September 22 to 26, 2008 - Lakota Hemp Days

[Johnny]

If you happen to be in the area, be sure to visit the 7th Annual Lakota Hemp Days in Manderson, South Dakota from September 22nd to September 26th, 2008.

Lakota Hemp Days is a celebration of the sovereign right of the Oglala Lakota to grow Industrial Hemp on Pine Ridge.

Kiza Park is nourished and surrounded by Wounded Knee Creek, and is where the family of Oglala rancher Alex White Plume planted Industrial Hemp from 2000 to 2002.

Every year since, hemp enthusiasts from around the world have converged at Lakota Hemp Days, set against the striking South Dakota landscape.

Enjoy firsthand the making of finished hemp paper and other hemp products.

Original Lakota Art on pure hemp paper will be on display, and attendees are encouraged to create their own works and display their talents.

Take a horseback trail ride and learn more about the buffalo who freely roam Kiza Parl, or rent a tipi and just kick back.

Learn more about the wind and solar energy that completely powers the grounds, including the stage.

Attendees can visit the wild hemp fields, and shop a wide variety of hemp product from the Hempire vending station. Several games will be played, including disc golf, polo, croquet, basketball and volleyball.


Directions

Kiza Park is 3 miles north of Manderson, South Dakota on BIA Route 33, on the west side of the highway. The park is a nearly two-hour drive from Rapid City, SD, or a six hour drive from Denver, Colorado.

Kiza Park is on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, home of the Oglala Lakota. While on the Reservation you are a guest of the Oglala and respectful treatment of the people and the land are appreciated.