Native American Events Calendar

AISA is collaboration between American Indian tribal leaders, educators and two of our nation's leading youth agencies--Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. and Boy Scouts of America.

The American Indian Scouting Association will hold its annual seminar for Scouting youth and adults at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC, July 12--16, 2008. The host tribe will be the Eastern Band of Cherokee Nation.

We welcome both Indian and non-Indian youth (ages 12-17) and adults, who explore strategies for youth leadership development in American Indian communities through Girl Scout and Boy Scout programs and services.

Participants will share tribal traditions through native dress, dancing, music, sports and a tour of the host tribe's community. Cherokee history and customs will be featured.

A highlight of the seminar is the awarding of the Joseph T. Provost Youth Award and the Francis X. Guardipee Grey Wolf Award, which recognizes distinguished service to American Indian youth.

Workshops will be available to assist adults responsible for leadership and administration of Boy Scout and Girl Scout programs by providing training and a forum for the exchange of ideas.

The fee for the seminar which will be announced at a later date will be around $200 for adults and youth. This fee includes room and board and membership.

For current information visit our website at: www.americanindianscouting.org