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dxsRali? abS NewsNisqually Tribal News 4820 She-Nah-Num Dr. SE Olympia, WA 98513 Phone Number (360)456-5221 Volume 4, Issue 7 www.nisqually-nsn.gov July 2014 Nisqually Tribe Hosts Department of Interior Leadership By Joe Cushman

The Nisqually Tribe played host to very some distin- guished visitors the afternoon of Friday June 6 at the Natural Resources Director David Troutt provided an Nisqually tribal offices. overview of the Tribe’s natural resources programs, including ongoing successful efforts to protect and re- Secretary of Interior Sally Jewell, accompanied by Di- store the Nisqually watershed; the need to address rector of the Bureau of Indian Affairs Michael Black, the impact of I-5 on the Nisqually delta and estuary and BIA Northwest Regional Office Director Stanley area; the possibility of a Nisqually Tribe owned “com- Speaks spent three hours listening to tribal program munity forest” in the upper watershed providing both a representatives highlight various program initiatives in solid tribal financial investment as well as long term natural resources, economic development, community habitat protection; and the issue of sea lions at mouth development, and tribal administration. of the river depleting fish runs.

Tribal Chair Cyn- Tribal law Enforce- thia Iyall welcomed ment Chief Joe the guests to the Kautz provided an Nisqually reserva- overview of the tion and to the Trib- Tribe’s new Public al Council Safety Complex, as chambers, and em- well as a history of phasized the the growth of the Tribe’s sustained Tribe’s enforcement progress in virtually and corrections pro- every aspect of grams. (BIA/Interior community and or- provides funding ganizational devel- support for both trib- opment. Chair al enforcement and Iyall assured the corrections pro- Interior representa- grams.) tives that the Tribe, guided by a well-crafted tribal Vi- sion Plan, would continue to make progress under the Tribal Planner Joe Cushman, Economic Development leadership of a dedicated Council, program staff and Manager Mike Mason, and NBED Interim CEO Bob committees, and asked only that administrative or le- Iyall provided an overview of the Tribe’s off-reserva- gal roadblocks not be placed in the Tribe’s path to tion fee-to-trust retail initiative; ongoing partnership success. efforts with local off-reservation jurisdictions; and plans for possible additional off-reservation retail site Assistant Tribal Administrator Larry Sanchez then pro- acquisitions. Bob Iyall also provided an overview of vided an overview of the growth of the Nisqually com- the Tribe’s 8a/WHH Nisqually Federal Services feder- munity over the past 40 years, and discussed some of al contracting effort. the new challenges that are currently facing the com- Tribal Shellfish Farm Manger Sue Shotwell provided munity, challenges that arise from improving condi- an informative slideshow and talk about progress and tions and organizational growth. challenges at the Nisqually Henderson Inlet Shellfish Continued on page-2-LEADERSHIP Continued from cover-LEADERSHIP How to Contact Us Farm, followed by an overview by She Nah Num Seafoods Man- Tribal Center (360)456-5221 ager Rick Thomas of the Tribe’s successful salmon purchasing, processing, and marketing program. Health Clinic (360)459-5312 Law Enforcement (360)459-9603 Nisqually Community Services Director John Simmons provided an informative overview of his large and busy department, and Youth Center (360)455-5213 asked for funding support for unmet needs in early childhood de- Natural Resources (360)438-8687 velopment programs. Interior representatives seemed particularly impressed with the level of collaboration and coordination within Nisqually’s community service programs, and actually asked John for advice on how to achieve similar results within their programs. Nisqually Tribal News Tribal CEO Eletta Tiam provided an overview of the Tribe’s ad- 4820 She-Nah-Num Dr. SE ministrative programs, and underscored the need to Interior offi- Olympia, WA 98513 cials for full funding of contract support costs by BIA for tribal grants and contracts. Leslee Youckton (360)456-5221 Email at Secretary Jewel, Director Black, and Area Director Speaks [email protected] seemed genuinely impressed with the Tribe’s progress in a num- ber of areas, and commended the Tribe on its innovative, proac- The deadline for the newsletter is tive, yet careful approach to community development and tribal second Monday of every month. self-sufficiency.

Following the meeting, the guests were provided a tour of the Nisqually Tribal Council Tribe’s new Tribal Administration Facility by Larry Sanchez; a Chair, Cynthia Iyall tour of the new Public Safety Complex by Joe Kautz, and a quick Vice Chair, William Frank III look at the Sa Da Dub tribal farm. Secretary, Jean Sanders All in all, it was another good day at Nisqually. The productive Treasurer, Stephanie Scott consultation with the Department of Interior leadership should yield some real results in the months and years ahead in both in- 5th Council, James Slape Jr. creased resources available to the Tribe, and strengthened rela- 6th Council, Antonette Squally tionships to help achieve tribal goals. 7th Council, Farron McCloud

Garden News…..…………..………. pg. 3 Oyster Fever………………………. pg. 4 Housing ………..…………………. pg. 5 IT Help……….. ……………………. pg. 6 Youth Center Update………………. pg. 7 Youth-PAL………………………….. pg. 8 Zooplankton ………………………….pg. 9 Marine Services…………………….. pg. 9 State Partnership………………….. pg. 10 2014 Graduations…………… pg. 12 & 13 Mouth Guard……………………….. pg. 16 Hepatitis C Update ……………… pg. 17 Elders Beat ………………………… pg. 18

Volume 4, Issue 7 2 July 2014 Garden New Master Gardeners Congratulation! Janell Blacketer and Grace Ann Byrd, our Garden Field Tech- nicians, are now certified WSU Master Gardeners. The Master Gardener program is a world-class gardening program that has existed since 1973 at State University. Master Gardeners are trained for four months in many areas of home gardening and horticulture in order to become go-to experts in their communities. Please join us in congratulating Janell and Grace Ann on their hard work and success!

If you have any garden-related questions, you can contact the Nisqually Garden “hotline”@ (360) 456-5221 ext. 1165. You can also email them directly at byrd.graceann@nisqually- nsn.gov or [email protected].

Getting Hands Dirty at the Youth Center On May 5th, youth learned the basics of plant- ing while making flower basket gifts for Moth- ers’ Day at the Nisqually Youth & Community Center. This event was a collaboration be- tween the Youth and Community Center and the Garden program.

Excited Young Gardeners at Head Start

In April, Nisqually Head Start and Garden staff collaborated to build a new garden for the Head Start classes. The raised bed is rainbow-shaped. The kids planted lettuce, carrots, radishes, and flowers, which they harvest- ed about a month later for their own lunch!

Volume 4, Issue 7 3 July 2014 Oyster Fever! By Sue Shotwell

The Increasing demand for oysters has put the Nisqually Shellfish farm in an excellent strategic position. The original investment in shellfish farming has provided several opportunities, benefits, and attention to Nisqually Tribe. Our oysters are requested frequently by New York City oyster coin- sures. We are fully integrated to harvest, process, and ship fine Nisqually shellfish products throughout the country.

Recently, we had our buyer from NYC visit our farm. The low tide had just exposed the surface of our single oyster operation. He looked out and said to me, “I’ll take them all.” It’s a great feeling to see all the hard work and long hours finally being enjoyed by all.

Other recent visitors to the farm included members of USDA. Twelve peo- ple including the Assistant Chief of USDA put boots on and got muddy. Several members of USDA/NRCS had visited the farm shortly after pur- chase. They were impressed to see all the work we had done since their first visit in 2010. Alvin Broussard

We are working with USDA/NRCS on Japanese oyster drill removal. We are on our second year of drill removal, which keeps us constantly on the lookout for drills and their associated egg cases. Much of the ground had been covered with old shell, which then became an excellent habitat for the drill. We are in the process of slowly removing the old shell, with hopes of decreasing the population.

Other topics of discussion are always water quality. Water quality contin- ues to be a concern, and we must be diligent on efforts to continue to monitor conditions while identifying areas in need of improvement.

Currently, we are preparing to receive seed for our future crop. Tending these baby oysters consumes much time as they grow, and must be cleaned and sorted frequently. While you may have noticed the work on the farm is never done, we are just trying to keep pace with the demands of production and daily farming activities.

While Henderson Inlet provides rich food sources for oysters, this food Derick Sanchez spurs the growth of barnacles and other fouling organisms. This rich pro- duction can cause our oysters to be totally covered in organisms. While this is a healthy sign of richness and diversity of the inlet, it poses much work for our employees to clean the gear and prepare the oysters for market. Just goes to show that a farmer’s work is never done!

Ron Crosson Volume 4, Issue 7 4 July 2014 Nisqually Seafood Marketing Program By Richard Thomas With a vision to enhance Nisqually Tribal fishers’ in- North West, California, ATNI EDC’s Bon Appétit ac- come, create diverse economic development opportu- count, and the South through distributor Labatt nities within the Tribe, promote Nisqually and NW Foodservice. Working on more casino accounts in Indian Country product, and share Tribal sustainability Washington, Oregon, and California for 2014. and stewardship stories, the Nisqually Seafood Mar- Ÿ Realized more than $500,000 in sales for 2103 after keting Program stakeholders continue to expand the the first complete year of operation for the Program program’s positive economic effect on Nisqually and and projected to generate nearly $900,000 in sales other Indian Country Tribal members. for 2014.

Processing Distribution Ÿ Processed over 350,000 round pounds of salmon in Ÿ Successfully distributing the Yoche Dehe Wintun 2013 and projected to process the same for 2014 Nation’s (CA) Seka Hills olive oil and balsamic vine- gar products to existing accounts promoting true Procurement Buy Indian efforts. Ÿ Purchased salmon at premiums from several North Ÿ Added additional and diverse seafood products with West Tribal fishers from the following Tribes: Lower the tribal salmon to cater to the larger needs of ca- Elwha, Makah, , Quinault, Skokomish, sino and hotel clientele. Squaxin Island, Umatilla, and Yakima. Ÿ Successfully created a distribution network in Southern California to service California tribal casi- Sales and Marketing nos and hotels and a transportation hub in Portland Ÿ Nisqually stakeholders and staff continue selling through Najdek Produce. high-quality salmon fillets to tribal casinos in the Nisqually Indian Tribal Housing Program Update By Cheri Edwards Ÿ The Housing waiting list is updated and posted in the Housing of- fice with the most current list. Ÿ We have new houses being built in the lower village on 21st Ave. If you are out and about, take a cruise down there to check them out. They are being finished quickly and are beautiful homes. Ÿ We also have received the bids from the contractors for the four new Tribal Houses that will be built and located on 21st Avenue as well. Ÿ Keith Brent is the Instructor for the new construction class available to all tribal members. We currently have seven tribal members at- tending classes. Their attendance is good and the class is very successful. They are building wood sheds on Elders Lane, as well as working on specialty projects with other programs under Nisqually Tribe. These students receive on-the-job training as well as a stipend if they are enrolled full time in the construction class. To sign up for this course please go sign up with the TERO Pro- gram located in the Walker Building. Ÿ We would like to remind you to please take the time to update your Housing application. We need to make sure we are able to contact everyone when needed. Ÿ We are also moving through the Home Assistance Program (HAP) as of today there are 124 Tribal members on the HAP list and we have made it down to Number 65. If you have not signed up for this program, then do so. The applications are on the web and in our office.

Volume 4, Issue 7 5 July 2014 Plug IT In! Technology Benefits From the Nisqually IT Department Everyday almost all of us use some type of technology a handheld device or on a computer. An added bonus to check in and see what’s going on around the world is that they cost less than the hard copy of a paper or just simply connect with our families and all our re- book and they won’t weigh your school lations. This can be anything from watching the news back pack down. on TV, making cell phone calls, reading emails or checking Facebook®. Living in a technology-driven In social communication (not to be con- world has so many great benefits such as those used fused with Social Services Department), in health, education, and social services. we have our Nisqually government website and members portal. Here you can find information In the health world of technology, health services are about upcoming events, read the newsletter, and learn switching to a medical record tracking system called what is happening in the Nisqually community. Maybe Electronic Health Record (EHR). This new system you just come to look for information for certain tribal makes it faster and easier to pull up your records on a services such as phone numbers or contacts. It’s fun computer for your doctor and keeps all your informa- to look through the photo and video galleries of past tion in one place instead of a stack of papers, it also events such as Canoe Journeys and Pow Wows. You assists with getting you quicker service. It is heavily can even see where the next stop for the Nisqually regulated so naturally it comes with a greater level of Transit will be. Plus you can view the latest contract, security than that of a normal network. Another exam- career and bid opportunities offered to Nisqually tribal ple of health technology used at Nisqually is a small members and Native Americans. electronic emergency response device called Alert One®. It is a pendant or a wristband that you wear Living without technology was once a way of life. Now and can help in a medical emergency. that many years have passed and technology devices have been invented (and continue to be invented), we In education, technology can be a great tool for kids to can now use technology to help us in many forms dai- pay attention and be more inclined to learning. A new ly. Some of these forms are in health, education, and example of learning language online is the Nisqually social communication. Each day technology finds a heritage alphabet page at www.nisqually-nsn.gov. You new way of making our life’s needs a little bit easier can click on each letter and a recorded voice pro- and fun. Technology also helps generations connect – nounces each letter of the alphabet and the button often children can help parents, older adults and shows you what the letter looks like and which accent grandparents with the benefits and uses of technolo- it may use. There are also new types of books called gy. Perhaps the best thing about technology is that e-books. An e-book is an electronic form of a book you can choose when and where to use it to help best instead of using paper. These e-books can be read on suit your needs. Men’s Walking Club At the Youth Center Tuesday ~ Wednesday ~ Thursday At 5:00pm

Volume 4, Issue 7 6 July 2014 Youth YCC Update By Stacy Gouley A quick update from the operations side of the YCC. I Tribal departments to supplement their goals and am most involved with maintenance and security staff objectives on a community wide basis with which provides services for the approximate 49,000 collaboration such as the Book Mobile, Intertribal square foot facility and surrounding landscaping. league, employee meetings/appreciation events, Security staff includes Mike S., Maury S., Tyrone C., Corrections graduation ceremony, and the annual and Paul G. II. Maintenance staff includes Richard Wellbriety Pow-wow (Note: approximately 2400 K., Kevin S., Christina S., Brian M. and Dean W. We people signed in during the powwow timeframe). We also have the benefit of two workforce development are currently working on increasing the detail on employees: Frankie A. and Milan C. information gathered upon sign in to gauge visitor interest. The operations staff continues to take changes in stride. We’ve implemented First Quarter 2014 In 2014, maintenance and security staff electronic daily logs for improved Participation plan to improve documentation and tracking and communication. We’ve accountability of the maintenance and also implemented updated forms for 19% security team efficiency towards the maintenance tracking. The facility 38% Nisqually - 1156 overall mission of the facility. Other Tribes - 1026 continues to be a primary venue for 17% Community - 1625 Maintenance and security supervisors hosting community proceedings, Unknown - 2376 have been working with their staff on departmental events, and employee 26% team goals and objectives including use meetings/trainings in addition to youth of new or updated training manuals. programs scheduled by the youth First Quarter 2013 coordinators. The numerous events Team building and employee development is require attention to scheduling 4% of high priority to maintain a welcoming, safe, reserving areas and coordination of organized and dependable environment for 27% staffing adjustments where necessary 42% the Community. Operationally, I’d like to as well as event preparation, set-up, collaborate with programs to better plan and teardown. For example, the events in the facility while also maintaining a facility hosted a total of (53) youth priority for the Tribes youth program to 27% program events, (46) tribal program Unknown-27 complete their objectives. events, and (2) personal events during Nisqually- 565 the first quarter of 2014. Other Tribes-724 Community Members-1325

Nisqually Tribal Employment Rural and Tribal Rights Office is NOW Accepting Transportation Applications for TERO Workers A fixed route service serving the , Rainier, Upcoming tribal projects need tribal workers for opportunities and and Yelm areas. experience in construction, retail, and others: Laborers, carpen- ters, flaggers, plumbers, electricians, cement finishers, masons, operators, superintendents, project managers, and many more Please call opportunities available… Training programs will be available soon. 1-800-650-7846

Visit the TERO Office, located at the Walker House (New Educa- for information tion Building) 12503 Yelm, Hwy SE Olympia, WA 98513 to fill out a TERO Referral Application and get on the TERO work list.

Bob Iyall (360) 456-5221 ext. 1128, (360) 339-0568 cell, [email protected] Volume 4, Issue 7 7 July 2014 Youth NativeYouth Play at Key Arena By Greg Harrison

On June 1st several Nisqually youth participated in an access for senior youth. The relationship has help exhibition basketball game with other Native youth bring awareness to Women’s professional basketball from the Inter Tribal League in Key Arena. Approxi- within the Native community which is viewed as impor- mately 80 youth played on center court in front of a tant aspect in encouraging more girls to play sports. large crowd before the Seattle Storm’s “Native Night” game against the Tulsa Shock. The Inter Tribal League was Nisqually team members includ- formed in 2010 and is co-spon- ed Trey Birdtail, Ta’Niesha, sored by Nisqually Police Ath- Birdtail, Tristan Mesteth, Carl letic League. Member tribes Kalama Jr. and Victor James. include: Chehalis, Muckleshoot, Nisqually, Puyallup, Skokom- The event marked the second ish, Squaxin Island and year in which Inter Tribal Suquamish tribes. Each year League senior high school over 200 Native elementary, youth were able to compete at middle and high school youth the Arena which had long been participate in an annual basket- a dream of the league’s orga- ball season formed with the in- nizers. Playing in the Arena tent of increasing opportunities has special significance to fami- for Native youth to compete lies and youth in Native country. against their peer, enhance Having once been the home of the Seattle Super Son- their basketball skills, building self-esteem and be- ics, many parents and youth have memories of past come more physically active. games and athletic legends Basketball has deep seeded roots in Native country and is a primary sport Adolescent health, particularly extracurricular and af- among many tribal youth. Its history dates back to the ter-school activities, is an important priority for Carlisle Indians of 1918 from the Nisqually PAL, the League and Carlisle Indian School which is part of the U.S. Department played in against black teams in of Health and Human Services the Black Five Era. National Strategic initiative Healthy People 2020. Lack of Each year hundred of teams physical activity is a primary compete in the Native America contributor to one-third of the Basketball Invitational’s (NABI) adult population being over- Foundation basketball tourna- weight or obese and one in six ment in Phoenix, AZ. NABI children and adolescents being Foundation started in 2002 and obese. Obesity is linked to has partnered with NBA and type 2 diabetes and Native Nike N7 Foundation to promote youth between the ages of 12 youth wellness and the sport of to 18 have a higher rate of ac- basketball. For the past two years Nisqually PAL has quiring this preventable dis- received funding from Nike N7 to foster the develop- ease. The Inter Tribal League is one program helping ment of youth sports which has helped the league with Native youth become more active, increasing their hosting its annual Inter Tribal League basketball jam- pro-social and athletic skills and gaining valuable self- boree. Many elders remember the legendary Nisqually esteem. Tribe’s Lobos basketball team that started in the early 70’s and played each weekend throughout Native In addition to basketball the Inter Tribal League pro- Country. The team was extremely competitive and vides other activities such as flag football, track, and st served as one of the primary activities in inter-tribal softball. On June 21 Nisqually PAL/ITL will host an sports during the late 70s and 80s. all-comers softball jamboree. This will be followed by similar tournaments in Tahola on July 5th, Suquamish th th Nisqually PAL and the Inter Tribal League members on July 19 and Puyallup on August 19 . have worked with the Storm organization over the past few years to gain access to games, events and floor Volume 4, Issue 7 8 July 2014 Puget Sound Research - Zooplankton Monitoring By George Walter

Do you know what a food chain is? That’s the notion Nisqually estuary that big animals eat smaller ones, and on down to the and adjacent ma- smallest. If there isn’t enough small prey, the larger rine areas using a predators suffer. In Puget Sound those smallest are beach seine and called plankton and the larger predators are salmon. lampara net. At the The health and productivity of zooplankton in Puget same time, we are Sound determines a lot about what food is available sampling the ma- for our juvenile Nisqually River salmon. rine areas for zoo- Photo Caption: Jed Moore and Nano plankton and other Perez with plankton net. As they migrate to the open ocean, juvenile salmon small animals. consume small animals like zooplankton. This year research staff from the Nisqually Natural Resources The research is part of the region-wide Salish Sea Department are evaluating zooplankton in southern Marine Survival Project. The project brings together Puget Sound. Ultimately, we are seeking to find out if researchers in both the United States and to better there is less food in Puget Sound when salmon are understand the relationship between salmon and the migrating out, does that mean fewer may be coming marine environment. “Eventually, we might be able to back to Nisqually as adults. connect the availability of food in Puget Sound with Chinook runs three or four years down the line,” said This zooplankton work is part of the larger Nisqually David Troutt, Natural Resources Director. study that examines the entire community structure of competitors and predators, including plankton and oth- Note: This article based in part on an article provided er fish species. We are sampling juvenile fish from the by the NWIFC, as is the photo. Marine Services – Latest Project By Dennis Lucia The Marine Services dive team is currently working The divers are specially trained in all the skills re- under contract to Hart Crowser, an environmental ser- quired for survey diving. They must have advanced vices company specializing in water resources. The skills in marine life identification, neutral buoyancy, Port Gamble S’klallam tribe is conducting the largest navigation and safety. These dives will be on SCUBA geoduck survey ever attempted. Our dive team will as the diver must hover above the sea floor and not survey over 1,000 acres of designated shellfish har- disturb the geoduck, which would cause to retract their vesting tracts from Foul Weather Bluff which is located siphon and not show. The divers swim along a on the northern most point of Hood Canal to South of transect course that is 150 x 6 feet long. They not on- of Dabob Bay. This covers over twenty miles of Hood ly observe how many geoduck siphons are visible, but and will take 50 – 60 days of diving to complete. they also record other flora and fauna. Once divers have completed their transects, they surface and re- This is a $250,000 project and will be completed by late their findings to the scientist on board who re- August 2014. The project provides income to Marine cords the data. Services and thereby provides the salaries for our Marine Service diver/employees, Each transect line begins in approximately most of whom are Nisqually tribal mem- 70 feet of depth and finishes near the bers. Also, for this project, we have taken shore at approximately 17 feet. If the on two tribal divers through the Tribe’s geoduck tract terrain is gently sloping, the Workforce Development program. These transect line may be as long as a half divers, therefore, get the opportunity to ex- mile. The divers always work in teams of perience first hand the pace and demands two and are supported by work skiffs that of commercial diving and to built their pro- transport them to the starting buoy and fessional diving skills. pick up the divers when needed.

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Volume 4, Issue 7 9 July 2014 State, Tribe Announce Partnership at Nisqually State Park By Lisa Breckenridge

The Washington State Parks and Rec- tient with us in this process. We reation Commission and the Nisqually have only one chance to do this Indian Tribe signed a new partnership right at Nisqually State Park.” agreement for the collaborative devel- opment of Nisqually State Park on Nikki Fields, who has been the June 3, 2014. lead State Parks planner working on the project for over eight The 1,300-acre park lies seven miles years, said “Chairperson Iyall re- west of Eatonville on State Route 7, at ally changed the paradigm in our the confluence of the Nisqually River, thinking about how this park can Mashel River and Ohop Creek. The go forward. We have a vision of a park includes a diverse landscape of park where we can work together steep-sided forest valleys, high ridges to restore our natural resources and reforested plateaus in the Mount Rainier foothills. at the same time we can restore our relationship.”

Parks Commission Chairman Jack McCloud spoke The agreement realizes an early vision of a tribal de- about the importance of the Park to the Tribe. “This velopment partnership as part of the park’s Master land took care of our people. We treated it as our Plan. Washington State Parks purchased property for mother. We couldn’t understand the concept when the the Park between 1991 and 2013, with funding from Europeans came here to buy land. You don’t sell your the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program mother. There was no negotiation for that land. People (WWRP). First-phase development plans call for a stopped us going up there and gathering. It got hard, trailhead facility that will include a parking lot and rest- harder and harder. We had the . Now we sit room. The new trailhead facility is expected to open to here at the table and negoti- the public by July 2015. ate what we can do together on this land. We’re here to- The partnership agree- day to sign a paper to help ment is a first step. The take care of the land. We agency and tribe will soon want to preserve the beauty begin the next phase of of that land to offer all human the partnership agree- beings.” ment, which will specifi- Peter Herzog, Assistant Di- cally address how the rector for Parks Development partners will work together of Washington State Parks, to acquire, develop and said, “It’s been near ten years manage the park. we’ve been working on this. The Nisqually Parks Commis- sion has been incredibly pa-

Continued from page-9-MARINE The Hickson is the Marine Services’ large work boat equipped to support diving operations. The Hickson towed the 70’ crane barge from Olympia to Pt Gamble Bay, and the two provide a base of operations for the entire operation. High pressure compressors and storage systems allow the dive team to fill up to twenty SCUBA cylinders each day, which is essential since the project requires keeping survey operations underway all day.

Volume 4, Issue 7 10 July 2014 510 Roundabouts Dedication By Joe Cushman

The Washington State Department of Transportation, in collaboration with Thurston County and the Nisqually Indian Tribe, held a dedication/ribbon cutting ceremony for the State Route 510 Roundabouts Project on Monday, June 16.

The two Roundabouts will greatly improve safety on State Route 510 and reduce the wait times that travelers experienced at these formerly dangerous intersections.

Following a blessing by tribal Elder Joe Kalama, speakers at the dedication included Tribal Chair Cynthia Iyall, WSDOT Regional Administrator Kevin Dayton, WSDOT Secretary Lynn Peterson, and Sandra Romero, Thurston County Commissioner.

The event concluded with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

Volume 4, Issue 7 11 July 2014 2014 Nisqually Graduates!

Congratulations Class of 2014!

Volume 4, Issue 7 12 July 2014 2014 Nisqually Head Start Graduates!

Volume 4, Issue 7 13 July 2014 Summer Library News

According to the library staff…….. Big things are going on. Kurtis, the go-to guy in Nisqually Tribal Library’s com- puter lab wants everyone to know that “anyone can learn computer skills…with a little practice,” he says, smiling. He is taking sign-ups for an eight-week class on Microsoft Word 2007 and 2010 that begins on July 9th at 5:30pm. This class is geared toward parents who may bring their kids (ages five and up, please) for arts and crafts activities with Youth Librarian Shannon Rosenbaum. Kurtis Kurtis suggests that anyone interested in furthering their computer knowledge check out the library’s link on the Tribe’s web page, where you’ll find information on the IT Academy. “Of course,” says Kurtis, “you can always call me with questions.”

Summer is one of the best seasons for reading! The library will be offering A SUMMER OF SCIENCE as the Summer reading pro- gram. · For those attending Youth Camp at the Youth Center, you can expect earth- quakes, visits to the stars, and plenty of fun hands-on activity. · At the Upper Reservation the library will host movies and crafts on Tuesday af- ternoons, from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Bring your lawn chairs. · A Books and Films group is forming for youth. The first book we will hand out is The Diary of a Wimpy Kid”. It will meet on Thursdays from 4:00pm-5:00pm in the Library. Shannon · For all kids (and adults) you can sign up for independent Summer reading, in the library program. Sign up. Put your name on the library reading wall. Read books. Keep a log. Show us. Get prizes! · The bookmobile will be showing movies every other Thursday in the park at Cuyamuca. Bring your lawn chairs.

Shannon says, “I am so excited about helping kids maintain their reading skills over the Summer. Besides we’re going to have lots of FUN!”

The Bookmobile schedule is changing for the summer…. Starting Saturday July 12th, the bookmobile will only stop at Cuyamuca on Sat- urdays and stay there from 10am till 2:00pm. There will be no stop at the Nisqually Youth Center. Mitch Where’s that book? Library staffer Mitch Kover reluctantly let us know that over 300 books are currently overdue to be returned to the library. “In fact,” says Mitch, “about 100 people were sent bills for their overdue books in May. We have to assume that they have lost the books! Of course they don’t have to pay anything if they just return the books.” So, look around your house and see if you have some of these overdue library books. Returning them will get you all set.. to check out something new to read for Summer enjoyment. Read 20 minutes a day!

Volume 4, Issue 7 14 July 2014 Sunburn By John Chiu, PA-C Summer is fast approaching. Every year around this The most obvious way to prevent sun damage is to time of the year we see some sun related injuries in stay out of strong, direct sunlight. The sun's rays are our clinic, especially during Canoe Journey. most intense between 10:00am and 4:00pm Stay in- doors during this time. The sun's damaging effects Sunburn results from an over exposure to ultraviolet can be further minimized by wearing protective cover- light. Sunburn can result in painful reddened skin. Se- ings such as hats, shirts, pants, and sunglasses. But vere sunburn may cause swelling and blisters. Over if you must be outdoors, cover up and wear sun- exposure to sun’s ultraviolet light has adverse effects screen. In the United States, the Food and Drug Ad- over time on the skin, causing premature skin aging, ministration (FDA) rates sunscreens by their sun skin cancer, and many other skin changes. protection factor (SPF) number—the higher the SPF number, the greater the protection. Sunscreens rated More than one million people in the U.S. are diag- between 2 and 12 provide some protection; those rat- nosed with skin cancer each year, making it the most ed between 13 and 29 provide good protection; those common form of cancer in the United States. rated 30 and above provide maximum protection. This summer protect yourself from the sun. Don’t get However skin cancer is largely preventable. Studies burned. have shown that most skin cancers are linked to over exposure to sunlight. Therefore, good sun protection is an important way to prevent the development of both sun-related skin damage and sun-related skin cancers.

Summer Safety Tips for Kids (Adapted from Camp PBS Parents) School is out…text books and backpacks are put Summer First Aid Kit away! Kids are ready for summer time fun. Summer Ÿ Families should have at least one First Aid kit at provides the perfect weather for fun. Many children home which is well stocked and readily accessible. spend lots of time outside. From swimming, running, Kids get lots of cuts & scrapes during summer riding on quads, from young to older there is much fun months…it’s nice to be prepared. to be had! We hope everyone enjoys their summer Ÿ It’s helpful to keep a First Aid kit in the car and one and has lots of fun! Also, please remember the poten- to bring on trips. tial dangers of summer. It’s important to be aware of Ÿ Keep a list of emergency numbers where they can whatever they are. The more information we learn be easily found. This list should include: emergency about how to prevent injuries and illness the less likely medical services (911), the doctor’s number, the for them to occur. Please keep in mind a few brief dentist’s number, poison control, a number where tips: mom and/or dad can be reached and any other im- Helmet Safety portant phone numbers. ŸA well fitted helmet should be worn whenever a child (or adult) is “on wheels.” Dehydration and Heat-Related Illnesses Ÿ Ÿ Keeping well hydrated is very important. Helmets can save lives and can protect a child from Ÿ serious injury. Don’t wait until a child says he or she is thirsty be- ŸBe sure the right type of helmet is being used. For fore offering fluids. At this point, he or she is al- example, a bike helmet needs to be used for biking. ready dehydrated, so be sure to provide plenty of fluids before going outside, while out in the heat and afterwards. Pedestrian Safety Ÿ ŸWhenever crossing the street, try to make eye con- Playing in the hot summer sun means lots of fluid tact with any drivers nearby to be sure they see you. loss, try to avoid strenuous activity during peak sun ŸUse sidewalks whenever possible. hours (10am- 6pm). Look for shade and take lots of ŸAdults always need to set a good example! breaks.

Volume 4, Issue 7 15 July 2014 Protect Your Smile With A Mouth Guard By Sue Bohannon, DHD Take it from someone who got a line drive in the Come into the dental clinic so we can make you a mouth and broke a front tooth - it’s easy to take some sports guard and protect your pearly-whites! things for granted until they’re suddenly gone. Have you ever thought about how it would feel if you lost Here are some suggestions for taking good care of one or two of your front teeth? You may avoid smil- your mouth guard: ing. You might be uncomfortable talking with some- one. Certain words would be hard to pronounce. And Ÿ Before and after each use, rinse it with cold water or how about eating an apple? Until your teeth are gone, with an antiseptic mouth rinse. You can clean it with you might not miss them. toothpaste and a toothbrush, too. Ÿ When it’s not used, place your mouth guard in a Each year, thousands of teens get hurt on the playing firm, perforated container. This permits air circula- field, the basketball court, skateboarding, biking or tion and helps prevent damage. during other activities. Blows to the face in nearly ev- Ÿ Avoid high temperatures, such as hot water, hot sur- ery sport can injure your teeth, lips, cheeks and faces or direct sunlight, which can distort the mouth tongue. A properly fitted mouth guard, or mouth pro- guard. tector, is an important piece of athletic gear that can Ÿ Check it for tears, holes and poor fit. A mouth guard protect your teeth and smile. You may that’s torn or in bad shape can irritate your have seen them used in contact sports mouth and lessen the amount of protection such as football, boxing, and ice hock- it provides. ey. Many experts recommend that a ŸHave regular dental checkups and bring mouth guard be worn for any recreation- your mouth guard along so the dentist can al activity that poses a risk of injury to make sure it’s still in good condition. the mouth.

Colorectal (Colon) Cancer Screening By Cindy Gallegos, RN, BSN

Colorectal cancer is cancer of the colon (large intes- Tests for colon screening include an iFOBT kit or a tine) or cancer of the rectum (end of the colon). It is Colonoscopy. An iFOBT kit a stool test that should be preventable with early diagnosis. done every year. It detects blood in your stool which may be a sign of polyps in the colon. This does not Chances of having colorectal cancer increase with mean you have colon cancer but the polyps will need age. Everyone should get screened at age 50 or old- to be removed. er. If you have a family history you may be considered high risk and may want to get screened at an earlier A colonoscopy is a procedure to detect any abnormali- age. Most people with colon cancer do not have a ties in the colon and rectum. It is a short procedure family history. that is done in an outpatient setting.

If you have a personal history of polyps you may be at Please call the Nisqually Tribal Health Clinic at 1-360- a higher risk for colorectal cancer. Polyps are growths 459-5312 for more information and ask for an appoint- in the colon that may turn into cancer. They can be ment with the Colon Health Patient Navigator, Cindy removed during colonoscopy screening so they can- Gallegos, RN. Clinic hours are Monday, Tuesday, not develop into cancer. Thursday, and Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm and Wednesday from 11:00am-8:00pm.

Volume 4, Issue 7 16 July 2014 Hepatitis C Update By Elizabeth Siegel, ARNP The word “hepatitis” is a generic term meaning inflam- For the remainder, the virus stays in the liver, slowly mation of the liver. Viruses are among the common causing damage. If left untreated, hepatitis C can causes of liver inflammation; hepatitis A, B, and C are cause liver failure, and in some cases, liver cancer. the major infections. Fortunately, there are now vac- cines that can protect against hepatitis A and B. Cur- Up until recently, the treatment for hepatitis C was rently, there is no vaccine for hepatitis C. quite difficult. It involved a lengthy course of medica- tion, and the chance of a complete cure was only Hepatitis C is spread primarily via blood contact with about 50%. Recently, however, there have been an infected individual. There is evidence that a small some major changes in the medications available for percentage of cases can be traced to sexual contact, treatment. New medications have come out that in- but by far the most common route of transmission is crease the rate of cure substantially. Additional medi- blood. Major risk factors for hepatitis C include: cations are anticipated over the next several years Blood transfusion prior to 1992, Intravenous drug use, that will change the course of hepatitis C treatment unsanitary tattoos or piercings, and occupational ex- dramatically. The new drugs have fewer side effects, posure. Rarely, a pregnant mom can transmit the vi- and much greater cure rates. rus to her unborn child. In short, any activity where a person is in contact with blood from another individual Because new treatments will give the ability to treat is considered risky for hepatitis C. and cure hepatitis C before it can cause significant liver damage, it is important to screen for this disease. It is estimated that several million people are infected If you are “baby boomer” and have not been with this virus in the United States. Only a small per- screened, now is the time! Persons of any age who centage of these people are aware of their infection. have been exposed to blood from another individual Generally, a person has very few symptoms of hepati- should be screened. tis C infection, until the liver begins to fail. Current estimates are that 75% of those infected are unaware. If you have a known hepatitis C infection, you may Those at highest risk appear to be individuals who are wish to revisit the idea of treatment. You also will in the “baby boomer” age group, born between 1945 want to treat your liver with care avoiding unnecessary and 1965. stress to the liver. This means abstaining from alcohol and drugs, and generally leading a healthy lifestyle. Typically, the initial infection with hepatitis C is mild, Now would be a good time to check in with the clinic and the person appears to recover fully. Only about about current options for treatment. Please call 459- 5-15% of those will fully clear the infection however. 5312 to set up an appointment. Summer Snack Ideas for Kids! Be Constructive sauce, add a light sprinkle of low-fat mozzarella cheese, Let kids construct their own snacks. You'll keep them occu- and then top with chopped vegetables and maybe a bit of pied and they might be more likely to sample whatever nu- lean meat. Heat for a few minutes in the toaster oven or tritious foods they're working with. microwave, then cut into triangles for extra kid-appeal.

Fruit Kabobs Frozen Grapes Stick melon balls, berries, pineapple chunks, and cubed They are sweet and refreshing and super easy. First line a peaches, pears or apples onto frilled toothpicks. baking sheet with parchment paper. Wash the grapes. Have the kids help pull them off the stems. Put on the bak- Mini Sandwiches ing sheet and place in the freezer until frozen. Simply store Use crackers or cut-up bread--or give the kids a few slices them in a large freezer bag! of bread, lunch meat, and cheese, and a couple of minia- ture cookie cutters to make tiny, fun-shaped sandwiches. Banana Boats Simply cut a banana in half and spread on your favorite nut Pizza butter….peanut, almond, sunflower. They all work great. I Who can resist pizza? Pizza can be a perfectly healthy wrap them in plastic wrap and use it to keep my little one’s snack. Use half an English muffin, a whole pita, or a tortilla hands from getting all sticky! as a pizza crust. Let them smear on a bit of bottled tomato

Volume 4, Issue 7 17 July 2014 Elders BEat Events, Activities and Travel Zumba Golden Classes In April Elders traveled to Lincoln City, OR and Muckleshoot Mondays and Wednesdays 10:30am-11:30am. for luncheons. May brought trips to Warm Springs, OR, Zumba classes are Mondays and Wednesdays with instruc- Yakama and . The latest trip was to Swinomish on tor Ho’O Brown. She monitors the progress each of partici- June 1 & 2. Elders had a nice stay in their Northern Lights pants and implements new techniques to meet the elders’ Casino hotel and a good lunch which included traditionally needs. Elders are welcome to join in at any time during cooked salmon. Each luncheon has door prize giveaways class. and Nisqually Elders generally have good luck. Caroline “Cook” Byrd and Dovey Slape each won in Tulalip. Their Community Nurse luck was still holding in Swinomish where both won prizes Monday and Wednesday 11:00am-1:00pm again, along with Carol DittBenner and Mary Ann Svinth. Cindy Gallegos, Community Health Nurse, comes to the Elders Center twice a week to assist elders. Cindy can pro- Upcoming Trips vide screenings, immunizations, and work with health care Ÿ Elders Luncheon July10 & 11 – two night stay needs. Cindy has been doing a diabetic foot spa once a Ÿ Grand Ronde Elders Luncheon July 14 & 15 – two night month. A new schedule is being worked out so dates are stay not available at the moment. The new schedule will be pro- Ÿ Puyallup September 19 vided as soon as it is available. For questions or future ap- Ÿ Suquamish September date pending pointments you can contact Cindy at the Health Clinic, Ÿ Squaxin Island October 2, 3 & 4 Northwest Native 459-5312 or Nicole, 486-9546. Basketweaver’s Conference Chissie Spencer, Community Outreach worker, is available Contact Nicole Wells, Events and Activities Coordinator, if to help navigate elders through legal, health and social ser- you would like to participate or have questions. If you have vices needs. You can contact him thru the Health Clinic at suggestions for new or additional activities, Nicole would 360-459-5312. love to hear them. The Caregiver Program Activities and Social Gatherings Our program is still looking for unpaid caregivers of Native Informational flyers for activities will be distributed or adver- American Elders and Native American Elders caring for tised, thru the Nisqually Newsletter, weekly mail out, and on grandchildren. Some of the assistance offered is a support the Nisqually website. www.nisqually-nsn.gov . group, informational and educational training through speakers and printed material and individual support in The Elders Program has several different types of social gaining access to services. The Caregiver Program activi- gatherings such as activities, classes, support groups and ties are the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month. For infor- meals that take place at the Elders Center each week. mation contact Norine Wells, Caregiver Support Specialist, 360-486-9546 ext 2103. Senior Lunch Support Group Senior lunhes are served four (4) times a week and play July 10, 2014 5:30pm-6:30pm bingo after lunch on Mondays. July 24, 2014 5:30pm-6:30pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 12:00pm-1:00pm Assistance and Services Alert Ones are available thru the Elders Program. Alert One is an emergency response button that comes in the form of Culture Activities Thursday June 12 and 26 a wristband or pendant. The buttons will notify an emergen- Joyce McCloud also provides cultural activities at the Elders cy response team when you require medical attention, Center on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month. home intrusion, or if you need a helping hand. Contact Ni- cole Wells at 360-486-9546 ext 1151 for more information. Tuesdays and Wednesdays starting at 4:30pm. Energy Assistance is available to enrolled Nisqually Tribal Nemah Choubaquak, Culture Director, hosts a variety of Elders 55 years or older. You can bring your energy bill to classes. Elders participate in beading, sewing and making the Elders Center or contact the Elder Program for more regalia, with the help of experienced instructors. Keep an information. eye out for flyers for the June schedule. Contact information Health and Wellness Telephone (360) 486-9546 Fax: (360) 459-4146 Elder’s Nutrition Consultation Lorna Kalama ext. 2159 Zelma McCloud ext 2160 Wednesday 9:00am-4:00pm. Norine Wells ext 2103 Nicole Wells ext. 1151 To help create a healthy community, as well as promote a healthy lifestyle for elders, the Elders Program host classes Chissie Spencer Health Clinic (360) 459-5312 or which all elders are welcome to join. Substance Abuse (360) 413-2727

Nutrition Classes Wednesday 1:00pm Bernita LaCroix is a registered dietician providing individual nutritional consultation and hosting a nutrition class weekly. Volume 4, Issue 7 18 July 2014 Birthdays & Announcements

Happy 70th Birthday Dad Happy 50th Anniversary Love – Cheryl, Kevin, Beth, Rick & Marietta Obi Matthew, Joel, Frank, Scherry, Heidi, and Vanity May there be many more to come. Love & Prayers, Darla, Aaron & Mia Congratulations to Leon Dunstan for grad- uation from GED in 2014 and for going to too. Love you Leon. From all your Family.

I am proud to announce that my granddaughter, Ashleigh Sharp, has graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health Administration from American University in Washington, D.C. Ashleigh graduated from Oakville High School in 2011 where she took two years of college classes through Running Start and entered American University as a freshman in the fall of 2011. She lived on campus, did beautifully in her classes, and made many friends. In the fall of 2013, Ashleigh spent the entire semester in the country of India, studying International Health, including classes such as “Public Health System and National Health Policies”, “Global Health Problems” and “Ayurveda and Indian Traditions of Healing”. I couldn’t be more proud of Ashleigh’s courage and dedication, as well as her parents Jon and Kellie Sharp. I know I’m not alone in my excitement to see what she does next. Marcy Ford Happy First Father’s Day from Emilie Ann Alex Sison I would like to give a special thanks to the following people for being with me on my 1st year journey: Josette M., Roderick H., Samantha P., Rebecca F. and SAP and Health staff and most of all my Auntie, my wonderful amazing children, grandson and my mother. You guys have supported me on my journey this past year and been there through every moment. Your friendship, love and guidance is greatly appreciated.

With lots of love and gratitude, Magdalena McGee

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