Chief Wolf Mother was invited to share a horse and buggy ride with Meg Stein on the back roads of Trappe, Maryland with Carey Miller and Raymond of Caper Lea Farms.
“Thank you for a fun time!” – Chief Wolf Mother
Autographed Sports Memorabilia Available for Bids!
On November 2, 2018 the NWBI will be holding a fund-raising event called Retribution for Florence. This event will include silent and live auctions, merchandise, raffles, door prizes, and much more.
You will be able to bid on autographed memorabilia from the Washington Capitals and the Washington Nationals. A hockey puck signed by Capitals #6 Michal Kempny, and a baseball signed by Nationals #47 Gio González. All memorabilia includes a Certificate of Authenticity.
See the more silent and live auction items here…
Queen-Sized Pendleton Blanket – “Chief Joseph”
Don’t miss your chance to bid on this incredibly beautiful Pendleton blanket, named “Chief Joseph.” This and several other items, including paintings, Native history books, and multiple gift certificates will be available for bids during our silent and live auctions to be held during our Retribution for Florence event on Friday, November 2, 2018.
See the photo album here…
Nanticoke River Jamboree
On Saturday, October 13, 2018. Councilwoman Eva “White Raven” Bartrum and Steve “Morning Crow” Abbott represented the Nause-Waiwash at the 2018 Nanticoke River Jamboree at Handsell.
“The day started out wet and the sun finally came through to bring a fabulous day. Four bald eagles greeted the guests and sent prayers to the Creator.”
See the full photo album here…
Meet Your New Council
“Thank you to everyone who came out to vote in the Nause-Waiwash Band of Indians tribal council elections! I realize it was a little bit of a struggle for some of you to come out in this inclement weather. I appreciate your support and dedication. Congratulations to all! I look forward to working with each of you in moving the tribe forward, and coming up with new fresh ideas for us to grow and prosper.”
– Chief Wolf Mother
Meet your new council:
Vice Chair: Jerry “Gentle Bear” Hughes
Secretary: Katie “Dancing Dove” Lipsius
Eva “White Raven” Bartrum
Brenda “Morning Marsh Woman” Holotik
Windsor “Walks With Out Sound” Meyer
Steve “Morning Crow” Abbott
Youth Advisor: Jesse “Running Arrow” Bartrum
Tribal Elections
Greetings Tribal Blood Members!
It’s time to cast your ballot. Tribal Council elections are upon us. Election dates are set for: Wednesday, October 10, 2018 and Thursday, October 11, 2018, 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. both days. Choose the date most convenient for you. The polling place is our meeting room at the Hyatt*. We strongly encourage all blood members over the age of 18 years to come cast their ballot. Only blood members can vote and only blood members can run in the election. You must show your membership card to vote. If you need a new card please contact the tribe office for a replacement at 410-228-0216 (leave message) or email me at wkdwrknmom@aol.com. Your Council is made up of seven members in which six are up for election. You can vote for one person or up to six people. It is extremely important to participate in this election. You will want to consider voting for those people who are willing to work hard for your tribe and continue moving us forward. We have made huge strides in the last few years; let’s keep the progress going.
Your Candidates are:
Katie “Dancing Dove” Lipsius
Steve “Morning Crow” Abbott
Windsor “Walks With Out Sound” Meyer
Eva “White Raven” Bartrum
Jerry “Gentle Bear” Hughes
Brenda “Morning Marsh Woman” Holotik
Casey Lipsius
Gary Marshall
For the Youth Advisor**: Jesse “Running Arrow” Bartrum
*Off of US Rt. 50, turn into the Hyatt. Cross over 3 wooden bridges. At the STOP sign, directly in front of you, slightly to the right you will see a blue awning. The blue awning is the “Employee Entrance.” Enter under the Blue awning. Polling room is the second door on the left across from the security desk.
** Youth Advisor is NOT included in your one to six picks
Exploring the Shore — 10/05/2018
On Friday, October 5, 2018, Chief Wolf Mother was invited to Chesapeake Christian School in Easton, MD to talk to the students in Mrs. Kari Farnell’s Exploring the Shore Class.
“Thank you to Principal Debbie Witter, Mrs. Kari Farnell and the students of Chesapeake Christian School’s “Exploring the Shore” class for inviting me to particpate in your class. I enjoyed spending the afternoon with you and appreciate your hospitality and kindness. I look forward to spending more time with you in the spring. Pleasant journeys to each of you.”
-Chief Donna Wolf Mother Abbott
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Happy Birthday Chief Wolf Mother
The Nause-Waiwash would like to extend our best birthday wishes to Chief Donna Wolf Mother Abbott. Thank you, Chief, for your dedication in pushing our tribe further into the future; all the while making sure that our past is not forgotten. Happy Birthday Chief Donna!
