The Elder Nutrition Program is enjoying a bumper crop of fresh veggies from our greenhouse and the community garden up in Mineral Center. Andy Schmidt, Trust Lands Wetland Specialist has been bringing us delicious zucchini, all types of tomatoes, radishes, lettuce and peppers just to name a few. Any surplus is shared with Elders to take home and enjoy. We... READ MORE >
We made it through Rendezvous Days, which is one of our busiest times of the year. The Elders work so hard operating three fundraising stations throughout the weekend. Although numbers were down a bit this year the Elders raised around $5,000 selling raffle tickets, fish nuggets and running a bingo. These funds are used during the year to pay for... READ MORE >
Hope everyone had a terrific 4th of July. We all enjoyed the fireworks and several Elders participated in our local fish derby. Some even won trophies for their efforts. Way to go! The ENP would like to welcome our summer Mentorship worker, Torilyn Hover. Tory is assisting the cooks with the daily meal preparations including cooking, setting the tables, serving... READ MORE >
Wow, it isn’t even summer yet and the Grand Portage Elders are busy and travelling like it is. We enjoyed our last “Reading with Kids” gathering. All students received their reading certificates and ice cream cones. A Chi Miigwech to all the Elders who so generously gave their time weekly to listen to the Oshki Ogimaag School students practice their... READ MORE >
Nine Elders traveled to Mystic Lake Casino to participate in the 4th Annual Indigenous Elder Abuse Awareness Conference. This two-day conference was full of pertinent information about Elder abuse. We learned what it is, who does it, where to get help for both the perpetrator and the victim and how to stop it. The Elders who participated will be giving... READ MORE >
Doesn’t it feel like spring? The Elders at the ENP are talking about gardening and making plans for yard and house clean up. We can now see our way out to the greenhouse and raised beds. We will be discussing what to plant in the next few weeks. Know there will be tomatoes, spinach and zucchini. We welcome all suggestions.... READ MORE >
What a great March we have been enjoying. The spring-like weather is reflected in our Elders’ upbeat moods, recommitment to exercise and garden planning. The Elder Nutrition Program has enjoyed visits from the Grand Portage Trust Lands staff. We have had two presentations this month during our Wednesday meals. Tim Miller, Trust Lands forester, shared information on upcoming planting and... READ MORE >
The Elders have spent the month of February staying warm and trying not to have cabin fever. We enjoyed a fun Valentine‘s Day bingo with sweets and great gifts. We got a bit crazy having multiple winners sharing in the prizes. There were certainly “good neighbor” winners with the coverall winners all seated at the same table. The winners were... READ MORE >
Hope everyone had a Happy New Year! The ENP is easing into 2015 after a very hectic and full holiday season. Elders enjoyed the craft sale, Christmas party, shopping trips, gift wrapping, holiday concerts and events and mostly time spent with family and friends. New Year’s resolutions have been made and the ENP is here to help you keep them.... READ MORE >
The Elders have been enjoying the holiday season. The Elder Advisory Committee supported the efforts of Mr. Kieth’s upper grade class with a donation for their service project food drive. This was a very worthwhile project and helped several families right before Thanksgiving. Great job, kids! We had a busy holiday craft sale at the lodge on December 6. The... READ MORE >
