We invite you to come with us on a 2-week voyage of adventure and discovery, which may challenge you beyond anything you have experienced before.

Kenneth Little Hawk and Grandmother Beverly, the
spiritual grandparents of the Gatherer Institute, have carried their message thoughout the world: We must consider the impact of today’s actions even down to the seventh generation.

The Stuff of Legends

On 7/7/07, 7 teams of 7 will set out on a 2-week trek across New Jersey and back. Seven generations from now, the walkabout will be remembered because over 1000 trees will be planted along the route.

The walkabout will be a team competition. Each team will compete against the others to complete tasks along the way. Each team will carry a camcorder, digital camera, tape recorder and journals. Supply vans will carry camping gear to our daily campsites. The whole journey will be filmed.

Training

Training will start in January. You will be trained physically, but also in filming and storytelling techniques. Your storytelling instructor is Grandfather Little Hawk, a Micmac - Mohawk Native American who is one of the greatest living Oral traditions Storytellers. Included in our training team is Mr. Bob Saunders, who is famous for having walked completely across the United States.



Particulars

The walkabout will cost $140 per individual. The price will allow us to provide meals for the walkers. We will need adult volunteers and participants. Teams and individuals will be accepted on a first-come, first served basis. Preparatory activities will begin January, 2007, but registration is open until all spaces are full. A special prize will be awarded for the participant who recruits the most people for our walkabout.

If You Can’t Afford the Walkabout

Our policy does not allow us to turn a child away because of an inability to pay. Scholarships are available. If you are interested in sponsoring a child, or are willing to donate equipment, time or expertise, please contact us
via Email: walkabout@CareForTheEarth.org
Or call: (732) 736-1223