UUCWI, 20103 SR 525, Freeland —
In 2013, an epic 1,200 mile journey from Astoria, Ore. to the headwaters of the Columbia river in Canada was undertaken in five canoes carved by Native American students. The canoes represent the five species of salmon that had returned annually to the upper Columbia but no longer do because of the Grand Coulee Dam. Like the dams elsewhere, this impoverished the many tribes along the river. Many sacred sites were flooded. This is the story of salmon, culture, treaty rights and ecosystems. Following the film, there will be a presentation about the plight of the southern resident orca and the campaign to remove the Snake River dams. This event honors salmon, orca and is in recognition of November as Native American Awareness Month. There is no charge. Donations appreciated. Sponsored by UUCWI Social Environmental Justice Committee.