Smoke Signals
October 1990
page 15
EDUCATION
Celebrating Healthy Lifestyles
1990 Summer Youth Encampment held
July 30-August 3, 1990
The 1990 summer youth encampment presented by the
Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Indians, was
held July 30 through August 3, 1990 at Chemawa Indian
High School.
During the week of the encampment Indian students
from all over Oregon participated in workshops and
recreational activities. Topics of workshops that were
highlighted during the week included Family Math and
Family Science, Alcohol and Drug prevention informa
tion, self esteem and motivation, as well as workshops
that offered valuable information on the Indian culture
and heritage. Other activities included a fun run, a
modern dance, Pow-Wow, and a talent show.
A positive result from the camp was that a Tribal
Youth council was formed. Students nominated and
voted for their peers to represent them on a council of
represented Tribes. Four officers were elected in the
positions of Chairman, Quinn Herrera; Vice-Chair,
Desiree Allen; Secretary, Janet Jim; and Sargent of
Arms, Tim Mooney. Mr. Quinn Herrera is from the
Klamath Tribe, Ms. Janet Jim represents the Umatilla
Tribe, and Mr. Tim Mooney and Ms. Desiree Allen both
are enrolled members of the Grand Ronde Tribe.
These students did a very good job of representing their
peers during the week, presenters and staff from the
conference are very proud of these students. During the
week the Youth Council formed a resolution for Indian
Youth across the state.
The overall evaluation results from the camp was rated
very good by the conference participants. Ratings were
based on presentation skills and knowledge of workshop
topics. The majority of the conference participants
stated their knowledge on the workshop topics had
increased. 137 youth attended the conference and 53
adults served as chaperons, camp staff andor present
ers. Overall evaluations demonstrated an increased
awareness on the topics presented and expressed delight
in the overall workshops and activities.
Resolution
1990 Celebrating Healthy Lifestyles
Youth Encampment
We the youth of the 1990 Indian Youth Encampment
held at Chemawa Indian School. The Indian Youth of
Oregon are the future of the Indian nation of tomorrow
we stand together in declaring that we will lead healthy
lifestyles, free from alcohol and drugs and
Whereas, we the Oregon Indian Youth Leadership will
advocate and encourage our fellow youth to lead healthy
lifestyles, and Whereas, we the Indian Youth of Oregon
will respect our elders and be as role models to our
younger Indian Youth.
Whereas, we think that a problem with the youth in my
area is really not a bad one, but one to be dealt with is
the attendance of school that they attend, we can see a
lack of enthusiasm on the part of the youth, we also see
a lack of respect for elders on some occasions. We think
this is due to lack of knowledge on their heritage. Wc
think that camps like this are what the youth in my area
need.
Whereas, if only we can get the people motivated in
wanting to get these new facilities approved. We feel
that we can do it, but someone needs to stand up and
say something, we would like to try and promote this, so
that our people will have a different alternative besides
alcohol and drugs, we feel that this will get parents and
children involved in our community.
Whereas, we believe on our reservation that there is
lack of parentchild involvement in doings in and for
their community. Everyday we can see neglect of our
reservation, garbage thrown around, unkept yards, and
some not taking care of their own homes. It would be a
great idea to try and get the people to help clean up our
reservation.
Whereas, in the community the people overlook in
trying to take pride in where we arc from, so they really
do not see any alternative in trying to make themselves
feel good, besides turning to alcohol or drugs for
entertainment and enjoyment.
Whereas, on our reservation some are trying to get
approved to build an athletic club, running track, R.V.
park, and improvement of softball fields.
Now, therefore be it resolved that the 1990 Indian
Youth Encampment strongly recommend that the NW
Tribes receive and support our resolutions and provide
the Indian Youth a stronger voice in Tribal Government.
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