Snoqualmie Indian Tribe


Signatories to the 1855 Treaty of Point Elliott

 

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    The Canoe Family is a youth mentoring and prevention program that is conducted through the Snoqualmie Tribe. We are a drug, alcohol, violence, and gang free group that encourages an invites both youth and adults (Native and Non-Native) to learn and experience Native Culture. The Canoe Family strives to bring a variety of activities and events year round for families to connect with Native Culture and the Community.

 

10 Canoe Rules

1)     EVERY STROKE WE TAKE IS ONE LESS WE HAVE TO MAKE

2)     THERE IS TO BE NO ABUSE OF SELF OR OTHERS

3)     BE FLEXIBLE

4)     THE GIFT OF EACH ENRICHES ALL

5)     WE ALL PULL AND SUPPORT EACH OTHER

6)     A HUNGRY PERSON HAS  NO CHARITY

7)     EXPERIENCES ARE NOT ENHANCED THROUGH CRITICISM

8)     THE JOURNEY IS WHAT WE ENJOY

9)     A GOOD TEACHER ALLOWS THE STUDENT TO LEARN

10)  WHEN GIVEN ANY CHOICE AT ALL, BE A WORKER BEE – MAKE HONEY!

Code of Conduct

Canoe Family & Canoe Journey Participants Code of Conduct

 In order to promote a safe & successful Canoe Family Event for all Canoe Family participants, volunteers, parents & attendees agree to the following code of conduct:

· Support & participate in all  Canoe Family programs and activities.

· Assist law enforcement, staff & volunteers in the operation of a safe event.

· Report all unsafe or illegal conditions to event staff immediately.

· Observe posted quiet hours (10pm to 6am) in & around all  areas.

· Keep all areas clean & free from hazardous conditions.

· Treat others equally & fairly. 

· Be respectful of individuals and property.

· Be respectful of  the Snoqualmie Tribe Traditions & Culture.

 

Prohibited items & activities:

· Alcohol, illegal drugs, weapons, or fireworks will not be allowed at Canoe Family Events. Possession, use or distribution will be grounds for immediate expulsion from the event.

· Theft, vandalism, illegal drugs, weapons, or violence will be prosecuted to the fullest  extent of the law.

· Bullying, harassment, or assault of any kind will not be tolerated.

· Crimes or other disruptive behaviors will not be tolerated.

·  Electronics such as: MP3 players, cell phones, IPOD’s,  Nintendo DS, video games, CD players are not permitted unless prior permission is approved.

· Unlawful use of weapons, drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or drug

          Paraphernalia;

· Any gang paraphernalia;

· Clothing which promotes illegal or violent conduct;

· Clothing with language or images that are vulgar, discriminatory,

          or obscene;

· Clothing which contains gang symbols or threats;

· Sagging, bagging, flagging or any type of gang identification;

· Clothing should be neat and conform to the standards of safety

          and decency;

· Clothing that exposes cleavage, private parts, or undergarments

          or that is otherwise sexually or otherwise provocative is

          prohibited.

· Sexual activities are prohibited.

· Smoking is prohibited at or in the vicinity of all Canoe Family        

          Functions.

Gang-Identified Activity and Clothing  Defined:

All participants in a Canoe Family Event are expected to dress appropriately. Any clothing of gang-related nature, which encourages gang-activity, is disruptive, and/or interferes with the Cultural significance of the event, is prohibited.

   

Participants violating this code of conduct may be asked to leave and may result in suspension from attending Canoe Family events. Interpretation of this standard will be at the discretion of the Canoe Family Coordinator, event organizers, event security & appropriate law enforcement.