From February 14 – July 8, 2011, the Long Walk 3 will take place across America. The 5,000+ mile walk is to raise awareness of diabetes, which is at epidemic levels across America. Hardest hit are Native Americans.

The Long Walkers will leave La Jolla, California on February 14, 2011 (Valentine’s Day – Heart Day) and arrive in Washington DC on July 8th. Walkers will split into two routes: North and South. Along the way, they will hold community talks about reversing diabetes and heart disease through diet and exercise.

The walkers will also launch a CLEAN UP MOTHER EARTH campaign by picking up trash along both routes.  This task is  a global, grassroots effort to promote harmony with our delicate environment.

Full details at http://www.nativevillage.org/Inspiration-/The%20Longest%20Walk%203.htm

NORTHERN ROUTE:

(see map)

Oregon: Feb 14 – Mar 4
Idaho: Mar 4 – Mar 14
Montana: Mar 14 – Mar 30
South Dakota: Mar 30 – Apr 14
North Dakota: Apr 14 – Apr 28
Minnesota: Apr 28 – May 8
Wisconsin: May 8 – May 22
Illinois: May 22 – June 1
Indiana: June 1 – June 12
Ohio: June 12 – June 22
West Virginia: June 22 – June 30
Virginia: June 30 – July 8

SOUTHERN ROUTE:

see map

California: Feb 14 – Feb 24
Arizona: Feb 24 – March 16
New Mexico: March 16 – April 6
Texas (panhandle): April 6 – April 8
Oklahoma: April 8 – April 28
Arkansas: April 28 – May 1
Louisiana: May 1 – May 17
Mississippi: May 17 – May 20
Alabama: May 20 – May 22
Florida: May 22 – June 12
Georgia: June 12 – June 19
South Carolina: June 19 – June 25
North Carolina: June 25 – July 2
Virginia: July 2 – July 8

Another great race has come to an end. This year was our 10th anniversary and we would like to give a big special thanks to Masaou Yamamoto and Piazza Trading who has sponsored our local race for the last 10 years. Without their support none of this would be possible. Also would like to thank all the volunteers and safety crew that make our race possible. Migwich friends!

Congratulations to this years winners. Upper devision boys we have Kenny Budreau & Gary Charwood. Upper devision Girls we have Paris Nicazio & Kelly Goose. Great race and have fun in Japan this year.

Tenth Anniversary!

For the last 10 years we have had the generous sponsorship of Mr. Masaou Yamamoto. We would like to give him a special thanks for all of his generosity, and life long support and influence on the Native Youth here in Leech Lake.

Congratulations to the 6 time women’s champs:
Michelle & Kelly Goose

Congradulations to the 2 time mens champ
Gary Charwood Jr. &
first time champ Michael Jordan Williams

I hope you have a great trip to the far east!

Event Details

Venue: Lake Nokomis, Minneapolis MN. Enter at north end of lake and look for signs.
Time: 9am–4pm
Award Ceremony: Yamamoto Cup Film Presentation
Participants: Participant should be a member of a nationally recognized tribe.

Canoe Race Age Category & Award

10–12 year old: 6-mile race/medal and cash award.
13–15 year old: 6-mile race/medal and cash award.
16–23 year old: 10-mile race/medal, cash award and all expense paid trip to Japan.

Contact Information:

Nowa Cumig Institute:
Tracy Gail, Email: ikwe_43@yahoo.com / Tel: 218-760-1679
Minneapolis Contact:
Clyde Bellecourt  Tel: 612-251-5836
Susan Bellecourt, Email: sbellecourt2@maicnet.org /  Tel: 612-251-5836

Onsite Guidance by Dennis Banks and Clyde Bellecourt

Registration closes at 9am the day of the race.
Call ahead to reserve your spot today, space is limited!

update on Mr. Banks,

he was involved in a car accident on the morning of December 7th, after falling asleep while driving near his home in Sugar Point, Minnesota.

he suffered a compression fracture of the spine, and after being hospitalized will need to wear a brace for 6 weeks or more.

Dennis is doing better and is resting comfortably in a nearby hospital, as the dr. has ordered LOTS OF REST,

The family is asking for your prayers for a speedy recovery!

any questions, plz contact
Darla Banks 1-763-354-9434
or Goodie
218-497-0194

miigwetch to everyone!
goodie!

Hope all is well with everyone!! I am doing well on this end!! in good spirits and good health!

We will be post-poning THE LONG WALK TO REVERSE DIABETES 2010 from Huntington Beach, California to Washington DC. until 2011!!!
Reason being were gonna need more planning time.

Your words, time & support have been greatly appreciated, and we will keep all of the contact information we have received on file.

Again,

THE LONG WALK TO REVERSE DIABETES 2010 (February 14 – July 14)
HAS BEEN POSTPONED TILL 2011.

MIIGWETCH,

Dennis J. BanksUpdate

~~I AM FREE, THANK YOU GREAT SPIRIT, I AM FREE~~

Next February 14, 2010, Harry Goodwolf Kindness & I will begin walking across America to call attention to Diabetes and its affect on our communities. If you want to join us – see us at HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA FOR THIS MOST HISTORIC JOURNEY!!!

–NowaCumig

A special Congratulations to our event winners in the Boys and Girls Upper Divisions. Paris Nicazio, and Leanna Goose took first place for the girls, and Aaron Simon and Tyler Zima won in the boys division. As a first place prize they will be taking an all expense paid trip to Tokyo Japan in November.

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