Yerington Paiute Tribe of the Yerington Colony and Campbell Ranch facts for kids
Wilson Canyon near Yerington, Nevada
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| Total population | |
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| 1,200 enrolled members | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
 United States ( Nevada) |
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| Languages | |
| Northern Paiute language, English | |
| Religion | |
| Native American Church, Sun Dance, traditional tribal religion, Christianity | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| other Northern Paiute people |
The Yerington Paiute Tribe of the Yerington Colony and Campbell Ranch is a Native American tribe. They are a federally recognized tribe of Northern Paiute people. Their home is in western Nevada, in the United States.
Their Home: The Yerington Reservation
The Yerington Paiute Tribe has its own special land. It is called the Yerington Reservation and Trust Lands. This land is in Lyon County, Nevada.
The reservation was set up in 1916 and 1936. It covers about 1,653 acres (6.7 square kilometers). In 1990, 354 tribal members lived on this land. By 1992, the tribe had 659 official members.
The reservation has two main parts. The larger part is called Campbell Ranch. It is located north of Yerington. The smaller part is the Yerington Colony. This section is inside the city of Yerington.
The tribe's native name comes from two Northern Paiute groups. They were known as Taboose-ddukaka. This means "Nut Grass Eaters" or "Grass Bulb Eaters." The other group was Padutse-ddukaka, which means "Wild Onion Eaters."
Their Recent History
In 1937, the Yerington Paiute Tribe made their own rules. They approved their constitution and bylaws. This helped them become officially recognized by the United States government. They gained this recognition under the 1934 Indian Reorganization Act. This law helped many Native American tribes.
How They Earn a Living
The tribe runs several businesses to support their community. They own and operate the Arrowhead Market. This is a gas station and convenience store in Yerington. They also manage Campbell Ranch. This ranch grows alfalfa, which is a type of plant used to feed animals.
