Event Schedule

THURSDAY AUGUST 15
9AM – Golf Tournament
5PM – Camping Areas Open

FRIDAY AUGUST 16
3PM – Vendors Open
4PM – Pageant Royalty Arrive by Canoe
4:30PM – Royalty Pageant Talent Show
6PM – Coastal Jam | Softball Tournament

SATURDAY AUGUST 17
9AM – Chief Seattle Gravesite Honoring | Softball Tournament
10AM – Vendors Open | Horseshoe Tournament
11:30AM – Powwow Registration Opens
12PM – Salmon Booth Opens | Parade Begins
12:30PM – Powwow Welcoming / Opening
1PM – Powwow Grand Entry | Canoe Races Begin
1:30PM – Powwow Registration Closes
4PM – LeLaLa Coastal Song & Dance Group
5PM – Aztec Dance Group
6PM – Powwow Grand Entry
8PM – Canoe Races End | Powwow Ends

SUNDAY AUGUST 18
8AM – 5K Fun Run Registration Opens
9AM – Softball Tournament | 5K Fun Run
10AM – Vendors Open | Suquamish Elders Walk | Horseshoe Tournament
11AM – Canoe Races Begin
12PM – Powwow Grand Entry | Salmon Booth Opens
2:30PM – LeLaLa Coastal Song & Dance Group
3:30PM – Raffles & Powwow Awards Ceremony
4:30PM – Aztec Dance Group
5:30PM – Celebration Ends

EVENT AREA MAP

• This map only includes the Suquamish downtown event area, it does not include the locations for the Baseball Tournament, Horseshoe Tournament, Gravesite Honoring and Golf Tournament.
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Powwow

Saturday Aug 17 @ 1PM & 6PM | Sunday Aug 18 @ 12PM
Enjoy central american Native American drumming, singing and dancing. Traditions such as fancy dancing, grass dancing, traditional dancing and more!
Plus enjoy special presentations by Aztec Dancers and the Le La La Dancers.

Powwow Dancer sign-ups will beg on Saturday Aug 17 @ 11:30am – 1:30pm

Host Drum – Southern Express
MC – Tony Bluehorse
Arena Director – Frank Goesbehind
Head Man – Gerald Brien
Head Woman – Bridget Eaglespeaker

Powwow Schedule

• Friday August 16
  • 6PM – Coastal Jam
• Saturday August 17
  • 11:30AM – Powwow Registration Open
  • 12:30PM – Powwow Welcoming
  • 1:00PM – Grand Entry
  • 1:30PM – Powwow Registration Closed
  • 6:00PM – Grand Entry
  • 8:00PM – Powwow Ends
• Sunday August 18
  • 12:00PM – Grand Entry
  • 3:30PM – Awards Ceremony

Dance Contests

• Golden Age (Men & Women)
  • 1st Place – $500
  • 2nd Place – $350
  • 3rd Place – $150
• Adults
  • Men’s (Grass, Fancy and Traditional)
    • 1st Place – $500
    • 2nd Place – $350
    • 3rd Place – $150
  • Women’s (Jingle, Fancy and Traditional)
    • 1st Place – $500
    • 2nd Place – $350
    • 3rd Place – $150
• Teen (12 – 17)
  • Boy’s (Grass, Fancy and Traditional)
    • 1st Place – $300
    • 2nd Place – $225
    • 3rd Place – $175
  • Girl’s (Jingle, Fancy and Traditional)
    • 1st Place – $300
    • 2nd Place – $225
    • 3rd Place – $175
• Juniors (6 – 11)
  • Boy’s (Grass, Fancy and Traditional)
    • 1st Place – $200
    • 2nd Place – $125
    • 3rd Place – $75
  • Girl’s (Jingle, Fancy and Traditional)
    • 1st Place – $200
    • 2nd Place – $125
    • 3rd Place – $75

For questions regarding the Powwow please contact Veronica Rhodes at VeronicaRhodes@outlook.com

Chief Seattle Gravesite Honoring

Saturday Aug 17 @ 9AM
Chief Seattle was a famous leader of the Suquamish people and is whom the city of Seattle is named after. We take this day to celebrate all the accomplishments and sacrifices that Chief Seattle made for the Suquamish people.
Come celebrate Chief Seattle with this gravesite honoring with traditional with songs, speeches and thank yous.
We ask that you respect the ceremony by not taking photos during the ceremony. Photos can be taken of the gravesite following the ceremony

Royalty Pageant

Friday Aug 16 @ 4:30PM
The Chief Seattle Days Royalty Pageant is a Scholarship program for Suquamish Tribal Members and Descendants between the ages of 13 and 18, to the Miss and Warrior crowns. The pageant is also open to youth ages 5 – 12.

• Youth will be crowned in the following categories:
  • Miss
  • Junior Miss
  • Warrior
  • Junior Warrior
  • Tiny Tot

Youth that are crowned spend their one year reign representing the Suquamish Tribe.
This multi-day pageant contains several aspects. An oral interview on Thursday August 15, an introduction and talent show on Friday.
The talent show will be held at the Suquamish House of Awakened Culture at 4:30pm on Friday August 16.

APPLICATION
Those that qualify and are interested in applying, please fill out the Royalty Pageant application HERE and return it to Kate Ahvakana kahvakana@suquamish.nsn.us

Family Parade

Saturday Aug 17 @ 12PM
Bring the family to Suquamish for a community-based parade.

PARADE ROUTE

• The Parade will begin at the Chevron gas station. It will end at the corner of NE Center St. & Augusta Ave NE
• Here is the Parade route map along with areas where to watch the parade from
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PARADE APPLICATION

• It’s free to participate in the parade.
• If you’re interested in participating, please fill out This Application

CONTACT

• For additional information please contact Cori Silvey at csilvey@suquamish.nsn.us or 360.900.9526

Softball Tournament

Friday Aug 16 @ 6PM | Saturday Aug 17 @ 9AM | Sunday Aug 18 @ 9AM

LOCATION
Totten Road Baseball Field
5283 Totten Road
Poulsbo, WA 98370

CO-ED SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT INFO
10 teams
7 men and 3 women are required on the field at all times
All players must be 16 or older
12 Player Roster
$275 Entry Fee per team

PRIZES / AWARDS
1st Place – Jackets & Winner Takes All
2nd Place – Hoodies
3rd Place – Crew Neck Sweatshirts
4th Place – Long sleeve Dri-Fit

SCHEDULE
Games are about 1 hour and 10 minutes long. 5 minute breaks between each game. All times below are approximate.

• Friday Aug 16
  • 6PM – first game begins
  • 9:30PM – last game starts
• Saturday Aug 17
  • 9AM – first game begins
  • 9:30PM – last game starts
• Sunday Aug 18
  • 9AM – first game begins
  • 4:30PM – Championship game begins

APPLICATION & CONTACT
To enter the softball tournament please call Craig Miller at 360.394.8574 or email CraigMiller@suquamish.nsn.us or Magdalena Turrieta at Mturrieta@suquamish.nsn.us

Horseshoe Tournament

Saturday Aug 17 @ 10AM | Sunday Aug 18 @ 10AM
Enjoy a horseshoe tournament during the Chief Seattle Days festivities.

LOCATION
Across the street from the Suquamish Tribal Administration Building
18490 Suquamish Way NE | Suquamish WA 98392

FREE REGISTRATION
Men and women welcome
All ages welcome
Sign-up begins at 9:30am
Sign-up will continue throughout all tournament days

PRIZES
Win your share of $900!
(Prizes awarded Saturday and Sunday)

• Double Team
  • 1st Place – $150 + Sweatshirt
  • 2nd Place – $100 + T-shirt
  • 3rd Place – $50
  • 4th Place – Bandana
• Single Team
  • 1st Place – $75 + Sweatshirt
  • 2nd Place – $50 + T-shirt
  • 3rd Place – $25
  • 4th Place – Bandana

For more information, please contact Mary Ann Youngblood at 541-921-1171

Canoe Races

Saturday Aug 17 @ 1PM | Sunday Aug 18 @ 11AM

Cheer on your favorite Canoe Racers throughout the day on Saturday and Sunday.

• Saturday 8/17 – Skippers meeting at 12:30PM | Races Begin at 1PM
• Sunday 8/18 – Skippers meeting at 10:30AM | Races Begin at 11AM

RACE SCHEDULE

• Saturday August 17, 2019
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• Sunday August 18, 2019
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CANOE VEHICLE PARKING

• Vehicles that are transporting canoes to the event will have designated parking spots inside the event area (as shown in the event map
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• Parking Permits for each vehicle is required
  • Visit the Information Booth to obtain your parking permit
  • Any vehicle that does not have a parking permit, will be towed.
• Parking spaces are limited
  • Spaces are on a first come first serve basis
  • If no spaces remain, vehicles will need to event the event area to drop off the canoe and then park outside the event area
  • Any canoe vehicles parked in non-designated areas will be towed

CANOE RACE RULES & REGULATIONS

• Dog leg-outrigger style paddles are not allowed in the six man and 11 man races
• No fighting in or out of the water, or the entire team will be disqualified.
• Eleven man canoes must be registered on Saturday and raced both Saturday and Sundays to receive travel money.
• Suquamish Tribe is not responsible for lost or stolen items, theft, injuries, accidents, stranded travelers or damage to personal property/canoes.
• Suquamish Tribe is not liable for any medical assistance.
• No drugs, alcohol or gang activity allowed.
• The judges will make the final decisions on all races and/or disputes.

CANOE RACE CONTACT

• For additional information contact
  • Barb Santos | 360.394.7107 | BSantos@Suquamish.nsn.us

5K Fun Run

Sunday Aug 18 @ 9AM
A fun, scenic and challenging course that passes by historic cultural heritage sites in Suquamish such as Chief Seattle’s Grave, Old Man House Park, marine water and mountain views, and starts and finishes at the Suquamish Tribe’s beautiful House of Awakened Culture.

AWARDS

• Men’s
  • 1st Place – Ribbon, T-shirt & Commemorative Blanket
  • 2nd & 3rd Place – Ribbon & T-shirt
• Women’s
  • 1st Place – Ribbon, T-shirt & Commemorative Blanket
  • 2nd & 3rd Place – Ribbon & T-shirt

ENTRY FEE

• Includes
  • Participant Ribbon
  • T-shirt
  • Refreshments

REGISTRATION

• Pre-Registration $15 per person – ends August 16
• Free for Tribal Members
• Day-Of Registration $20 per person
• To register for this race please fill out the form and return it by mail to the Suquamish Tribe Administration Office or drop it off at the Suquamish Fitness Center. (Form coming soon)

ROUTE
View the Fun Run route map here.

SCHEDULE
8AM – Registration opens at location
9AM – Race Begins
10AM – Suquamish Tribal Elders walk (no registration fee required)

For more information please contact Stephanie Kunold at Skunold@suquamish.nsn.us

Salmon Bake

Saturday Aug 17 @ 12PM | Sunday Aug 18 @ 12PM

The Salmon is traditionally a main food source for the Suquamish People and surrounding tribes. On Saturday and Sunday, salmon is cooked at the outdoor fire pit for deliciously cooked salmon.
Watch the salmon being cooked near the House of Awakened Culture.
Plates are available while Salmon lasts, each year the salmon does run out so get there early. Each plate comes with the below:

• MENU
  • Salmon
  • Baked Red Potatoes
  • Corn
  • Baked Beans
  • Coleslaw
  • Flat bread
  • Beverage
• PRICING
  • $10.00 per plate
  • Cash Only

Golf Tournament

Thursday Aug 15 @ 9AM
The Chief Seattle Days Golf Tournament is held at White Horse Golf Club in Kingston, every year. Sponsors and community members participate in this tournament to help raise funds for a local charity. For 2019, the charity receiving funds is Coffee Oasis.

Registration for 2019 is full. Interested in participating in 2020? Click here! Email the completed application to Natalia Tvedt at Ntvedt@suquamish.nsn.us

The Suquamish Tribe would like to thank the generous sponsors of this year’s tournament:

Title Sponsor
Brown and Brown Insurance

Awards Luncheon Sponsors
Air Management Solutions
Port Madison Enterprises

Driving Range Sponsor
Coca-Cola

Beverage Cart Sponsors
Pacific General Builders LLC
Port Madison Construction Company

Hole Sponsors
Port Madison Enterprises
Port Madison Enterprises Marketing
Suquamish Seafoods
Arness Septic Pumping
Miles Sand and Gravel

Vendors – SOLD OUT (as of 8/9/19)

Thank you for your interest in having a booth at the Chief Seattle Days Celebration. Here are some things you’ll need to know

APPLICATION ACCEPTANCE

• Applications are open to Suquamish Tribal Members only until July 12, 2019
• Applications will be open to the public (for any remaining spots) on July 13, 2019
• Last day to submit applications is Friday, August 9, 2019

FOOD VENDORS

• Menu list & copies of food handlers cards are required for EACH booth worker with your application.
• Your application will not be considered without these items

HOURS OF OPERATION

• All vendors must be open for all 3 days during the following times (vendors can open early or stay open longer should they choose).
  • Friday (8/16) – 3pm – 7pm
  • Saturday (8/17) – 10am – 7pm
  • Sunday (8/18) – 10am – 4pm

VENDOR MAP

• You’ll be contacted about your exact booth location, here is a map to give you an idea of the setup.
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CONTACT

• All vendors will be contacted via email prior to the event.
• Please ensure you have a good contact email on your application.
• For additional information please contact Vendor Coordinator: Danielle Morsette at ChiefSeattleDays@gmail.com

APPLICATION

• SOLD OUT (as of 8/9/19) – any applications received after spots were filled, will be returned.
• Please download the 2019 Chief Seattle Days Vendor Application by clicking here.

Parking & Accommodations

GENERAL PARKING
Free general parking is available in the paved lot adjacent to the House of Awakened Culture. Public parking will also be made available at the Tribal Administration Offices on Suquamish Way, and near Suquamish Museum on South Street. Elder and disabled parking is located in the gravel lot across the street from the festival grounds on Augusta Avenue. Arrive early! These areas have limited spaces available.

• Route: Clearwater Casino – To – Downtown Suquamish – To – Suquamish Museum – To – Clearwater Casino
• The shuttle will stop at each location every half hour
• Friday 8/16
  • 1PM – 7PM
    • With the last shuttle leaving downtown Suquamish at 7PM
• Saturday 8/17
  • 8AM – 8PM
  • With the last shuttle leaving downtown Suquamish at 8PM
• Sunday 8/18
  • 8AM – 5:30PM
  • With the last shuttle leaving downtown Suquamish at 5:30PM
• Shuttle Restrictions
  • No strollers, car seats, or bicycles will be permitted. Small children are not permitted, the child must be old enough to sit in the seat by themselves, they cannot sit on someone’s lap. If not accompanied by an adult, you must be 18+ to ride the shuttle