By Geri & David Turnoy

For the last three years, we have had the honor of hosting a Native American Canoe Journey on Orcas, and we have this special opportunity again this year. There will be a welcoming ceremony when several Native American canoes arrive at the Olga dock on Wednesday, May 21, between 2 and 3 p.m.

Highlighting Orcas hospitality, a community potluck dinner for locals and Native American canoe families will begin at about 5 p.m. at the Olga Community Club, and we hope you will all participate. We had a wonderful turnout and selection of dishes last year, provided by our generous Orcas folks. Starting around 6 p.m., there will be an evening program presented by our native visitors (referred to as “Protocol”), which is open to everyone. This is a unique opportunity to continue establishing intercultural relations with our native neighbors, some of whose ancestors called Orcas their home.

Potluck information

Please contact Geri Turnoy by email at davidgeri@rockisland.com or text at 503-548-7845 by May 15, as to whether you will be bringing a salad, bread, entrée or dessert. Please leave your name and contact information.

Please provide a small card that identifies the ingredients in your dish, so we can prevent allergy problems.

Please bring your potluck dish to the Olga Community Club by 4:30 p.m. on May 21, so we can begin serving around 5 p.m. Volunteers needed with: setup on Wednesday in the early afternoon; parking during event; cleanup after event is over; and other tasks as they come up. Contact us if you are willing to help with this event or if you have any questions.