Region IX RTOC Tribal Caucus

09/16/2019

08/22/2019

Tribal Lands and Environment Forum (TLEF), happening all this week in Palm Springs CA. Thank you for the photos Meyo Marrufo, Emily Luscombe and Greg Spratt!

07/31/2019

Owens Valley Tribes and the struggle to save Payahuunadü.

Remember if you have content you want to see on the Tribal Caucus page, share it!

The water in California's eastern Owens Valley has for a century flowed south to Los Angeles. But climate change and court decisions about indigenous water rights may force a rethink of how California uses and shares water.

07/24/2019

Taking care of business at the 2019 Summer RTOC! Missing everyone who couldnt make it out!

07/18/2019

Full meeting agenda here
https://www.region9rtoc.com/2019summerrtoc

The 2019 Summer RTOC week is a family friendly event.

There will be camping available and there is no cost for camping on site. Please see the below information for best preparing to tent camp at the site https://www.region9rtoc.com/2019summerrtoc

Trailers/RVs should stay off of HWY 1 as much as possible. It is a very scenic drive, but the longer vehicles have issues due to the curves. For RV or trailers, there are no hookups, but water can be found to fill reservoirs.

This will be an outdoor venue under a large tent.

Coffee and Refreshments will be available in the clubhouse throughout the day.

WIFI will not be available though we shall have a conference call option for at least the Tribal Caucus and full RTOC days.

Electricity for the meeting will be provided through a solar generator provided by GRID Alternatives and we are working to create a low waste event by using compostable products and encouraging participants to reduce waste as much as possible.

Doing little things like bringing reusable water bottles and your favorite mug for coffee make a big difference.

Safe travels to you all and we will see you in Fort Bragg!

07/18/2019

Looking to spend some time in the Northern California Area after the RTOC? Check out the 18th Annual Tule Boat Festival, hosted by The Big Valley Band of Pomo Indians!
July 25-July27 in Lakeport, CA. The Festival will have boat building, environmental programs, dancing, food and games & races amongst the participating Tribes!

07/09/2019

Deadline to submit presentation proposals is July 15!

07/05/2019

Hope everyone had a safe Independence Day! Just a friendly reminder, don't forget to register for the 2019 Summer RTOC.
Register Here: https://www.epa.gov/tribal/region-9-summer-2019-regional-tribal-operations-committee-meeting
Travel, lodging and other helpful information such as the camping tips below, can be found here: https://www.region9rtoc.com/2019summerrtoc
Safe travels to you all and we will see you in Fort Bragg!

06/05/2019

Just a friendly reminder, June 14 is the final day to register to attend the National Integrated Pest Management Training for Tribal Communities, which will take place June 26-28!

The Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, Inc. will be sponsoring and coordinating a National Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Training for tribal communities from June 26-28, 2019, in San Diego, California. Attached is the training announcement, agenda at-a-glance, registration and reimbursement form. P...

05/31/2019

Award and Contest Reminders!
All award nominations and contest submissions
are due July 31st, 2019.
This includes nominations for the Conner Byestewa, Jr. Environmentalist Award
The Conner Byestewa, Jr. Award was made in his honor to recognize the efforts of individuals that have made and strengthened tribal-self government and improved human health and environmental conditions with Indian Country in EPA, Region 9.
If you know someone who is deserving of this recognition, please fill out our submission form on the website!
https://www.tribalepa.com/conner-byestewa-jr-award-nomination/

🌻YOUTH CONTEST🌿
Check out the link for more information on the 27th Annual Region 9 Tribal EPA Conference Youth Art Contest.
This contest is for Tribal Youth from Region 9 (California, Arizona and Nevada). Prizes will be awarded to winners. Please share with any youth that may be interested. Please see official contest pages for eligibility requirements.

***Nomination period ends July 31st, 2019***

https://www.tribalepa.com/youth-poster-contest-submission/

If you have any questions on the contest or would like more information on the conference contact Vanessa Martinez, San Pasqual's Environmental Project Coordinator at [email protected] or at 760-651-5151

05/31/2019

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04/22/2019

“The Earth is a fine place and worth fighting for.”
- Ernest Hemingway

Happy Earth Day 2019 from the Region 9 RTOC Tribal Caucus!

Photo: Big Pine Tribe Community Garden