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East Bay | U.S. | Racial JusticeHundreds to Join in Second ‘Longest Walk’ from Alcatraz to D.C.
Hundreds to Join in Second ‘Longest Walk’ from Alcatraz to D.C. 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.” ### 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  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SF - DC "For some of us, the longest walk never ended."
More than a commemoration. This is a movement. THE LONGEST WALK 2 CALLS FOR YOUR SUPPORT AS WE
EMBARK ON A SPIRITUAL WALK FOR SURVIVAL FROM ALCATRAZ TO D.C. We take this opportunity to invite you to be part of an historic event, The Longest Walk 2008. On February 11, 2008, Longest Walk 2 participants will embark on a five-month journey taking two routes 8,000 miles across Turtle Island to Washington, D.C. arriving on July 11, 2008. In commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the historic Longest Walk of 1978 that resulted in historic changes for Native America, hundreds of communities are participating in the Longest Walk of 2008 to raise awareness about issues impacting our world environment, to protect Sacred Sites and to clean up Mother Earth. Longest Walk 2 is part of many communities ongoing commitment to protect sacred sites, cultural preservation, and to create awareness about the environment. Both routes will visit Sacred Sites across the Nation and promote educational awareness for Sacred Sites protection and preservation. We are walking to promote positive change in our world. The Longest Walk 2 invites veteran walkers that participated in the 1978 Longest Walk and we reach out the new generations of the future to join us. Our message is: ALL LIFE IS SACRED. Support The Longest Walk in its fundraising and organizing efforts! Your involvement can include the following support efforts: Assist with Outreach within your organization and community. Volunteer to organize a welcoming as The Longest Walk arrives within your community. Assist in gathering supplies: We need many items along the routes such as Socks, Shoes, Warm Coats and Rain Jackets, Tents, Sleeping Bags, etc. Access to Food Banks along the route will be an invaluable resource. A full wish list can be found at http://www.longestwalk.org. We need a vehicle: We are searching for the use of a vehicle preferably for the entire walk but any portion of the walk will be helpful. A large van or bus is ideal to transport people and store supplies. Provide local housing: We are asking folks to open their homes, community centers, or assist in organizing overnight housing. If you can provide housing within the Bay Area, or along the Northern or Southern routes, please email lw08housing [at] gmail.com We need funds: This is a grassroots based effort supported by individual donations. There are a number of benefit shows that will be held in the coming weeks to raise funds (please see the website for more details). Gas cards and gift certificates are also accepted. If you, your group or organization would like to sign on as a supporter of our efforts, please fill out a sponsor registration form on the registration page of http://www.longestwalk.org . With your permission, we will publish your organization/group/individual name on our website. If you would like for your donation to go towards a specific route, supplies or efforts, please make sure and specify your requests on the sponsorship form. We thank you for any and all help that you are willing to give to this historic occasion. WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT! http://www.longestwalk.org |
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