Our organization was formed for Any and All Persons of mixed blood Aboriginal descent who self-identify as Metis (mixed blood) with good Hearts to come together.  Percentage of Indian Blood is not considered. Our interest is in our Metis traditions, values, culture, history, and the collective life of the Metis People. To read more, please see our Mission Statement.

We are not federally recognized. If you seek what you believe to be free college educations, land allotments, federal stipends for being Native American, please apply to the Nation of your heritage. We encourage you to follow all federal and state laws.

Before you join any Organization

As the internet continues to grow, more and more organizations are springing up seeking Membership, trying to figure out which one is right for you can be difficult. Here are some key points to consider:

Is the mailing address and phone number posted? Is it a business phone that someone regularly answers?

Are there real People with real names serving as Directors/Council of the organization? If not, why not?

Is there a Privacy Policy? If not, what are they going to do with your information?

What is the organization's Mission? Does it match what you are looking for?

Is the organization addressing their Mission through Programs and/or Services?

How does the organization support itself? If there are no dues, are there any benefits?

What do you want from the organization? Are you willing to give some of your own time and talents for the betterment of the Metis People? Or just looking for a 'free' ride and a card to put in your pocket and sit on?

Is the material presented straightforward?

And last, but certainly not least, what feeling do you get when you visit the website or talk to them?
 

The Metis Lodge ™

If you are of mixed blood Aboriginal Descent and you  seek the continuation of your Metis Heritage, to learn, to accept, to meet other People who share our unique heritage, to remember the Traditional ways of love, laughter, tears, to work for the common good; and you have a good heart, we await to welcome you Home. If you seek to create problems, cause hardships, or wreak havoc, we wish you well on your path elsewhere.

Completion of our Application, which includes your Aboriginal Ancestry Chart, your family history in your own words, and copies of any supporting documentation that you have, and $25.00 USD application fee. To receive an Application and Application checklist, please send us an e-mail or snail mail us at Metis Lodge, P.O. Box 130, Wilkesville, Ohio 45695-0130.  Unsuccessful candidates will have their application and application fee returned.

This year, successful candidates will receive a probationary 1-year Membership card,  At the end of the probationary period, you may be approved to Permanent Status at a cost of $15 USD, of which $5.00 is to issue a new Membership card, and $10.00 is applied toward that years dues.

Each year thereafter, dues are assessed January 1st in the amount of $15.00 USD, which establishes you as an Active Member. This helps the Metis Lodge to remain self-supporting and helps pay for establishing new Programs and Services, maintain our website including the area set aside for the benefit of our Members, our telephone, and office supplies. Those who choose not to pay their yearly dues are still Permanent Members, but are considered Inactive and not entitled to Membership Benefits, which includes mailings, seed distribution, and Member's Only access on our website.

Member Benefits

This year, successful US candidates  receive our 2006 Newsletter on CD Rom, a packet of Seeds from our Ancient Tobacco of our Ancestors program (certain restrictions apply**), and a Logo Decal. This fall, weather cooperating, Active Members will receive new Seeds** from this years Sustainable Ag program, information on planting, growing, harvesting, storage, and recipes.

You will also be able to Register and enter our Member's Only area of our Website. Here you will find interesting how-to articles, information on our current Programs, breaking news that affects us as Metis People, language lessons, articles on our history, and about Sustainable Agriculture. This area is updated regularly and continues to expand to better serve our Membership.

You will be a part of an organization that helps preserve the Metis culture for future generations to come.

When we work together, great things happen for our People!

**We must follow all State and Federal Guidelines, as a result not all Seeds can be shipped to all locations. For more information, please send an e-mail.