The application process is now open for the 2023 first Descendant Hunt October 1-31, 2023. Please refer to the attached flyer with additional information regarding the hunt below via the links. https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/natural-resources/wildlife-resource-management/hunting/first-descendant-elk-hunt/ https://store.southernute-nsn.gov/product-category/hunting-fishing/ If you have any questions, please feel to reach the Wildlife Division at (970) 563-0130.

Complete your first weigh-in between today, 9/25 and Friday, 9/29. *We know you all may be busy, so you can also complete your initial weigh-in next week 10/1-10/6. To sign-up, please contact Trainers Eliyah Lucero or Jakob Box at: (970)563-2658 or, Eliyah Lucero: elucero@southernute-nsn.gov Jakob Box: jbox@southernute-nsn.gov

IT’S YOUTH BASKETBALL SEASON at SunUte!!!!!  Youth basketball registration opens October 6-November 30, 2023.  Practices begin December 11, 2023.  Games will be held on Saturdays beginning January 6-February 10, 2024.  Volunteer coaches needed. For more information contact Recreation at (970) 563-0214.

The SUIT Environmental Programs Department is accepting applications for the 2024 Cost-share Program (CSP). The purpose of the CSP is to work cooperatively with landowners to implement Best Management Practices (BMPs) on lands within the Reservation. BMPs are designed to improve our rivers, keep our water clean, and protect wildlife habitat. Water quality, fish/wildlife habitat, and recreation opportunities deteriorate when sediment and nutrients flow into our creeks and rivers. The CSP pays 95% of the cost of selected BMPS and the participant provides 5% cost assistance via monetary or “in-kind” labor/materials. Applications are due November 12, 2023. APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT: HTTPS://WWW.SOUTHERNUTE-NSN.GOV/WP-CONTENT/UPLOADS/SITES/15/2023/09/2024-CSP-APPLICATION.PDF Contact project coordinator Dylan Ruckel at (970) 563-2295 or Druckel@southernute-nsn.gov for more information.

SOUTHERN UTE FALL CLEAN UP HAS ARRIVED!  OCTOBER 16 through 20 ONLY! By Appointment Only.  No pickups over the weekend or the week after. Fall Clean-Up is for Southern Ute Tribal Members, Tribal Departments, and tenants of the Southern Ute Indian Housing Authority. We will not pick up for non-tribal tenants living in Tribal Member owned rental homes. All pick-ups must be within the boundaries of the Southern Ute Indian Reservation only. If you have questions related to your pick-up, please contact the responsible tribal department, tribal entity, or Mr. Tyson Thompson, Director of Property and Facilities at (970) 563-2945. Southern Ute Property and Facilities Tyson Thompson, Director 970-563-2945

On Monday, October 16, 2023, the SU MPF will hold their SU MPF Veterans Pow Wow Food Fundraiser from 11:30-2:00 p.m. at the SU MPF Facility.  Proceeds support the Community Veterans Pow Wow.  Eat in or Carry Out by calling (970) 563-2645.  Call (970) 563-2640 for more information.

Attached is an invitation from the Ignacio School Board and the Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council to all parents of an American Indian student to attend the Ignacio School District Indian Policies and Procedures (IPP) meeting on Monday, October 6, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in person at the Ignacio High School Auditorium and light meal will be served. If you have any questions, please contact Chris deKay, Ignacio Superintendent of Schools, at (970) 563-0500 or Latitia Taylor, Director of Education for the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, at (970) 563-0237. The link to the annual IPP report that is handed out has been made available online for your viewing prior to the meeting taking place. https://www.ignacioschools.org/indian-policies-and-procedures-0267fc7e The links for the surveys are as follows: Ignacio Early Learning Program Ignacio Elementary School Ignacio Middle School Ignacio High School

Learn to cut and sew moccasins and leggings of cloth with applique'.  You will need measurements, footprint, width, and the diameter of the calf.  Space is limited, please call (970) 563--2640; (970) 563-2641 or email:  multipurpose@southernute-nsn.gov to sign-up, space is limited.

This is the last Community Veterans Pow Wow Lunch Fundraiser before the Pow Wow.  Thank you for all your support and donations.  You may call orders in at 970-563-2640. Please no emails today; the staff will be in the kitchen prepping.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among American Indian and Alaska Native women. Every October the Shining Mountain Health and Wellness Division observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month to promote screening and prevention of breast cancer. Early detection saves lives and getting regular screening tests is the best way to find breast cancer early. Please join the Shining Mountain Health and Wellness Division's Breast Cancer Awareness Walk on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at 12:00 pm at the Leonard C. Burch Building, South Lawn. Get your PINK on or we will provide it for you! Water and snacks provided. For more information, please call (970) 563-2349.