Honoring the Roots of Fallon
In the heart of Nevada’s Lahontan Valley lies a story thousands of years in the making. Long before modern Fallon took shape, this land was home to the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe, known traditionally as the Toi Ticutta — meaning “Cattail Eaters.” The cattails that once lined the Stillwater Marsh provided food, shelter, and livelihood, shaping a deep relationship between the people and the land.
The Tribe’s culture is woven from respect for nature, community, and balance — principles that continue to guide life in Fallon today. From ancient petroglyphs at Grimes Point to modern gatherings at the Fallon Colony and Reservation, their heritage remains a living presence in the region.
“Never take more than you need, always give back. Leave more than you took.”
— Toi Ticutta teaching
The Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe
The Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe has endured and evolved through centuries of change — from early stewardship of the Lahontan Basin to the challenges of colonization and modern reclamation. Today, they continue to preserve their culture while expanding opportunities for their people through education, housing, and sustainable development.
Their federally recognized reservation in Churchill County, Nevada remains a center of cultural vitality and economic innovation. The Tribe’s leadership is deeply committed to both protecting sacred lands and fostering partnerships that respect their heritage while paving new paths forward.
The Fallon Tribal Development Corporation (FTDC)
The Fallon Tribal Development Corporation serves as the Tribe’s business and economic arm, focused on building prosperity for future generations.
Established to promote self-sufficiency and sustainable growth, FTDC operates and supports enterprises that generate revenue, create employment, and strengthen the local economy.
Recent milestones include breaking ground on new ventures — including Desert Embers Dispensary — that bring quality services and jobs to the region while honoring the Tribe’s vision for balanced growth and self-reliance.
Promoting tribal entrepreneurship and business ownership
Supporting long-term economic independence for the Tribe
Partnering with ethical businesses that uplift the Fallon community
A Shared Vision for the Future
Desert Embers Dispensary is proud to stand in partnership with the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe and FTDC — honoring their history while helping build the next chapter of Fallon’s story.
With deep gratitude for the land and its first people, Desert Embers is more than a business — it’s part of a growing legacy of renewal, partnership, and pride in Fallon.
Together, we celebrate:
- Cultural Respect: Upholding the traditions and wisdom of the Toi Ticutta.
- Community Empowerment: Creating meaningful opportunities for local residents.
- Sustainable Growth: Investing in projects that serve both people and place.