han , , , another year I am unable to attend this ride , , a difficult decision it was to turn down my uncle's invitation as he departed late this afternoon , , safe travels uncle Gus! Woulda been great to see uncle Jim
May WAKAN TANKA watch over my uncles, all the riders , the drivers, the families & the sunka wakan , , strength, protection & prayers - Grace High-Eagle

As I pray this morning, I lay tobacco on the ground and ask our Creator to watch over the rider's and the runner's. I also give thanks to the many that have provided food and shelter to all of them and to the horses. The Spirit's of the Ancestor's ride with you. This ride brings such honor to the 38 + 2 and their families. Many more are learning the true history of what really happened to our people. I ride with you in spirit. - Joy Maddox Dacus

Offered my prayers on this windy morning in South Louisiana. So proud of all of you...the riders, the helpers, the organizers and those that are touched by you along the way. Safe journeys today - Vicki Williams Barry

Thank you - healing and power to you - John Walton

Oyate club members at SWMU



With every ride, one, has the Vision, the Vision given to me back as Shield Keeper for our peoples by God and authentic Sioux nationhood in 98 only to confirm his loving plans for First Nations and his and our cause of genuine liberation, deliverance and freedom from the politics of this violent empire, creator will show us, what it means for the future of the Ochiti Sakowin Oyate! The Sun is Darken, How many see its Light? Wanbldi 2013 - Wanbli Okiczay

Watching the Presentation of the Dakota 38 movie in Marshall

my old horse and I pray together each morning~TODAY: I pray for Good food and friends to help the riders on their journey. That was scarce for the ancestors~I know the HEALING is GREAT! Thank you all for riding~Thank you to the horses~my other family is my horses~in my olderage and health problems I hang on to hope. - Pamela Kay Leverenz

Sending you safe travels and Harmony - Janet Roper

Riding into Morton

Sending Prayers this Morning on Sacred Smoke and Sound..... - Doug Luzar

Good morning all my friends/relatives. Wishing you all a good day and safe ride. - Alice Erickson

My brother-in-law Ray Redwing checks his grandson's horse before he goes on the Ride to Morton

sincerely wishing you all a relaxing night & prayers for todays ride - Tina Scheidle

.greetings from Palermo, Italy - Rosario Messina

~Prayers to all the Riders and the Horses who have been on this journey. Hope my Relatives from Sioux Valley & Canupawakpa arrive safely - Francine Faith

Is this Flicka or Susie?

Last night I decided to brave the wintery roads we have, to trek up to Redwood Falls to see the viewing of the Dakota 38+2 dvd, again. I don't care how many times I have seen it, it still hits me hard. It is sooo powerful with the message of forgiveness, healing and love. Was so good, too, to visit with Peter Lengkeek, greet Jake Iron Cloud with a belated 'Happy Birthday', listen to Sheldon Wolfchild talk of his lastest film 'Doctrine of Discovery' and special treat....watch Jackie Bird do a hoop dance. Frankie's presentation was very informative, a lot of questions answered for the audience. Great stories were shared and more 'friends' will be added to this page. It was worth the trip. Continued Prayers and Blessings to those involved in this Ride. - Abby Peawhisle

Dakota history being used as a tool to educate the next generation!! Historical accuracy is key and often can not be found in the history books in schools ...adding secondary source material to expand the historical context as it relates to Dakota U.S relations and Federal Indian Policy providing these students with additional information leading to a better understand of U.S. history and interpretation of truth!!! Thanks to educators who think outside the box and to the Dakota 38+2 Riders for bringing awareness to those near and far!!! - Oyate Duta Ob'Mani Jackson

I get chills watching just the picture and hearing the feet of the horses driving forward. Love - Terri Kaye

Please put a pin on Pietermaritzburg South Africa - soon there will be more pins from all over South Africa!!! I'm going to show the Dakota 38 movie to communities all over my beautiful country. It's an inspirational, moving, spiritually stunning movie that THE WORLD needs to see. Thank you Jim Miller for turning your vision into a reality for all to share - Sharlene Whiteley McGilvray

Thank you for the posts. It means a great deal to me to be able to see pictures and read of the activities. It helps me be with the riders and the people as the healing work continues. Thank you! - Gordon Eagleheart

we all pray for health...praying for safe passage for the riders and horses, praying for peace,and praying the ancestors are at peace.... - Debbie Snowolf Como

Richard showing how cold it is out there!!

Richard and LeAnne

Over 100 years ago Sitting Bull said, "Let's put our minds together and see what kind of life we can make for our children." That is happening now! The whole world is receiving the D38+2 message of "reconciliation through love" - thanks to social media. We are very grateful for this Facebook page managed by Gloria Hazel Derby & the maps created by Lou Fuentes as we follow the riders, the support teams & generous communities. Each of us is contributing news, photos and history, what a wonderful movement we are co-creating!

Thank you to everyone who has made this all possible; there are many ways people are supporting this beautiful story. I also want to shout out a thank you to the American Indian Institute at Bozeman, MT which has been the fiscal sponsor for the Dakota 38+2 since the first long ride to Mankato in 2008. It also helped raise funds for the Dakota 38 documentary, sponsored D38 film screenings around the country including San Quentin Prison & the Riders reunion at Spirit Lake, ND last November. Anyone wishing to donate to the Dakota 38+2 Ride may do so through the website, www.twocircles.org. Each donor will receive a receipt for their tax deductible donation.

As a trustee & Co-Vice Chair of the American Indian Institute, I am proud of our non-profit which has quietly supported traditional Indigenous Peoples across North America for over 40 years. Please learn more about our programs supporting the Traditional Circle of Indian Elders and Youth at www.twocircles.org.
- Lisa R Smith

Today my daughter, Mary Jane will join the ride to honor her grandfather, the late Michael "Buggs" Thompson, Jr. My dad participated in this ride each year, but got sick last year in Morton, MN. He passed away a few weeks later on January 3, 2013 after a courageous fight against cancer. Our family is so proud of Mary Jane for finishing out the ride for her Papa Buggs. Praying for safe travels, good weather and a good ride for her, my family, all of the riders, horses and helpers. - Aricka Rose

This young lady will be riding for her late grandfather

permission has been given by her mother to use this photo on here, Thanks Aricka

And the word is spoken, our Ancestors are proud! - Karin Moores

ohhh fresh water! mmmm

NOTICES
for Morton

Meals: all meals on Dec 20, 21, 22 and 23rd and breakfast on the 24th will be served in the Lower Sioux REC Center....
Fri, dec 20th: dinner - - Dakota Wicohan
Sat dec 21st: breakfast - - Dakota Women'sSociety
dinner - - Thompson Family
Sun dec 22nd: breakfast - O'Keefe family
dinner, Columbus Tiwahe
Mon Dec 23rd: breakfast - - Lower Sioux Health Department
dinner - - Lower Sioux Community
Tuesday, dec 24th: breakfast - -Cindi Wittwer
dinner - - Upper Sioux Community in Courtland
Sandee Geshick

and Mankato
By Dakota Wicohan

The Dakota 38+ 2 Ride.. .
Meals for Dec 25th Dinner at 6pm
and Dec 26th Lunch at 1pm
at the United Methodist Chruch at 325 Sherman Street in Mankato. The corner of Blegrade and Sherman in North Mankato. 507-625-3759
If you are staying at the Best Western the front desk clerks will provide maps and directions.
Please bring a dish to share with the riders and supports. Pidamaya ye -
Oyate Duta Ob'Mani Jackson

For donations of $ or food please contact Darwin at 507-430-5246, He can direct you.

Remember, Dec 26 the meal at 1:00 pm is for the runners coming from Fort Snelling and the Riders coming from Lower Brule. - Keith Nichols

We just hit our 2,000th member, Congratulations Kevin Dorman you are that member!!! - Gloria Hazell Derby

Duran

Matt Black Eagleman