MUCKLESHOOT MESSENGER

April 2026

Vol. XXVII, No. 4
Muckleshoot indian reservation, wash.
April 2026

Muckleshoot Canoe Awakening Ceremony: The Start of a New Season

The annual Muckleshoot Canoe Awakening marks the beginning of the canoe season with blessings, songs, and community gathering. The ceremony honors the Tribe’s relationship with the water and the cultural traditions that guide each journey. It involves preparing the canoes for the upcoming season on the water. This annual ceremony reflects on the teachings passed down through generations.

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Vol. XXVII, No. 4

April 2026

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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!


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