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January 2-8, 2023

Gichimanidoo-Giizis (Great Spirit Moon)

Boozhoo and welcome to the Miisaninawiind weekly newsletter!


The Miisaniinawind brings you important news, announcements, and updates designed specifically for the Red Cliff community. But that's not all. The weekly eNewsletter will also provide news about neighboring tribes, communities, and broader issues across Indian Country that matter to you.


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Red Cliff News & Updates

Winter Storm Warning

Boozhoo Gaa-Miskwaabikaang - a winter storm is expected to impact the area this week beginning Tuesday afternoon through Thursday morning. The forecast calls for seven to eleven inches of wet heavy snow and strong winds.


If you must travel, please do so safely and prepare for potential delays. Depending on actual snow totals and wind impacts, some Tribal programs and services may be interrupted. Check our website and/or Facebook page for any service interruptions during the storm.


Reminder to check on your elders and neighbors!


Get storm updates from the US National Weather Service - Duluth station on Facebook or on their website.

Badger Box Giveaway set for January 12

The next Badger Box food giveaway is scheduled for Thursday January 12 at the Red Cliff Food Distribution program. The giveaway is scheduled to start around 10:00 AM.


This giveaway is open to everyone. Red Cliff Food Distribution is located at 88430 Pike Rd.


The boxes are expected to include:

apple cider; bagged apples; potatoes; onions; harvest butter; cheese; milk; eggs; pasta; pasta sauce; bread flour; pancake mix; maple syrup; italian herb seasoning mix; minced garlic; chocolate & cranberry granola; ground beef; bacon.


Please call Red Cliff Food Distribution with any questions at 715-779-3740.

Ojibwemowin Story Time at the Library

The next Ojibwemowin Story Time hosted by Ginanda Gikendaasomin Red Cliff Library is set for this Thursday January 5 at 5 PM!


The special guest this week is Auntie Sam, featuring the book "Why the Eagle Build Their Nest in the Tallest Trees" by Dr. Giniwgiizhig & Niizhobines.


Please contact the Library with any questions at 715-779-3766.

Elder Meal Calendar

Boozhoo Elders! Here is the meal schedule for this month. Please contact the Elderly Program with any questions at 715-779-3706.

Elders visit LCO Ojibwe University

A group of elders and the Elderly Driver Christie took a trip down to Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University in November for an elder Thanksgiving celebration.


Red Cliff Elders were able to visit with elders from other tribes and received gift bags. The gifts included tobacco grown by the LCOOU farm, sage, and other items. The meal was delicious and all enjoyed each others' company. Chi-Miigwech!


Stay tuned for more Elder trip opportunities in the future, or suggest a trip idea by calling 715-779-3706.

Wolf Management Plan Comment Period Extended

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has extended the public comment period for their draft wolf plan through the end of February 2023. Read the plan and submit a comment HERE.


The public review and comment period is a key opportunity for the public to share their thoughts on the proposed wolf management plan. The DNR will review and consider all feedback submitted during the review period while preparing the final draft of the proposed wolf management plan.


The draft management plan lays out a holistic approach to ensuring the state’s wolf population remains healthy and secure while balancing the diverse interests of the public.


The proposed plan was developed in consideration of many factors, including public input, consultations with Wisconsin's tribal nations, scientific literature reviews, a study on current public attitudes towards wolves and potential outcomes of various management decisions.


The draft plan aims to effectively balance the tradeoffs between three main objectives:

• Ensuring a healthy and sustainable wolf population to fulfill its ecological role.

• Addressing and reducing wolf-related conflicts.

• Providing multiple benefits associated with the wolf population, including hunting, trapping and sightseeing.


In addition, the draft plan details proposals to increase public understanding of wolves, identify important scientific research to be conducted and outline steps to ensure collaboration on science-based wolf management in Wisconsin.


More details about the plan’s objectives and metrics for evaluation are described in the implementation section of the management plan. The descriptions and metrics provided give a clearer understanding of the intent behind each objective, how the DNR plans to measure it and what conditions constitute satisfactory progress toward the objective.


What’s Staying The Same?

The draft plan provides that DNR staff will continue to monitor wolves each year and address wolf-related conflict (consistent with current law). The DNR will continue supporting and conducting scientific research and science-based decision-making. Collaboration with other agencies, tribal nations, stakeholder groups and the public on items of mutual importance remains a department priority.


What’s Changing?

The plan proposes several changes to align the DNR’s wolf management strategy with the current state of the wolf population, the available science and the perspectives of a diverse public, such as:

• Moving away from a single numeric population goal and instead using an adaptive management process focused on balancing the three main objectives (above).

• Reducing harvest registration times and issuing zone-specific wolf harvest permits to improve the department's ability to effectively meet harvest quotas.

• Adding mechanisms to address localized concerns, including wolf harvest concerns near tribal reservation boundaries and focused wolf harvest in areas with a history of wolf-livestock conflict.

• Revising wolf management zone boundaries to better reflect current wolf distribution and habitat.


The public is encouraged to review the updated plan in detail to learn more.

Public Hearing: Child Care Center Pre-Print Plan

Community members are invited to attend a public hearing regarding the Zhawenimikaang Child Care Center Pre-Print Plan on January 13 from 1-3 PM.


The Zhawenimikaang Child Care Center is located at 37495 Water Tower Rd in Red Cliff.


Please contact Jenn Leask or Jennifer Meierotto with any questions at:

715-779-5030

715-779-3072 ext 2600

Women's Sobriety Support Group to meet weekly

The Noojimo'iwewin Center' Women's Sobriety Support Group will begin Saturday January 7. The group will meet weekly every Saturday.


The Noojimo'iwewin Center is located on Watertower Rd in Red Cliff.


Please contact Noojimo'iwewin Center staff with any questions at 715-779-3508.

Biboon Gabeshiwin set for February

Howah! The Red Cliff Tribal Historic Preservation Office has announced its Biboon Gabeshiwin (winter camp) will be held Namebini giizis (February) 20-26, 2023. Mark your calendars and save the dates. Biboon Gabeshiwin is open to all.


Biboon Gabeshiwin features outdoor and indoor activities, such as ice fishing, sled dogs, snow snake, wolf/animal telemetry, snowshoeing, asemaa teachings, storytelling, and much more! Stay tuned for more details.


Please contact the Red Cliff Tribal Historic Preservation Office with any questions at 715-779-3761.

Red Cliff Regalia Fashion Show

Gaa-Miskwaabikaang community dancers are invited to attend a fashion show and feast on January 25, 2023 at Legendary Waters! All dancers regardless of age are invited. Categories include Traditional, Woodland, Jingle Dress, and Fancy.


A meal is scheduled for 5 PM, with an opening ceremony and fashion show at 6 PM.


Please send your name, age, address, phone number, and category to Jim Pete at guyaushk2022@yahoo.com by January 20.


Stay tuned for more details.

TNR Fishing Tug open for bids

The Red Cliff Treaty Natural Resources Department is seeking bids on a 32.5 foot steel fishing tug, with a minimum bid of $100,000. The buyer will be responsible for transport.


Click HERE to view all details.


Bids must be received by 4:00 PM on Friday January 6, 2023. Arrangements to view the vessel prior to placing a bid can be made by contacting the Treaty Natural Resources Department at 715-779-3750.

Are you a tribal member-owned business interested in having your business included in our Business Directory? Click HERE.
Health & Wellness
Harm Reduction - Keep our Community "SAFE"
Saving lives from HIV and Hepatitis C requires aggressive strategies to reach people at high risk. The purpose of the Red Cliff SAFE Program is to help reduce harm from risky behaviors.

The SAFE Program is operated out of the Red Cliff Community Health Center. This program is available to all members of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa as well as surrounding communities. Individuals can access clean syringes, sharps containers, sterile water, antibiotic cream, alcohol wipes, and condoms. By improving access to these materials, we help people who inject heroin, meth, and other drugs to reduce their risk of contracting HIV and Hepatitis C.

In addition, the Red Cliff Community Health Center now offers Narcan. Narcan is for the emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose. When you come in for our needle exchange, you can request a dose(s) of Narcan at no charge to you.

If you or a loved one are at risk for HIV or Hepatitis C, we will never judge you or your behaviors. You can access the services by simply stopping at the health center reception and asking for the SAFE Program. The services are provided within the health center setting and are completely confidential.

The goal is to expand sites within the next year. The current services are available Monday – Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm except holidays. You can get more information by calling (715) 779-3707.
For other Health Center information or general questions call: 715-779-3707 or Email  RCHealthCenter@redcliffhealth.org

Click HERE to visit the Red Cliff Community Health Center website.

Click HERE for COVID-19 Updates and Resources.

Family & Human Services

FoodWise Newsletter January 2023

FoodWIse Nutrition has released its January 2023 newsletter!


FoodWIse is federally funded statewide by the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Education (SNAP-Ed) and the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP). FoodWIse advances healthy eating habits, active lifestyles and healthy community environments for Wisconsin residents with limited incomes through nutrition education at the individual, community and systems levels.


Click HERE to view the full January 2023 FoodWIse newsletter.

Education

ECC Second Step Curriculum Week 13

Boozhoo families with the Red Cliff Early Childhood Center! Week 13 of the Second Step Curriculum will introduce your children to managing emotions. Teachers will be implementing this curriculum and families will also receive these exercises to continue practicing at home.


Contact the ECC with any questions at 715-779-5030.

Bayfield School District Updates
Find Athletic Schedules and School Events on their Calendar.

You can view the school's news and updates on their website:

You can also find updates on the
Bayfield School District Facebook page.
Access Scholarship Opportunities

The Red Cliff Education Department is offering additional financial support for those who have already applied for the Higher Education and Job Training Program.


Click HERE to learn more and access an application.

Red Cliff Community Members have access to a variety of scholarships.
Click HERE to visit the Education Department's Scholarships page.
Boys and Girls Club of Gitchigami

Housing Authority

Apply for Housing Openings and Housing Assistance

Red Cliff Chippewa Housing Authority is accepting applications for housing and housing assistance!


RCCHA provides clean, safe, adequate, and affordable housing for qualified families and elders.


Housing options to apply for include low rent, 6-plex, 4-plex, Elderly, Tax Credit, Tax Credit Rehab.


Oski-Ombendaam New Hope Supportive Housing

The Oski-Ombendaam New Hope housing contains efficiency, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom units. The goal of New Hope housing is to provide supportive services to those individuals and families while providing clean, safe, adequate, and affordable housing.


Click HERE to access an application for Housing Assistance.

Click HERE to access an application for New Hope Housing Assistance.

Services Offered at New Hope
The RCCHA ROSS Resource program, RCHC Behavioral Health and NWCEP, DWD/DVR, GLITC VRNA Staffs would like to announce the satellite service office for wrap around programs is now open at New Hope main building.

Please come check us out. We have Vocational, Employment, Mental health and Substance abuse services offered.

See below flyer with the specific days and hours currently offered.
Residential Resource Coordinator
Available For Housing Tenants

Red Cliff Chippewa Housing Authority tenants have access to a Residential Resource Coordinator. The coordinator will help tenants get connected with various resources.


This service is available to Housing tenants Monday through Friday at New Hope Building A, at 37580 Pageant Road.


Please call 715-779-3744 extension 3514 with any questions.

Treaty Natural Resources

Red Cliff Fish Company

Legendary Waters Resort & Casino

Click HERE to order online!

News Across Indian Country

Portage County Cultural Festival

Invitation to artists and craftspeople to demonstrate cultural traditions


The 28th Portage County Cultural Festival (PCCF) is scheduled for Saturday, May 13, 2023, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at The Stevens Point Area Senior High (SPASH), 1201 North Point Drive, Stevens Point, Wisconsin. In past years, this event, which is free to the public, has attracted as many as 14,000 people of all ages and cultural backgrounds to sample food, music, folk dances, crafts, and games from around the world and here in Wisconsin.


The Portage County Cultural Festival (PCCF) is a community initiative celebrating Central Wisconsin’s rich cultural heritage. It began in 1992 and brings together area residents to showcase their cultures and learn about multiculturalism in a fun and festive environment. Dubbed; ”a landmark event for the community run completely by volunteers” by the Portage County Gazette, the PCCF brings together people of all ages from Central Wisconsin and beyond for a day of celebration and enjoyment of each other’s cultures. More information about the Portage County Cultural Festival can be found at the festival website, http://www.portagecountyculturalfestival.org/.  


We are seeking members of ethnic/cultural groups to demonstrate a traditional art, craft, or other cultural activity. Demonstrators are expected to share information about their cultures and are welcome to bring examples of their art for sale if they wish, although this is not required. Participants are expected to comply with all applicable copyright and trademark laws.


Thanks to the generosity of donors to the PCCF, there are limited funds available to offset travel expenses for demonstrators. 


Those interested in participating as demonstrators should send a request for an application form as soon as possible to PCCF, P. O. 739, Stevens Point, WI 54481 or via email to pccf92@gmail.com. When you receive the form, please read the information on application, policies, and expectations of demonstrators carefully. To ensure mutual understanding, applicants are asked to sign or initial on the space provided on the completed application form before submitting it to PCCF, P. O. 739, Stevens Point, WI 54481 or via email to pccf92@gmail.com by February 15, 2023.



Anyone with interest in participating in other aspects of the festival (vendors, dancers, musicians, native language speakers) can express this interest by contacting the PCCF organizers at pccf92@gmail.com.

Call to Artists: Eiteljorg Museum Indian Market and Festival

The Eiteljorg Museum Indian Market & Festival is scheduled for June 24-25, 2023. Artists can apply to be featured!


Learn more and apply online HERE.

NATOW announces Arts Festival

Greetings! We have exciting news! Native American Tourism of Wisconsin will be hosting the Native Wisconsin Arts Festival in June 2023 at the Menominee Nation Casino Resort/Powwow Grounds. Our goal is to raise $75,000 in support of NATOW’s tourism initiatives throughout the state.

 

But we can’t meet this goal without your help.

Below are the details for this year’s sponsorship levels:

  1. $5,000 - Bear Level: Your company name and logo on our event signage; Your company/org name on our Golf Tournament Signage; Listed as event sponsor in all PR, marketing and outreach for the conference; Your logo on event T-shirt; Complimentary 1-year Associate Membership; 2 Conference Registrations; VIP Reception.
  2. $2,000 - Eagle Level: Your company name and logo on our event signage; Your logo on event T-shirt; Complimentary 1-year Associate Membership; 1 Conference Registration; VIP Reception; Listed as an even sponsor on social media and website.
  3. $1,000 - Wolf Level: Your company name and logo on our event signage; Complimentary 1-year Associate Membership; Your logo on event t-shirt; VIP reception.
  4. $500 - Manoomin Level: Logo on event T-shirt; Complimentary 1-year Associate Membership; VIP Reception.
  5. $150 - Booth Spaces for vendors.


If your organization would like to participate in this year’s event as a sponsor, please contact us to donate or for more information. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Respectfully,

 

Suzette Brewer

Executive Director

Ph: 715-861-1212

Email: director@natow.org

Contact Us
Red Cliff Tribal Administration Office 
88455 Pike Road 
Bayfield, Wi. 54814 
715-779-3700