Youth Council plants sobriety tree in honor of Earth Day
7/7/2015 10:00:00 AM - Youth Council

Natalie Shattuck, Editor 

During Earth Day on Wednesday, April 22, the Saginaw Chippewa Youth Council planted a white pine tree for sobriety and wellness in the community.

          “The daily growth of the tree represents community members, and showcases the daily struggle for those with addictions,” said Tonya Jackson, Youth Council advisor.

          The tree was planted in front of the Nimkee Public Health entrance.

          Youth Council, Tribal Chief Steven Pego, Council Chaplain Jennifer Wassegijig, SCIT Public Relations representatives, and Nimkee Clinic employees were in attendance.

          Kenson Taylor, social director for Youth Council, hopes the tree brings happiness to the community.

          “We (plant this tree) in a good way where our people come to get well,” Taylor said to those in attendance. “Miigwetch for joining Tribal Council, Youth Council and our community as we plant our gift of life.”