Members

Cowlitz Tribal Enrollment Department

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Enrollment

Enrollment Department

Our goal is to provide support and coordination of services for Cowlitz Indian Tribal Members—advancing the Enrollment Department’s mission, vision, and values through efficient, proficient, and effective member services.

Use the quick tasks below to update your information, request an application, or access services.

Quick Tasks

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Update Contact Info Update address, phone, and more. Open Member Portal
ID
Request Tribal ID Email headshot + mailing address. Email Enrollment
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Request Application Review criteria and request an application. Go to Request
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Hunting & Fishing Licenses & reimbursement steps. Go to Licenses

How It Works

1

Check Criteria

Review eligibility requirements before requesting an enrollment application.

2

Request Application

Call Option 3 or email Enrollment with the required information to request an application.

3

Submit & Follow Up

Provide required documentation and follow up with Enrollment if additional information is needed.

Cowlitz Indian Tribal Enrollment Criteria

All enrollment applicants must meet all criteria below to request an enrollment application.

  • 1
    Lineal Descendant

    Applicant must be a direct lineal descendant of a Cowlitz Indian.

  • 2
    Parent on Roll

    Applicant must have a parent (mother/father) living or deceased on the Cowlitz Tribal Roll.

  • 3
    Age Requirement

    Applicants must be between the age of 0–18 years old (must apply before your 19th birthday).

Request an Enrollment Application

Request an enrollment application by calling 360-577-8140 (Option 3), or email your request to enrollment@cowlitz.org.

Include: full name, date of birth, Tribal parent name, and address.

Services & Programs

Photo Tribal ID Cards

Email a clear headshot picture + your mailing address to enrollment@cowlitz.org.

Email for ID Request

Elder Vests

Members 60+ can receive one free vest. Call (360) 577-8140 (Option 3) to request an application.

Call Enrollment

Burial / Funeral Assistance

Members are eligible for up to $4000 for themselves or a spouse.

Cowlitz Indian Tribe
Enrollment Department
PO Box 2547 Longview, WA 98632

Download Application (PDF)

Update Contact Information

Update by phone, email, or the portal.

Begin Your Update

Hunting & Fishing Licenses

Expand sections below for steps and reimbursement details.

Option 1: Complete the Online Form
Option 2: Schedule an Appointment

To schedule an appointment, tribal members will use this link instead of calling or emailing:

Hunting and Fishing License Appointment - Longview 

Note: Create a WDFW Wild ID here: WDFW Wild System – Login.

Non-Resident Rule
  • A non-resident Washington State license through the Tribe, OR
  • Reimbursement for an out-of-state license through Enrollment.
Reimbursement Steps

Email receipts to enrollment@cowlitz.org and include:

  • Full legal name
  • Date of birth
  • Cowlitz Enrollment Number
  • Photo of license showing type, cost, date purchased, and time period covered
Covered Licenses List
  • Annual Combo Fishing / Shellfish License
  • Freshwater License
  • Annual Razor Clam License
  • 3-Day Combination Fishing License
  • Deer + Elk + Bear + Cougar (Hunter Safety required)

Uncovered items include endorsements and reprints.

Enrollment Update

6/3/2025 — NEW MEMBER PORTAL. We are excited to announce the launch of our new Member Portal. As part of this update, you are able to update your contact information and request new ID cards and more. 

On 6/3/2025 and 6/4/2025 members received an email with instructions to create their Member Portal account. Once registered, you'll be able to update your enrollment information and explore additional features and resources available.


 

Have questions about the program?

For Enrollment eligibility questions and Enrollment application requests, please contact the Enrollment Department.

Our Locations

Longview Office

1055 9th Ave, Longview, WA 98632
Dianna Edison
Enrollment Officer
Phone: (360) 577-8140
Hours: Monday to Friday 8am-12pm and 1pm-5pm
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