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Report May 8, 2004:
Protocol: These are only
a few of the protocol items, as there will be more at camp.
This protocol is set so that there is no confusion between
the drum, and camps. Women on their moon (menstrual period)
may NOT attend this ceremony. You will be able to take photos
at the main camp only. Please come with only good intent
and positive energy, and be respectful to others, land,
and water. Bring something to contribute to the camp. Individuals
may bring their own crystals, please keep it to a minimum.
Each person bringing crystals will need to check in before
their crystals are brought to the site for further details.
Participants may bring prayer sticks, and prayer ties. Do
not cross in the circle when you first come to the drum,
always go around. No alcohol or mind-altering drugs allowed.
No campfires other than the two main campfires. There will
be only one ceremony around the drum for everyone to participate
in. Please do not just do as you would like, as this is
a ceremony, and you need to be mindful that your thoughts,
behavior, and what you say effect the energy around the
drum and camps.
Directions: Take U.S. 395
North to Lone Pine. Go left (west) at the only stop light
in town. This is Whitney Portal road. There will be flagging
out marking the way. Go up this road approx. 7 miles. Just
before the first switch back to whitney portal, there is
a road that veers to the right. Take this road to the forest
service sign where it gets nearer to Hogback creek, and
go left. Go to the end of the road. You will have to park
down lower from the main camp and walk in (<1/8 mi.).
Please park in the pullouts. If you have a trailer, you
may have to park it down on the graded road, and drive up.
From North: U.S. 395 south, Go right at the light in Lone
Pine, follow the directions above.
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