
Mahkato Wacipi Committee Members
The Mahkato Wacipi is an asset to Native American communities as well as the Mankato area. Serving on the committee provides you with the knowledge that you have contributed to making your community a better place.
We are looking for leaders to help promote our mission and vision in various volunteer positions on the committee.
2025 Committee Leadership




Dan Zielske
Chair
Nyssa Ashes
Vice Co-Chair
Bill Taylor
Vice Co-Chair
Candi Petersen
Secretary

Suzy Hansen
Treasurer
Committee Members and Roles
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Nyla Ashes
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Gate Coordinator

Katie Boone
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Megan Bull Bear
Princess Contest Coordinator

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Dave Clobes
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Alice DeYonge
Volunteer Coordinator

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Valerie Guimaraes
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Ron Hamm
Photographer

Moninne Hardie
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Brad Hardt
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Marilyn Hardt
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Megan Heutmaker
Education Day Coordinator
PR and Social Media

Kelly Howard
Shirt Shack Coordinator

Will Jahnke
Grounds Coordinator - Co-lead

Starla Johnson
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Allene Ross
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Pending
Vendor Coordinator

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Education Tent Coordinator

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Contact Mahkato Mdewakanton Association
P.O. Box 45, Mankato, MN 56002
507-351-1198

