Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation

10/31/2026

Several children at Xaa-wan'-k'wvt Head Start arrived at school Thursday dressed as their teacher, staff member or parent during "Twisted Thursday." It was part of a week-long celebration in which students and staff showed their Halloween spirit. It ended with children participating in the Halloween Costume Parade at the Tribal Headquarters on Friday. Shu' shaa nin-la to everyone for making it such a super fun week for our kids!

10/31/2026

Employment opportunities with the Nation.

TDN TRIBAL OFFICE

• Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CFW)- Full Time
• Family Support Specialist (CFW)- Full Time
• Housing Disability Advocacy Program (HDAP) Technician I (CFW)- Full Time
• Shelter Stability Advocate I (CFW)- Full Time
• TANF Prevention Technician (CFW)- Full Time
• Victim Services Project Specialist (CFW)- Full Time
• Victim Services Project Coordinator (CFW)- Full Time
• Classroom Aide (Education)- On-Call
• Tribal Resource Field Technician (H&W) (Natural Resources)- Full Time
• Tribal Resource Specialist (H&W) (Natural Resources)- Full Time
• Battalion Chief (Public Safety)- On-Call (Seasonal)
• Division Chief (Public Safety)- On-Call (Seasonal)
• Fire Apparatus Operator (Public Safety)- Full Time (Seasonal)
• Firefighter (Public Safety)- Full Time (Seasonal)
• Senior Firefighter (Public Safety)- Full Time (Seasonal)
• Tribal Court Clerk II (Tribal Court)- Full Time
• TGC Administrative Assistant (TGC)- Full Time

LUCKY 7 CASINO
• Slot Attendant- Full Time
• Barista- Full Time
• Hotel Housekeeping Supervisor- Full Time
• Line Cook- Full Time
• Receptionist- Full Time
• Fuel Mart Cashier- Full Time
• Shift Manager- Full Time
• Human Resources Manager- Full Time
• Casino Housekeeper (Graveyard)- Part Time
• Casino Cashier- Part Time
• Hotel Housekeeper- Part Time
• Hotel Front Desk Clerk- Part Time

Please Apply via our website at:
https://www.tolowa-nsn.gov/jobs.aspx
https://www.lucky7casino.com/careers/

Applications & computer access available at Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation Administration Building in Smith River.

10/30/2026

Students from Xaa-wan'-k'wvt Head Start dressed up today in their favorite costumes and visited the Nation's administrative office, where staff decorated the office on every floor. The children were greeted by costumed employees, who handed out candy, small toys and goodies for the young visitors. Shu' shaa nin-la (thank you) to everyone for making it an awesome event!

10/30/2026

Renovation of the Nation's Xaa-wan'-k'wvt Village and Resort continues with a $315,000 grant from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) to revitalize an existing boat ramp near the mouth of the Smith River.

Prior to the Nation's purchase of the property, the ramp and facilities had fallen into disrepair. The Nation plans to renovate the ramp and make it more accessible to the elderly, families with children, and those with limited mobility.

“Improvements of Xaa-wan'-k'wvt are an important part of the Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation’s broader vision to restore and revitalize our riverfront," said Tribal Council Chair Debbie Boardman. "This project will help improve safe and reliable access to the Smith River while strengthening a place that holds deep cultural and community importance to our people.

“We are grateful to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife for supporting the design of these much-needed improvements and helping move this vision forward," Boardman said.

The boat ramp project is part of an ongoing renovation and redevelopment of the resort. This summer the existing RV camping area was completely overhauled, including re-grading and repaving the property, and installing new utilities such as water, sewer and electricity to the RV spots. The work also included the installation of a new drinking water main line, fire hydrants, lighting and concrete pads.

10/29/2026

Children at Xaa-wan'-k'-wvt Head Start get into the spooky spirit this week by dressing up in their favorite costumes. Witches seem to be a popular choice! Shu' shaa nin-la (thank you) to the staff for the fun activity!

10/29/2026

Annette Reed named "Change Maker"
Annette Reed, a member of the Nation and dean of Wileety Native American College at California State University, Sacramento, was recently named a 2026 "Change Makers" by the Sacramento Bee newspaper and the Nehemiah Leaders Program.

Reed was one of 60 people this year to receive the Change Makers award, which honors regional leaders from Black, Latino, Asian American, Pacific Islander and Native American communities who make a difference across the Sacramento area.
A story in the Sacramento Bee explained that Reed was chosen for the award because of her long-standing, ongoing efforts to empower Native American students and create opportunities to succeed at Sacramento State and beyond.

“As a community, we need to encourage people to figure out what their gifts are,” Reed was quoted in the story. “All of us have gifts. The thing about life is knowing what they are and figuring out how to utilize your gifts into something meaningful for ourselves.”

Her path in education started at age 19 with studying Native American Studies at San Francisco City College. She later earned a PhD at the University of California, Berkeley, and a Masters Degree at UC Davis. She served as professor and chair of the Department of Ethnic Studies at California State University, Sacramento, where she taught for more than 20 years.

Reed came out of retirement in 2025 to serve as the first dean of Wileety Native American College—a new university initiative aimed at advancing Native-based education and creating pathways for academic and professional service.

10/28/2026

Heads up regarding this temporary closure.

⚠️ Attention guests: Due to a water main issue, the House of Howonquet restaurant and Club 7 Sports Bar will be closing at 5pm, Wednesday October 28th. Both will reopen Thursday, October 29th at regular business hours.

Thank you for your patience. We apologize for any inconvenience.

10/28/2026

Staff and volunteers from the Nation's Fisheries Division and Rowdy Creek Fish Hatchery spent Friday, Oct. 23, collecting broodstock (adult Chinook salmon) from the Smith River at Ruby Van Deventer County Park. Broodstock are adult fish collected from the wild and spawned in the hatchery to provide the facility with eggs that are hatched and reared for release the following year.

The collection team was assisted by staff from the Nation's Public Works and Facilities Division, along with partners from California Department of Fish & Wildlife and the Nation's Natural Resources and Harvesting Committee.

Staff deployed a 300-foot seine net, designed with 2-inch mesh to prevent fish entanglement and equipped with a lead and float line to keep the net upright in the river. The net was deployed by boat on the north riverbank and stretched across the channel, and then pulled upstream and back to the shore, encircling more than 100 fish.

Divers and staff with small nets sorted through the fish, identifying each according to species and s*x, and then checked for an adipose clip to determine whether the fish were of wild or hatchery origin. Approximately 30 fish were taken back to the hatchery for broodstock.

10/27/2026

HAPPENING TODAY!
Here is an opportunity for the all citizens to learn about the Last Chance Grade project and ask questions. Caltrans will host an open house for the project from 6-8:30 p.m. today at the Del Norte County Fairgrounds in Crescent City. More information at lastchancegrade.com.

10/26/2026

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse or seeks more information about our program and services. Please reach out to one of our Substance Abuse Counselors in the Community & Family Wellness Department at 707-487-9255.