Journey to Makah 2010

Welcome to Canoe Journey 2010 - July 19-24, 2010
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(reminder: these have not yet been finalized and are only drafts)

Protocol
(reminder: this protocol list is subject to change and is in draft form)

During their time at the Dancing Protocol at the 2005 Paddle to Elwha, the Makah Tribal Council, along with the Makah Canoe Society, announced their intentions to host the 2010 Tribal Journeys and invited all participants to Makah Territory in Neah Bay, WA-the furthest Northwest tip on the lower 48 Unites States.

Since the announcement and invitation was made, the Makah Tribal Council and Neah Bay Community have been busy preparing to host a truly remarkable and memorable Tribal Journeys. The setting for Tribal Journeys is nearly
perfect: Makah Territory includes an ideal beach for the exciting and much talked about Landing Event when all the canoes will land and ask for permission to bring their canoes onto the Makah shores, and picturesque camping areas.

The Makah Tribe has a rich history that includes songs, dances, language, but, most importantly, a history of treating guests of our nation with warm respect. As our guest, you will be taken care of as we would take care of one of our own. These are part of our teaching and customs that have been passed down for generations and continue to be taught to the next generation.

Every tribe and canoe attending the 2010 Tribal Journey will be given time to present their songs and dances, along with their own tribal words of wisdom and stories. The opportunity to share meals with all participants will be provided as well, which is one of the cornerstones of the Makah culture.

In short, we are certain of two things of your attendance: you will leave the 2010 Tribal Journeys with fantastic memories of the Makah Tribe & Tribal Journeys, and you will surely want to come back again!

Note from the webmaster: This site will be updated each weekend.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:Tribal Journeys is a drug and alcohol free event. Additionally, the Makah Reservation is a dry Reservation, and therefore alcohol is illegal within the boundaries of the Makah Reservation. Please respect the canoes and participants. The Makah Tribe is not responsible for any stolen or lost items.

CELL PHONES: Please be aware that the only cell phone provider in Neah Bay is Verizon. If you use your cell phone service that is not Verizon, be prepared to incur Roaming charges. Furthermore, we have been informed that in Neah Bay, AT&T cell phone service will bounce off the Canadian towers and will be charged for both roaming and International rates. We recommend that you either purchase a pre-paid Verizon cell phone, or refrain from using other carriers to avoid roaming charges.