Cedarville Rancheria facts for kids
| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 35 enrolled members, 26 rancheria population (2011) |
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| Regions with significant populations | |
 United States ( California) |
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| Languages | |
| English, Northern Paiute | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| other Northern Paiute people |
The Cedarville Rancheria is a special community of Northern Paiute people. It is a federally recognized tribe, which means the United States government officially recognizes them as a Native American tribe. This community is located in Modoc County, California, about 30 miles south of the Oregon border. The main part of the Rancheria is 26 acres in Cedarville, California. The tribe's main office is in Alturas, California, about 20 miles away. The tribe has a group that works to protect the environment. They help keep the Rancheria clean and teach young people how to care for our planet.
What is the Cedarville Rancheria?
The Cedarville Rancheria is a special area of land set aside for a Native American tribe. It is a ranchería, which is a type of small reservation. This land covers about 20 acres. The Cedarville Rancheria was started in 1914. In 1990, six people lived on 17 acres of the land. By 2010, the population had grown to 13 people. The Rancheria is located inside the town of Cedarville.
All members of the tribe can trace their family history back to an official list from July 18, 1954. The tribe has also started businesses to support their community. One of their first businesses was buying what is now the Cedarville Rancheria Public Scales. They also run a mini-mart and truck stop near the scales, right off the highway.
Who are the Northern Paiute people?
The Cedarville Rancheria is part of the larger group known as the Northern Paiute people. Before Europeans arrived, the Northern Paiute were very good at living in the desert environment around them. Finding food was a team effort. Everyone worked together to hunt animals and gather plants.
When Europeans came to the area, the Northern Paiute people faced many challenges. They were exposed to new illnesses, like smallpox, which caused many people to get sick.
How does the Rancheria support education?
The children living on the Cedarville Rancheria attend schools in the Surprise Valley Joint Unified School District. This school district helps provide education for the young people in the community.
