MUCKLESHOOT MESSENGER

February 2026

Vol. XXVII, No. 2
Muckleshoot indian reservation, wash.
February 2026
Community

2025 Salmon Jam Recap

The 7th annual Salmon Jam is a one-day Tournament at Wellness and the Community Center. Breakfast was provided and food throughout the day for the players. They all received a swag bag with a Hydro Flask, candy, hat, and a shirt. First – third receive a $50 Nike gift card. The entry fee was unwrapped toys that are donated to Mary Bridge Children's Hospital.

Two core components are:

  • Teaching kids the dangers of smoking cigarettes and vaping.
  • Teaching kids empathy for others.

It would not be possible to do this without the help of the other departments.  We worked closely with Jaron Artis, Recreation, on planning and scheduling. The rest of the teams are there on the day to help us manage courts, time-keep, book-keep, and cleanup. This included Recreation, YDP, Events, the Community Center, their facility and support staff, BHP Sieglinde Parker, the clinic, Amy Carey, and Dr. Ram, who provided the education component, and last but not least, the Wellness Team. The Wellness team works an additional day annually to ensure this is a fun, positive event. The Trainers and aquatics assist with the time clocks, brackets, crowd control setup, and teardown. The Wellness Coordinators start preparing food at 6 am and continue until the last game. 2025 had 23 teams with a total of 202 players, 400 spectators and 275 toys were donated to Mary Bridge.

Thank you all for your support.

— Caryn Avila Muckleshoot Wellness Center Manager

More from This Edition

Vol. XXVII, No. 2

February 2026

view pdf

More from the Messenger

June 2026
Edition

Muckleshoot Kids Fishing Derby Brings Families Together

Families from across the Muckleshoot Community gathered at Keta Creek on June 13 for the annual Kids Fishing Derby, enjoying a morning filled with fishing, outdoor recreation, and time spent together with family and friends.

read article
June 2026
Edition

New Multisport Court Opens at South Wind Park

Muckleshoot youth and families gathered at South Wind Park on May 16 to celebrate the opening of a new multisport court made possible through a partnership between the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe and One Roof Foundation.

read article
June 2026
Edition

Muckleshoot Canoe Family Performs at Seattle Seawolves Halftime

The Muckleshoot Canoe Family performed at the Seattle Seawolves Rugby Game during halftime on May 31.

read article
June 2026
Edition

Chairman's Corner June 2026: Father's Day and Men's Health Month Reflections

A message from Tribal Council Chairman Donny Stevenson reflecting upon Father's Day and Men's Mental Health Month.

read article

About the Muckleshoot Messenger

The Muckleshoot Messenger is a monthly Tribal publication. Tribal community members and Tribal employees are welcome to submit items to the newspaper such as announcements, birth news, birthday shoutouts, community highlights, and more. We want to hear from you!


Muckleshoot messenger Submissions