Welcome to our newest National Elder.
At the Alafia River Rendezvous in January 2008, Rex White Bear was chosen to join the Board of Elders. Rex is from North Carolina.
Shawnee Treaty Signed
On January 21st, 2008 a treaty was signed with The Platform Reservation Band of the Shawnee. They are federally recognized. By our treaty agreement, they are acknowledging and recognizing the Metis. This is significant in the process of our filing for Federal recognition.
New Bands Forming in Florida
There are two new bands forming in Florida, one in the Miami area and the other in the Suwanee River/Fort White area of the state. If you happen to be in either of these areas please call the clearinghouse for further information. 352-429-3730
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The National Gathering is going to be in
Franklin/Springboro, Ohio again this
year. The event will be July 11-12-13, in
the Veteran's Park. This location is off of I-75 at exit 38. There is a motel close by, or primitive camping is available.
(Primitive means no water or electric!)
There are several restaurants in the
area, along with grocery stores near by.
There are no showers available, but
there is a pavillion with restrooms. |