Quileute PeopleLa Push, Washington

Our Partnership Teams live and work with the Quileute people in La Push, a tiny fishing village on the Pacific coast of the Olympic Peninsula.

A Brief History of the CommunityFor millennia, the Quileute people have used long boats to catch fish, whales and seals in the sacred waters near La Push. They are the “children of raven” and have no language relatives in the region.

Community ProjectsIn the past, teams have worked on a variety of projects in La Push, such as building an outdoor amphithe-ater, gardening, beach cleanup and creating a home for the Self Help Drumming Group, a support group for drug and alcohol recovery.

Site Specifics Airport: Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) Language: English, QuileuteFood: Salmon, vegetables, fruit, sandwiches, coffee and milk Lodging: Communal lodging

What will we do? Each day, the team and the community will meet to plan the day’s schedule. Some of these activities may include:

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Extend your trip Hike Hurricane Ridge and Hoh National Rain-forest, both parts of Olympic National Park.

Relax on an Olympic National Park beach and see hot springs and beautiful waterfalls.

Visit the Space Needle for amazing views of Seattle before you head back to the airport.

Reflecting on shared experiences with the team and developing a greater knowledge of the community

Collaborating on community efforts like refurbishing buildings, gardening and other projects with elders and youth

Participating in a weekly drumming circle with the community

Enjoying freshly caught salmon next to a bonfire on the beach in the evening

Listening to stories shared by the elders to gain a greater knowledge of the community

Building relationships by sharing a meal or playing games