Native Sons & Daughters of Jacksonville

Ray Potts Summer Bowling #1
2018-06-17 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Bowlero, 10333 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32257, United States
Calling all Tribes!!
It’s time again to join your fellow Timucuan Federation members for our Annual Ray Potts Summer Bowling at Bowl America in Mandarin. After you have run all your errands, cut the lawn, cleaned the pool and bought the groceries, cap off your weekend with a tremendous opportunity to join your princess or brave for two games of scotch doubles bowling. The action kicks off on Father’s Day. Bowling begins at 5:00 pm on the following Sunday afternoons: June 17th, 24th and July 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd. You must be present 3 of the 6 sessions in order to earn the coveted Summer Bowling Patch or compete to win one of the 3 best bowler trophies.
PLEASE make sure you register by 2pm on the day of each event to get the early registration price. This event is a great way to begin to accumulate Coup Points towards the end-of-year OWB Party, getting your tribe 10 coup points per child per week. Mark your calendars now!!!
Registration Links
Week #1: Sun 6/17/2018 5:00 PM (Father’s Day)
Week #2: Sun 6/24/2018 5:00 PM
Week #3: Sun 7/1/2018 5:00 PM
Week #4: Sun 7/8/2018 5:00 PM
Week #5: Sun 7/15/2018 5:00 PM
Week #6: Sun 7/22/2018 5:00 PM

Chief's Roast
2018-06-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Spirit Bear’s Tipi, 11056 River Creek Dr W, Jacksonville, FL, 32223, United States
Traditionally, the Timucuan Federation holds its Chief’s Roast annually for the members to Federation Council and Elders. This year, Spirit Bear would like to invite the 2017/2018 tribe chiefs to join the Federation Council at the roast. The roast will be held behind Spirit Bear’s tipi and Chief Peterbuilt and Chief 2 Towed Brown Bear will be grilling some good food. Bring your favorite side dish, beverage, chair, swimsuit, towel, cigars, and so on. If you have a canopy and extra folding table contact Spirit Bear.
This is a Chiefs-only meeting. No braves or princesses. Please RSVP by the 13th, on CircleBridge, so that we can get an idea of how much meat to purchase. See you there.

Chiefs Meeting (8:30 PM)
2018-06-11 20:30 - 21:30 | V Pizza Mandarin, 12601 San Jose Blvd,, Jacksonville, FL, 32223, United States
Chiefs Meeting is held the second Monday of each month at V Pizza – Mandarin located at 12601 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32223, immediately following the Fed Council Meeting.
Meeting starts approximately at 8:30 PM. Tribe Chiefs, or a designated replacement, must attend to meet with Nation Chiefs and Federation Council members.

Fed Council Meeting (7:00 PM)
2018-06-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Fruit Cove Baptist Church, 501 FL-13, St Johns, FL, 32259, United States
Federation Council Meeting is held the second Monday of each month at Fruit Cove Baptist Church (map).
Meeting starts promptly at 7:00 PM. Agenda will be emailed to council members the day before the meeting.

National Longhouse Annual Meeting
2018-06-08 - 2018-06-09 | FL
This year’s National Longhouse meeting will be held at the Unicoi State Park and Lodge, located in Helen Georgia deep in the Chattahoochee National Forest.
June 8 (afternoon) – National Board of Elders meeting
June 9 (all day) – National Council meeting
This is an election year and several new people will be elected to the National Council, including National Chief.

Order of the White Buffalo - QUALIFIED TRIBES ONLY
2018-06-02 10:00 - 20:00 | Summer Waves Water Park, 210 S Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA, 31527, United States
BIG HOW!!
Congratulations on completing another year with the Native Sons and Daughters – Timucuan Longhouse. If your Tribe has qualified for Order of the White Buffalo (see OWB requirements here), we will be celebrating your achievement at Summer Waves Water Park in nearby Jekyll Island, Georgia. We are looking forward to celebrating our OWB-qualified tribes with an exhilarating day full of waterpark fun.
Attractions include:
– Huge Water Slides
– Lazy River
– Splash Pads
– Wave Pool
– Free Larry’s Giant Sub, chips, and a drink
Date: June 2, 2018
Cost: FREE after $6 per-car toll to get on the island
Location: Summer Waves Water Park (Park Map)
Address: 210 S Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Phone: (912) 635-2074
Registration: CircleBridge (for Qualified Tribes Only)

Girls Spring Longhouse
2018-05-18 - 2018-05-20 | Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park, 3076 95th Drive, Live Oak, FL, 32060, United States
BIG HOW!! Come float away and be ready for some cool, wet fun at The Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park. We will camp near the lake this time and will have a water balloon toss, water balloon launch contest, water slide into the historic Suwannee River, skit contest, a community Fed-sponsored feast, and much more fun!
Sign up for 25 discounted golf carts for the weekend. First come first served and you must be registered for the Longhouse.
Don’t be left out, sign up now to reserve your spot. See you all there.
Chief Red Bear
Check out the raffle prizes!
Event Date/Time: May 18-20, 2018
Event Location: Spirit of the Suwanee Music Park (http://www.musicliveshere.com)
Event Address: 3076 95th Drive, Live Oak, Florida 32060
Event Phone: 386-364-1683
Cost: $25 per person on CircleBridge
Agenda: Download

Jumbo Shrimp Game and Campout
2018-04-28 18:30 - 22:00 | Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville, 301 A Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32202, United States
Take me out to the Ball Game! Saturday, April 28, 2018 Our Jumbo Shrimp take the field against the Pensacola Blue Wahoos. Gates open at 5:30PM. First pitch at 6:35PM. Post-game fireworks are always a blast then you have the option of camping out on the field overnight!
$16 – Reserved ticket, hot dog, drink, Jumbo Shrimp Patch, camping, movie
$10 – Reserved ticket, hot dog, drink
Registration closes Friday, April 20th 5PM.
Parking Map
Sponsor: Red Bear
Location: Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville / Bragan Field
Date: April 28, 2018 (game starts at 6:35pm)
Cost: $16 per person (game and camping) / $10 per person (game only)
Registration: CircleBridge

Boys Spring Longhouse
2018-04-13 - 2018-04-15 | Hanna Park, 500 Wonderwood Dr, Jacksonville, FL, 32233, United States
UPDATE: Download the flyer to see campsite assignments and agenda.
Spring is upon us and it’s time for Spring Longhouse.
Statewide was a great time. I’ve been in this program for five years and have gone to many longhouse. They take a commitment of a weekend away from other things, kids sports, to do lists, work, etc. but on the drive home Sunday I reflect on the time with my son and it’s so worth it.
The final details of spring longhouse are underway. The campsite enjoys great shade from large oak trees, there are great trails and the beach, and we have a plan to enjoy it all.
Proposed schedule and activities.

Day
Time
Activity

Friday
5:00 pm
Arrive (campsites will be assigned. So please sign up before Friday as we will use Thursday nights roster to assign sites and keep tribes adjacent each other)

Friday
8:30 pm
Movie night “Surfs Up” and s’mores

Saturday
8:30 am
Chiefs meeting

Saturday
9:00 am
Opening ceremony and selling of raffle tickets (this years raffle prizes will be on display at the opening ceremony)

Saturday
9:45 am
Sandcastle competition at beach (1.5 hours)

Saturday
11:15 am
Egg toss on beach

Saturday
11:30 am
Jump in the ocean

Saturday
12:00 pm
Lunch at camp- downtime. rest or explore trails- your call.

Saturday
2:00 pm
Great Canoe Relay (back by popular demand). and Canoe rentals for those who want to explore after the canoe races. There is a large lake adjacent our camp area.

Saturday
3:00 pm
Bike/ trail scavenger hunt, clues and riddles for kids and dads to find and solve.

Saturday
4:30 pm
Critter race sponsored by big red at the Gazebo next to our camping area.

Saturday
5:30 pm
Campsite inspection – Looking for American flag, tribe regalia with name, homemade regalia.

Saturday
6:30 pm
Nation potluck feast. Meat and chicken by nation. Tribe brings side dish. Special thanks to Chief Two Tows ( Girls Nation Chief) for coming to our longhouse and cooking.

Saturday
8:30 pm
Sacred fire and broken arrow ceremony. ( if you are breaking arrow please send me or Fed Chief an email ahead of time so we can be ready.)

Sunday
8:30 am
Closing ceremony, awards, medals, ribbons and raffle.

Sunday
9:30 am
Break down and pack war trailer.

Chief Peterbilt and Crockwater
Date: April 13-15, 2018
Location: Hanna Park, 500 Wonderwood Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32233
Cost: $30 per person (CircleBridge)

2018 Sunshine State Pow Wow
2018-03-15 - 2018-03-18 | Forever Florida, 755 N Kenansville Rd, St Cloud, FL, 34773, United States
Mark your calendars NOW!!
The 2018 Sunshine State Pow Wow will take place March 15-18, 2018 at Forever Florida in St. Cloud, FL.

Monster Jam
2018-02-24 19:00 - 22:00 | TIAA Bank Field, 1 Everbank Field Dr, Jacksonville, FL, 32202, United States
SATURDAY! SATURDAY! SATURDAY!
Join the Mighty Timucuan Federation and watch the BIG IRON PONIES FLY, FLIP, RACE, AND CRUSH. Tickets will be lower bowl to get you close to the action and include the Pit Pass. Come early and meet the drivers and get close to the trucks with Pit Pass (not included).
Event Sponsor: Big Tree
Event Date: February 24, 2018
Event Schedule: Pit Party 2:30pm – 5:30pm, Gate open at 5:00pm, Show time 7:00pm
Event Location: Everbank Field
Event Address: 1 Everbank Field Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32202
Event Price: $30 per person (CircleBridge)
More Info: Monster Jam Site

Private Tumbling Event at Tumblrz
2018-02-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Tumblrz, 11363 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32223, United States
Join us for a morning of tumbling, games, and obstacles at TumblrsJax.com. $5/kid for 2 hours of high energy action. This is a private event for Native Sons and Daughters of Jacksonville.
See the flyer
Date/Time: Saturday, February 17, 2018 from 10AM to Noon
Location: Tumblrz, 11363 San Jose Blvd, Bldg 400, Jacksonville, FL, 32223
Website: https://www.tumblrzjax.com

2018 Suzie Q Miller Family Campout
2018-02-09 - 2018-02-11 | Camp Chowenwaw Park, 1517 Ball Road, Green Cove Springs, FL, 32043, United States
The Timucuan Longhouse would like to invite all tribes and members (and also moms!) to the 2018 SQM Family Campout, which will be held February 9-11, 2018 Camp Chowenwaw campground (the weekend AFTER Super Bowl).
The campground, located just north of Green Cove Springs on the Black Creek. The venue is outstanding having campsites including a number of cabins. The campgrounds have excellent nature trails and also the Kiwita Nature Center. Chowenwaw has rich history being founded in the 1930s by the Girl Scouts. The camp is currently administered by Clay County.
Once again, the highlight of the campout will be The Fed Feast dinner Saturday evening. As usual, we plan to enjoy some outrageously good BBQ including ribs, brisket, pork loin, and more. Other planned events for Saturday are expected to include archery, critter race, spirited tugs-of-war, and zip lining. After the Feast, we plan to enjoy an amazing pyrotechnics show and perhaps a dance with some great music for the group to enjoy.
If you can’t stay over both nights, try to stay one night, if you can stay overnight, come by and enjoy the activities on Saturday and the Feast.
Suzie Q. Miller was an active Federation mom married to Rodney Miller (Wild Horse) and mother to Page (Little Pony). She was known to be a great lady, wife, and mother who really supported the program and was active in organizing in many events including camp outs. After battling cancer for 5 years, Susie joined the Great Spirit in 2010. While with us, she lived her life to the fullest and made a big impression on many who knew her.
Event Date/Time: February 9-11, 2018
Event Location: Camp Chowenwaw Park
Event Address: 1517 Ball Road, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
Event Location Phone: 904-529-8058
Event Sponsor: Amazing Moon (wampumbearer@nsdjax.org)
Event Registration: CircleBridge $19 Per Person including Tent Camping, add on for Cabins coming soon
Event Schedule: TBD

Icemen Hockey Game
2018-01-28 15:00 - 17:30 | VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, 300 A Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32202, United States
UPDATE (1/25/2018): Download the waiver that is required for you and your family to go on the ice after the game. Print and complete one copy for each member of your family. See the required fields for adults and kids.
After the game, we will meet in the lobby near the customer service desk and an Icemen member will collect the forms and escort us onto the ice.
If you haven’t already heard, hockey is back in Jacksonville. The Jacksonville Icemen is the newest team in the ECHL (East Coast Hockey League). Playing at Veterans Memorial Arena in downtown Jacksonville, you can expect a bigger and better brand of hockey than you’ve ever seen in North Florida.
Native Sons & Daughters of Jacksonville will be showing up in force to see our Icemen take on the Greenville Swamp Rabbits on January 28, 2018. Bring your family and friends out for an afternoon of exhilarating hockey action. We’ll be seated in the home team’s attack-twice end zone. After we roust the Swamp Rabbits, we’ve been invited to take a group picture down on the ice.
Cost: $20 per person on CircleBridge
Sponsor: Iron Wolf
Date/Time: January 28, 2018 3:00 PM
Location: Veterans Memorial Arena
Address: 300 A Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32202

Jacksonville Jaguars Game
2017-12-17 13:00 - 16:00 | TIAA Bank Field, 1 Everbank Field Dr, Jacksonville, FL, 32202, United States
We have another great event planned for the Native Sons and Daughters of Jacksonville. Football season is around the corner and it is time for our annual Jacksonville Jaguars event. You will have the opportunity to see your Jacksonville Jaguars take on the Houston Texans. The game will be on Sunday December 17, 2017 and is set to kickoff at 1:00pm.
The Native Sons and Daughters have purchased a block of 50 tickets in section 224. Please sign up now so you are not stuck at home watching the game. The sooner the first 50 tickets are sold, the sooner we will be able to purchase 50 more tickets. This is a great event and everyone always has a great time. Every ticket sold will include a patch. The tickets will be sold for $50.00 each.
I hope to see you all at Everbank Field on game day.
Chief Tomahawk
Game: Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Houston Texans
Sponsor: Chief Tomahawk
Date/Time: December 17, 2017 – 1:00 pm kickoff
Location: Everbank Field
Address: 1 Everbank Field Dr, Jacksonville Beach, FL 322022
Cost: $50 per person on CircleBridge

Christmas Caroling
2017-12-16 09:00 - 23:30 | FL
Big how! Save the date!
Christmas Caroling and Bingo Opportunity for Native Sons and Daughters
All Timucuan Federation tribes are invited to participate in Christmas Caroling and Bingo with the senior citizens at Taylor Manor on Saturday, December 16th at 10am. Everyone is invited to meet in advance at the home of Jeff Smith (Screaming Eagle) of the Sahaptin and Lipan tribes. Please RSVP to Jeff Smith at jeffsmith2003@gmail.com or 904-624-0551 (cell) so that we have a head count. This is a great opportunity for coup points! Each tribe is encouraged to bring homemade cookies for the residents. The residents also love homemade bracelets or other crafts. Please DO NOT bring hard candy or candy canes as they are a choking hazard for some of the residents.
8:45 am-9:45 am Rehearsal at Smith home (8682 Heather Run Drive South, Jacksonville, Florida, 32256, located at the end of cul-de-sac in Hampton Glen subdivision off Baymeadows)
10am-11:15am Share cookies, sing, and call out Bingo for residents of Taylor Manor located at 6605 Chester Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32217.
http://taylor-residences.org/tmanor.html
Jeff Smith

Holiday Ice Skate
2017-12-02 16:00 - 18:00 | Jacksonville Ice & Sportsplex, 3605 Philips Hwy, Jacksonville, FL, 32207, United States
Our annual Holiday Ice Skating Party and Toys for Tots drive is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season. Our event will be held on Saturday, December 2nd, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Jacksonville Ice & Sportsplex, and will be open to family members and friends.
If you’ve never been ice skating before, I encourage you to come discover how much fun you’ve been missing. Beginners and pros alike have a wonderful time on the ice. The rink has plastic skating trainers (walkers), like training wheels for the ice, available for the absolute beginners.
Put on a scarf and gloves, and head out for a fun afternoon ice skating with your family. Don’t forget to bring a new unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots.
Big How!
Iron Wolf
NOTE: Everyone that goes onto the ice will be required to sign waivers at the door in order to participate in the event. Parents sign for kids. To speed up the check-in process, please bring the filled out forms with you to the event. One form is required for each person skating. Download the waiver form here.
Cost: $10 per person (CircleBridge) or $12 per person (cash at the door)
Date/Time: Saturday, December 2, 2017 4-6 pm
Location: Jacksonville Ice & Sportsplex
Address: 3605 Philips Hwy, Jacksonville, FL 32207

Boys Fall Longhouse
2017-11-17 - 2017-11-19 | Camp Immokalee, 6765 Immokalee Roa, Keystone Heights, FL, 32656, United States
UPDATE 11/16: Final cabin assignments and activity schedule can be found here. Make sure your tribe knows their assignments, and don’t forget to plan your side dish for Saturday’s feast!

RAFFLE ALERT: You could win a “My First Rifle” .22 with target, glasses, earplugs, and ammo.

The Boys Longhouse raffle with also include walkie talkies, a hammock with slings, a collapsible fishing pole, and a Jaguars football.
Tickets are only $10 for 2 tickets or $20 for 5 tickets.
You can purchase them now on CircleBridge
Check out the Boys Longhouse Raffle Flyer!

Plan now to join us for some cool nights and big camp fires! The boys are returning for a weekend of fun to Camp Immokalee. Use the next couple of months to get your tribes organized for this weekend. Chief Peterbilt and Chief Crockwater along with Fed Nation will be looking for Tribe pride and Nation Pride on full display. Tribes will be assigned Cabins and there is plenty of room to set up tents around your cabins. The festivities start Friday evening around 5pm so plan to leave work early and get yourself situated.
Highlights of the weekend include:
Friday Night Movie and Popcorn at 7pm at the covered Airnasium.
Group Smores around Camp Fire at 9pm or when movie ends
Saturday Events include:

Critter Race – medals to top 2 fastest critter (individual award)
Egg Toss – Father and Son Team – medals to top 2 (father and son award)
Rock Wall – Free time
Zip Line and Hit a Target – medals for closest to the target top 2 (individual award)
BB Gun- Father and Son Team – 10 shots each – highest combined score – medals to top 3
Canoe Relay – Father and Son – Tribe Relay – 3 father and sons from each tribe will compete in this relay – bracket style – single elimination – medals to top 2 Tribes
Capture the Flag – this will be Nation vs. Nation. 1 hour game. Award for Winning Nation…
Nation BBQ Potluck Dinner- Fed provides meats, Tribes bring a side dish. Awards for best side dish and best decorated dish. Show tribe pride.
Face Paint for Sacred Fire in the Immokalee Hall
Sacred Fire – Acorn Ceremony – Special Tribute

Closing Ceremony at 9am Sunday
Raffle tickets are for sale on Circlebridge and Spirit Bear will sell raffle tickets all weekend. The funds help offset some of the costs to organize and run the Longhouse.
See you all there.
Chief Crockwater and Peterbilt

Date: November 17-19, 2017
Location: Camp Immokalee
Address: 6765 Immokalee Road, Keystone Heights, FL 32656
Price: $30 per person (tent) and $35 per person (cabin)
Registration: CircleBridge
Agenda/Assignments: Download

Girls Fall Longhouse
2017-11-10 - 2017-11-12 | Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park, 3076 95th Drive, Live Oak, FL, 32060, United States
RAFFLE ALERT: You could win a “My First Rifle” .22 with target, glasses, earplugs, and ammo.

The Girls Longhouse raffle with also include walkie talkies, a hammock with slings, a collapsible fishing pole, and frisby golf discs.
Tickets are only $10 for 2 tickets or $20 for 5 tickets.
You can purchase them now on CircleBridge
Check out the Girls Longhouse Raffle Flyer!

BIG HOW!! Your Sioux, Shoshone, and Seminole Nation Chiefs are planning another spectacular event. We are working hard as we get ready for the 2017 Girls Fall Longhouse. I know all of the Dads and Daughters are ready to go back to The Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park. We will have the egg toss, three legged races, and tug of war. We will offer 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals for all of the war games throughout the day. Raffle tickets can be purchased now on CircleBridge and throughout the day on Saturday, November 11th.
Don’t be left out, sign up now to reserve your spot. See you all there,
Chief Tomahawk
Event Date/Time: November 10-12, 2017
Event Location: Spirit of the Suwanee Music Park (http://www.musicliveshere.com)
Event Address: 3076 95th Drive, Live Oak, Florida 32060
Event Phone: 386-364-1683
Cost: $25 per person until October 15, then $30 per person on CircleBridge
Agenda:Download

Costume Bowling
2017-10-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Bowlero, 10333 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32257, United States
Join us for Costume Bowling on Sunday, October 29 at 2pm. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophies will be awarded for Scariest Costume, Funniest Costume, and Most Creative Homemade Costume. New recruits are welcome! Remember this event is open to your whole family and friends. That means father, mother or grand parents are welcome to bowl with a child. Cost is $10 per child (for two games) to bowl.
Date/Time: October 29, 2017 at 2:00 PM
Location: Bowl America Mandarin
Address: 10333 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32257
Registration: $10 per child on CircleBridge

Info Night/Open House (Crown Point)
2017-10-24 18:30 - 19:30 | Crown Point Elementary School, 3800 Crown Point Rd, Jacksonville, FL, 32257, United States
Native Sons and Daughters is a parent and child organization. We are a non-profit organization focused on building a lifelong bond between parents and their children. Unlike most other organizations, we keep both parent and child active together through small group (Tribe) activities and large group (Nation) activities.
Native Sons and Daughters programs are most active during the school year. Each fall we open our doors to the public and host a series of informational open house events where prospective members can hear about the programs from active members, both parents and children, and get answers for any questions they might have.
We understand time is valuable and lives are busy so we plan a variety of events to help you enjoy quality time with your child. The more you participate, the more memories you will build. The Native American theme serves as a common level of interest between parent and child not only to learn about that culture but to reinforce family values.
For more information about the Native Sons and Daughters of Jacksonville and the Timucuan Longhouse, please email info@nsdjax.org.
Please join us. Your kids will thank you later.
Location: Crown Point Elementary School at 3800 Crown Point Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32257
Date/Time: Tuesday, October 24th at 6:30pm

Info Night/Open House (Loretto)
2017-10-17 18:30 - 19:30 | Loretto Elementary School, 3900 Loretto Rd, Jacksonville, FL, 32223, United States
Native Sons and Daughters is a parent and child organization. We are a non-profit organization focused on building a lifelong bond between parents and their children. Unlike most other organizations, we keep both parent and child active together through small group (Tribe) activities and large group (Nation) activities.
Native Sons and Daughters programs are most active during the school year. Each fall we open our doors to the public and host a series of informational open house events where prospective members can hear about the programs from active members, both parents and children, and get answers for any questions they might have.
We understand time is valuable and lives are busy so we plan a variety of events to help you enjoy quality time with your child. The more you participate, the more memories you will build. The Native American theme serves as a common level of interest between parent and child not only to learn about that culture but to reinforce family values.
For more information about the Native Sons and Daughters of Jacksonville and the Timucuan Longhouse, please email info@nsdjax.org.
Please join us. Your kids will thank you later.
Location: Loretto Elementary School at 3900 Loretto Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32223
Date/Time: Tuesday, October 17th at 6:30pm

Citywide Pow Wow - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
2017-09-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Camp Immokalee, 6765 Immokalee Roa, Keystone Heights, FL, 32656, United States
Big How!
We are off to the start of another great year! Native Sons and Daughters of Jacksonville would like to welcome you to the 2017 Citywide Pow-Wow which is open to the public! Burgers and hot dogs will be available at the concession area! Crafting area, ziplines, canoes in the lake. Come test your skills at the BB gun range and the archery range! Activities are appropriate for all children aged 4 to 15. Families are welcome to attend together. This is a great opportunity for families to invite friends out to showcase Native Sons and Daughters.
Event Host: Creaking Oak
Date/Time: 9/16/2017 10am – 4pm
Location: Camp Immokalee
Address: 6765 Immokalee Rd, Keystone Heights, FL 32656
Schedule:

Schedule of Events

Registration / Storm Debris Cleanup
10:00am – 11:00am

Free Swim
11:00am – 2:00pm

Arts & Crafts, Games
11:00am – 2:00pm

Rockwall
11:00am – 2:00pm

Lunch*
11:30am – 1:00pm

BB’s
2:00pm – 4:00pm

Archery
2:00pm – 4:00pm

Canoes/Kayaks
2:00pm – 4:00pm

* Hamburgers, Hot dogs, and refreshments are available for purchase

Members should register on CircleBridge
Citywide PowWow Day Pass – $0.00
Citywide PowWow Cabin – 1 Night – $15.00
Citywide PowWow Cabin – 2 Nights – $20.00
Citywide PowWow Tent Camping – 1 Night – $10.00
Citywide PowWow Tent Camping – 2 Nights – $15.00
Citywide PowWow Lunch Ticket (1 Burger or 2 Dogs + Chips + Drink) – $4.00

Info Night/Open House (Mandarin) - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
2017-09-14 18:30 - 19:30 | Mandarin Presbyterian Church, 11844 Mandarin Rd, Jacksonville, FL, 32223, United States
All in attendance will be registered to win a FREE TENT!
Native Sons and Daughters is a parent and child organization. We are a non-profit organization focused on building a lifelong bond between parents and their children. Unlike most other organizations, we keep both parent and child active together through small group (Tribe) activities and large group (Nation) activities.
Native Sons and Daughters programs are most active during the school year. Each fall we open our doors to the public and host a series of informational open house events where prospective members can hear about the programs from active members, both parents and children, and get answers for any questions they might have.
We understand time is valuable and lives are busy so we plan a variety of events to help you enjoy quality time with your child. The more you participate, the more memories you will build. The Native American theme serves as a common level of interest between parent and child not only to learn about that culture but to reinforce family values.
For more information about the Native Sons and Daughters of Jacksonville and the Timucuan Longhouse, please email info@nsdjax.org.
Please join us. Your kids will thank you later.
Location: Mandarin Presbyterian Church at 11844 Mandarin Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32223
Date/Time: Thursday, September 14th at 6:30pm
Flyer: Download

Info Night/Open House (Lakewood) - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
2017-09-05 18:30 - 19:30 | Lakewood Presbyterian Church, 2001 University Blvd W, Jacksonville, FL, 32217, United States
All in attendance will be registered to win a FREE TENT!
Native Sons and Daughters is a parent and child organization. We are a non-profit organization focused on building a lifelong bond between parents and their children. Unlike most other organizations, we keep both parent and child active together through small group (Tribe) activities and large group (Nation) activities.
Native Sons and Daughters programs are most active during the school year. Each fall we open our doors to the public and host a series of informational open house events where prospective members can hear about the programs from active members, both parents and children, and get answers for any questions they might have.
We understand time is valuable and lives are busy so we plan a variety of events to help you enjoy quality time with your child. The more you participate, the more memories you will build. The Native American theme serves as a common level of interest between parent and child not only to learn about that culture but to reinforce family values.
For more information about the Native Sons and Daughters of Jacksonville and the Timucuan Longhouse, please email info@nsdjax.org.
Please join us. Your kids will thank you later.
Location: Lakewood Presbyterian Church at 2001 University Blvd W, Jacksonville, FL 32217
Date/Time: Tuesday, September 5th at 6:30pm
Flyer: Download

Info Night/Open House (Mandarin) - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
2017-09-05 18:30 - 19:30 | Mandarin Oaks Elementary School, 10600 Hornets Nest Rd, Jacksonville, FL, 32257, United States
All in attendance will be registered to win a FREE TENT!
Native Sons and Daughters is a parent and child organization. We are a non-profit organization focused on building a lifelong bond between parents and their children. Unlike most other organizations, we keep both parent and child active together through small group (Tribe) activities and large group (Nation) activities.
Native Sons and Daughters programs are most active during the school year. Each fall we open our doors to the public and host a series of informational open house events where prospective members can hear about the programs from active members, both parents and children, and get answers for any questions they might have.
We understand time is valuable and lives are busy so we plan a variety of events to help you enjoy quality time with your child. The more you participate, the more memories you will build. The Native American theme serves as a common level of interest between parent and child not only to learn about that culture but to reinforce family values.
For more information about the Native Sons and Daughters of Jacksonville and the Timucuan Longhouse, please email info@nsdjax.org.
Please join us. Your kids will thank you later.
Location: Mandarin Oaks Elementary School at 10600 Hornets Nest Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32257
Date/Time: Tuesday, September 5th at 6:30pm
Flyer: Download

Nation Chief/Tribe Chief Training
2017-09-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Spirit Bear’s Tipi, 11056 River Creek Dr W, Jacksonville, FL, 32223, United States
Federation Chief Spirit Bear calls on new Nation Chiefs and new Tribe Chiefs for a training session at his home. Training will start at 7PM on 9/1 at 11056 River Creek Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32223.
Please RSVP by emailing federationchief@nsdjax.org.

Suwannee Canoe Trip
2017-07-29 - 2017-07-30 | Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park, 3076 95th Drive, Live Oak, FL, 32060, United States
Princesses and Braves, get your big Braves (and Big Tau’s too, this is a family trip for anyone interested). Once again it is time to load the dugouts for a trip way down upon the Suwannee River. We will meet up on Saturday July 29, 2017 at 9:30 am at the Canoe Outpost at Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park. We will paddle down to the Holton Creek River Camp where we will spend the night, grilling the gifts of the Great Spirit, and enjoying fellowship. In the morning we will paddle to Gibson Park where the folks from Canoe Outpost will pick us up and take us back to our vehicles. We are usually back at the Canoe Outpost and headed back to Jacksonville no later than 2 p.m. Best news: No upstream paddle this year!!!
The facilities at the river camp include, fresh water (a little sulphuric, good for washing not so good for drinking), flushing porcelain, and hot water showers. There are screened and roofed sleeping platforms for the first 40 people who register. After that you need to bring a tent. I will let you know beforehand if you need to bring a tent if you are after the cut-off.
The Federation will provide the charcoal and lighter fluid for the state park style grills. You bring your meat of choice and any sides and drinks, and don’t forget something to flip your meat. Foil wrapped pre-cooked baked potatoes do not take long to reheat in the coals. Breakfast is your choice. I always bring a camp stove and a big pot for boiling water. And I will have percolator coffee, with sugar and cream for the morning coffee drinkers.
Pack light. Everything you bring has to fit in your boat and be carried up a lot of stairs. If you bring it, it will probably get wet. Things can change, but the river has been a little lower than usual and may require more paddling than prior years.
Cost is as follows:
Rent a boat from CO:

$75 to rent a canoe, minimum 2 per canoe at $37.50 each.
$20 for the third person in a boat.

Bring your own boat:

$20 per person.

The cost covers boat rental, gratuity for the drivers, charcoal, and lighter fluid.
Please download a liability waiver required for each person. Completing it at home and bringing it with you will speed up our departure.
Dates: July 29, 2017
Location: Spirit of the Suwannee Canoe Outpost
Registration (Bring Canoe/Extra Person): CircleBridge
Registration (Rent Canoe): CircleBridge

Ray Potts Summer Bowling #6
2017-07-23 17:00 - 18:30 | Bowlero, 10333 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32257, United States
Calling all Tribes!!
It’s time again to join your fellow Timucuan Federation members for our Annual Ray Potts Summer Bowling at Bowl America in Mandarin. After you have run all your errands, cut the lawn, cleaned the pool and bought the groceries, cap off your weekend with a tremendous opportunity to join your princess or brave for two games of scotch doubles bowling. The action begins at 5:00 pm on the following Sunday afternoons: June 11th, 18th and 25th and resumes on July 9th, 16th and 23rd. You must be present 3 of the 6 sessions in order to earn the coveted Summer Bowling Patch or compete to win one of the 3 best bowler trophies.
PLEASE make sure you register by 2pm on the day of each event to get the early registration price. This event is a great way to begin to accumulate Coup Points towards the End-Of-Year OWB Party. Your investment with your child is $9 for CircleBridge sign up and $10 for walk-ups. Mark your calendars now!!!
Registration Links
Week #1: Sun 6/11/2017 5:00 PM
Week #2: Sun 6/18/2017 5:00 PM (Father’s Day)
Week #3: Sun 6/25/2017 5:00 PM
Week #4: Sun 7/9/2017 5:00 PM
Week #5: Sun 7/16/2017 5:00 PM
Week #6: Sun 7/23/2017 5:00 PM

Ray Potts Summer Bowling #5
2017-07-16 17:00 - 18:30 | Bowlero, 10333 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32257, United States
