The Cherokee have always viewed the river as

"Long Man (Gunahita Asgaya)" whose head lay in the mountains with feet in the sea. Long Man (or Long Person) was a revered figure among the Cherokee as the one who provided water to drink, cleanliness, food, and numerous cultural rituals tied to medicine and washing away bad thoughts and sadness.

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Annually in the fall, numerous EBCI and regional organizations get together to honor the flowing waters of our region and to clean the banks and river bottoms. 

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This year everyone will gather on September 8th at the Wolftown Gym at 8:00 AM for a free breakfast, gather equipment, and break into groups. 

 

We would like to encourage EVERYONE to take some time to clean up a waterway near you. Post a picture using #honoringlongman