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GIS Data and StoryMaps

GIS Data and StoryMaps Resource List

The resources and links listed below provide additional information and sources on GIS Data:

Samish Indian Nation ESRI GIS StoryMaps and Applications:

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Kelp Study in Samish Traditional Territory

A Decade of Disappearance: Bull Kelp in the San Juan Islands

A presence/absence comparison of Bull Kelp canopies over a decade in Samish Traditional Territory, San Juan Archipelago, Washington.

Samish Indian Nation Timeline

The history of Samish Indian Nation.

Samish Sea Level Rise Application

This mapping application provides a way to understand and evaluate the effects of sea level rise and how it may threaten coastal historic or cultural sites.

Coast Salish Place Names of the San Juan Islands

An ongoing project of a present day look at historic Coast Salish locations throughout the San Juan Islands and Strait of Georgia.

Partnering to Save the Endangered Oregon Spotted Frog

The collaborative effort between Samish Indian Nation and partners to restore Oregon Spotted Frog habitat in Washington State.

Samish 13 Moons

Explore the indigenous calendars that are logical to the Peoples who have close relationships with this natural environment.

Our Future Climate in Samish Traditional Territory

Samish Indian Nation's effort to build resilience for future impacts of climate change in the San Juan Archipelago, WA.

Marine Debris Cleanup in Samish Traditional Territory

Samish Department of Natural Resources' efforts to remove marine debris and creosote in the San Juan Archipelago, WA

Samish Self-Guided Homelands Tour

A resource to learn about Samish history and culture while exploring the traditional Samish homelands.

ESRI StoryMap Live Episodes

ESRI StoryMaps is kicking off a free webinar series that anyone can join to learn how to get started with StoryMaps. Every two months, they share the latest updates to StoryMaps, hear from featured StoryMap authors, and answer your StoryMap questions. Samish Indian Nation's GIS Program Manager, Casey Palmer-McGee, was the featured StoryMap author for April 2021.

Want to watch Casey's StoryMap Live episode, which focuses on how ArcGIS StoryMaps are being used for tribal storytelling efforts in the United States? Click the image below!

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To learn more about other featured StoryMap authors and their projects, click the image below.

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming in a group 7-week class series.

Dates: 05 – 05 Dec, 2024

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Christmas Party (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Join us at Fidalgo Bay Resort for the Annual Samish Christmas Party!

Dates: 07 – 07 Dec, 2024

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Book Club: Haboo (online)


Join us for a discussion of “Haboo: Native American Stories from Puget Sound” by Vi Hilbert.

Dates: 10 – 10 Dec, 2024

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Virtual Christmas Party (online)


Join us virtually for a multi-generational gathering with holiday bingo, giveaways, and more!

Dates: 13 – 13 Dec, 2024

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Drop-in Class: Flat Beading (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn flat beading, making a beaded medallion or beaded barrette.

Dates: 16 – 16 Jan, 2025

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Drop-in Class: Flat Beading (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn flat beading, making a beaded medallion or beaded barrette.

Dates: 17 – 17 Jan, 2025

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Drop-in Class: Flat Beading (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn flat beading, making a beaded medallion or beaded barrette.

Dates: 18 – 18 Jan, 2025

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Treaty Day (online + Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Join Chairman Tom Wooten for a discussion of the history and significance of signing of the Treaty of Point Elliott.

Dates: 22 – 22 Jan, 2025

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Community Dinner (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Come to gather over a shared community dinner.

Dates: 23 – 23 Jan, 2025

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming, taught by Chairman Tom Wooten.

Dates: 23 – 23 Jan, 2025

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Culture Talk: Community + Family Teachings (online)

Anacortes, WA

Learn about cultural, community, and family teachings.

Dates: 28 – 28 Jan, 2025

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming, taught by Chairman Tom Wooten.

Dates: 06 – 06 Feb, 2025

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Drop-in Class: Peyote Stitch (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn peyote stitch beading.

Dates: 13 – 13 Feb, 2025

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Drop-in Class: Peyote Stitch (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn peyote stitch beading.

Dates: 14 – 14 Feb, 2025

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Drop-in Class: Peyote Stitch (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn peyote stitch beading.

Dates: 15 – 15 Feb, 2025

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Culture Talk: Traditional Teas (online + Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn about traditional teas, their preparation and benefits.

Dates: 18 – 18 Feb, 2025

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Community Dinner (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Come to gather over a shared community dinner.

Dates: 20 – 20 Feb, 2025

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming, taught by Chairman Tom Wooten.

Dates: 20 – 20 Feb, 2025

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming, taught by Chairman Tom Wooten.

Dates: 13 – 13 Mar, 2025

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Drop-in Class: Ribbon Skirts (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Drop-in and learn to sew a ribbon skirt.

Dates: 20 – 20 Mar, 2025

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Drop-in Class: Ribbon Skirts (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Drop-in and learn to sew a ribbon skirt.

Dates: 21 – 21 Mar, 2025

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Drop-in Class: Ribbon Skirts (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Drop-in and learn to sew a ribbon skirt.

Dates: 22 – 22 Mar, 2025

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Virtual Class: Quarter Bags (online)


Learn to weave a quarter bag, taught by Emily Blackinton Baker.

Dates: 25 – 25 Mar, 2025

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Community Dinner (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Come to gather over a shared community dinner.

Dates: 27 – 27 Mar, 2025

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming, taught by Chairman Tom Wooten.

Dates: 27 – 27 Mar, 2025

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming, taught by Chairman Tom Wooten.

Dates: 10 – 10 Apr, 2025

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Community Dinner (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Come to gather over a shared community dinner.

Dates: 24 – 24 Apr, 2025

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming, taught by Chairman Tom Wooten.

Dates: 24 – 24 Apr, 2025

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