Nez Perce Cultural Camp
Language and Cultural Camp
Nez Perce Cultural Camp is a coordinated effort and the Nez Perce Language Program is a proud partner of this annual event. nimipuutímt is the heartbeat of our culture. Language staff take part as teachers and camp counselors.
Cultural Camp is a fun and memorable way for kids to learn about Nez Perce traditions, stories, history, and language by taking part in it. The purpose of Cultural Camp is to engage our youth, giving them a greater appreciation for the rich heritage of the Nez Perce people so that they can continue to express that culture and carry it to future generations.
Wallowa Lake United Methodist Camp in Oregon has been the location of Cultural Camp not only for its beauty but also its historical significance. It gives youth an appreciation for the the size and diversity of traditional Nez Perce homelands as well as the diversity of the family bands that lived there.
Cultural Camp is a fun and memorable way for kids to learn about Nez Perce traditions, stories, history, and language by taking part in it. The purpose of Cultural Camp is to engage our youth, giving them a greater appreciation for the rich heritage of the Nez Perce people so that they can continue to express that culture and carry it to future generations.
Wallowa Lake United Methodist Camp in Oregon has been the location of Cultural Camp not only for its beauty but also its historical significance. It gives youth an appreciation for the the size and diversity of traditional Nez Perce homelands as well as the diversity of the family bands that lived there.
The 21st Annual Nez Perce Cultural Camp has been cancelled due to COVID-19.
Due to COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions, the Wallowa Lake United Methodist Camp is not allowing overnight camping.
As an alternative, this year the Nez Perce Education Department is planning Wallowa Lake Day Trips on August 4th, 11th, and 12th! Lunch will be provided, as well as a choice of recreational activities and a cultural presentation. Due to COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions, travel to Wallowa Lake will not be provided. Instead, a $50 travel stipend will be given at the lake to an adult, licensed driver providing travel for 2-3 students.
The Education Department will have staff located on-site to greet you, answer questions, provide tickets to activities, and provide gas stipends.
As an alternative, this year the Nez Perce Education Department is planning Wallowa Lake Day Trips on August 4th, 11th, and 12th! Lunch will be provided, as well as a choice of recreational activities and a cultural presentation. Due to COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions, travel to Wallowa Lake will not be provided. Instead, a $50 travel stipend will be given at the lake to an adult, licensed driver providing travel for 2-3 students.
The Education Department will have staff located on-site to greet you, answer questions, provide tickets to activities, and provide gas stipends.
ApplyThursday, July 3oth is the deadline for registration to attend the August 4th day trip.
Thursday, August 6th is the deadline for registration to attend the August 11th and 12th day trips. Click to download copies of the Application and Flyer. |
ContactJoyce McFarland
Nez Perce Tribe Education Department PO Box 365 Lapwai, ID 83540 Phone: (208) 621-4610 JoyceM@nezperce.org |
20th Annual Cultural Camp is complete!
The workbook for this year's Cultural Camp in now available! Click here!
2019 Cultural Camp nimipuutímt Awards
The following are the winners of the nimipuutímt award for week one, along with their group leaders! Great Job!
Alexis Herrera (Tess Woodward), Linnea Herrera (Bessie Blackeagle), Sicily Treetop (Tina Guzman), Telea Slickpoo (Valea Higheagle), Grace Sobotta (Erin Ramsey), David Morell III (Tre Miles-Williams), Coby Higheagle (Mateo Cuevas-Jimenez), Preston Ammerman (Rusty George), and Taj Ravet (Pete Wilson).
Alexis Herrera (Tess Woodward), Linnea Herrera (Bessie Blackeagle), Sicily Treetop (Tina Guzman), Telea Slickpoo (Valea Higheagle), Grace Sobotta (Erin Ramsey), David Morell III (Tre Miles-Williams), Coby Higheagle (Mateo Cuevas-Jimenez), Preston Ammerman (Rusty George), and Taj Ravet (Pete Wilson).
The following are the winners of the nimipuutímt award for week two, along with their group leaders! Great Job!
Faith Sobotta (Tina Guzman), Marcus Ellenwood (Tony Higheagle Jr), Koen Smiscum (Pete Wilson), Davi Jo Wittman (Toni Guzman), Marcus Guzman (Beldan Sherman), Candace Whiteplume (Morning Star Andrews), Emma Paddlety (Jalessa Oyenque), Zaiden Thomas, (Rusty George), Tiana White Temple (Lorraine Harris), Timani Pappan (Tess Woodward), Leila Crane (Koyama Young), and DaRon Wheeler (Mateo Cuevas-Jimenez).
Faith Sobotta (Tina Guzman), Marcus Ellenwood (Tony Higheagle Jr), Koen Smiscum (Pete Wilson), Davi Jo Wittman (Toni Guzman), Marcus Guzman (Beldan Sherman), Candace Whiteplume (Morning Star Andrews), Emma Paddlety (Jalessa Oyenque), Zaiden Thomas, (Rusty George), Tiana White Temple (Lorraine Harris), Timani Pappan (Tess Woodward), Leila Crane (Koyama Young), and DaRon Wheeler (Mateo Cuevas-Jimenez).
