1854 Treaty Authority News

Virginia, MN – KBFT 89.9FM Bois Forte Tribal Community Radio is proud to present the 2024 Mino Mashkiki (Good Medicine) Music Fest, a vibrant celebration of music and culture in observation of Native American Heritage Month. The event will take place on November 15th from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM at the Iron Trail Motors Event Center in Virginia, MN.

This year's festival boasts an impressive lineup of artists, promising an evening filled with diverse musical performances:

• Bobby V will kick off the night with original music from his new album "Storyline."
• Itz Lil Lee will bring a fresh new track "City Life" & feature his latest CD Bimadiziwin."
• War Bonnet will rock the stage with their latest release "Eagle's Eye."
• Special Guest Annie Humphrey will perform songs, speak and present to her powerful new project "Fire In The Village."
• Headliner Keith Secola, the legendary Native American music icon and Iron Range Award-winning artist, will close the night with his classic indigenous vibe, offering an engaging evening of song, insight, and community.

Event Details:

• Date: Friday, November 15, 2024
• Time: 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
• Location: Iron Trail Motors Event Center, Virginia, MN
• Admission: Free and Open to the Public
• Amenities: Light food and beverages will be provided until supplies last.

The Mino Mashkiki Music Fest is more than just a concert; it is a celebration of good medicine through music, fostering unity and cultural appreciation. This event highlights the rich musical heritage of the region and brings together diverse communities to share in the healing power of song and dance.

Sponsors: We extend our heartfelt thanks to our sponsors for their generous support:

• The Minnesota Legacy - Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
• The Virginia Human Rights Commission
• The Bois Forte Band of Chippewa

For more information, please contact:

George Strong, General Manager, KBFT 89.9FM @ 218.248.0167 or by email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

About KBFT 89.9FM Bois Forte Tribal Community Radio
KBFT 89.9FM is dedicated to serving the Bois Forte community by providing a platform for cultural expression, education, and entertainment. Through events like the Mino Mashkiki Music Fest, KBFT aims to promote cultural understanding and unity. 

Virginia, Minnesota - KBFT 89.9FM - Bois Forte Tribal Community Radio is delighted to announce the Misaabe Cultural Experience 2024, in celebration of Native American Heritage Month. This extraordinary event will take place at the Iron Trail Motors Event Center (ITMEC) and will feature cultural speakers, performers, and tribal programs from the Bois Forte Reservation.The Misaabe Cultural Experience 2024 is aimed at the general public, particularly those interested in learning more about Native American life from past to present. Topics will cover history, art, cultural practices, and lifestyles, offering a comprehensive and engaging exploration of Native American heritage. Special Presentations Include:

• James Vukelich: Renowned speaker on Native American history and culture
  • Wednesday 12:30pm ITMEC Ballroom
  • Wednesday 6:00pm ITMEC Ballroom
    
• The Woodland Sky Dance Company: Showcasing mesmerizing traditional and contemporary Native American dance.
  • Thursday 6pm ITMEC Ballroom
    
• Ogimawaab Sutherland: Esteemed cultural leader with insights into tribal practices and modern life
  • Wednesday & Thursday during day sessions

Registration is REQUIRED: https://forms.gle/xsr1xs7vrvdJ518K6  

Registration is REQUIRED: https://forms.gle/xsr1xs7vrvdJ518K6  

1854's Dagwaagin 2024 Newsletter is now available!

Fall harvest is upon us! Included in this issue you will find information on manoomin conditions and season dates. Hunting and trapping registration station locations, special youth deer hunt information, and numerous hunting-themed giveaways are within. Hunters: please consider participating in the Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) monitoring program and help us track the health of waawaashkeshiwag.

Test your knowledge on our conservation code, grow your Anishinaabemowin knowledge, and catch up on all the adventures the Education/Outreach Division had during niibin. Congrats to 9 new hunters as they take the field this fall with their firearm safety/hunter education certifications!

As always, if you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out.

Weweni,

- the 1854 Treaty Authority

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Although the Manoomin may not be very promising for the 2024 season, we are still monitoring most rice waters in the 1854 Ceded Territory to encourage folks to get out and harvest. Early season storms and flooding drown a lot of plants. Check 1854 Treaty Authority's Wild Rice Condition Updates for the latest!

SEASON DATES: August 15 (and when ripe) - October 30

HARVEST HOURS: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily

SPECIAL REGULATIONS: No waters are planned to be posted with opening harvest dates. If waters are selected for posting in 2023, notification will be on the 1854 Website, and signage will be placed at known access points. 

*Please do NOT harvest manoomin before it is fully ripe!

We didn't get a chance to introduce our Human Resource Generalist/Office Manager in the 2024 summer newsletter. However, we are elated to announce the newest staffer of the Administration Division - Elyse Lawrey! 

Boozhoo! My name is Elyse Lawrey, I am the HR Generalist/Office Manager here at 1854 Treaty Authority. I started working here on May 20^th so I am one of the new kids on the block. Originally from Chicago, I have lived most of my adult life in Duluth. I'm an enrolled member of the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. Graduating from the University of Minnesota-Duluth last month, I received my Masters of Tribal Administration and Governance. I received bachelor's degrees in American Indian Studies and English in 2013, also from UMD. Besides enjoying hiking (actually, just walking in the woods), I also enjoy fishing, camping and visiting historical places.

Applications for the 2024 Moose Hunt are now available. Applications are due by 4:30pm CST on August 9th, 2024. 

June 21              Applications available from the 1854 Treaty Authority

August 9            Applications due Lottery drawing held (if need be)

August 16          Letters mailed to successful and unsuccessful applicants

August 19          Permits, carcass tag, and hunt information mailed to the lead hunter of each successful application via certified mail

August 30          2024 Moose Season begins

September 15    The season will close for each band when the quota of 15 moose is met, or on December 31st, 2024, whichever is sooner

Call the 1854 Treaty Authority office: 218-722-8907, or reach Wildlife Biologist Morgan Swingen directly, 218-481-7010

1854's Niibin 2024 Newsletter is now available!

It features important reminders for those who continue their outdoor adventures. Taking care of those that take care of us means knowing and understanding beings such as ticks, invasive species (both on land and water), and fish parasites. 

2024 Hunting and Trapping seasons have been approved by the 1854 Board of Directors and are within. Most importantly, 2024 moose season applications will be available June 21st! 

Acknowledge the strength in leadership of the Anishinaabeg leaders at the time of treaty negotiations and diplomacy. Lastly, meet our seasonal staff who are bringing their skills to assist our Resource Management and Education/Outreach divisional work on the daily.

Daga, please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!

Weweni,

-the 1854 Treaty Authority

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The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is accepting MN GreenCorps member applications for the 2024-2025 program year!

Minnesota GreenCorps, an AmeriCorps program coordinated by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, is seeking motivated, service-minded individuals to improve the environment and strengthen communities throughout the state. MN GreenCorps members serve with government entities, non-profit organizations, and educational institutions to carry out service projects in areas of stormwater and forestry, energy conservation and green transportation, community readiness and outreach, and waste reduction and recycling.

Priority was given to host sites and projects that engage with, focus on, or serve environmental justice (EJ) areas per the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's EJ story map. In the 2024-2025 program year, over 85% of host sites are based in an EJ area or have an EJ focused initiative. Priority was also given to projects targeting new communities that have not recently received Minnesota GreenCorps assistance, and those that provide opportunities for broader community involvement.

MN GreenCorps is thrilled to be partnering with the following tribal nations and Native American non-profit organization for the 2024-2025 program year:

· Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa

· Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe

· Migizi Communications

In addition to receiving training, developing job skills, and gaining professional experience, members earn a living allowance of $1,150 (pre-tax) paid every two weeks, health insurance, student loan forbearance, and an education award of $7,395. Visit the MPCA's Minnesota GreenCorps webpage to learn more and apply by June 13! 

1854 will be holding a Firearm Safety/Hunter Education (FASHE) certification training in partnership with the Bois Forte Boys and Girls Clubs, August 13-15, 2024. This event is open to the community. The program will run as a day-camp (between 9-4pm), and will take place between the Nett Lake and Vermilion reservations.

Requirements

Any Bois Forte or Grand Portage enrollees, aged 12 to 15 years old must have a valid firearms safety certificate while hunting big or small game in the 1854 Ceded Territory.

The Superior National Forest has issued an update to the forest order for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) regarding bear safety. All food, food containers, and scented items must be stored safely to prevent human-bear interactions.

This order intends to prevent bear interactions by mandating Bear Aware behaviors. For more information, please refer to Forest Order 09-09-24-02.

These restrictions will apply to the BWCAW as designated by the following map between March 1 and November 30, effective April 19, 2024 through April 19, 2026. Attractants such as food must be suspended a minimum of 12 feet above the surface of the ground and 6 feet horizontally from the trunk of a tree or stored in an Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee certified bear-resistant container.

Attractants are any items with a strong odor that may attract bears or other wildlife, e.g. food, food containers, scented items (soap, lip balm, toothpaste) and refuse. Restrictions will apply to all BWCAW visitors unless they have written authorization that specifically exempts them from this order, or if they are carrying out official duties as a member of a rescue or firefighting team. Attractants do not need to be safely stored if they are in use or under close watch.