The Department of Natural Resources – Lands Division (Division) seeks voluntary participation in the proposed Land Acquisition Team (LAT). Consideration for this participation is of utmost importance, and we hope that you will consider joining us in this effort. Your willingness and steadfastness to assist the Division in supplying recommendations and guidance on current and future land acquisitions will be highly appreciated by the Southern Ute Tribal Council, tribal staff, and tribal members for generations to come. We highly encourage Tribal member participation. If you are interested, please submit a summary of your intentions and why you should be chosen to sit on this team. You may sign up by emailing leburch@southernute-nsn.gov. The deadline to sign up is, Friday, May 10, 2024

Want to play soccer, but don’t want to risk the sunburn? Well, we’ve got the league for you! Join us this June for our indoor adult co-ed soccer league! Sign up now at front desk!

Join us in this year’s Men’s and Co-Ed Softball League!  Deadline: May 31st Registration Fee: $350/team Days: Men’s – Tues Nights & Women’s – Wednesday Nights  

The Wildlife Division will be accepting Brunot Rare Game Applications the month of May.  The drawing will be held in June. The application will be available online May 1st- May 31st, 2024: https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/rare-game-app/ If you have any questions or need any additional information, please call (970) 563-0130.

THERE IS STILL TIME! The deadline for the 2024 Tri-Ute games athlete registration has been extended!  Sign up today at SunUte Community Center by Monday, May 13th! Open to Enrolled Ute Tribal members and 1st descendants. Don’t miss out on this year’s games, speakers, and more!

There is still time to sign up for our Annual Softball Tournament!

Keeping Kids Safe Around Water Summer Swim Lessons are coming soon!!! Registration opens Monday, 5/6.  First session begins June 3, 2024. SUIT Tribal Member youth receive FREE swim lessons. For more information, please contact Abel Velasquez at 970-563-2651.

SUIMA is closed today for staff training. See you all on Monday!

The Southern Ute Youth Employment Program’s (YEP) job posting is up and is open to Tribal Member Youth 14-17 years of age. The Youth Employment Program’s job posting opened to First Descendants on Monday, April 22, 2024, for the same age range. Youth that apply will be contacted by the YEP Coordinator for interview schedule. If there are any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact Mr. Dustin Weaver at (970) 563-2786 or dweaver@southernute-nsn.gov

Scholarship applications are available for Southern Ute Tribal Members for the upcoming 2024-2025 academic year.  Please note deadlines and submit accordingly. Contact Michael Kirsch, Assistant Director for more information.  (970) 563-2783 mkirsch@southernute-nsn.gov.

Lake Capote will be celebrating their 60th Anniversary this year! The Lake will be hosting a season long Fishing Derby. If you catch a tagged fish, you win a prize.  ( prizes will vary) Hours of Operation: Monday-Sunday Sunup to Sundown Bait shop: Monday-Sunday 8:00 am-6:00pm If you have any questions, you can contact Lake Capote at (970) 883-2273 or the Wildlife Division at (970) 563-0130.