Initiatives

A large, partially carved boat hull resting on the ground outdoors, with some wood planks and sheets of material nearby.

Kalapuya Cedar Dugout Canoe

KCPA consulted on the construction of a Gudakut - the traditional Kalapuya cedar dugout canoe - the first one built in over 150 years.

A group of people wearing safety vests and hard hats standing outdoors on a sunny day, posing for a photo at a construction or infrastructure project site.

Whilamut Passage Bridge

Esther consulted on the design and construction of the Whilamut Passage bridge on I-5 near Springfield, OR.

A large gray stone with the words "DEATH VALLEY" and "NEAR A CAMAS FIELD" engraved on it, situated on a grassy area.

Eugene Parks and Open Space Talking Stones

KCPA consulted on the design of the Whilamut Natural area, including 20 talking stones that highlight Kalapuya words for local ec

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Tribal Lands and Environment Forum

KCPA member and Cha Tumenma Land Manager Shannin Stutzman gave the keynote address at the Tribal Lands and Environment Forum, the largest gathering of Indigenous natural resource professionals in the country.

The Siletz Tribal Veterans Memorial Wall

Heather Moore, (Hanis Coos and Komemma Kalapuya) an enrolled member of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians and active member of KCPA, name has been added along with many other tribal veterans to a memorial wall on Government Hill in Siletz, Oregon.

The wall is a “ powerful and sacred tribute to the men and women of the Siletz Tribe, who have served in the United States Armed Forces. The wall is dedicated to service members from World War I, all the way to those still serving today” states William “buster” lane, Veterans Coordinator for The Siletz Tribe.