Outdoor Recreation and from Ontario’s Tony Martin own tribal dental program manag- numbers or tax identification Standing Committee during a to the Canadian Environmental er, who received the 2011 Lifelong numbers prior to making any meeting that was held at Lake Minister. With all the effort within Learning and Service Recognition payments. If this information is Superior University on Sept. 23. the last five years, little has been Award from the Academy of not obtained before payment, The chair of this committee is accomplished. I thanked them for General Dentistry. We are so fortu- accounting has to withhold at the State Representative Frank Foster listening and emphasized that we nate to have Dr. Anderson working back withholds rate of 28 percent. and his office called to ask me to must work together to get this for our tribe and I am grateful for This is just an example of what is participate in their fact finding done. all the efforts that he has done to being done and it causes us great efforts of the issues with our St. If you would like a copy of the build our high quality dental pro- hardships and hard feelings in Marys River. report, please contact me and I gram. Cathy abramson, DireCtor, planning and recruiting people for They were specifically inter- will see that you get one. Our Law Enforcement, Health, Unit i these events. ested in the Canadian sewage Soon members living in the ACFS, Tribal Court and Facilities Recently, the IRS has increased Our tribe is working with problems that flow into the river seven-county service area will staff continue to write and receive audits throughout the United the National Indian Gaming and on to the beaches of our Sugar be receiving a survey in the mail much needed funding to provide States of educational and cultural Association and Congressman Island residents. Canadian officials from our Traditional Healthy for services to our tribal members. benefits provided to tribal mem- Devin Nunes (R-CA) to draft leg- continue to deny that this is com- Environments Grant Project. Your hard work does not go unno- bers by their tribal governments. islation that will ensure these ben- ing from their sewage plant. The Please make sure that you fill this ticed. Congratulations and keep up This has caused a lot of issues efits are not subject to individual E. coli count remains high and out and send it back. Your input is the great work! with our cultural events and income tax. Director Pine and I are sanitary products continue to wash important for future direction of If you have any questions activies such as powwows and working on a resolution supporting up on the shores. our programming. or concerns, please contact me other gatherings. Let me empha- these efforts. This will be submit- I presented them with a 2009 I would like to take the time to at (906) 322-3823 or e-mail at size: This is NOT a procedure ted to United Tribes, Midwest report compiled by Mike Ripley, congratulate Lori Jump on being [email protected]. I look that originated from our tribal Alliance of Sovereign Tribes and our environmental coorindator at appointed to the National Tribal forward to hearing from you! Accounting Department. It origi- to National Congress of American CORA, on the conditions in the Advisory Committee on Violence Cathy Abramson Tribe needs a financial blueprint for the future to realize a significant cost sav- achieve our goals.” I support that powwow was an especially good ning and setting in for winter—a ings in utility expenditures. sentiment but will remain vigilant time for all. Thank you to all the good time for feasts of thanksgiv- Savings and investment: that we respect our fiduciary obli- drums, dancers, vendors and com- ing for our blessings from Mother Disciplined savings and invest- gation as trustees. munity who volunteered their time Earth. ment is a cornerstone to our future We’ve had a beautiful autumn to make it so special. The elders in As always, please contact me prosperity. Regardless of current season. Blue skies, warm weather, the Naubinway area have been out with your questions, concerns and revenue, budget expenditures and spectacular fall foliage. The gathering cranberries and everyone assistance: long term debt, we must remain Newberry (Honoring the Waters) seems busy with harvesting, can- (906) 484-6821 committed to a disciplined plan of savings and investment. Our investment in Indian Energy LLC was a decision I thoroughly supported because the projected Honoring our AnisHinAbe return on investment (ROI) will th Catherine hollowell, contribute a significant source of VeterAns 8 AnnuAl Pow wow DireCtor, Unit ii revenue with annual dividends of Saturday, November 12, 2011 We’ve gotten a lot of work $8.5 million—almost half of our KiNroSS recreatioN ceNter, KiNroSS,michigaN done since I came on board in current out-of-pocket (corporate July 2010. Now, the field is tax) operating expenses. It’s a beginning to clear, so that we long term investment, with returns P T can focus our efforts on strategic projected to be realized in seven U r planning: a financial blueprint for to 10 years. But this investment B a the future. decision was made with thorough d Our various funding sourc- due diligence, transparency, and l e es—IHS, BIA and other federal most importantly the support of I W revenue along with our own tribal r our tribal citizens via a referen- W c e corporate tax contribution—dic- dum election. e s tates that we utilize three separate l Indian Energy LLC submits l budget schedules: January to a comprehensive monthly report c January, July to July and October to the tribe as well as a bi-annual c o to October. We are currently in-person presentation to ensure o m reviewing the third and final bud- contractual benchmarks are being m e get schedule for 2012. By and met. I’m happy to report that two e large, we should not see any major significant accomplishments have budgetary cuts in 2012. been achieved: A Power Purchase It is within this financial frame- Agreement (PPA) with a major work that improvements—in both west cost power utility provider; Grand Entry: 12 p.m. Noon service to our tribal citizens and and a major 8(a) partnership with our workforce—have to be made. Feast / Potluck: 6 p.m. Please bring a dish to pass. a federally recognized tribe in The truth is, we have a lot of chal- order to take advantage of sole — Delegates— lenges to face and solutions will Emcee: Josh Homminga have to be found within the reali- source government contracts. ties of the resources available to I will be able to provide more Head Veteran: Graz Shipman us. detailed information in my next Head Male: Bnaaswi Biaswaasi Commitment to debt reduction: unit report. But, I will say that the Head Female: Connie Manitowabi Fiscal discipline to our debt reduc- Sault Tribe needs to get serious tion plan must remain a priority. I about achieving our own 8(a) cer- Arena Director: Tracy Heath am happy to report that we retired tification in order to partner and Host Drum: Niiwin Nimkii our debt on the tribal health center develop opportunities that will KBIC Honor Guard one year ahead of schedule, real- translate into jobs for our own Honorarium for first 5 registered drums izing a savings of $55,000. tribal citizens. Efficiencies: Preserving or As we go to press, you may increasing services across the be hearing rumors about gam- This is an alcohol and drug free event. board will require partnering with ing efforts downstate. Chairman For information, please call Jackie Minton at our employees to identify savings. Eitrem has said it best: “We will 906-635-6050 or 906-253-4977 For example, the retrofitting of explore any and all business and energy efficient lighting through- development opportunities that out all tribal facilities is beginning offer the potential to help us October 7, 2011 • Win Awenen Nisitotung Representative Reports Page 27 Miller reports overall board October snapshot Another month and the cold chairman for the remainder of projects that has been monopoliz- ing to the state of Michigan and is drawing ever closer. Enjoy the the vacant term, which expires ing my time for the past two years it’s intrusion into our treaty fishing warm days that we have left. The in 2012. I believe Joe will do an will be put out there soon. If these rights. Denise Chase and myself board of directors has been busy excellent job and help to stabilize projects become a reality, it will continue to work with the board to with the normal items of oversight the situation and allow the board help to generate the revenue that get this addressed. and policy responsibilities. We to focus on policy and oversight. we need to provide services to our The JKL fiduciary board have made some code changes But, as a result of Joe Eitrem membership. With proper budget- continues to work with the that will allow the Elders Advisory assuming the chair’s position, we ing, deficits would be a thing of JKL Bahweting Public School Committee to hold candidate now have to appoint a person to the past. The projected deficit is a Academy on the prospect of build- forums in each of the unit areas. take Joe’s vacant Unit I seat. By constant in the budgeting process, ing a new school that would hold We are still working on the job the time you read this report, there with the CFO diligently working up to 600 students. description and hiring of a tribal will be approximately nine months on ways to bring it down as much This is a snapshot of what the administrator to assume the duties left in that term. My suggestion as possible. board is working on for the mem- separated from the chairman’s is appoint the next highest vote The fishing issue in the Bay de bership. Have a very good October position by the constitutional getter in Unit I in the most recent Noc area continues with two trib- and stay healthy. If you have any amendment. election. We are working on it. ally-licensed fishermen sitting in questions, please contact me at Tom Miller, Director, The board of directors appoint- The announcement for one of the county jail. I cannot emphasize (906) 644-3334 or on my cell Unit IV ed Joe Eitrem to serve as tribal the major economic development the importance of the tribe object- (906) 322-3827. Board vacancy procedure: ’how’ trumps ‘who’ far there have only been nomina- appointment shouldn’t be about the person who can attain seven use to those of you who live out- tions made, and nothing voted on. “who.” It should be about “how.” votes will be appointed to fill the side the service area or find it dif- My belief was, and remains, that Appointing someone who ran seat. I hope it doesn’t take the ficult to travel to the meetings for in the absence of the membership in the last election, passed the board as long to fill this vacancy whatever reason. I began making being allowed to elect someone to background check and received as it did that of the chairman’s inquiries to have it reinstated last the vacated seat, that the person the next highest number of votes seat. fall and with the advent of a new with the next highest votes in the would be a reasonable process to There is some good news to digital camcorder (courtesy of the last election be appointed. This set in place. It also eliminates the report. The board meetings are Communications Department) and was my motion in our last meet- politics of “who,” while at the now able to be viewed online. the new site, we are once again ing; and was intended to put in same time validating the vote of The new website design is up and able to keep you better informed place a process so that anytime the people. But there will be no running. It is quite different, and of board actions. I would also like we find ourselves in this circum- such process for this appointment. as creatures of habit, some of us to thank Jennifer Dale-Burton for stance, we would be able to vali- Our general counsel did find are having some difficulty find- her work loading the video for all date your vote. My motion failed. a process for us to follow in ing the things. You can find the to view! Miigwech, Jen! In the absence of a process the absence of the aforemen- video at this web address www. If you have questions, com- DJ Malloy, Director, like this, the board will be able tioned. The process is found in saulttribe.com/government/board- ments or just want to discuss an Unit I to appoint your representative Robert’s Rules of Order under of-directors and click “board idea, please feel free to contact I thought perhaps we would be from a list of their choosing. That “Nominations.” In this method, meeting video” on the left hand me at (906) 440-9762 or by able to announce by now that the means there is the opportunity to each board member is allowed side menu This service, the board emailing me at djmalloy@ Unit 1 seat vacated by Joe Eitrem, appoint someone who will align to nominate one person and one meeting video, has been restored saulttribe.net. upon his appointment to chair- themselves politically with board person only. Those names would to the membership after a long Respectfully submitted, man, had been filled. However, so members. My contention is the then be voted on individually and absence and will be of particular DJ Malloy Unit V busy with meetings, issues, powwows Eitrem. Congratulations, Joe, you concerns. Some of these concerns I would like to fill you in on other • Tribal funerals are doing a good job. are budgets, housing, health, elder things I have attended this month. • Checked out new siding for Most of us were busy with care and membership for Unit I. • I attended the Our Veterans houses in Wetmore all our powwows. I attended our We are trying to fill another board Memorial in AuTrain, Mich. This • Answered all phone calls, let- powwow, which was held at the seat for Unit I. was funded ($10,000) from our ters and emails Bay Furnace, on the shore of In September, the board met 2 percent monies that go back to • Checked on health for audi- Lake Superior across from Grand in Munising, in our Unit V area. our communities from the casino ologist in the western area Island. This is where our first We had our regular workshop and takes. This memorial made me • Transportation in the west- Natives lived in a small village. then our meeting for our members very proud to give back to all ern area. We have a new driver, At our powwow, this gave me a and their concerns. I was happy to our veterans for this project from Richard Nickunen, so if you need great feeling of spiritual fulfill- see our members attend and ask Sault Tribe. They in honor, thanks a ride to the Sault, here is the ment and comfort to know we questions. to us, had a paver put down with number to call: (906) 635-4971. were honoring our people of long Some of my concerns are: the Sault Ste. Marie logo put As of right now, sometimes ago. My heartfelt thanks go out to • Tribal Health Center—what on it. At this time I also want to it seems like there is not enough everyone who helped and attend- to do with it. This is located in thank all involved in the project. time in the day to get all this ed. Wetmore and I do not have a lot Among the other things I done, but if you cherish what you I attended the elders’ picnic in of suggestions and the board is attended to are: are doing for your members it Joan (Carr) Anderson, Ishpeming and also had all my involved in this also. • Munising meetings makes a difference, and I do. Director, Unit V regular meetings in my unit and • What to do with the third • Unit meetings Joanie Carr Anderson August was a busy month the Sault. floor as it was designed for in our • Health meeting Phone: (906) 450-7299 for all board members. We have This month (September) we tribal center in Munising. • Casino meeting for employ- 387-2802 had many meetings and we had started out busy as usual, attend- • We will have to fill the Unit I ees [email protected] to choose a new chairman, Joe ing board meetings and discussing director position on Oct. 11, 2011. • Visited the home bound Elder health fund principal dwindles Moving ? The tribal board in 1998 priated $4,098,486 interest and This is on the agenda for our next approved the establishment of principal to fund the elder health board meeting. the Elder Health Self-Sufficiency care program since its incep- The Sault Tribe Board of Trust Fund of $3 million. The tion. The tribal board at our last Directors passed a resolution in original intent was to use only meeting amended the policy and support of the Michigan Indian earned interest to fund the elder procedures of the elder health Family Preservation Act (MIFPA). health care program that was care program and approved an Tribal staff has been working with established. The program includes additional $99,400 from trust fund the other tribes and state legisla- dental, optical, life line, medical principal to continue funding for ture on proposing the legislation. equipment and other benefits. It the remainder of 2011. The proposed act seeks to protect is unfortunate that the earnings The tribal board has declared the rights of Indian children in TRIBAL MEMBERS! (interest on investments) have that a vacancy exists in Unit I as Michigan and build on the protec- When you move, let tribal not provided enough funding for a result of board member Eitrem’s tions afforded under the Federal enrollment know where you the program and principal of the appointment as tribal chairman. Indian Child Welfare Act, 25, USC are headed! That way you trust has also been used. The cur- The tribal Constitution requires 1901-1963. won’t miss one issue of your Bernard Bouschor, rent balance of the trust fund is that the board of directors shall Thank you, tribal paper. Director, Unit I $1,678,288. appoint a tribal member to fill the Bernard Bouschor, Call (800) 251-6597 Dear tribal member, The tribal board has appro- vacancy on the board of directors. 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