“Even in thought, women are to be respected.”These sage words from Native activist and leader Tillie Black Bear of the Sicangu Lakota, known as the Grandmother of the Battered Women’s Movement, emphasize the deep reverence for women ingrained within Native American...
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Indian Boarding Schools: Orange Shirt Day
In 1973, just after turning six, Phyllis (Jack) Webstad cheerfully and carefully chose an orange shirt to wear on her first day at the Mission School near Dog Creek Indian Reserve in British Columbia, Canada. The shirt so perfectly embodied her feelings of excitement...
NHBP and EGLE Float the Kalamazoo River
Tribal Representatives Survey Impacted Area for Environmental, Cultural and Historical SignificanceThrough the years, NHBP Environmental staff have collaborated with local environmental organizations to monitor and protect waterways. Recently, our environmental staff...
Mnwajmowen {Good News} on The Rez
Mnwajmowen {Good News} From The Rez
*|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* Mnwajmowen {Good News} From The Rez Bozho! We at NHBP hope that, regardless of your vaccination status, you’re all staying safe and remembering the three W’s: wear your mask, watch your distance and wash your hands. Check out virtual events,...
Mnwajmowen {Good News} From The Rez
*|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* Mnwajmowen {Good News} From The Rez Upcoming Events 1. Hotel Tower II Grand Opening Aug. 12-14 A special VIP event for Tribal Members ONLY! • August 12: Tribal Elders + 1 guest Each Tribal Member can stay one night...
A Taste of NHBP: Coffee Chia Seed Pudding and Good News for Coffee Lovers
Coffee Chia Seed Pudding 1/2 cup cold brew coffee1/2 cup milk of choice1/4 cup chia seeds1 tsp stevia1 tsp vanilla extract Mix all ingredients together and place in an air tight container.Place in fridge for at least 6 hours or overnight.Top with fresh fruit or nut...
Mnwajmowen {Good News} From The Rez
*|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* Here's What's Happening! Bozho! We at NHBP hope you’re all staying cool as cucumbers in this mid-summer heat wave. Check out events, talking groups, classes and other information curated just for you! Upcoming Events 1. Kwe 2 Kwe...
Ecologic Fire and a Changing Climate
Written by NHBP Environmental Director John Rodwan Climates always change and the landscapes associated with them always adapt to those changes. Throughout history, some of these changes have been gradual, almost imperceptible in a single lifetime. Others have been...