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the first foods that we found when we were first introduced to this area," said Provost. "I'm just so proud of Grand Ronde for keeping tradition alive, and glad that my children can be part of it," said Tribal member Sarah Ross, whose whole family attended. "We live this. It's part of our daily life." Tribal Elder Julie Duncan, who came with her husband, Bob, said that this was her second First Foods Celebration. "I come to meet other people and listen to them." She was a little surprised …

Policy Council and Deputy Executive director of Home Forward, formerly the Housing Authority of Portland. Her interest in Native food ways came up during Native conferences she has attended. "What I find really inspirational is how they are weaving historical culture into modern-day politics and programs," said Yap. "The way they keep it a powerful component. It's an inspiration for a lot of people." Barmon is a first-term Food Policy Council member and co-owner of Fiddlehead Landscapes, which …

horses and assorted lady bugs finally took their toll around noon on the second day. It had been cold all morning and nobody saw it coming. "And here, I thought I'd be the one having the jitters," said Hollie. "We have to let her know that there's no wrong way to do it," said director Chanda, heading over to the swing set to give that exact message to Hattie. Hattie's older brothers, Tribal members Kalim, 14, and Nick Larsen, 11, pushed her and baby sister and Tribal member Gracie, 3 …

of people went to Sam's classes," said Holmes. "She gained a lot of respect over the years." Among Tribal members, maybe none take as much pride in her efforts than her family. "We were just really proud that the association offered this mentorship award," said Henny's daughter, Sarah Harvey. "It was very touching. My mom was very passionate about the mentorship in the Indian communities and now they're going to live on in her name. "I saw my mother as a pioneer. She did some very innovative …

and care of trees," said Michael Wilson, Natural Resources Department manager. The department also took the opportunity to mount an education offensive of its own, with posters showing successful environmental projects coming from Tribal employees. "For many of them, this was their first opportunity to encounter a Native American Tribe," Wilson said, "and I think they were impressed." The department, he added, also selected the spot for the trees and provided the trees that were planted …

to use their gas money wisely." Dugger said 2013 is looking a lot like 2012. "There is nobody out there projecting a significant uptick in economic activity between now and then," he said. To combat the still sluggish Oregon economy, he said that keeping casino expenses in check in 2013 will be a high priority. "I think we have done a good job of keeping our expenses in check," Dugger said. "That doesn't mean we can't do a better job and certainly one of my goals for 2013 is to make a significant …

came across every obstacle I think you can come across when carving a canoe," Krehbiel said, from heart rot to bug holes. The carvers went back to pictures of river-going canoes from the area, but the question still remained, "Where is this style of canoe going to start and stop at?" he said. "It kind of looks like this, but what's that part and where is it from?" With carvers like Tribal Elder Robert Watson, "one of the most dedicated carvers," Krehbiel said, "there were lots of ideas we …

throughout their youth. "Wish I was 45 years younger," said Lyon during the show, thinking about riding again. He rode horses, he said, from the time he was 3. "Wish I was 60 years younger," said Langley. Spirit Mountain Stampede results Bareback Broncs 1 - Evan Miller 2 - Tony Buckman 3 - Nick Gutzwiler Saddle Broncs 1 - Mark Gage 2 - Jacob Stacy 3 - Charlie Barker Bull Riding 1 - Andy Crozier 2 - Klay Lanham 3 - Josh Dollins Calf Roping 1 - Jason Minor 2 (tie) - Jordan Weaver and Kurtis Barry …

); (School) Credit Recovery Program (Grades 9-12); Student Youth Employment (Grades 9-12); Tribal Canoe Journey; And Chinuk Family Retreat. All are first-come, first-served, and the Nike and Culinary camps also have a competitive application process through which Youth Ed staff will select participants. Contact Youth Ed in person or call with questions at 503-879-2101, but the sooner the better. Classes not already filled are doing so quickly. "I want to emphasize," said Barry, "we have great …

to assist with, the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde wants to step up and do what we can to help. This contribution will not only assist the Tribe, but it certainly will help the economy of Oregon as well. "We're very pleased we are able to partner with the local governments, county government, state of Oregon and all of the interested citizens. This is a wonderful effort to get behind and make sure we are a part of it." "I think the Tribe always has to jump at opportunities to be a good partner …