0 VOL. 18 NO. 13 Coyote news in brief Graduates honored Graduates were honored June 17 with special gifts and recognition Page 2 Indian Language classes showing success Computers, a conference In Hawaii and more class sessions. are creating excitement in the Culture and Heritage sponsored Indian Language Program. . Page 2 Spruce budworm SDravlna continues A biological insecticide is being used in warm Springs forests to control infestation of the western spruce budworm and the Douglas fir tussock moth. Page 3 Work continues on Metolius Plan Government agencies including the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the U.S. Forest Service along with the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs continue data collection and planning for management of the Metolius River. Page 3 Protect rural homes from wildfire danger Homes nestled in the trees may be exposed to the threat of wildfires. Make efforts to protect homes and buildings. Page 3 Pl-Ume-Sha run Includes 2.5 mile and 1 0K routes New flat course will draw runners to the 13th Annual Pi-Ume-Sha Run. The course begins at the Community Center Parking lot, 8:00 a.m on June 26. Page 6 Control carpenter ants Structural damage of homes can result from carpenter ant infestations, contact competent pest control operators to eliminate the insects. ' Page 7 Deadline for the next Issue of Spilyay Tymoo Is July 2, 1993 News li Nissho Iwai -i n ' w '(U . .V The visitors tried their hand at the Stick Games. The lady's team won the "tournament". At the invitation of Warm Springs Forest Products Industries, representatives of Nissho Iwai, to whom Warm Springs exports most of its highly valuable timber, and several of their Japanese business associates came to the reservation for a look-see. Purpose of the trip was to better familiarize themselves with their American business partners. While here, the entourage toured Warm Springs Power Enterprises, Warm Springs Composite Products, Warm Springs Forest Products Industries, The Museum at Warm Springs and the woods. WSFPI hosted a barbecue and a dinner at Kah-Nee-Ta so the visitors could meet with several of the current WSFPI management staff and members of Tribal Council and administration staff. July 16-18 at Kah-Nee-Ta.... Community building workshop scheduled The American Indian Association, in association with the IF WE TRY (Indian Families Working Effectively Together to Reach Youth) project will present a community building workshop July 16 through 18 at Kah- Nee-Ta. The three-day event will be preceded, on July 15, by a one-day educational summit for moderators. Presenting information will be We are the Building Blocks We are the Building July 16-18, Artwork created cooperatively between oil At 1 from the Warm Springs Indian Reservation P.O. BOX 870, WARM SPRINGS, OR 97761 representatives, business associates visit reservation Howard Rainer, Jeri Brunoe and oth ers involved with strengthening families in the Warm Springs and Portland areas. IF WE TRY project was estab lished to identify creative options for improving Indian student perfor mance by working with Indian fami lies in a holistic and culturally sensi tive way through the school and so- Blocks Conference 1993 students from Warm Springs and P.O. lax S70 Warm Springs OR 97761 Address Correction Requested vm Tymoo 1 it 1 i 'v "; - I MembenoftheVnityDanceGroupperfomedfortheJapaneseguests.Aninterpreterwasusedsoallcouldunderstand the cultural presentations. cial service providers. The IF WE TRY project will seek to enhance the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being of families and their youth as a means to increase positive education outcomes. IF WE TRY is a collaborative effort among the American Indian Association of Portland, Portland Public Schools, Jefferson County School District, Title V Indian Edu cation of Portland and Jefferson County and is funded by the US De partment of Education, office of In dian Education. The "We Are The Building Blocks" conference will focus on developing a holistic family curricu lum through offering workshops and presentations that focus on the men tal, physical, spiritual and emotional health of our families. Strategies will be developed for increasing support to Indian families to ensure their children's success. Conference organizers will use innovative approaches for keeping Indian students in school and help ing them achieve their personal life goals. Integrating school and social service-related activities with family support will contribute to the success of self, families and community in both an urban and rescrvauon setting. Pre-registration deadline is July 9, with on-site registration S 1 5 higher. Conference fees are S50 per student; $63 per adult and $125 for families (up to five, with each additional per son $50). Fees include workshops, a lunch and banquet Limited scholar ships available on request. To register contact IF WE TRY, American Indian Association of Portland, 1827 NE 44ih Ave., Suite 225, Portland, OR 97213. For more information contact the office at (503) 249-0296. 000645 SERIALS SECTION U OF 0 LIBRARY EUGENE, OR 97403 i J i T r vVv ' -v . SI -i '. . n V F,f if y, Tribute to Treaty of 1855 set The Museum at Warm Springs presents tributes to the "Treaty be tween the United States and Con federated Tribes and Bands of Indi ans in Middle Oregon, June 25, 1855 ratified April 18, 1859." June 26, 1993, 9:30 a.m. the Miss Warm Springs Queens meet at The Museum for taking pictures and to honor the Tribal Treaty. Museum visitors and dignitaries will greet and welcome the 1955 Warm Springs Tribal Treaty Cen tennial Court, Evaline Patt, Nina Rowe, Elaine Clements, Kathleen Foltz. And the Miss Warm Springs Queens of: 1969, Pebbles Smith; 1976, Sarah Greene; 1978, Jackie Estimo; 1983, Lenora Starr Doney; 1985, Elfrcda Mitchell; 1986, Lana Shikc; 1987, Sara Scott Morning Owl; 1988, Bridget! KalamaCulpus; 1991, Nicole Yaw; and Miss Warm Springs 1992-93, Merle Kirk. 9:30 a.m. - 9:55 a.m. photo poses at The Museum front rockery water. 10:00 a.m. The Museum opens. Queens go to the Treaty Exhibit where Picrson Mitchell will do in vocation. Welcome presentation by Board President, Dclbcrt Frank, Sr. Introductions by Museum Director, Career Options offered to local youth The Agency Longhouse will be the site of the "Career Options For Youth" workshop Friday, June 25 beginning at 8 a.m. Present will be recruiters from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marincsand Coast Guard they will offer information on opportuni ties, education benefits and training opportunities to interested commu nity youth. Registration and a continental breakfast will kick off the day'sevents at 8 a.m. to be followed by the pre sentations at 9 a.m. A physical challenge will be held at the new park at 1 1 a.m. The event will con U.S. Postage Bulk Rat Permit No. 2 Warm Springs OR 97761 i yL ........ H JUNE 25, 1993 J Michael Hammond. Queen's com memoration reading of the treaty and Queens receiving line meet guests, shake hands in the lobby. Queen 's entourage joins Pi-Ume-Sha Paradcrs at Celebration area. Queens introduced by Pi-Umc-Sha Committee, Treaty Tributes by Pi-Ume-Sha Committee. For information call: 553-3331, Jeanne Thomas, Museum Education & Tours. Craft Fair to be held During Fourth of July Weekend the Warm Springs Museum will have an Indian Crafts Fair on July 3, 4 & 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Contact Jeanne Thomas at (503) 553-3331 for details and arrangements to get a tabic reserved. Especially looking for items typi cal of Warm Springs Tribes. During Memorial Day weekend the museum parking lot was filled with crowds of visitors. This is a good opportunity for crafts. clude with a pizza feast at 1 1 :30a.m., also at the new park. For pre-registration, call 553 3205. July 4 FIREWORKS 9:30 p.m. Presented by: Pyro Presentations Sponsored by: Tribal Council i Portland.