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MISSION STATEMENT The Longest Walk 2008 February, 11 - July 11, 2008 4,400 miles OUR MISSION:We walk with the message: All Life is Sacred, Save Mother Earth.We shall walk for the Seventh Generation, for our youth, for peace, for justice, for healing of Mother Earth, for the healing of our people suffering from diabetes, heart conditions, alcoholism, drug addiction, and other diseases.Through the elements of the seasons, we shall walk through the rain, snow, over mountains, high winds, through the heat and cold, nothing shall deter us from completing our mission: All Life is Sacred, Protect Sacred Sites.Let those who doubt, hear our pledge. Let those who believe, join our ranks. As we walk the final miles, by our side will be elders, families, children, people of all races, from many walks of life, the old and the new America. All Life is Sacred, Clean Up Mother Earth.OUR GOAL:The Clean Up America Campaign is an effort to clean up our country’s highways and roads by collecting debris found along the Longest Walk route. This monumental task will engage Walkers in a global effort at a grassroots level to promote harmony with our delicate environment.Longest Walk participants will carry specially marked trash bags to separate the collected refuse into trash bins and recycling bins. A rotating team of walkers will pick up trash along the way with trash pokers leaving a health trail of earth in their path.Frequently Asked Questions What is the Longest Walk? The Longest Walk 2008 – a 30 Year Commemorative will begin February 11, 2008 walking 5 months through 11 states including California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Virginia and Washington, D.C.Why are you walking? We walk to promote harmony with the Earth. We walk for the Seventh Generation, for our youth, for peace, for justice, for healing of Mother Earth, for the healing of our people suffering from diabetes, heart conditions, alcoholism, drug addiction, and other diseases. We walk with the message: All Life is Sacred, Save Mother Earth.We will clean our pathway as we walk? The Clean Up America Campaign is an effort to clean up our country’s highways and roads by collecting debris found along the Longest Walk route. This monumental task will engage Walkers in a global effort at a grassroots level to promote harmony with our delicate environment. Longest Walk participants will carry specially marked trash bags to separate the collected refuse into trash bins and recycling bins. A rotating team of walkers will pick up trash along the way with trash pokers leaving a health trail of earth in their path.Who can walk? The Longest Walk is open to people of all nations and cultures. We ask that you fill out a the Registration Form and abide by the code of conduct.Code of Conduct: • Respect for fellow walkers body, mind, soul and personal belongings • Be alcohol and drug free – a NO tolerance policy is in effect • No sexual harassment – a NO tolerance policy is in effect • No weapons of any kind (knives, guns, mace, pepper spray, etc.)Do I have a entrance fee to pay to join? No. There is no fee to join The Longest Walk.How do I get to Alcatraz Island to join The Longest Walk? You are responsible for your own transportation to Alcatraz Island.How will I get home from Washington, D.C.? You are responsible for your own transportation from Washington, D.C. We strongly recommend obtaining airfare to and from both locations if you plan on walking the duration of The Longest Walk. Unless you plan on bringing your own vehicle.What if I want to bring my own vehicle? We ask that you bring at least another driver with you, so there will always be someone available to drive the vehicle. The Longest Walk will help to cover gas expenses as much as possible if the vehicle is being used in a support capacity i.e. transporting Longest Walk goods (food, supplies, etc.).How can I get involved in my community? • Volunteer with your local state Longest Walk coordinator • Support the Longest Walk when they are in your community • Make a financial contribution or in-kind gift – see our wish lists for much-needed items! • Start a Clean Up Campaign in your neighborhood! First and always we must RESPECT ALL LIFE All of these guidelines have been designed for your safety, the safety of others and a respect for all! Register as a Walker1. Come with a good attitude2. Be on time for circle, meals, and activities3. Find ways to be helpful4. Use respectful language5. Bring, use and clean your own eating utensils6. Recycle, clean up, and leave no mess...anywhere7. Be fully responsible for your children at all times--designate helpers if necessary8. Dogs are welcome as long as you are completely responsible for them9. Dogs must be on leashes at all times10. When you leave the walk please take all your personal belongings, as we cannot be responsible for them later11. Please don't bring any drugs, alcohol, or weapons12. If you need a perscription medication, please make our medics aware of them13. Listening devices such as iPods and CD players will only separate us from one anotherWhen walking please observe the following:1. Walk behind the Eagle Staff2. Respect the drummers, they walk together3. Be aware of your surroundings4. Follow the rules of the road5. Observe others space and quiet (they may be in prayer)6. Pay attention to directions7. Be mindful of the flaggers8. Stay on the route9. Pay attention to traffic, cars are much larger and harder than a human bodyHere is a list of suggested supplies:1. Camping Equipment a. Tent b. Sleeping Bag c. Ground sheet d. Air mattress and repair kit e. Wash basin f. Camp lantern g. Flashlight h. Rain coat i. Waterproof matches2. Safety and Health Aids a. Insect repellents b. Sunscreen lotions c. First aid kit3. Camp Needs a. Pocket knife b. Sewing kit c. Heavy-duty tape d. Rope and clothes pins e. Compact tool kit4. Travel Aids a. Road maps b. Sunglasses c. Litter bags d. Camera e. Toiletries5. Kitchen Equipment – not required, but helpful if bring a car a. Camp Stove b. Fire starter c. Fry pan d. Sauce pans e. Coffee pot f. Heavy-duty aluminum foil g. Pot holders h. Mixing and serving spoons i. Cooking fork, tongs, spatula j. Kitchen knives k. Can/bottle opener l. Storage containers m. Cooler n. Ice pack o. Insulated jug p. Water container q. Dish pan r. Detergent s. Pot Scrubbers t. Plastic Garbage Bags u. Paper Towels6. Clothing a. (2) pairs of running/walking shoes b. comfortable walking gear: - waterproof jacket - microfiber shirts - boots (for cold nights) - outerwear (for cold nights) - lots of socks! - wool socks (for cold nights) - rain gear7. Personal Spending Cash
