Looking sharp for Bear Dance

Friday - May 30, 2014 by Robert L. Ortiz | The Southern Ute Drum

Southern Ute Law Enforcement officers of the Southern Ute Police Department and the Southern Ute Natural Resources Enforcement Rangers stand with Southern Ute Tribal Council members after their inspection.

Acting Chairman, James M. Olguin and members of the Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council conducted the annual inspection of the Southern Ute Law Enforcement officers in preparation of the Bear Dance on Thursday, May 22.

Natural Resources Enforcement Tribal Ranger Captain , Abel “Gus” Velasquez Sr., stands at attention during the inspection.

James M. Olguin shakes hands with Southern Ute Police Captain, Ray Coriz.

James M. Olguin shakes hands with Southern Ute Tribal Ranger Corporal Andy Beck.

Acting Chairman Olguin inspects the Southern Ute Tribal Rangers vehicles, he also inspected the Southern Ute Police Department units.

Photo Credit: Robert L. Ortiz | The Southern Ute Drum