Dii n’ee Nee-yuu-hi
(Our Lands)
We have identified and are working to establish the following programs and projects to address the needs of our lands.
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Objective: Implement innovative projects for cultural preservation, sustainably manage our ancestral forests and woodlands to restore a healthy forest.
Some developing projects include:
Ecological Assessments
GIS Mapping
Cultural (Cold) Burns -
Objective: Detect and prevent wildfires to protect natural resources and communities.
Early Detection Systems: ALERTWest
Emergency Response Plans: Natural and Cultural Resources Preservation and Protection Program Disaster Plan (NCRP3)
Research and Technology Integration:
Operational Lookout Tower: Quail Prairie Lookout
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Objective: Assess the impact of wildfires and implement recovery strategies to restore ecosystems.
Cultural Resource Damage Assessment
Long-Term Fire Impact Monitoring and Data Collection
Healing Rhythms Project
Environmental Trauma and Community Healing
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Objective: Preserve and protect culturally significant trails.
Native Trails Crew
Research and Mapping Projects
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Objective: Restore habitats for native wildlife and protect endangered species.
Prairie and Meadow Identification and Restoration Projects
Oak Savannah Restoration Projects
Wildlife Habitat Enhancement Projects
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Objective: Promote sustainable agricultural practices and enhance food sovereignty.
Sacred Tobacco Program
Camas Restoration Project
Invasive Species Management Projects
More coming soon
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Objective: Incorporate traditional ecological knowledge into land management practices.