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Snee-Nee-Chum P.O. Box 157 Deming, WA 98244Volume 8, Number 1 August 2018Nooksack Youth in the Annual LummiYouth Basketball TournamentNational Unity Conference in San DiegoSubmitted by Keith Lindsey, instructorIn the early hours of July 5th, 12 Nooksack teens and three chaperones boarded a plane in Bellingham and tookto the friendly skies. Their destination was sunny San Diego, California and the 42nd Annual United National IndianTribal Youth Convention. This year’s convention proved to be largest gathering of indigenous youth ever, with morethan 2,500 teens in attendance from tribes all over the United States and the Pacific Islands.The conference opened with an entertaining and inspirational by Native hip-hop artist Supaman. Other notablepresenters over the five-day conference were Matika Wilbur, Brooks Simpson, Ilima-Lei Macfarlane, and AbramBenally. As Male Co-President, our own Hamilton Seymour, served as EmCee for some of the presentations.As usual, the goal of all the presentations and activities was to motivate Native youth to become Wellness Warriorswell versed in the life skills that will strengthen them Spiritually, Mentally, Physically, and Socially. All our Nooksackyouth who attended this conference would agree that these goals were met with excellence.Additional photos on pages 2 and 3.
Youth and Teen Program NewsSnee-Nee-ChumTable of ContentsNational Unity Conference inSan Diego 1, 3Youth and Teen Program News 2Congratulations Alofa! 4Pest Prevention,Things To Try First 4Living with Wild Animalsin our Community 5Nooksack Automotive Dept 5Estate Planning / Wills Clinic 6Welcome New Hires 6How to Submit News to theSnee-Nee-Chum Newsletter 6Apply for Nooksack Tribe JobsON-LINE 6The 418 Special Elk Lotterybegins on Friday, August 10th 7Mobile Mammogram Party 8Love Your Liver 9Opioid / Heroine AwarenessCommunity Outreach 10Elders Lunch Menu 112018 Holiday Calendar 12Administrative Contacts 122Submitted by Keith Lindsey, instructorThe Youth and Teen Programs started revved up with their summerprograms in June with over a hundred registered participants. Activities keepthe staff hopping thus far have consisted of nutrition classes, Wild Waves,Trampoline Zone, movies, hikes, swimming, Group and more. Enjoy somepictures from our recent activities and watch for next month’s newsletter witheven more news about our kids.
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CongratulationsAlofa!We are so proud of you and allthe hard work you put in this year.You are a beautiful person insideand out. This is just the beginningof your wondrous story God hasplanned and we cannot wait to seewhat you achieve in the future. Classof 2018.We love you,Your FamilyPest Prevention, Things To Try FirstA reminder from housing - pest activity increases during thesummer months. Ants, cockroaches, mosquitoes, ticks, and spiders are attheir peak during the summer months because of temperature, moisture,food sources, increased life cycle, and more hours of daylight. Remove sources of food, water, and shelter. Store food in sealed plastic, or glass containers. Garbage containingfood scraps should be placed in tightly covered trash cans. Removegarbage regularly from your home. Heat can increase garbage odorsand attract pests. Fix leaky plumbing and don’t let water accumulate anywhere in thehome. Don’t let water collect in trays under your house plants, orrefrigerator. Clean up clutter, it provides places for pests to breed & hide, andmakes it hard to get rid of them. Get rid of things like stacks ofnewspapers, magazines, or cardboard. Check and clear debris fromgutters- perfect for breeding grounds. Trim back vegetation & branches growing against your building, atleast 2 feet Close off places where pests can enter and hide. For example, caulkcracks & crevices around cabinets, or baseboards. Use steel wool to fillspaces around pipes. Cover any holes with wire mesh. Check for pests in packages, or boxes before carrying them into yourhome.Learn about the pests you have and options to control them.* -summer-pests* mmer-is-the-season-for-pests* pest-controlupper left: ant; middle: spider; upper right: mosquito;lower left: tick; lower right: cockroach4
Living with Wild Animalsin our CommunityI am writing this to address the growing question in the community aboutwhat to do when we encounter black bears. Black bears have been increasinglyvisible in the area due to the need to find easy food sources. We may helpprevent human contact by following some of the recommendations below.Prevention:Make trash cans inaccessible. Bring them inside a garage or outbuilding orhave an enclosure to place the can inside of with lock.Enclose your compost pile. Open compost piles are an easy and desirabletreat for bears.Recycle by using enclosed bins. Bears will try to dig inside containers foranything left over.Keep your barbecue clean and free of drippings. Move your grill away fromthe house and secure it inside a shed or garage.Keep bird feeders as far away from the house as possible.Contact with Bears:Do not run!Stand your ground and try to stay calm.Speak calmly.Wave your hands side to side slowly to show the bear where you are. Most bearattacks are from startled bears who suddenly notice humans and perceivethem as a threat.Immediately pick up any small children or animals.Make yourself as large as possible (using arms or moving to higher ground)Move away slowly and sideways while maintaining an eye on the bear’slocationLeave the area or take a detour if sighted or stay inside and wait for the bearto move alongBe especially cautious if you see cubs. Females will become very protectiveand the chances of attack increases. Never come between her and her cub orattempt to approach them!If Attacked:Do not play dead.Fight back by whatever means necessary to escape or discourage the bear.Concentrate strikes to the face and muzzle.Do not try to climb a tree. Black bears are excellent and swift climbers.Try to escape to a car or building and stay inside. Call for help.Lastly, keep your eyes open and aware of the possibility of black bearencounters. You can help keep your family and yourself safe by followingthese recommendations.Report all Bear sightings to the local police, who will notify the WashingtonState Department of Fish and Wildlife. Call “911” to report the bear sighting!5
Estate PlanningThe next Estate Planning/Wills Clinic will be held in September, by appointment only. Thisis provided at no cost to Nooksack Tribal Members and spouses. Please call 360 592-4158 ext3354 and provide your name(s) and phone number to let us know you’re interested – we’ll call inAugust to set up your appointments.How to Submit News to the Snee-Nee-Chum NewsletterYou may submit news items or department updates for consideration toCharity Bernard at cbernard@nooksack-nsn.gov.Items for the September newsletter must be submitted by August 15th.Questions? Call Charity at (360) 592-5176 extension 3114.Welcome New Hires!JOBS JOBS JOBS JOBS JOBSDylan RobertsOn-call Youth Aide06/18/18Eliana PuenteYouth Aide06/18/18Suzanne JorgensenMedical Assistant07/09/18Amanda GladstoneHealth Custodian- Emergency Temp07/10/18Eric SimonsenSeasonal NR Specialist07/11/2018Jamilia GilbertSummer Youth Aide07/12/2018Jedadiah NicholsonHealth Custodian- Emergency Temp07/12/20186Apply for Nooksack IndianTribe Jobs ON-LINEVisit www.nooksacktribe.org and click on “Careers”to view current job openings, then view job of interest andclick on Apply. Complete the First Time Registration andthe application. This on-line application can be submitted24 hours a day. Once you have registered and completedthe application you will be able to use it for any futureposition you wish to apply for.You will need an email address to set-up your on-lineapplication. If you need assistance, please contact HumanResources at 360-592-5176.JOBS JOBS JOBS JOBS JOBS
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Snee-Nee-ChumP.O. Box 157Deming, WA 982442018 Holiday CalendarTribal Offices will be closed on the following days in 2018:August 31 – Council Selection September 3 – Labor Day September 24 – Governance DayOctober 9 – Coast Salish Day November 12 – Veterans Day November 22-23 – ThanksgivingDecember 24-28 – Christmas Closure / Administrative LeaveAdministrative ContactsTribal Council Office (360) 592-5164 Child Support (Director: Marilyn McLean) (360) 306-5090Enrollment Office (360) 592-0135Tribal Council Fax (360) 592-4506Education (Director: Donia Edwards)AdministrationAdministrative Office Main (360) 592-5176Administrative Fax (360) 592-2125Human Resources (Director: Suzanne Brownrigg) (360) 592-5176Emergency & Risk Management (360) 592-HELP (4357)Law Enforcement (Police Chief: Mike Ashby)Police Department (360) 592-9065Health Services (Director Lona Johnson)Medical Clinic Dental Clinic Medical Business Office Genesis II Office (Manager: Rick George) (360) 966-2106(360) 306-5151(360) 966-7704(360) 966-7704Behavioral Health (360) 966-2376Social Services (Director: Heidi Davis)Social Services Main (360) 592-0135Elders Office (360) 592-0100TANF-Deming (360) 592-3219TANF-Skagit (360) 848-1758GED Office Nooksack (360) 592-0135 ext 5124GED Office Skagit (360) 848-1758Domestic Violence Office (360) 592-5176DV Emergency Hotline (360) 592-4164Indian Child Welfare (Director: Katrice Rodriguez) (360) 306-509012Education Main Office (360) 966-2043Headstart-Deming (360) 592-0141Headstart-Everson (360) 966-0523Youth ProgramOffice (360) 966-2043Other ServicesTribal Court (360) 306-5125Tribal Court Fax (360) 306-5181Housing Office (Director: Serrano Cueva) (360) 592-5163Natural Resources (Director: Gary MacWilliams) (360) 592-5176Fishing and Shellfish Fisheries Hotline (360) 592-5140Cultural Resources (Director: George Swanaset, Jr.) (360) 306-5759Tribal Veterans Program (360) 592-5176Tribal Gaming (360) 592-5472Facilities & Maintenance(Director: Richard Edwards) (360) 592-0162Auto Shop (360) 306-5756Community Building (360) 966-9153North Intertribal VocationalRehabilitation Program (360) 592-5176 x1048Casino & Market CentreNooksack Northwood Casino (360) 734-5101Toll free (877) 777-9847Nooksack Market Centre (360) 592-5864
National Unity Conference in San Diego Submitted by Keith Lindsey, instructor In the early hours of July 5th, 12 Nooksack teens and three chaperones boarded a plane in Bellingham and took to the friendly skies. Their destination was sunny San Diego, California and the 42nd Annual United National Indian Tribal Youth Convention.
