Spring Equinox Ceremony Saturday, March 22, 2025

CHALON INDIAN NATION

Our Mission

The mission of the Chalon Indian Council of Bakersfield is to develop tribal resources, protect and preserve Native American heritage and cultural traditions, seek Federal recognition for our descendants, assist Native Americans in pursuing higher education assist with seeking their tribal affiliation and to promote and refer healthcare services to Native Americans.

Chalon Homelands

Pinnacles National Park

Chalon and Esselen survivors of Mission Soledad homelands encompassed significant portions of Monterey and San Benito counties including all of present day Pinnacles National Park.

Photo Gallery

Carmelita Estrada with grandchildren Isabella and Jonathan

Bakersfield American Indian Health Project is building an Indigenous Edible & Medicinal Garden in th

Edible Garden. From the left Manuel Garcia, Nora Alonso, Alyeah, Isabella and Bridget Escalera

David Soto of the Kern County Fire Dept giving a tour of the fire station.
David is the Grandson of

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