Point No Point Treaty Council

09/17/2026

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08/24/2026

After 11 years in our temporary location in Poulsbo, PNPTC will be moving into the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe's Tanner Office Building in Kingston! We have been busy packing this past month and will be making the big move in the first few weeks of September. We will still be operating to provide vital services during the move. See you soon, Kingston!

07/16/2026

07/13/2026

This is an opportunity from Kurt Grinnell Indigenous Aquaculture Scholarship.

The Kurt Grinnell Indigenous Aquaculture Scholarship is currently accepting applications for our upcoming award cycle, and we would greatly appreciate your help in reaching qualified candidates.

Our foundation honors the legacy of the late Kurt Grinnell, a member of the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe and a proud descendant of Chief Chetzemoka. Kurt was a passionate advocate for Tribal food security and sovereignty, recognizing that aquaculture—whether finfish, shellfish, or plants—is vital to the cultural and economic future of many Tribes and First Nations.

Kurt Grinnell was a proud descendant of Chief Chetzemoka, who was one of the signers of the Point No Point Treaty, and a beloved member of the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe. As a strong advocate of Tribal food security and sovereignty, he recognized that aquaculture– whether shellfish, finfish, or p...

07/09/2026

On June 25th, Tori Cantelow accompanied Jamestown to count harbor seals on PI and was able to watch and assist with the Purple Martin nesting box check.

Background:
The purple Martin population has been in decline due to habitat loss and competition with non-native species such as the European starling. Olympic Peninsula Audubon Society is one of many who place purple martin nesting boxes annually to bolster conservation efforts. The boxes are installed at the beginning of April and checked throughout the summer for eggs and chicks. The boxes are removed in September after all the chicks have fledged and headed back to Brazil, and then they are stored for the next season. The cycle repeats the next year, as Purple martins are site-faithful.

Results:
There are 14 nesting boxes on Protection Island. A small camera was inserted into each box and attached to a cell phone, allowing video and pictures to be taken. Some boxes were empty, but a total of 31 eggs were counted; there were no chicks yet. The last thing added to the nests before egg-laying begins is green leaves.

Dow and Kari are on the ladder in the pictures with Ken on the ground observing the camera feed on his phone.

Below is Dow's website that has photos of the individual nesting boxes.
https://www.mastdog.com/DowMar/Birding/?page=PurpleMartinNests-PINWR_6-25-2026.asp

To hear the Purple Martin's unique call, visit : https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Purple_Martin/overview

06/11/2026

06/09/2026

PNPTC's Habitat Program staff met with the EPA on Wednesday, May 27th to discuss EPA grants and visit the site where the Treaty of Point No Point was signed. There is a rock and plaque that commemorates the Treaty of Point No Point. They discussed the importance of tribal treaty rights, fish habitat protection and restoration. Bonus: They saw an osprey catch a fish while touring the site!

Photo 1: PNPTC and EPA staff and PNPTC's Goodwill Ambassador, Harrison pose near the plaque commemorating the signing of the Treaty of Point No Point.

Photo 2: An osprey goes fishing.

Photos courtesy of Erik Peterson, EPA.

05/12/2026

A few weeks ago, some of our staff checked out a gray whale stranding outside of Sequim Bay on their way back from Protection Island. There has been an increase in the number of stranded gray whales this year, with malnutrition being the common finding among those examined, according to the Cascadia Research Collective.

The Cascadia Research Collective is keeping a working list of gray whale strandings here: https://cascadiaresearch.org/working-list-of-gray-whale-strandings-in-2026/

Photos courtesy of Tori Cantelow, PNPTC.

03/18/2026

https://nafws.org/youth-early-professional/national-summer-youth-practicum/

At the time of travel, we do not pay or provide funding for the student’s checked luggage for their airfare. However, after the National SYP, we allow the student/parent or guardian to submit a Luggage Reimbursement Form (attached with luggage receipts), then we send a check for luggage reimbursem...

03/03/2026

On January 30th, 2026, PNPTC held a celebration in honor of its 50th anniversary at the Port Gamble S'Klallam Longhouse. Our founders, current and former employees, board members, staff from our member Tribes and partner organizations came together to celebrate the history and accomplishments of PNPTC over the past fifty years. Guests were welcomed with a blessing and an performance by the S'Klallam Singers. They were treated to a delicious meal of venison stew, geoduck chowder, and fry bread prepared by Port Gamble member Carmen George. Executive Director Randy Harder introduced current staff and board members and honored previous staff and board members who have passed on. Guests watched a short video about PNPTC's history and PNPTC founders Bill Smith, Ron Charles, Randy Harder, and Ron Allen engaged in a panel discussion about the beginnings of the Treaty Council and reflected on the legacy and future of the program. To end the celebration, PNPTC Board members Chris Tom, Josh Chapman, Donovan Ashworth, and NWIFC Chairman Ed Johnstone spoke about PNPTC's evolution, shared memories, and congratulated PNPTC on its 50 year milestone!

We would like to thank everyone who came out to help us celebrate, the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe for the use of its beautiful space, Carmen George for feeding everyone, and Sarah Tsistinas of LVF Floral for the beautiful centerpieces.

Photos courtesy of the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission and PNPTC.

A link to PNPTC's History video is available here: https://youtu.be/6qTSR6454hM