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New Gte Ga Nes Building Blessing

Gte Ga Nes Class of 2016! by Val Niehaus group and certainly represented their the Northwoods and managed a Sept. 10, 2015, marked a day in culture well. Daniels then proceeded county mental health case manage- history for the FCP community. This with his blessing in his native ment program. This program primarily date marked the day that the new Gte Potawatomi language and then ex- included adults but also children and Ga Nes Preschool had its grand open- plained in English what he had said in families, and served residents of ing and blessing in a ceremony led by his prayer. Oneida, Vilas and Forest counties. Billy Daniels Jr. Next, Boyd introduced FCP Tribal Stefonek comments, “I am very The day started with parents and Administrator Eugene Shawano Jr. excited to be back working with chil- relatives having the opportunity to Shawano explained the significance be- dren and families as a primary focus tour the new facility. Following this, hind Daniels’ prayer and emphasized because it is something I am extremely the ceremony started with FCP Cul- that Daniels relaying those words to passionate about. I feel honored and tural Education Advisor Brooks Boyd the audience and the children present blessed to be working with this com- introducing Daniels, along with the was indeed a great blessing. He said, munity and look forward to working rest of the speakers for the day. Before “It is great to have our elder here to with my team to give the children the Daniels’ blessing, the Fire Nation speak to these children and to give most academically progressive, cultur- Trisha Stefonek, Singers opened the floor with a wel- them this blessing for them and for ally enriched, and fun learning envi- come song. They were an excellent this new building.” ronment a school can offer.” Gte Ga Nes Director Following Shawano was the intro- Following this introduction of Ste- duction of the Education Division Di- fonek, the Fire Nation Singers then rector, Thomas Boelter. Boelter sang an honor song followed by a feast PAID PRSRT STD PRSRT

US POSTAGE US thanked everyone in attendance for prepared by the Gte Ga Nes staff PERMIT NO 47 NO PERMIT WAUPACA, WI WAUPACA, taking the time to attend the ceremony cooks. on this special day. He spoke about Seeing parents, friends and rela- how this new building is a great addi- tives all under one roof for these chil- tion to this community for the dren was truly heartwarming. After all, younger generations. He also spoke it will be these children who will one very highly of the newest member of day be running this community to the the Gte Ga Nes staff, Director Trisha best of their ability. It will also be these Stefonek. Boelter listed her many cre- children who keep the traditions in dentials as he introduced her to the this community alive. What better way group. Stefonek’s history has primarily to do that than to have a place where been in child welfare, child develop- they can be safe and learn all they can ment and family therapy, and she is a about themselves and their culture? licensed marriage and family therapist. A future drum She worked in the inner city of member looks on. Chicago and then moved back up to 2 | Potawatomi Traveling Times • October 1, 2015 Elders/Veterans

October 2015 FCP Caring Place October Activities Calendar Elder Menus Thursday, Oct. 1 Friday, Oct. 16 EVENTS IN THE ACTIVITIES ROOM: Pork & Sauerkraut, Chicken Noodle Soup, Crackers, Activity room is open daily for activities at the Caring Place. Exercise is every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m. Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus, Peanut Butter Sandwich, Orange Cranberry Juice SPECIAL EVENTS (RSVP REQUIRED): Monday, Oct. 19 Oct.1: Casino Day Friday, Oct. 2 Chicken Wings, Sweet Potato Oct. 7: Shopping Beef Barley Soup, Cheese Fries, Brussel Sprouts, Oct. 16 - 19: Hunting Moon Pow-Wow, ® Oct. 21 - 22: Ronnie Milsap, PHC Milwaukee Sandwich, Jello w/Fruit Tropical Fruit Oct. 28: Bingo/Birthday Party Oct. 30: Rouman Cinema Monday, Oct. 5 Tuesday, Oct. 20 Chef Salad, Wheat Dinner Roll, BBQ on Bun, Potato Salad, Baked Cottage Cheese, Banana Beans, Creamy Cucumber Salad, Cranberry Walnut Cookie Happy October Birthday Tuesday, Oct. 6 to These Elders! Creamed Chicken over Biscuits Wednesday, Oct. 21 w/Carrots & Peas, Sub Sandwich w/Ham, Turkey, 10-02 Sylvia Pemma 10-21 Agnes Menomin 10-03 Richard Mexico 10-23 Carey Tribbett Watermelon, Yogurt Cheese, Lettuce & Tomato, Pickle, 10-06 Ruth Fox 10-24 Anthony Shepard Cottage Cheese, Peaches 10-08 Walker Thunder Jr. 10-25 Kristine Beamis-Venegas Wednesday, Oct. 7 10-09 Betty Polar 10-25 Alan Petonquot Lasagna, Tossed Salad, Garlic Thursday, Oct. 22 10-10 Jayson Jackson 10-27 Peter Pemma Bread, Green Beans, Pears Pork Chop Suey, Rice, 10-11 Paul Tribbett 10-27 Hartford Shegonee Egg Roll, Orange 10-12 Sue Strugalla 10-27 Diane Peters 10-16 Williamette Brickzin 10-28 Ray Williams Sr. Thursday, Oct. 8 10-16 Everett Vassar 10-28 Yvonne Pete Lemon Pepper Fish, Cole Slaw, Friday, Oct. 23 10-16 Pamela Mejia 10-29 Brenda Deanda Baked Beans, Rye Bread, Boiled Dinner, Peanut Butter 10-18 Harvey Frank Sr. 10-31 Wesley Tribbett Mandarin Oranges Sandwich, Kiwi, Yogurt 10-20 Neva Roeder

Friday, Oct. 9 Monday, Oct. 26 nation’s Vietnam veterans with digni- Chili, Frybread, Pineapple, Hamburger Gravy, Mashed fied, memorable events. Cottage Cheese Potatoes, Asparagus, Carrots, What are the priorities of the Vietnam War Commemoration? Cherry Pie The commemorative program will Monday, Oct. 12 include activities and ceremonies to Ham & Swiss on Rye, Tuesday, Oct. 27 achieve the following objectives: Cottage Cheese, Tomato & Tuna Sandwich, Sun Chips, What is Operation Welcome • To thank and honor veterans of Cucumber Slices, Peanut Butter California Blend Veggies, Home? the Vietnam War, including personnel Cookie, Apple Fruit Cocktail As the country observes the 50th who were held as prisoners of war, or anniversary of the Vietnam War, the listed as missing in action, for their service and sacrifice on behalf of the Tuesday, Oct. 13 Wednesday, Oct. 28 WDVA is overseeing a two-year and to thank and honor Liver & Onions, Parsley Potatoes, Pizza Casserole, Garlic Bread, statewide commemoration named Op- eration Welcome Home in 2015 and the families of these veterans. Broccoli, Beets, Applesauce Toss Salad, Fruit Pizza, 2016. WDVA Secretary John A. Sco- • To highlight the service of the Grape Juice cos appointed Medal of Honor recipi- Armed Forces during the Vietnam War Wednesday, Oct. 14 ent Gary Wetzel and former WDVA and the contributions of federal agen- Meatloaf, Baked Potato, Thursday, Oct. 29 Secretary Ray Boland as co-chairs of cies and governmental and non-gov- ernmental organizations that served Green Beans, Cauliflower, Cheeseburger Stuffed Shells, ’s Vietnam War Commemo- with, or in support of, the Armed Mixed Berries Broccoli, Banana ration Committee. What is the Commemoration of Forces. the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam • To pay tribute to the contribu- Thursday, Oct. 15 Friday, Oct. 30 War? tions made on the home front by the Tuna Casserole, Sweet Potatoes, Bean Soup w/Ham & Carrots, The 2008 National Defense Au- people of the United States during the Breadstick, Ice Cream, Grapes Cranberry Juice, Apple Sauce, thorization Act authorized the Secre- Vietnam War. Corn Bread tary of Defense to conduct a program • To highlight the advances in technology, science, and medicine re- Menu Subject to Change to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War to honor Vietnam lated to military research conducted veterans, the fallen, the wounded, during the Vietnam War. • To recognize the contributions Message From FCP Veterans Post 1 those unaccounted for, former prison- ers of war, their families and all who and sacrifices made by the allies of the We consider it an honor and a privilege to be of service to the Potawatomi served. The commemoration is de- United States during the Vietnam War. community. Membership in FCP Veterans Post 1 is open to all veterans and signed for communities, veteran organ- For more information about Oper- spouses of Potawatomi tribal members. Meetings take place on the first Mon- ation Welcome, visit http://dva.state. day of each month at 5 p.m. at the old tribal hall located at 8000 Potawatomi izations, and nongovernmental organizations to thank and honor our wi.us/Pages/newsMedia/Operation- Trail in Crandon. Please join us! Welcome-Home.aspx. Community October 1, 2015 • Potawatomi Traveling Times | 3

Theodora Ann Shockto April 20, 2015 “Wezhok-Kwe” Mr. Norman Tribbett Theodora Ann Shockto, “Wezhok-Kwe” age 45, of Crandon, Wis., P.O. Box 145 passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital, Rhinelander, Wis., on Wednesday, Crandon, WI 54520 Sept. 9, 2015, following a long battle with health issues. Theodora, fondly known to her family and friends as “Aunt B”, was Dear Mr. Tribbett, born Sept. 9, 1970, in Rhinelander, the daughter of LeRoy L. and Ruth I am pleased to let you know the Nicolet College Foundation has (Menomin Shockto) Weso. Theodora graduated from Crandon High School in 1993.Through selected Sarah DeCota as the recipient of the Verol Mae Ritchie En- life, she worked as an administrative assistant for the Forest County dowed Scholarship. Potawatomi Executive Council until her health forced her into retirement. Sarah lives in Minocqua and graduated from the Medical Assistant She enjoyed watching and attending Packer, Wisconsin Badgers, and program in May of 2013. She is proud to have been on the dean’s list Milwaukee Brewers games, as well as attending concerts, bowling and each semester and now she is in the Nursing program, with an ultimate traveling. goal of continuing her education online through U.W.-Green Bay so She especially enjoyed spending time with her nieces and nephews that she may earn a bachelor’s degree in Nursing. and other family members. One of Sarah’s past instructors completed a recommendation for her She is survived by: her mother and step-father, Ruth (Alvin) Weso Sr., and said she has every potential for success. Crandon; sisters: Francine (Jeremy) VanZile, Georgianne (Jim) Einertsen Thank you for making the dream of a college education possible for Jr., Agnes (Joe) Brown, and Mary Shockto (Jason Brown); maternal grand- Nicolet College students like Sarah. On behalf of the Nicolet College mother, Agnes Menomin. She is preceded in death by: grandparents Theodore Shockto, Mary Foundation Board and everyone at Nicolet College, please accept my Jane Alloway, George Menomin; father, LeRoy Shockto Sr. and brother, gratitude for your support. I hope you agree that Sarah is an excellent LeRoy Shockto Jr. choice to be the recipient of the Verol Mae Ritchie Endowed Scholar- Visitation was held Sept. 11 at Lake Lucerne Gospel Chapel, Cran- ship. don. Funeral service was held Sept. 12 with Pastor Don Dewing officiat- ing. Interment was at the Potawatomi Tribal Cemetery, Stone Lake. Sincerely, Online condolences may be directed to www.weberhillfuneralhome. Heather Schallock com. Executive Director, Nicolet College Foundation

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These are some of the key ways to 2013 as a result of drug overdose than Centers for Disease Control and Pre- Destroying communities and tearing prevent abuse of prescription drugs: from motor vehicle crashes, suicide, vention (CDC) focuses on enhancing apart families, prescription drug abuse • Educate yourself by learning as breast cancer, colon cancer, firearms, the existing prescription drug monitor- is everywhere, and no one is immune much as you can about the dangers of influenza, or HIV, according to a spe- ing program, improving opioid pre- to the devastating effects prescription prescription drugs. cial report (PDF, 517 KB) released by scribing practices, expanding drug abuse has on society. Prescription • Talk to family, friends and espe- the Department of Health Services. prevention efforts at the state and drug abuse is the deliberate use of a cially the youth about the dangers of Opioid pain relievers, such as oxy- community levels, and developing in- medicine beyond prescription drug codone, hydrocodone, and novative “rapid response projects” to a doctor’s prescrip- abuse. methadone, contributed to 45 percent address emerging problems related to tion. In the case of • Do not share of the 843 drug overdose deaths in prescription drug overdose. opiates, the inten- your medications 2013, while heroin contributed to 27 • An $8 million grant from the tion is generally to with anyone else. percent. Drug overdose deaths in Wis- Substance Abuse and Mental Health get high or to re- • Only take consin doubled from 2004 to 2013. Services Administration (SAMHSA) lieve anxiety. medications as pre- “From urban areas to rural com- focuses on reducing inappropriate ac- The issue of According to drugfree.org, 90% scribed by your munities, drug overdoses are a public cess to prescription pain relievers to of prescription drug addictions prescription drug start in the teenage years. physician. health crisis,” said DHS Secretary prevent misuse and abuse among per- abuse should be • Ensure your Kitty Rhoades. “DHS is focusing our sons aged 12-25 in 12 Wisconsin viewed as a crisis as 45 people die every home is safe from prescription drug efforts on reducing inappropriate use counties. day from prescription painkillers - abuse. Lock up your drugs so your of prescription pain relievers, as well as • A $3 million grant from more deaths than heroin and cocaine friends and family do not have access providing resources for recovery from SAMHSA enables the expansion of combined. The Centers for Disease to them. the addictions that can lead to over- medication-assisted treatment options Control estimate that narcotic • Drop off unused and expired doses.” in Sauk and Columbia counties, with painkillers contribute to nearly three drugs at a drop-off site close to you. Other key report findings: possible expansion to Richland out of four prescription drug overdoses • Watch for the warning signs of • Drugs and medications – pre- County. Additionally, DHS and the and about 15,000 deaths per year. prescription drug abuse: personality scription drugs, illicit drugs and over- Addiction Technology Abusing opioid painkillers such as changes, social withdrawal, ongoing the-counter medication – were the • Transfer Center are hosting Vicodin (hydrocodone), Percocet (oxy- use, doctor shopping, change in ap- underlying cause of death for 97 per- training sessions for counselors and codone with acetaminophen), mor- pearance, forgetfulness, taking more cent of all Wisconsin poisoning deaths. physicians to increase access to and re- phine, OxyContin (Oxycodone), medication than prescribed, and ne- Of these deaths, 14 percent were sui- tention in medication-assisted treat- methadone, codeine, Fentanyl, glecting personal responsibilities. cides. ment statewide. Buprenorphine and Dilaudid (hydro- If you are not comfortable talking • On average, people who died as Earlier this year, DHS awarded morphone) can result in severe respira- to your provider about prescription a result of drug overdose were in their grants to three organizations to pro- tory depression and death. drug abuse, consider one of the follow- early 40s. vide opioid treatment services in un- Painkillers are not the only pre- ing, which are ANONYMOUS re- • Drug overdose death rates were derserved areas of northern Wisconsin. scription drug that is abused as stimu- sources if you need support dealing 59 percent higher among males than Funding for this effort was included in lants and benzodiazepines are also with drug problems: females. the HOPE (Heroin and Opiate Pre- abused. Stimulants, such as Ritalin, • Treatment Referral Helpline (1- DHS is expanding its opioid abuse vention and Education) legislative Adderall and Concerta are abused at 800-662-HELP) - Offered by the Sub- prevention and treatment efforts. Re- package signed into law in 2014. alarming rates. Stimulants can cause ir- stance Abuse and Mental Health cently awarded federal grants and state regular heartbeat, psychosis, seizures, Services Administration’s Center for dollars provide funding for these new heart failure and death. Stimulants Substance Abuse Treatment—refers programs in Wisconsin: temporarily increase alertness and en- callers to treatment facilities, support ergy. Benzodiazepines, most com- groups, and other local organizations about killing yourself, please call the monly Xanax and Ativan, produce a that can provide help for their specific Lifeline. People have called us for help calming effect. However, abusing ben- needs. with substance abuse, economic wor- zodiazepines can lead to death; they • findtreatment.samhsa.gov - Lo- ries, relationship and family problems, are especially dangerous when com- cate treatment centers in your state sexual orientation, illness, getting over bined with alcohol and/or painkillers. Sources: abuse, depression, mental and physi- Reports indicate that the popular www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2011/p cal illness, and even loneliness. sleep medication Ambien is also being 1101_flu_pain_killer_overdose.html What happens when I call? abused as more than 50 percent of National Institute on Drug Abuse. When you dial 1-800-273-TALK emergency room visits related to Am- The Science of Drug Abuse and Addic- (8255), you are calling the crisis cen- bien were also in combination with a tion. Infographics: www.drugabuse.gov/ ter in the Lifeline network closest to prescription painkiller. Emergency related-topics/trends-statistics/infograph- your location. After you call, you will room visits related to Ambien use sky- ics; www.drugabuse.gov/publications/re- Why call? hear a message saying you have rocketed 220 percent between 2005 search-reports/prescription-drugs/treating No matter what problems you are reached the National Suicide Preven- and 2010. -prescription-drug-addiction; http:// dealing with, we want to help you tion Lifeline. You will hear hold Prescription drugs are necessary archive.samhsa.gov/data/2k13/DAWN0 find a reason to keep living. By calling music while your call is being routed. and can be a miracle for many, but 79/sr079-Zolpidem.htm; https://find- 1-800-273-TALK (8255) you’ll be You will be helped by a skilled, misuse can have disastrous conse- treatment.samhsa.gov/; www.webmd. connected to a skilled, trained coun- trained crisis worker who will listen to quences. The rapid rise of abuse re- com/ mentalhealth/addiction/painkillers- selor at a crisis center in your area, your problems and will tell you about quires nothing short of a full-scale and-addiction-narcotic-abuse#0 anytime 24/7. mental health services in your area. response - starting with prevention and Who should call? Your call is confidential and free. education. If you feel you are in a crisis, Source: www.suicideprevention- whether or not you are thinking lifeline.org Departments October 1, 2015 • Potawatomi Traveling Times | 5 Cauliflower submitted by FCP Community Health Department Cauliflower is packed • Store the cauliflower in with essential nutrients. the refrigerator that is Wild Its compact flower set at a higher rela- head hold numer- tive humidity. ous health bene- They stay fresh fiting for about a phyto-nutrients week. such as vita- Preparation September 28 - mins that help and Serving October 2, 2015 prevent weight Methods Mon. - Fri. / 10 a.m. start gain, diabetes • To wash, Lower FCP Museum >> Outside Harvesting Class and offer protec- place head upside Subject to change due to weather tion from prostate, down, rinse in a large ovarian and cervical can- bowl of cold water with Wild rice harvesting — cers. salt added (this removes in- a full process start-to-finish class. Learn A cauliflower head is made up of sects). Gently pat dry. Remove tough original ways of processing rice, such as: how to harvest rice in a canoe, how to tightly clustered florets that begin to stem and leaves. properly use ricing sticks to gather rice form but halt at its budding stage. • Cut florets into equal sections to and how to dry rice. Other processes Several types of cauliflower exist other help cook evenly. Cook covered in taught include: parching, dancing than the common snow-white variety boiling water or steam until sections rice out in a ground pit, fanning it in a including green, orange, purple and tender for a few minutes. Over cook- birchbark basket and learning how to use new up-to-date machine processing. romanesco heads. ing may result in loss of nutrients, es- Health Benefits of Cauliflower pecially vitamin C. For more information, call • It is very low in calories Mashed Cauliflower JAMIE TUCKWAB at • Its florets contain about two Ingredients: (715) 889-9298 / (715) 478-7377. grams of dietary fiber per 100 grams 1 large head of cauliflower, cut up (1 cup); providing about 5 percent of into small pieces (about a pound) recommended value. 3 garlic cloves • Cauliflower contains several 2 (14 ounce) cans of low sodium anti-cancer phyto-chemicals like sul- chicken broth (or beef broth) foraphane and plant sterols such as in- 2 tablespoons chives, chopped (or dole-3-carbinol, which appear to green onion) function as an anti-estrogen agent. To- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley Forest County Potawatomi Rehab Honoring Health, Services welcomes gether, these compounds have proven (chopped) Healing, and Tradition TINA SONKOWSKY, benefits against prostate, breast, cervi- Directions: OTD, MOT, OTR/L cal, colon, ovarian cancers. 1. Combine cauliflower, garlic and Professional Background: • Fresh cauliflower is an excellent broth in a large saucepan. If the broth As an occupational therapist, Tina has had a diverse career including working in source of vitamin C; 100 g (1 cup) does not cover the cauliflower, add a rehabilitation facility focusing on spinal provides about 80 percent of daily rec- water to cover. cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and orthopedic conditions. Tina has experi- ommended value. Vitamin C is a 2. Bring to boil, reduce heat to ence providing rehabilitation services including outpatient, hospital, and skilled proven antioxidant that helps fight medium low to simmer until cauli- nursing facilities within rural health care against harmful free radicals, boosts flower is fork tender, about 15 min- systems as a therapist and manager for contract agencies. “Focusing on my immunity, and prevents infections and utes. client's needs to engage in meaningful activities is essential to their care. I enjoy cancers. 3. Drain cauliflower and garlic, re- working with clients of all ages in a variety • It contains good amounts of serving 2 tablespoons broth. of settings to improve their quality of life.” many vital B complex groups of vita- 4. Hand mash, or if you’d rather, Education/Licenses: • Bachelor of Arts Degree: St. Mary’s mins. These vitamins are essential as transfer to a food processor and College, Winona, MN • Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT): the body requires them for fat, protein process until smooth, adding broth if Texas Woman’s University, Denton, and carbohydrate metabolism. necessary to moisten mixture. Texas • Post-Professional Doctorate of Selection and Storage 5. Season with salt and pepper, Occupational Therapy (OTD) – Rocky • Cauliflower can be available all add chives and parsley and stir. SERVICES OFFERED Mountain University of Health Professions, Provo, UT year long in markets; however, they 6. Serve hot. AODA Optometry • National Board Certification in (715) 478-4370 (715) 478-4345 Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) are best during the winter months. 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FOREST COUNTY POTAWATOMI HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER “Autumn is a second spring 8201 Mish ko swen Drive, Crandon, WI when every leaf is a flower.” General Information (715) 478-4300 • www.FCPotawatomi.com ― Albert Camus 6 | Potawatomi Traveling Times • October 1, 2015 Departments Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Busy Summer at Rising Sun Early Detection is the Best Protection! Day Care submitted by Leah Littleton, FCP Community Health Department submitted by Mary Fatla, Rising Sun Day Care This October, the FCP Health & for breast cancer, especially if a close Summer has come to an end at ceived many compliments on the way Wellness Center is proud to family member of yours has Rising Sun Day Care. The children the children behaved while touring the participate in National had breast or ovarian cancer. had a wonderful and busy summer. museum. Breast Cancer Awareness Your provider can help you School is beginning and fall is in the Crandon Public Library had its Month. Breast cancer is the decide when and how often air. The playground got a lot of use summer reading program again this second most common kind to get mammograms. with using the sprinklers and the small year. Amy Marvin came once a week. of cancer in women. About Spread the word about pools we had set up. There were some She read to the children, had a snack one in eight women born breast cancer and the impor- new items added to the outside, like a and a free book for each child. Chil- today in the United States tance of regular screenings to new shade awning and a new tether dren are always ready to listen to a will get breast cancer at some your friends, family and ball for the bigger kids. Again we were story. point in their lives. community. You could help able to take the children to the movies The summer’s end picnic was held The good news is that save a life! at the Rouman Cinema in at our building. The children were able many women can survive Women that schedule a Rhinelander for six weeks. On two of to create their own ice cream sundaes breast cancer if it’s found mammogram at the FCP our trips to Rhinelander, we packed a complete with whipped cream and a and treated early. Regular Health and Wellness Center picnic lunch and ate it at the Hodag cherry on top. This was a lot of fun. screening is your best protec- Radiology Department re- Park. It truly was a wonderful and busy tion. The American Cancer Society ceive an incentive at their appoint- The children always like to tour summer; it went so fast! We are look- recommends the following guidelines. ment. Call (715) 478-4339 to the museum there in the park so that ing forward to fall. It is such a pretty If you are 20-39 years old: schedule an appointment today! was a must. The Rising Sun staff re- season. • Have a clinical breast exam as Interested in learning more about part of your regular health exam at breast cancer? Join us for the Breast least every three years. Cancer Awareness Event at the Health Native American Studies Class • Report any breast changes to and Wellness Center on October 28 your provider right away. Breast self- from 4 – 6 p.m. Stop in and view our Learns the Art of Wild Ricing exam is an option for finding changes. variety of booths with educational top- by Val Niehaus If you are 40 years or older: ics on breast cancer. Take a mini tour • Have a yearly mammogram and of the Radiology Department’s Mam- continue to do so as long as you are in mography unit. Contact Leah Little- good health. ton at (715) 478-4355 for more • Have a clinical breast exam as information. part of your regular health exam at Source: American Cancer Society: least every three years. www.cancer.org/cancer/breastcancer/, US • Report any breast changes to Department of Health and Human your provider right away. Breast self- Services: http://healthfinder.gov/ exam is an option for finding changes. NHO/OctoberToolkit.aspx Talk to a provider about your risk Tuckwab (right) showing the students how you would collect the rice while in the canoe.

With fall approaching and the sea- the process from beginning to end, sons starting to change, the time for minus actually collecting the rice on wild rice harvesting has come. Jamie the water. Tuckwab, FCP Language & Culture Overall the students had a great Apprentice, has taken it upon himself time learning this tradition from Tuck- Rising Sun with the help of co-workers to harvest wab, and they actually are looking for- Day Care... this year’s wild rice from local lakes ward to maybe participating in a class and rivers. he will be holding Sept.28 - Oct. 2, Tuckwab started this process the 2015, at the FCP Cultural Museum. first week in September. Mrs. Votis, a Look for flyers and info about the class teacher from the Crandon School Dis- in this issue. trict, thought this would be a great Invites you to its teaching tool for her Native American Halloween Party, Studies class and felt it would be an in- teresting experience for her students. Haunted House Votis brought four of her students who and Trick and Treat were very interested in learning this Oct. 26 in the afternoon. technique to observe what is involved in this process. A few of the youth Watch for flyers in the have actually worked with the wild rice community as process before or have at least seen it details are confirmed. done in their own families. These stu- dents were Emmalee VanZile, Branton Kegley, Misty Groff, and Bishbe- neshikwe Daniels. Each was very inter- ested in the opportunity to watch Bisher Daniels getting Mark your Tuckwab with his processing steps and a chance to help a few even had the opportunity to help calendar! parch the rice. parch the rice. Tuckwab showed them Gaming October 1, 2015 • Potawatomi Traveling Times | 7

‘Green & Gold’ Drawing! There are Played on regular games only. Hotball What’s Going On in Carter? three sets of two tickets to the Miller will be excluded from multiplier. Lite® Deck. Winner does not need to ‘Bounce Back’! Guests who play submitted by Frank Shepard, PCCH General Manager be present to win. bingo on Wednesdays in October will October is Breast Cancer Aware- picked at 9:30 p.m. First place $500; Set 1: Green Bay vs. Rams, Sun- receive $5 towards their bingo pur- ness Month; check out our display of second place $300, third place $200. day, Oct. 11, 12 p.m. Entries will start chase on Thursday. Valid next day pink items! Complimentary food and beer will be Sept. 4 until Oct. 1. Drawing will take only. Monday, Oct. 5, is ‘Do Something available on the casino floor from 8 to place at the Carter Club booth on ‘$500 Cash Drawing’ on Friday, Nice Day’. In honor of this, guests will 11 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1 at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 30 for one lucky winner! Winner receive a free gift at the booth for com- ‘Cash is King’ on Saturday, Nov. Set 2: Green Bay vs. Lions, Sun- will be drawn during regular session. ing in that day from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. 14. Carter Club members can start day, Nov. 15 at 12 p.m. Entries will Must be present and playing bingo to Limit one per earning entries start Oct. 2 until Nov. 5. Drawing will win. Earn entries for each admission guest. Cake will be for their chance take place at the Carter Club booth on pack purchased during the month. served to our guests to take home a Thursday, Nov. 5 at Limit one entry per on the casino floor. share of $50,000! 6:30 p.m. person per day. Every Tuesday Just earn or re- Set 3: Green Fridays in Octo- and Wednesday in deem 250 points Bay vs. Cowboys, ber: October, you could for 10 entries. Sunday, Dec. 13 at • Finally $500 win your share of New members to 3:25 p.m. Entries Fridays: Oct. 2, 16 $17,400 in cash and prizes with our the Carter Club can receive 10 free en- will start Nov. 6 and 30. Early birds at ‘Goblin Surprise’! Twenty eight win- tries. Fifteen winners will be drawn to until Dec. 3. Draw- 5:30 p.m. Regular ners will be chosen to select one of the win a ‘Yeti’ can cooler filled with cash ing will take place at games at 6 p.m. with goblin containers. Drawings will take with an additional 10 winners drawn the Carter Club $35 packs. Twenty place from 1:30 to 8 p.m. with two to select a ‘Yeti’ cooler containing an booth on Thursday, five regular games in- winners chosen every half hour. Bin unspecified amount of cash. The win- Dec. 3 at 6:30 p.m. cluding five games will be emptied after the 4 p.m. draw- ners will keep the ‘Yeti’ can coolers and B I N G O! paying $250 and 10 games paying ing. Entries can be obtained by Carter large coolers. Come in, check us out, and be $500! Guests receive $25 in Club members by earning 100 same- • Bingo players: Earn 10 bonus prepared to have some fun! Potawatomi Play with the purchase of day base points or redeeming 200 entries for every early bird package and Now taking reservations for admission pack. Limit one Potawatomi points for 10 entries starting at 7 a.m. intermission package purchased from bingo’s New Year’s Eve Bash! Contact Play per session. until 10 minutes before the drawing. Oct. 1 until Nov. 14. the bingo moneyroom at (715) 473- • Cosmic Bingo: Oct. 30, Hal- Every Friday in October is ‘Freaky • Table games: Receive 10 bonus 2021 to reserve your seat. loween theme. Admissions opens at Friday’. Carter Club members selected entries for every two hours of consecu- BIGGER BETTER BINGO will 9:30 p.m.; games start at 10:30 p.m. as a winner will choose one of our Hal- tive play from Oct. 1 until Nov. 13. be played on all days except where DJ from 10 p.m. to midnight. $12 loween displays to determine their • Tier entry multiplier days are noted: packs; games paying $100; one game winnings. Winners will take that Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25 and Nov. 1, 8, 13. • Bigger payouts: Regular games paying a prize; last game paying amount of money home. There will be • Golden Eagle members: 6X en- pay $150; specials pay $200. $1,000; consolation $250. Costume $4,000 in cash prizes each Friday tries; Eagle members: • Better admission: contest: Crowd votes for the winners night. Entries can be obtained by earn- 5X entries; Thunder- New paper package so bring your friends! 1st Place: $100; ing 100-same day base points or re- bird members: 3X en- deals. 2nd Place: $75; 3rd Place: $50 Bingo deeming 200 points for 10 entries. tries; Crane, Loon and • Bingo! Carter: It’s Return. Drawings take place between 7 and 11 Carter Club members: the place to be for Saturdays in October: p.m. Limit one win per person per day 2X entries. bingo! • October Birthday Session: of promotion. Prizes: (2) $500; (1) • Cash prizes in October’s elec- Saturday, Oct. 3. Carter Club mem- $750; (1) $1,000 and (1) $1,250. large coolers will be: (1) tronic special: Purchase bers with October birthdays will re- Saturday, Oct. 10, is National It’s $7,000; (1) $6,000; (2) Carter Combo Package ceive a free 6 on paper pack with their My Party! Carter Casino will be host- $5,000; (1) $4,000; (2) 3 or 4 and receive paid admission. Birthday cake will be ing a party on the casino floor with $3,000, (3) $2,500. Carter Combo 1 for served. free food and beer on the floor from 8 Cash prizes in can cool- only $20 (a $40 Value). • Mini Bash: Saturday, Oct. 31. to 10 p.m. Plus, cash drawings will ers will be: (4) $250; Offer valid at Bigger Longer session; $20 admission packs; take place from 6 to 10 p.m. Limit of (4) $300; (4) $500; (2) Better Bingo Session $10 extra packs. Prize drawings will be two wins per person. Entries can be $750, (1) $1,000. only. held throughout the session. Mini buf- obtained by earning 50 same-day base ‘Slot Mania Tour- Every Wednesday fet included with admission pack pur- points or redeeming 100 points for 10 naments’ continue on and Sunday in October chase. Costume contest: 1st Place: entries starting at 7 a.m. until 10 min- Mondays, Oct. 12, 19 and Friday, Oct. join us for ‘Hi Five Session’. All packs $300 Cash; 2nd Place: $200 Cash; 3rd utes before the drawing time. A bal- 23. Mondays will begin at 2:45 p.m. are $5. Bingo on any number ending Place: $100 Cash. loon pop will determine the prize and on Friday will begin at 7:30 p.m. in ‘5’ and receive ‘5X’ the payout! amount. Guests can qualify on Mondays from 7 Mark your calendar for Saturday, a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Friday from 7 Electronic Buy-In Options Oct. 31, because it’s going to be a fun a.m. to 6:30 p.m. To qualify, guests Carter Combo 1 - $60, 30 cards, one Jackpot Game, one Roulette, one Game day at Carter! We will start issuing en- must earn and redeem 50 same-day of the Month, one Dbl. Daub Coverall, one Dbl. Daub Feather, one Winner Take tries at 7 a.m. Carter Club members base points, redeem 100 points from All, one Triangle Game, 10 Odd # Coverall, 10 Bonanza will receive 10 entries for every 100 their comp rewards balance, or buy-in Carter Combo 2 - $80, 60 cards, two Jackpot Game, two Roulette, two points they earn or 10 entries for every of $10 per seat. Guest will be regis- Games of the Month, two Dbl. Daub Coverall, two Dbl. Daub Feather, two Win- 200 points they redeem. Our ‘Spook- tered as soon as qualifications are met. ner Take All, two Triangle Game, 20 Odd # Coverall, 20 Bonanza tacular Drawings’ will be held every We will also be holding a ‘Sweetest Carter Combo 3 - $120, 90 cards, three Jackpot Game, three Roulette, three hour from 5:30 to 10 p.m. There will Day Couples’ Tournament on Satur- Games of the Month, three Dbl. Daub Coverall, three Dbl. Daub Feather, three be 10 winners of $250. Make sure you day, Oct. 17. Winner Take All, three Triangle Game, 30 Odd # Coverall, 30 Bonanza show up in costume because there’s Carter Club members who pur- Carter Combo 4 (Best Value) - $160, 130 cards, four Jackpot Game, four going to be a contest for cash prizes! chase an aluminum pint of Miller Roulette, four Games of the Month, four Dbl. Daub Coverall, four Dbl. Daub Feather, four Winner Take All, four Triangle Game, 40 Odd # Coverall, 40 Bo- Judging of the costumes will be held Lite® or Miller Genuine Draft® in The nanza on the casino floor; winners will be Flames can receive a free entry into the Electronic packages include all games except Earlybirds, Pick 8 and Hotballs. 8 | Potawatomi Traveling Times • October 1, 2015 Notices/Calendar

NOTICES

CULTURE HEALTH SERVICES OFFERED EDUCATION Neshnabemwen - The Potawatomi lan- Al-Anon Meetings - Wednesdays, • Quick Skills - hands-on, self-paced to Crandon Indian Education Commit- guage has endured through the passage of 5519 Kak Yot Lane, Crandon, 5:30 p.m. learn and enhance your computer skills of tee - Monthly meetings held the first time. At one time, it is said that we all spoke Why: Al-Anon is primarily for those who Microsoft programs such as Word, Power- Wednesday of each month, 5 p.m. at HWC. the same language. Later on, we started have known a feeling of desperation con- Point, Excel and Access. Contact these committee members with speaking different languages and forming cerning the destructive behavior of someone • WinWay Résumé Deluxe - it’s easy to questions or concerns: tribes based on who was able to understand very near to them, whether caused by drugs, develop a résumé with more than 14,000 Margaret Konaha - Chairperson each other. The Bodewadmi, and alcohol, or related behavior problems. When ready-to-use templates, more than 100,000 (715) 478-7347 (work) were all one tribe and spoke the same you come into this room you are no longer job-winning phrases and more than 350 dif- Hazel George - Member language. As the differences in the language alone, but among others who have experi- ferent design themes. When complete, the (715) 478-5612 (home) grew, they each formed a separate entity. enced similar problems. We will respect auditor will evaluate your résumé. Shari Alloway - Member However, they maintained a close bond and your confidence and anonymity, as we know • WisCareers Website - career explo- Number not available at time of print. formed the “Council of the Three Fires” to you will respect ours. Please call (715) 478- ration guide and opportunities on computer Myra VanZile - Youth Education deal with any issues that might affect them. 4933 for more information. programs. Complete a variety of assessments Services Liaison The Three Fires signified the alliance be- She gish get (New Day) AA Meeting - based on interests, work values, career skills [email protected] tween the three, while their individual fires Fridays, 2 p.m., 5519 Wej mo gek Court, and workplace skills; help coordinate your Wabeno Indian Education Commit- proclaimed their own identity. Every Tuesday Crandon. Contact info: 715 478-4370. Call work values into an exciting career; check tee - Meetings held every second Tuesday of & Wednesday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., for FCPC if you need a ride. out a variety of technical schools and col- each month, 6 p.m., at Potawatomi Carter and members, FCP Cultural Center, Library Wellbriety - 12 Step Meeting leges; use a guided program to set up your Casino Hotel. and Museum. Open to all Potawatomi stu- Held every Monday at 6 p.m. in the portfolio. dents, Language & Culture Class every lower level of the FCP Cultural Center, Li- The FCP Economic Support staff is also Thursday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Transportation for brary & Museum. ANYONE who is in re- available to assist with any of these com- youth provided. covery and searching for a sober way of puter programs. For additional assistance, living is more than welcome to attend! If please contact us at (715) 478-7206, 7292, or you have any questions, contact Brooks 7295. Boyd at (715) 889-4902 or FCP Health & Wellness Center Behavioral Health at (715) 478-4332. PROGRAMS Do You Feel Like No One Under- stands You? You’re not alone! Let your O CTOBER C ALENDAROF E VENTS Smoking Cessation Incentive Pro- be heard! Let someone share your gram - Open to FCP tribal members and in- pain! If you are thinking of committing sui- dividuals eligible for Alternative Care cide or know someone who is, please get Community Health Program. Services include: appointments help! Help is only one touch or a phone call • Oct. 1, Infant Nutrition/WIC: We Care, 1 - 4 p.m. with nurses and CHRs to determine a quit away. • Oct. 6, Infant Nutrition: HWC, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. plan, kit filled with items that aid in the quit- Crisis Line: 1 (888) 299-1188 (Serving • Oct. 13, WIC: HWC, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. ting process, educational materials and prod- Forest, Vilas & Oneida counties: 24 hours a • Oct. 28, Breast Cancer Awareness Event: HWC, 4 - 6 p.m. ucts, plus a reward upon completion of third day/7 days a week); Kids in Need: 1 (800) • Oct. 29, Blood Drive: HWC lower large conference room, 12 - 4 p.m. smoking cessation appointment. 622-9120; The Get-2-Gether Peer Support To learn more about the program or to Drop-In Center: (715) 369-3871; Run-Away schedule an appointment, contact Sara Hotline: 1 (800) 621-4000; 1 (800) 273- Cleereman, R.N., at (715) 478-4889. TALK; TTY: 1 (800) 799-4TTY or visit suicide- FCP Family Resource Center SPARKS Weight Management Pro- hotlines.com. gram - • FRC/CHOICES: Mondays, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26, 3:30 - 5 p.m. By appointment. S - Support; P - Pro- • Play Shoppe: Tuesdays, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. gram; A - Get Active, Stay Active; R - Reap SERVICES OFFERED • Circle of Sisters: Wednesdays, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28, 1 - 3 p.m. the Rewards: feel better, be healthier; K - • Positive Indian Parenting: Thursdays, Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10 a.m. - noon. Know the basics of good nutrition; S - Stay Employment Skills Program • Open registration for Nurturing Fathers parenting class. focused on being healthy. Please call Lisa FCP Economic Support has an employ- Look for more events to be added. Call (715) 478-4837 with questions about ment skills program for tribal members with Miller, RD, CD, at (715) 478-4320. any programs. Diabetes Education - resources/tools to help them overcome em- By appointment. Including blood glu- ployment barriers. We are here to coach and cose monitoring, making healthy changes, encourage individuals to recognize their CHOICES Program skills and to find occupations related to those psychosocial, complications, sick day and • Youth ages 10 - 12: Mondays, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26, 3:30 - 5 p.m. (FRC/CHOICES) skills and interests.This program can assist travel, planning for pregnancy, hypo- • Youth ages 13 - 17: Tuesdays, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. glycemia, medications, diabetes in general, in: • Youth ages 7 - 9: Wednesdays, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. insulin and goal setting. Please call Anne • A direct connection between DMV to Youth will be picked up at Crandon school at 3 p.m. and will be dropped off at Chrisman, RN, at (715) 478-4383, or Cathy obtain, reinstate and/or find out what is Chitko at (715) 478-4367. needed in driver’s license reinstatement. home between 5 and 5:30 p.m. Call (715) 478-4839 for more information. • Résumé development and résumé cri- tiquing. • Mock interviews. Recreation Department • Work experience within tribal entities. Get Fit & Stay Active - fitness equipment available at Rec Center Monday “Everybody • Job-seeking skills and employment through Friday, 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. Open to FCP tribal members, their immediate guidance/mentoring. needs beauty families and FCP employees. Hours subject to change based on scheduled Resource Room — we now have two activities. For information on Rec Center activities, call (715) 478-7420. as well as locations within the Family Resource Center bread, places to (Old Tribal Hall). The room has four comput- ers that are open to the community, and there play in and pray are two computers located at the Family in, where nature Service Building in the upper level. may heal and These computers are equipped with the “Even if something is give strength to following software to assist in improving your job skills, completing or updating your left undone, everyone body and soul.” résumé, brushing up on computer and typing must take time to sit -John Muir skills, and for completing correspondence. still and watch the • Turbo Typing - interactive, fun prac- tice available to increase your hand/eye coor- leaves turn.” dination and typing speed. -Elizabeth Lawrence continued in next column... Personals/Pow-Wows October 1, 2015 • Potawatomi Traveling Times | 9

PERSONALS October 2015 Congratulations to FCPC tribal member, Jaiden Pow-Wow Trail Deschinny, for placing third Oct. 2-4 Oct. 15-18 overall at the Crandon invi- Northern Navajo Fair* Western Navajo Fair* tational boys and girls JV Fair Grounds Fair Grounds cross country meet! Before Shiprock, N.M. Tuba City, Ariz. the race, this young athlete (505) 793-5532 (505) 879-0649 [email protected] tubacity.nndes.org was feeling his race and said [email protected] he felt the need to run hard. Oct. 2-4 After a summer of run- 27th Meherrin* Oct. 16-18 ning from Laona to North- Meherrin Tribal Grounds Hunting Moon* ern Arizona and Ahoskie, N.C. Panther Arena transitioning to his old (252) 209-0934 Milwaukee, Wis. school, he was a little unsure www.meherrinnation.org (414) 847-7861 www.huntingmoonpowwow.com of himself. However, the Oct. 10 prior week we trained at 23rd Indigenous Peoples Day* Oct. 16-18 7000' elevation, spent a day Civic Center Park 34th NAIA* with his former team, and Berkeley, Calif. Long Hunter State Park gained valuable advice from (510) 595-5520 Nashville, Tenn. Coach Andy Lawrence. He pace steady and maintaining his www.ipdpowwow.org (615) 232-9179 or 459-3156 took that advice, fed off of the en- [email protected] position was incredible! I am very Oct. 24 couragement of his teammates, proud of my kid for pushing him- Oct. 10-11 38th UW-Milwaukee and poured it into his race! The self to a medal! 11th Native American Autumn Pow-Wow thrill of watching him hold his -Crystal Deschinny Gathering Union Ballroom Wolf Creek Habitat Milwaukee, Wis. Brookville, Ind. (414) 229-5880 (513) 312-9143 www.aiss.uwm.edu wolfcreekhabitat.org [email protected] [email protected] *Denotes Contest Pow-Wow

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Spi- eilles Convention Center, 13767 W raling into a world of truancy, vio- Communities County Road B in Hayward, Wis., on lence, trauma, depression, substance submitted by Rachel Cromer, AIANTA Oct. 9, 2015, from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. use, gangs, guns and suicidal ideation, The cost of the conference is $25. he nearly gave up on life. Today, Kelli- WASHINGTON, D.C. (Sept. 11, lation will help lift our native commu- Kellibrew, from Washington, brew believes that his challenges were 2015) – Congressman Markwayne nities and create a vehicle for collabo- D.C., is an international advocate for disguised as opportunities. In this Mullin (OK-02) introduced a bill on rative and strategic tourism planning civil, human, women, children, and presentation, he engages the audience Thursday to create jobs and support with cultural awareness and sustain- victims’ rights. He is a sought-after on the importance of core values and businesses in Native American com- ability at the forefront.” speaker on violence, trauma, trauma- how they play a role in preventing the munities. The bill, the Native Ameri- The NATIVE Act requires any informed care, and children exposed to barriers and challenges from claiming can Tourism and Improving Visitor federal agency with a recreational violence. At age six, he was sexually our youth and their potential. He also Experience (NATIVE) Act (H.R. travel and tourism function to include abused by his mom’s neighbor and at focuses on building on our youth’s 3477), integrates Native American tribal organizations in its national age 10, he watched helplessly as his strengths versus their deficits. tourism with federal United States tourism initiatives. The bill also facili- mother and 12-year-old brother were “If we see children as our most tourism initiatives to promote the cul- tates technical assistance and training shot in their living room by his precious resource,” William says, “we tural assets of American Indians, for native communities to help build mother’s estranged boyfriend. value them and the role that they play Natives, and Native Hawai- sustainable tourism capacity and infra- Kellibrew has appeared on Oprah, for our future.” ians. structure. MSNBC, BBC, and many others. He To register or for more informa- “Native American culture is “I came to Congress to advance was also recognized by the White tion please call Northwest Connection known and celebrated among Okla- policies that will help com- House as a Champion of Change. Family Resources at (800) 733-KIDS homans, and it is important that we munities create jobs,” Mullin added. As a child, Kellibrew’s passion was or (715) 634-2299. share our heritage with people from all “The NATIVE Act is a common-sense to be a performer. After witnessing the over the world,” said Mullin, a mem- bill that does both of these things.” ber of the and one of H.R. 3477 has received support two Native Americans currently serv- from the American Indian Alaska Na- ing in the United States Congress. “In- tive Tourism Association (AIANTA). In Honor of November as National tegrating Native American tourism “AIANTA applauds the leadership with federal tourism efforts will bring of Congressman Markwayne Mullin great benefits to native communities in for the introduction of the NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN Oklahoma and across the country.” Act in the House,” said Sherry Rupert, H.R. 3477 is the U.S. House of AIANTA board president. “AIANTA HERITAGEE MONTHM Representatives companion bill to S. strongly supports the goals of the NA- 1579, which was introduced by U.S. TIVE Act because it will ensure that Sen. Brian Schatz (D-HI) on June 16, tribes are included in existing federal 2015. tourism programs and present oppor- “I want to thank Congressman tunities to build capacity and infra- Markwayne Mullin for his leadership structure in Native communities, and support of the NATIVE Act,” said advance economic development, and Schatz. “A robust tourism industry create new jobs.” strengthens our global and local The bill has been referred to the We Invite Native youth, K-12th Grade, To Share economies, and helps creates jobs and House Committees on Natural Re- “How My Heritage small businesses. In Hawaii, the ability sources, Energy and Commerce, and Has Influenced My Art” to share our traditions and culture Administration for further considera- with travelers supports a healthy tion. Deadline is NOVEMBER 18, 2015 tourism industry. This bipartisan legis-

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photo by Autry Johnson Artwork from 2014 Heritage Display News From the Nations October 1, 2015 • Potawatomi Traveling Times | 11 First Destination Senators Announce Bill to Help Tribes Fight Child Hunger Website to Promote submitted by News From the United States Senate WASHINGTON, D.C. (Sept. 15, country to hunger, food insecurity and 2015) – U.S. Sens. Tom Udall (D- obesity,” Lujan Grisham said. “We Indian Country N.M.) and Jon Tester (D-Mont.), need to remove barriers to child nutri- along with U.S. Rep. Michelle Lujan tion programs and make it as easy as Grisham (D-N.M.), announced that possible for Tribes to directly access Tourism to the World they have introduced legislation to funding and meet the needs of chil- streamline and expand access to federal dren in their communities.” submitted by Rachel Cromer, AIANTA school breakfast and lunch, summer Several Tribal governments and Albuquerque (Sept.16, 2015) – and Native Hawaiian cultures. This feeding and other meal services by al- community organizations have en- The American Indian Alaska Native website is an exciting step in educating lowing Tribes to participate directly in dorsed the Tribal Nutrition Improve- Tourism Association (AIANTA) an- the world that there are unparalleled these programs. Native American chil- ment Act of 2015, including New nounces the launch of NativeAmer- travel experiences to be had through dren suffer from food insecurity and Mexico Appleseed, MAZON: A Jewish ica.Travel, a new destination website the varied and vibrant communities obesity at rates twice the national aver- Response to Hunger, the Food and Re- representing American Indian, Alaska that make up Indian Country,” Fergu- age, but too often aren’t able to access search Action Center, the National Native and Native Hawaiian tourism son continued. important hunger and nutrition serv- Congress of American Indians, and across the United States. NativeAmer- AIANTA is partnering with ices because Tribal governments are San Felipe Pueblo. ica.Travel connects tribes directly to Luckie & Co. to design and develop locked out of administering the school “In our work with the Navajo travelers and features inspiring histori- the website and A2B Consulting to re- meals and other critically important Nation and other Tribes, we’ve seen a cal, cultural, and outdoor narratives search and collect content from across child nutrition programs. critical gap in children’s access to and high-impact photographs to invite Indian Country. Tribes interested in The Tribal Nutrition Improve- healthy meals,” said Jennifer Ramo, them to explore Indian Country. registering on the website should con- ment Act of 2015 will adapt existing Executive Director of New Mexico The consumer-facing website is tact registration@native america- child nutrition programs to ensure all Appleseed. “This is a serious problem the first to feature Indian Country travel.com. kids in Native communities have con- for Native American communities, tourism experiences across the United Visit www.NativeAmerica.Travel sistent access to nutritious meals. In- which have some of the highest rates States. To give all 567 federally-recog- for more information and access to the stead of requiring Tribes to go through of food insecurity ever recorded in the nized tribes an opportunity to repre- NativeAmerica.Travel Media Kit. state agencies to access federal nutri- United States. The Tribal Nutrition sent themselves in their own words, About AIANTA tion programs, the bill adds federally Improvement Act is a targeted inter- AIANTA is offering each a dedicated The American Indian Alaska Na- recognized Indian Tribes to the list of vention to help Tribes address that page with which to tell visitors about tive Tourism Association (AIANTA) is a governments authorized to administer problem and meet the needs of their their history, culture and visitor attrac- 501(c)(3) national nonprofit association the National School Lunch Program, children. We are honored to play a role tions. of Native American tribes and tribal the School Breakfast Program, the in its creation, and we thank Senators The Experiences section of the businesses that was incorporated in 2002 Summer Food Service Program, and Udall and Tester and Representative website offers exciting and authentic to advance Indian Country tourism. The the Child and Adult Care Food Pro- Lujan Grisham for taking on this im- trip ideas unique to Indian Country. association is made up of member tribes gram so Tribes can directly provide portant issue.” An interactive map helps users identify from six regions: Alaska, Eastern, Mid- these services. “By working to provide meals to native experiences by region and type west, Pacific, Plains and the Southwest. “Native American children are children in Indian communities, we of attraction or accommodation. To AIANTA’s mission is to define, intro- some of the most vulnerable to hunger not only help our children, but also assist travelers in planning their visit, duce, grow and sustain American Indian and obesity — two problems that help their parents, and their grandpar- NativeAmerica.Travel also lists Ameri- Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian school meal programs are proven to ents — the entire community bene- can Indian, Alaska Native and Native tourism that honors traditions and val- help combat,” said Udall, a member of fits,” said Governor Ronald Tenorio Hawaiian attractions, activities and ues. the U.S. Senate Committee on Indian from the Pueblo of San Felipe. “Pass- lodging information, spanning rural The purpose of AIANTA is to pro- Affairs. “But Tribal schools and Native ing the Tribal Nutrition Improvement horseback riding adventures to cosmo- vide our constituents with the voice and American families often face unneces- Act is especially critical in New Mexico politan galleries featuring native arts. tools needed to advance tourism while sary hurdles to access child nutrition where the state government is working The official launch of NativeAm- helping tribes, tribal organizations and programs. The Tribal Nutrition Im- to limit SNAP benefits to some of our erica.Travel on Sept. 16, 2015, opens tribal members create infrastructure and provement Act will cut bureaucratic families. Our children are our future, the website to all federally and state- capacity through technical assistance, red tape and allow Tribal governments and if we have an opportunity to help recognized tribes and Native Hawai- training and educational resources. to administer school meal programs them live better lives, we should take ians who wish to list their tribes, AIANTA serves as the liaison between directly, so more kids can get healthy it.” attractions and accommodations on Indian Country, governmental and pri- meals all year long. I’m proud to intro- “One of the most difficult issues the website. vate entities for the development, growth, duce this legislation, and am thankful facing American Indians and Alaska “We are thrilled to be creating this and sustenance of Indian Country to groups like New Mexico Appleseed Natives is food security,” said Jacque- tremendous opportunity for tribes to tourism. By developing and implement- for their input and their continuous line Pata, Executive Director of the unite and to realize the shared benefits ing programs and providing economic work fighting hunger in New Mexico.” National Congress of American Indi- that tourism can bring, from economic development opportunities, AIANTA “Native American kids are at a dis- ans. “For many of our Native youth, development to cultural proliferation,” helps tribes build for their future while advantage without access to healthy, the meals they receive at school are said Camille Ferguson, AIANTA Exec- sustaining and strengthening their cul- well-rounded meals. We can’t expect sometimes the only food they have ac- utive Director. tural legacy. them to do their best if they’re hungry cess to on a consistent basis. NCAI “Promoting Native America as a To learn more, please visit or lacking proper nutrition,” said supports the introduction of Senator whole to travel consumers gives us the www.aianta.org. For current updates, Tester, Vice Chairman of the U.S. Sen- Udall’s legislation S. 1937 — the unique opportunity to share the multi- like us on Facebook and follow us on ate Committee on Indian Affairs. Tribal Nutrition Improvement Act of tude of destinations and diversity Twitter (@OfficialAIANTA). “This bill takes care of our kids by al- 2015, which supports food access for within American Indian, Alaska Native lowing Indian Tribes to provide Native youth and furthers the exercise healthy meals to students so they can of Tribal self-determination and self- succeed in the classroom.” governance over food assistance pro- “Native American children are grams.” among the most vulnerable in the 12 | Potawatomi Traveling Times • October 1, 2015 Community 2015 Fall Hike submitted by Lisa Miller, Community Health Dietitian Congratulations to all who partici- Nearly all the participants com- pated in the 2015 Fall Hike to Bay- mented that they were planning to field County, Wis! This was the 6th make it a lifestyle habit to be more annual hike and it was yet another physically active. It is important for all “step up” - all of the 55 participants of us to get at least 30 minutes (adults) completed at least seven miles of hik- or 60 minutes (youth) of physical ac- ing and many hiked 12-13 miles over tivity almost every day. the weekend. Awesome job, fall hikers! Other things that participants Of the 55 participants, 22 were adults, learned, enjoyed, and plan on chang- 33 were youth. ing was to drink more water, stay hy- The weather was perfect for hik- drated, and have less (or no) sugary ing: 70° and sunny with calm/light beverages. All of our meals during the breeze. The view of Lake Superior, Fall Hike weekend included fruit and cliffs, interesting trees, plants and vegetables, which most participants berries made for a beautiful, adventur- plan on having more of from now on. ous weekend. Migwetch to the great The date of the 2016 Fall Hike Creator for all of these things! will be Sept. 17. Until then, keep Back at the hotel, the pool and hot walking, hiking, moving more, eating tub were a wonderful place for tired a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole legs and feet, or more activity. We grains, lean protein, and drinking stayed two nights at Legendary Waters plenty of water. Mish ko swen! Resort and Casino in Red Cliff, Wis. The facility was beautiful, and the tribal elders were very hospitable. Our breakfasts and dinners were at the hotel, and the picnic lunch was from the Fat Radish. We all enjoyed a treat from the Candy Shoppe in town after a hike down Brownstone Trail. We had five Health & Wellness staff assist with the weekend.