Miisaninawiind May 30-June 5, 2022

Odemiini-Giizis (Strawbery Moon)

Starting Monday June 6, the Tribal Historic Preservation Department will host a weekly language table every Monday from 5:30-7:00 PM. This is open to all, and the sessions will be oriented towards adult learners.* 

The THPO building is located at the pow wow grounds, 36750 Hwy 13 in Gaa-Miskwaabikaang. Please contact THPO with any questions at 715-779-3761 ext 4802.

*The other language table that is held at the Boys & Girls Club is oriented towards youth learners. See the Boys & Girls Club section further below in this newsletter for more details about the youth language table.

Anishinaabemowein Gabeshiwin (Language Camp)

The Tribal Historic Preservation Department has announced dates for this year's Anishinaabemowin Gabeshiwin (Language Camp)! Activities and learning opportunities will take place July 5-8 at Raspberry Campgrounds.

Activities will include makizinan (moccasin) making, anishinaabe language learning, traditional cooking, films, and much more!

Stay tuned for more details. Please contact the Tribal Historic Preservation Department with any questions at 715-779-3761.

The Giwiidosendimin Project Launch Program sponsored a DONA International Birth Doula Workshop with Dr. Erin Tenney from Good Birth LLC at Legendary Waters on May 9. We want to say Miigwech to the Kwewag near and far who participated in this weeklong workshop. Mino-bimaadiziwin (the good life).

Special Miigwech to Penny Charette for sharing her own Indigenous Doula journey and expertise with us. Jen Torborg, who is a licensed physical therapist joined us for a half day to share her passion for pelvic floor therapy and how this contributes to birth.

At the Zaagichigaazowin Home Visiting Program our Doulas can provide a family focused and culturally based journey for your birthing and parenting journey.

The birth of each baby has a long-lasting impact on the physical and mental health of the mother, baby, and family.

The Role of the Doula provides continuous emotional and physical support during labor. They give evidence-based information and provide resources to make informed choices. A Doula offers comfort measures like massage, they suggest helpful positions and breathing techniques.

Here are some other things a Doula can bring to your birthing and parenting experience.

« Assisting in developing birth preferences and making important arrangements for your labor, delivery and postpartum.

« Provides close attention throughout labor, delivery and postpartum.

« Assists in connecting you with resources and community support programs.

« Fostering relationships between parents and infants

This is just a brief glimpse of the wonderful work a Doula can bring to your birthing journey. Remember, a Doula is not a Midwife or a Doctor so they cannot offer medical advice.

When women receive the continuous emotional support and physical comfort throughout childbirth, their obstetric outcomes may improve.

For more information, please contact Amanda Peterson-Teschner (Home Visitor/Doula) 715-779-3072 ext. 2605 or Shaleena Montano (Program Manager) 715-779-3072 ext.2602.

Bad River Tribal Member Michael Hanold has graduated from the WI Law Enforcement Academy and has returned to work for the Red Cliff Police Department. Hanold had previously been a Minnesota law enforcement officer and worked briefly for Red Cliff before going to the 20-week academy.

Hanold joins the RCPD shortly after Jess Hall began their tenure as Police Chief. The department is taking proactive steps to change how it interacts and builds relationships with community members.

Great job Officer Hanold!

Boozhoo Gaa-Miskwaabikaang! Red Cliff is embarking on a master plan for the Highway 13 commercial corridor and would like your input. We want to preserve what you love about the community and fix what we can.

PROJECT BACKGROUND

A market analysis was conducted in the fall of 2021 revealing the need for a new convenience and gas station with ample retail space. Five sites along the Highway 13 corridor were studied for commercial development.

Click HERE to view potential plans and provide your feedback.

Having trouble with the website but still want to provide your feedback? Call or email 218-279-2429 or heidi.bringman@lhbcorp.com

Red Cliff Tribal Members will have the opportunity to vote for two At-Large Council Member positions this July. The deadline to declare your candidacy is June 20. Submit your candidacy or direct any questions to secretary@redcliff-nsn.gov.

View all election details at www.redcliff-nsn.gov/election.

Please take our survey at the link below!

The mission of the Apostle Islands Area Community Foundation (serving the needs of Bayfield, LaPointe, and Red Cliff) and the Chequamegon Bay Area Community Foundation (serving the needs of Ashland, Washburn, and Bad River) is to cultivate private giving for the public good.

To better address the needs of the community, the AICB Community Foundation would like YOUR input on how we can better serve the community.

This survey takes about 10 minutes to complete and will play an important part in our strategic planning and grant-making activities. Your responses remain confidential. Thank you for your input!

Click HERE to take the survey.

The Great Lakes Indian Fish & Wildlife Commission has announced this year's Mikwendaagoziwag Sandy Lake Memorial Annual Ceremony is scheduled for July 27 at the Memorial, located at the Army Corps of Engineers Sandy Lake Recreational Area near McGregor, Minnesota.

A morning ceremony will begin at 9 AM at the Savanna Portage State Park Boat landing on the east side of Sandy Lake. After the ceremony, the group will canoe across the lake to the Sandy Lake Recreation Area.

If you plan to attend and wish to cross the lake, please bring your own canoe. Another ceremony and feast will begin at approximately 11:30 after arriving at the Mikwendaagoziwag Memorial.

Please contact GLIFWC for more information at 715-682-6619.

Tribal Departments host community events throughout each week!

Library, Youth, Behavioral Health, Government, Experiential Learning, Traditional Crafts, and more! View the events calendar to access details for all scheduled events.

Events are always being added -- check the events calendar regularly!

Click HERE to access your own self-care checklist.

FoodWIse Nutrition has released its June 2022 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 June 2022 FoodWIse newsletter.

Hello my name is Dayton Washeleski and I was recently hired as one of the youth workers up at the Red Cliff Boys and Girls Club.

I spent a lot of time here in my youth so I'm very excited to help mentor and guide the youth toward their individual successes.

Boozhoo Club Members, we've got more great summer programming starting this June! Howah! See flyers for these new program dates and details. Also, see the entire June Program Guide to learn more about all the activities listed on our June calendar.

My name is Paige Sutton, a Fisheries Technician at the Hatchery. I'm excited to start working for the Red Cliff Band and to make new connections within the community.

Originally, I am from Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, but I have spent the last few years living in Marquette, MI going to Northern Michigan University. Most of my free time is spent outdoors hiking around, camping, snowboarding, or fishing. Typically, I am joined by my four-legged adventure buddy Stella.

We are seeking a community member to join the Red Cliff Chippewa Housing Authority Board. Meetings are held once a month and serve to improve housing conditions for community members. Contact us to apply! 715-779-3744.

From Friends of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore

Last week the National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation, Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians, and the National Park Service hosted leaders from parks and park partners. Friends of the Apostle Islands was proud to be a part of this visionary group working together to plan a future of support and protection for the parks we love. Join us and let's create a better tomorrow for parks, together.

Read more HERE.