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About Smoke signals. (Grand Ronde, Or.) 19??-current | View Entire Issue (May 1, 1988)
PACE 2 COMMUNITY stable andor increasing, and a fairly extensive road system is planned for the area. The Hebo Ranger District may consider a road closure area in the future, but at this time, do not have any plans to do so. SPECIAL THANKS FROM FAMILY OF JOHN BRANDON The family of John Brandon takes this occasion to thank all the friends, relatives, Tribal Council and tribal staff who expressed their heartful sympathy in this time of our sorrow. A special thanks to all those who brought food, flowers, cards and donations. All are sincerely appreciated. Our sincere thanks to the Grand Ronde Tribal Ceme tery Committee. We are comforted in knowing our loved one is resting among his family and Indian people. PLAYERS WANTED FOR COMMU NITY CO-ED SOFTBALL TEAM The Tribe would like to sponsor a community co-ed Softball team. If you are interested in participating, call 879-5211 or drop in the Tribal Office and sign-up. Everyone is welcome to job the team. We will be setting up participation in games and tournaments. For further information, contact the Social Services Department at 879-521L , : HEBO RANGER DISTRICT DECIDES NOT TO PROCEED. WITH THREE RIVERS ROAD CLOSURE PROPOSAL The Hebo Ranger District of the Siuslaw National Forest has decided not to proceed with any further planning on the Three Rivers Basin road closure proposal. During a public comment period, 145 people expressed their opinions on the proposal. In total, 83 responses were opposed to the closure, 59 in favor and three were judged to be neutral. "This course of action is based on careful consideration of the input received from the public, as well as some practical considerations regarding the time and energy it would take to try and bring the opposing sides of the issue together," according to letter from District Ranger E.F. Oram. The Ranger District received 38 responses from mem bers of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde. Earlier in the year, members of the Tribal Council and Fish and Wildlife Committee attended an open house and met with Ranger District personnel about the proposal since the Three Rivers Basin lies within the Task Management Unit and the road closures could affect tribal hunting privileges, especially for elders who rely on the area for subsistence hunting. The Three Rivers Basin area was being considered because it is a popular hunting area, elk numbers area WHITE BUFFALO TRADING POST IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS White Buffalo Trading Post is owned and operated by tribal member, Joann McClary. Inventory will include: all types of beads, buckskins, pipes, drums, breastplates, bead work and more. The White Buffalo Trading Post is located at the home of Joann McClary, 28480 McPherson Rd., Grand Ronde, Oregon. This is a freelance business because Joann works a full time job. If you are interested in looking, or buying any materials, please contact Joann at 879-5444 after 5:00 p.m. SUMMER ENGINEERING INSTITUTE OFFERED FOR HIGH SCHOOL JRS. Portland State University is sponsoring a 5-day "hands on" introduction to engineering from August 1 through 5. The Minority Student Summer Institute gives high school juniors the opportunity to think and act like engineers by designing projects, writing reports and making presentations to each other. Last year, 22 students attend the Institute. The Institute is free to students; however, they must provide their own transportation to Portland. Host families will be avail able for out-of-town students. The deadline for applications is May 21. Interested students should contact David Hatch, 1120 S.W. Fifth Ave., Room 730, Portland, OR 97204, phone 796-5174. For more information on the program, contact Dean Azule TRIBAL STUDENTS NEEDED FOR SUMMER LEADERSHIP CONF. The Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board is seeking two tribal high school students to participate in the 2nd Annual Summer Youth Leadership Conference. This will be a intense, two week program designed around Indian treaty curriculum, college testing and recruitment, and health promotion and disease preven tion. Students will be introduced to a variety of topics to assist them in the quest to become Indian leaders. Students will meet and work closely with Northwest tribal leaders and elders on issues facing tribes today. Two days will be devoted to learning the legislative process with a visit to the state capitol. Mock tribal government sessions will be held and tribal council elected. Invited to attend will be 100 high school or GED students from the three state area of Oregon, Washing ton and Idaho. Two representatives from each of the 38 federally recognized tribes and 24 urban and other tribes will be selected based on community involvement, leadership potential, and grade in school (priority will be given to graduating seniors). Absolutely no drugs or alcohol will be allowed. Meals, lodging and travel expenses will be paid by the Portland Indian Health Board. If you are dedicated to improving the status of your tribe, and all Indian people in the future, contact Mary Ring at the Social Services Department for further information. The deadline to submit an application is May 27, 1988. It must include a letter of recommendation from a person in good standing in your community, such as a teacher, principal or tribal council member. WALKING PROGRAM INVITES TRIBAL MEMBERS TO PARTICIPATE You are invited to join us in a walking program starting May 2, 1988. Walkers will meet at the Tribal Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays. Call the Tribal Health Program for more information (879 5211). What you eat affects your health. Too much fat and cholesterol in your diet may be harmful to you. Tips for cutting back on the fat and cholesterol in your diet will be presented by Jean Charles-Azure (nutritionist at the Western Oregon Service Unit) at the tribal office at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 6th. If you have any questions, call Bonnie Martin at 879-5211. OREGON AMERICAN INDIAN WEEK -MAY15-21,1988 The week of May 15 - 21, 1988 has been designated as "OREGON AMERICAN INDIAN WEEK". In honor of the American Indian people of this state, Governor Neil Goldschmidt will sign the official proclamation on Tuesday, May 3, 1988. The ceremony will be held between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the Governor's Ceremonial Office on the second floor of the State Capital Building. 1 I Andi Childers gathers lots of egss during the Easter Egg hunt sponsored by the Women's Support Group.
