Sharing Samish’s legacy at marine educators conference

Cultural director Rosie Cayou James of the Samish Indian Nation tells a conference of marine educators in Mullis Community Senior Center Thursday about the traditional marine stewardship practices of the islands’ First Peoples.

Cultural director Rosie Cayou James of the Samish Indian Nation tells a conference of marine educators in Mullis Community Senior Center Thursday about the traditional marine stewardship practices of the islands’ First Peoples. Looking on is Michelle Johnson of the Samish Nation. About 100 people attended the conference. Other cultural events are scheduled this week.