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Hundreds to Join in Second ‘Longest Walk’ from Alcatraz to D.C.
Hundreds to Join in Second ‘Longest Walk’ from Alcatraz to D.C.
Protection of Mother Earth & Native American Cultural Survival
See the Longest Walk Calendar of Events Posted Below
Protection of Mother Earth & Native American Cultural Survival
See the Longest Walk Calendar of Events Posted Below
SAN FRANCISCO, CA -- On February 11, 2008, more than two hundred participants of the Longest Walk 2 will embark on a five-month journey on foot from San Francisco, arriving in Washington, D.C. on July 11, 2008.
Native American Tribal leaders, religious groups, environmentalists, teachers, students, and people from throughout the world are joining the walk with its peaceful and spiritual call to action to protect Mother Earth and defend Human Rights.
Our mission is to raise awareness about the planetary crisis by walking to reconnect with the land, increase respect for cultural diversity, stimulate dialogue about connections between nature and culture, and protect sacred lands and diverse spiritual practices.”
2008 marks the 30th anniversary of the original Longest Walk of 1978 that resulted in historic changes for Native America.
"In 1978, our communities faced many hardships such as non-existing religious rights and criminalization of our people who fought for cultural survival. This is why the Longest Walk was necessary.” states Jimbo Simmons of the International Indian Treaty Council. “As Indigenous Peoples in the United States our environment and our cultural survival are directly correlated and are still imperiled today. This is why we must walk once again.”
Thousands converged on the Nations Capitol in 1978 to join efforts that defeated 11 pieces of legislation in Congress that would have abrogated Native American Treaties.
In addition to this success, the American Indian Religious Freedom Act (AIRFA) of 1978 was also passed.
Veterans of the original walk and younger generations alike have been clear that the 2008 Longest Walk is more than a commemoration.
Open to people of all nations and cultures, the Longest Walk 2 is being organized by original walkers as well as the next generation of Native American activists.
Walkers will be documenting issues impacting the communities they visit.
The Longest Walk 2 will take two routes. The Northern route will travel the original route of 1978 across 11 states and 3,600 miles. The Southern route will follow the 2006 Sacred Run route across 13 states and 4,400 miles. Both routes will visit Sacred Sites along the way and bring awareness for protection and preservation of our Mother Earth. The Southern route will be launching a “Clean Up Mother Earth Campaign” where Longest Walk participants will work together to clean up our country’s highways and roads by collecting debris found along the Longest Walk route.
American Indian Movement Co-founder Dennis J. Banks states, “From Alcatraz Island to Washington, D.C., through the elements of the seasons, we shall walk; nothing shall deter us from completing our mission: All Life is Sacred, Protect Mother Earth.”
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BAY AREA
February 8, 2008: Friday
Welcoming Dinner at Intertribal Friendship House
Community Potluck -- Please bring a dish to share.
Presentations and slide shows of the 1978 Longest Walk.
In person registration for walk will open tonight.
6:00 -9:00 PM
Intertribal Friendship House
523 International Blvd
Oakland, CA 94606
510.836.1955
http://www.myspace.com/urbanreservation
February 9, 2008: Saturday
Longest Walk Kickoff Concert (5:00PM)
Star Nayea with special guests Andy Billy (KK Billy) and Chuck Billy of Testament, 7th Generation Rise, Blackhorse Blues Band, Jeremy Goodfeather and others TBA
Eastside Arts Alliance
2277 International Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94606
http://www.eastsideartsalliance.com/
Admission Fee: $25-40 sliding scale
February 10, 2008: Sunday
Longest Walk Benefit Show 6:30 PM
w/ One Struggle, Culture of Rage, Antithesis and others TBA
La Pena Cultural Center
3105 Shattuck Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94705
http://www.lapena.org/
$15-25 sliding scale
February 11, 2008: Monday
Sunrise Gathering 4:30 AM
Alcatraz Island
Ferry Fee: $14
http://www.alcatrazcruises.com/website/sunrise-gathering.aspx
Rallying Points:
8:00 AM
Breakfast/ Load up Gear
Intertribal Friendship House
523 International Blvd
Oakland, CA 94606
510.836.1955
http://www.myspace.com/urbanreservation
11:00 AM
Memorial Oak Grove
Peidmont Avenue and Memorial Stadium
11:30 AM
March to Hearst Museum and Sproul Plaza
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Rally Sproul Plaza
University of California Berkeley
Bancroft Way & Telegraph Ave.
1:30 PM
Glen Cove Burial Site
Vallejo, CA
3:00 PM Pena Adobe
6pm DQ University
Arrival of Alcatraz caravan ($2 per vehicle)
6:30pm Community Dinner and Potluck Feast
Orientation and Speakers
9pm movie night Reel Indians
Tuesday February 12th
Northern Route
8 AM Caravan of Northern Route to Sacramento Capitol
9 AM Arrive at State Capitol – Set up
10AM Press Conference at State Capitol
12PM Northern Route Walkers Leave State Capitol
1 PM Break Down at Capitol
Southern Route
6:00 am – 6:30 am: Shuttle Service to Rumsey Indian Rancheria
6:30 am – 7:30 am: Breakfast hosted by Rumsey Indian Rancheria
7:30 am – 8:30 am: Opening Ceremony
8:30 am – 9:00 am: Call to Action: Press Conference
9:00 am – 9:30 am: Walk Procession Begins from Rumsey to Cache Creek
9:30 am – 10:30 am: Arrive Cache Creek
10:30 am: Eagle staff runners depart for Rio Vista
10:30 am: Shuttle Service from Cache Creek to DQU
11:00 am: Arrive DQU
11:00 am: Committees meeting
12:00 pm: Lunch – Felipe's Chuckwagon
1:00 pm: Clean up DQU
4:00 pm: Depart DQU
5:00 pm: Arrive Rio Vista
5:30 pm: End of Day Circle
6:00 pm: Dinner – Felipe's Chuckwagon
7:00 pm: Cultural Exchange – singing, dancing, story-telling
8:00 pm: Committee Meetings –
Road Team
First Aid Team
Advance Team
Film Team
Clean Up Team
Flag Team
Kitchen Crew
Vehicle Coordinators
DQ UNIVERSITY
February 4th to February 8th
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS:
DQU grounds preparation
Volunteer leaders training
Supplies Needed:
Food
Propane
Firewood, Sweat Rocks, Canvas Covers for Sweat
Waste Management- trash haul off
Monetary donations to cover costs of 7 Sani-Can Porta-Pottys for 4 days
Cleaning Supplies- rags, buckets, bleach, mopheads
Additional Info: Chris 530-554-8377, Meño 408-914-1079 Jimbo 415-568-0826
Saturday February 9th
7am Leave to Clear Lake to join Bloody Island 100 mile run
8am safety meeting, briefing of volunteer committees
10am Brunch
Noon Orientation about the longest walk and what expected of the event participators
5pm Expecting Bloody Island Runners to Arrive at DQU
Upon arrival rally with speakers
6pm Dinner
7pm Movie Presentation Exterminate Them
Sunday February 10th
8am safety meeting, briefing of committees
1 pm Traditional Social Gathering
5pm Dinner
6:30 PM Evening Concert
Evening sweat at ceremonial grounds facilitated by Darrell Standing Elk
Monday February 11th
3am Caravan Leave towards Alcatraz Sunrise Gathering
8am safety meeting, briefing of committees
6pm Arrival of Alcatraz caravan ($2 per vehicle)
6:30pm Community Dinner and Potluck Feast
Orientation and Speakers
9pm movie night Reel Indians
Tuesday February 12th
Northern Route
8 AM Caravan of Northern Route to Sacramento Capitol
9 AM Arrive at State Capitol – Set up
10AM Press Conference at State Capitol
12PM Northern Route Walkers Leave State Capitol
1 PM Break Down at Capitol
Southern Route
6:00 am – 6:30 am: Shuttle Service to Rumsey Indian Rancheria
6:30 am – 7:30 am: Breakfast hosted by Rumsey Indian Rancheria
7:30 am – 8:30 am: Opening Ceremony
8:30 am – 9:00 am: Call to Action: Press Conference
9:00 am – 9:30 am: Walk Procession Begins from Rumsey to Cache Creek
9:30 am – 10:30 am: Arrive Cache Creek
10:30 am: Eagle staff runners depart for Rio Vista
10:30 am: Shuttle Service from Cache Creek to DQU
11:00 am: Arrive DQU
11:00 am: Committees meeting
12:00 pm: Lunch – Felipe's Chuckwagon
1:00 pm: Clean up DQU
4:00 pm: Depart DQU
5:00 pm: Arrive Rio Vista
5:30 pm: End of Day Circle
6:00 pm: Dinner – Felipe's Chuckwagon
7:00 pm: Cultural Exchange – singing, dancing, story-telling
8:00 pm: Committee Meetings –
Road Team
First Aid Team
Advance Team
Film Team
Clean Up Team
Flag Team
Kitchen Crew
Vehicle Coordinators
Native American Tribal leaders, religious groups, environmentalists, teachers, students, and people from throughout the world are joining the walk with its peaceful and spiritual call to action to protect Mother Earth and defend Human Rights.
Our mission is to raise awareness about the planetary crisis by walking to reconnect with the land, increase respect for cultural diversity, stimulate dialogue about connections between nature and culture, and protect sacred lands and diverse spiritual practices.”
2008 marks the 30th anniversary of the original Longest Walk of 1978 that resulted in historic changes for Native America.
"In 1978, our communities faced many hardships such as non-existing religious rights and criminalization of our people who fought for cultural survival. This is why the Longest Walk was necessary.” states Jimbo Simmons of the International Indian Treaty Council. “As Indigenous Peoples in the United States our environment and our cultural survival are directly correlated and are still imperiled today. This is why we must walk once again.”
Thousands converged on the Nations Capitol in 1978 to join efforts that defeated 11 pieces of legislation in Congress that would have abrogated Native American Treaties.
In addition to this success, the American Indian Religious Freedom Act (AIRFA) of 1978 was also passed.
Veterans of the original walk and younger generations alike have been clear that the 2008 Longest Walk is more than a commemoration.
Open to people of all nations and cultures, the Longest Walk 2 is being organized by original walkers as well as the next generation of Native American activists.
Walkers will be documenting issues impacting the communities they visit.
The Longest Walk 2 will take two routes. The Northern route will travel the original route of 1978 across 11 states and 3,600 miles. The Southern route will follow the 2006 Sacred Run route across 13 states and 4,400 miles. Both routes will visit Sacred Sites along the way and bring awareness for protection and preservation of our Mother Earth. The Southern route will be launching a “Clean Up Mother Earth Campaign” where Longest Walk participants will work together to clean up our country’s highways and roads by collecting debris found along the Longest Walk route.
American Indian Movement Co-founder Dennis J. Banks states, “From Alcatraz Island to Washington, D.C., through the elements of the seasons, we shall walk; nothing shall deter us from completing our mission: All Life is Sacred, Protect Mother Earth.”
###
BAY AREA
February 8, 2008: Friday
Welcoming Dinner at Intertribal Friendship House
Community Potluck -- Please bring a dish to share.
Presentations and slide shows of the 1978 Longest Walk.
In person registration for walk will open tonight.
6:00 -9:00 PM
Intertribal Friendship House
523 International Blvd
Oakland, CA 94606
510.836.1955
http://www.myspace.com/urbanreservation
February 9, 2008: Saturday
Longest Walk Kickoff Concert (5:00PM)
Star Nayea with special guests Andy Billy (KK Billy) and Chuck Billy of Testament, 7th Generation Rise, Blackhorse Blues Band, Jeremy Goodfeather and others TBA
Eastside Arts Alliance
2277 International Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94606
http://www.eastsideartsalliance.com/
Admission Fee: $25-40 sliding scale
February 10, 2008: Sunday
Longest Walk Benefit Show 6:30 PM
w/ One Struggle, Culture of Rage, Antithesis and others TBA
La Pena Cultural Center
3105 Shattuck Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94705
http://www.lapena.org/
$15-25 sliding scale
February 11, 2008: Monday
Sunrise Gathering 4:30 AM
Alcatraz Island
Ferry Fee: $14
http://www.alcatrazcruises.com/website/sunrise-gathering.aspx
Rallying Points:
8:00 AM
Breakfast/ Load up Gear
Intertribal Friendship House
523 International Blvd
Oakland, CA 94606
510.836.1955
http://www.myspace.com/urbanreservation
11:00 AM
Memorial Oak Grove
Peidmont Avenue and Memorial Stadium
11:30 AM
March to Hearst Museum and Sproul Plaza
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Rally Sproul Plaza
University of California Berkeley
Bancroft Way & Telegraph Ave.
1:30 PM
Glen Cove Burial Site
Vallejo, CA
3:00 PM Pena Adobe
6pm DQ University
Arrival of Alcatraz caravan ($2 per vehicle)
6:30pm Community Dinner and Potluck Feast
Orientation and Speakers
9pm movie night Reel Indians
Tuesday February 12th
Northern Route
8 AM Caravan of Northern Route to Sacramento Capitol
9 AM Arrive at State Capitol – Set up
10AM Press Conference at State Capitol
12PM Northern Route Walkers Leave State Capitol
1 PM Break Down at Capitol
Southern Route
6:00 am – 6:30 am: Shuttle Service to Rumsey Indian Rancheria
6:30 am – 7:30 am: Breakfast hosted by Rumsey Indian Rancheria
7:30 am – 8:30 am: Opening Ceremony
8:30 am – 9:00 am: Call to Action: Press Conference
9:00 am – 9:30 am: Walk Procession Begins from Rumsey to Cache Creek
9:30 am – 10:30 am: Arrive Cache Creek
10:30 am: Eagle staff runners depart for Rio Vista
10:30 am: Shuttle Service from Cache Creek to DQU
11:00 am: Arrive DQU
11:00 am: Committees meeting
12:00 pm: Lunch – Felipe's Chuckwagon
1:00 pm: Clean up DQU
4:00 pm: Depart DQU
5:00 pm: Arrive Rio Vista
5:30 pm: End of Day Circle
6:00 pm: Dinner – Felipe's Chuckwagon
7:00 pm: Cultural Exchange – singing, dancing, story-telling
8:00 pm: Committee Meetings –
Road Team
First Aid Team
Advance Team
Film Team
Clean Up Team
Flag Team
Kitchen Crew
Vehicle Coordinators
DQ UNIVERSITY
February 4th to February 8th
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS:
DQU grounds preparation
Volunteer leaders training
Supplies Needed:
Food
Propane
Firewood, Sweat Rocks, Canvas Covers for Sweat
Waste Management- trash haul off
Monetary donations to cover costs of 7 Sani-Can Porta-Pottys for 4 days
Cleaning Supplies- rags, buckets, bleach, mopheads
Additional Info: Chris 530-554-8377, Meño 408-914-1079 Jimbo 415-568-0826
Saturday February 9th
7am Leave to Clear Lake to join Bloody Island 100 mile run
8am safety meeting, briefing of volunteer committees
10am Brunch
Noon Orientation about the longest walk and what expected of the event participators
5pm Expecting Bloody Island Runners to Arrive at DQU
Upon arrival rally with speakers
6pm Dinner
7pm Movie Presentation Exterminate Them
Sunday February 10th
8am safety meeting, briefing of committees
1 pm Traditional Social Gathering
5pm Dinner
6:30 PM Evening Concert
Evening sweat at ceremonial grounds facilitated by Darrell Standing Elk
Monday February 11th
3am Caravan Leave towards Alcatraz Sunrise Gathering
8am safety meeting, briefing of committees
6pm Arrival of Alcatraz caravan ($2 per vehicle)
6:30pm Community Dinner and Potluck Feast
Orientation and Speakers
9pm movie night Reel Indians
Tuesday February 12th
Northern Route
8 AM Caravan of Northern Route to Sacramento Capitol
9 AM Arrive at State Capitol – Set up
10AM Press Conference at State Capitol
12PM Northern Route Walkers Leave State Capitol
1 PM Break Down at Capitol
Southern Route
6:00 am – 6:30 am: Shuttle Service to Rumsey Indian Rancheria
6:30 am – 7:30 am: Breakfast hosted by Rumsey Indian Rancheria
7:30 am – 8:30 am: Opening Ceremony
8:30 am – 9:00 am: Call to Action: Press Conference
9:00 am – 9:30 am: Walk Procession Begins from Rumsey to Cache Creek
9:30 am – 10:30 am: Arrive Cache Creek
10:30 am: Eagle staff runners depart for Rio Vista
10:30 am: Shuttle Service from Cache Creek to DQU
11:00 am: Arrive DQU
11:00 am: Committees meeting
12:00 pm: Lunch – Felipe's Chuckwagon
1:00 pm: Clean up DQU
4:00 pm: Depart DQU
5:00 pm: Arrive Rio Vista
5:30 pm: End of Day Circle
6:00 pm: Dinner – Felipe's Chuckwagon
7:00 pm: Cultural Exchange – singing, dancing, story-telling
8:00 pm: Committee Meetings –
Road Team
First Aid Team
Advance Team
Film Team
Clean Up Team
Flag Team
Kitchen Crew
Vehicle Coordinators
For more information:
http://www.longestwalk.org
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