San Pasqual Band of Diegueno Mission Indians facts for kids
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San Pasqual Tribal Chairman Allen Lawson introduces a Habitat for Humanity project on the reservation, 2004
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| Total population | |
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| 950 enrolled members | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
| United States (California) | |
| Languages | |
| Ipai, English | |
| Religion | |
| Traditional tribal religion, Christianity (Roman Catholic) |
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| Related ethnic groups | |
| other Kumeyaay tribes, Cocopa, Quechan, Paipai, and Kiliwa |
The San Pasqual Band of Diegueño Mission Indians of California is a Native American tribe. They are part of the larger Kumeyaay people. The United States government officially recognizes them as a "federally recognized tribe." This means they have a special relationship with the U.S. government. Sometimes, people call them Mission Indians.
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The San Pasqual Reservation
The San Pasqual Reservation is the official land of the San Pasqual Band. It is a federal reservation, meaning the U.S. government set it aside for the tribe. You can find it in northeastern San Diego County, California. It is close to a town called Valley Center.
Land and History
The reservation is made up of five separate pieces of land. These pieces together cover about 1,380 acres (5.6 square kilometers). The original reservation was created in 1910. Today, parts of that original land are home to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park and Lake Wolford.
Who Lives There?
About 752 people live on the reservation today. Many other tribal members, around 435, live in the areas nearby.
How the Tribe is Governed
The San Pasqual Band has its main offices in Valley Center. They are led by a tribal council. This council is chosen by the tribe members in a democratic election. This means people vote for their leaders. Allen E. Lawson is the current leader, known as the tribal chairperson.
Tribal Businesses and Economy
The San Pasqual Band works to create jobs and support its members. They own and run several businesses.
Valley View Casino and Restaurants
The tribe operates the Valley View Casino. Inside the casino, they also have several restaurants. These include the Black and Blue Steakhouse, The Buffet, BLD's Cafe, and the Mainstage Bar. For sweet treats, they have Scoops Gelateria and Sweets Coffee Shop. All these businesses are located in Valley Center.
Woods Valley Golf Course
The tribe also owns and manages the Woods Valley Golf Course. This golf course is another business run by the San Pasqual Band.
Education for Tribal Members
Children and teens living on the reservation attend local schools. The Valley Center Union Elementary School District serves younger students. Older students attend schools within the Escondido Union High School District.
