2025 Elders BBQ
On July 30th, Blue Lake Rancheria (BLR) held the annual Elder’s Summer BBQ. Elders came by to mingle, enjoy a delicious meal, connect, and learn. Debbora Winkle, BLR Title VI Nutrition Director put together this event and provided the delicious meals. After arriving, guests enjoyed refreshments, mingled with BLR Staff, and were able to stock […]
In Memory of Margaret Brundin
Today we remember Margaret Brundin on what would have been her 105th birthday. Margaret was one of those rare people who made a lasting impact without ever needing to be the center of attention. She was quiet but strong, warm but no-nonsense, and her love showed up in the little things—fresh-baked bread, a pot of […]
City of Eureka signs Memorandum of Understanding
Recently, the Eureka City Council agreed to sign a memorandum of understanding with Blue Lake Rancheria to asses the potential of turning Dock B in Eureka into a revamped regional economic and community asset for the Port of Humboldt Bay. Dock B is the 7.1 acre site behind Englund Marine & Industrial Supply. It has been […]
Leadership Redwood Coast
Recently, Blue Lake Rancheria‘s Communications Director & Tribal Administrative Assistant, Toni Ramos Brown graduated the Leadership Redwood Coast fellowship along with 26 other leaders throughout the region. During the graduation ceremony, Eureka Chamber of Commerce President Nancy Olson highlighted the lessons learned, and experiences the group had during the excursions they took part in. The […]
Honoring the memory of Philip R. Aycock
We honor the memory of longtime employee, 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽 𝗥. 𝗔𝘆𝗰𝗼𝗰𝗸. Phil was a beloved member of the Blue Lake Rancheria family and served the Tribe for over 30 years as an Accountant and Chief Financial Officer. He passed away in 2024, leaving behind a legacy grounded in love, community, and unwavering dedication. Today was his […]
Blue Lake Rancheria Tribal Police participate in Torch Run for Special Olympics
On Wednesday, June 18th, 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 participated in the 𝗟𝗮𝘄 𝗘𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗥𝘂𝗻 for Special Olympics in Old Town Eureka, along with other police departments across Humboldt County. Every year, Special Olympics supporters are paired with law enforcement personnel as they carry the Flame of Hope through areas of California. This […]
Sports Wagering Discussions
On Monday, June 9th, Blue Lake Rancheria (BLR) Chairman Jason Ramos hosted a Tribally led discussion on the future of sports wagering. The Sports Betting Alliance (SBA) presented a proposed framework for consideration—one that could create new opportunities for BLR and other Tribes across California. This conversation is part of an ongoing dialogue among Tribal Nations. Further […]
Indian Health Services Delegation visits BLR
On Thursday, June 12th, Blue Lake Rancheria (BLR) Tribal Chairman Jason Ramos and BLR Director of Tribal and Government Affairs Heidi Moore-Guynup had the honor of hosting a delegation from Indian Health Services (IHS) including: Ben Smith – Acting Director, IHS Beerly Miller – Director, California area IHS Cmdr. Martin Smith – Director, Office […]
Remembering Marina “Rena” Sunseri
Today, June 12, we celebrate the life of Marina Sunseri—and it’s hard to believe she’s been gone nearly two and a half years. While not a Tribal member, she was a beloved part of the Blue Lake Rancheria community and is deeply missed by all whose lives she touched. Rena, as she was affectionately […]
Robinson Rancheria Visit
This week, 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗮𝗺𝗼𝘀 and members of Blue Lake Rancheria’s (BLR) Sustainability & Resilience team welcomed Tribal Members and representatives from the 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗼𝗺𝗼 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗮. The visit focused on Blue Lake Rancheria’s clean energy transition and microgrid technologies—innovations that continue to inspire interTribal knowledge sharing and partnership. BLR and […]