The Southern Ute Indian Tribe held it’s annual Employee Appreciation Day (EAD) Thursday, June 15. The day’s activities gave Permanent Fund and Growth Fund employees a range of enjoyment to choose from; rafting – hosted by Mild To Wild in Durango, movies at the Allen Theaters – Durango Stadium 9 and golfing – either at Glacier Club or Hunter’s Run. The Southern Ute Heritage Dancers performed various dances in the Three Springs Plaza, and a meal provided by Zia’s of Durango and desserts from Rez Girls Catering of Ignacio topped off the day.