Where is the Nooksack Tribe?

Our tribe is located in Deming, Washington, just 15 miles east of Bellingham, 12 miles south of the Canadian border, nestled amongst majestic mountains, lush forest, and the meandering and dynamic Nooksack River.

What does the word Nooksack mean?

mountain men
Two versions have been put forth to define the name Nooksack. One is that it means mountain men, the name given by Indians on the coast to this Salish tribe. Like most Northwest Coast indigenous peoples, the pre-contact Nooksack subsisted on fishing, hunting, gathering and trading.

How big is the Nooksack reservation?

Their reservation is approximately 2,700 acres and has 547 residents (according to the 2000 U.S. census).

What language did the Nooksack Tribe speak?

Salishan language
The Nooksack language (Lhéchalosem, or Lhéchelesem) is a Salishan language spoken by the Nooksack people of the Pacific Northwest Coast. It comes from the area now known as northwestern Washington state in the United States, centered in Whatcom County. The Nooksack language has one fluent speaker as of 2020.

Where is the Nooksack Indian tribe community building?

Any Tribal Member who is interested in reserving the Community Building at 2515 Sulwhanon Dr. must first complete this Rental Application. This form can be printed, completed, scanned and dropped off at or mailed to the Tribe’s Administration Building, 5016 Deming Road, Deming, WA 98244.

When does the Nooksack Indian tribe celebrate graduation?

The date of the celebration will be in July. If you know a high school/GED, college, or university tribal member who will graduate by June 2021, please send Jessica William-Kelly their name and contact information — preferably an email address.

Where does stoww distribution take place in Nooksack?

The 2021 STOWW commodity distribution takes place at the Nooksack River parking lot. For questions call Social Services at (360) 592-0135. Application for STOWW can be found on our website.

Is there a food bank in Nooksack wa?

The Nooksack Food Bank is open to anyone in need, and located behind the Social Services building. For questions call Social Services at (360) 592-0135. tl’a7áshen: welcome! Meaning: Welcome. Invite, an invitation. Such as in a potlatch. Welcoming people. You are welcome here. Join our email list!