Kahtnuht’ana Dena’ina
All presentations are from noon to 1 p.m.
July 12 – Site closed for Dena’ina Wellness Center anniversary
July 19 – Fish Harvesting and Processing
July 26 – Site closed for an employee appreciation event
August 2 – Dena’ina Song and Dance Lessons
August 9 – Nich q’a q’aditin (atlatl spear) Throwing Lessons
August 16 – Historic Darien-Lindgren Cabin Presentation
August 23 – Traditional Harvest and Uses of Moose
August 30 – Inter Tribal Drumming Lessons
Kenaitze Administration • (907) 335-7200
Dena'ina Wellness Center • (907) 335-7500
Education and College and Career Support • (907) 335-7667
Tyotkas Elder Services • (907) 335-7280
Na’ini Family and Social Services • (907) 335-7600
Kenaitze Tribal Court • (907) 335-7219
PLEASE NOTE – There will be no services Friday and Saturday, Jan. 16-17, due to weather.
Carrie provides personal training sessions and fitness consultations in the Wellness gym at the Dena’ina Wellness Center. She leads group fitness classes with a focus on improving function, strength, stamina and balance.
Suzanne J. Jackson was sworn in as a Qiz’unch’ Tribal Court Judge in July 2025.
Judge Jackson became interested in serving on the Court because she wanted to be more involved with her Tribe. She has a desire to serve the community and give back. She was also inspired by her mother, Rita Smagge, who served as a Tribal Court Judge.
Judge Jackson has also served on the Tribe’s Elders committee.
Judge Jackson strives to administer justice in a compassionate way that strengthens our community. She is a team player and works to collaborate with all involved to come to a sound decision. She understands that each decision deeply affects people’s lives and is committed to doing what is just and fair.
Krista Holloway was sworn in as a Qiz’unch’ Tribal Court Judge in September 2025.
Dr. Larsen provides comprehensive eye exams for un’ina of all ages. His services include eyewear prescriptions and contact lens fittings, with experience in specialty and RGP contacts. Dr. Larsen also handles medical visits from diabetic high-risk exams to foreign body removal.
Dr. Larsen earned his doctorate in Optometry at the University of Houston and a bachelor’s degree in Biology from Brigham Young University. He is certified by the American Board of Optometry and has been practicing primarily in private practice settings since 1998.
Dr. Larsen started wearing glasses at age 4, leading to his interest in eye care. He finds it rewarding to use his skills to help people see their world better. He appreciates the opportunity to help in diagnosing and preventing systemic health conditions.
Dr. Larsen and his wife have six children and two grandchildren. When he’s not serving un’ina, he enjoys photography, riding motorcycles, road and mountain biking, hiking, and video games.
Gary Corder was sworn in as a Qiz’unch’ Tribal Court Judge in May 2025.
Russell J. Wilson was sworn in as a Qiz’unch Tribal Court Judge in September 2018.
