Tomorrow’s Walk of Support information

You have a chance tomorrow, Sunday, Feb. 4, at 11 A.M. to step out into what looks to be a beautiful, sunny Durham day and do something to show support your support for the three young men framed by Durham’s recently elected rogue DA and certain DPD officers.

Here's the Walk’s who, what, when and more

Who’s sponsoring it?

The Concerned Duke Mothers and Duke Students for Ethical Durham. The Moms have been fighting for justice just about from the moment Nifong began the frame-up. DSED worked hard to defeat Nifong in the November election. They’ve stayed in the fight for justice.

Once more about when.

It’s tomorrow, SUNDAY, FEB. 4 in Durham.(see exact times below)

Where?

There are two walk routes. Along the way the groups from each route come together and end their walk at Duke’s Koskinen Stadium which is near Wallace Wade Stadium and close to the Fuqua Business School.

The Routes?

ROUTE #1 (Courthouse) - Durham County Judicial Building to Duke’s Koskinen Stadium. The Walk on this route will start at 11am. The length of this route is estimated as two miles.

ROUTE #2 (Alternative) This is a shorter route from Duke’s Nasher Museum to the Koskinen Stadium. The walk on this route will start at 11:15am. The length of this route is estimated as half a mile.

Below is more information passed to me by the always helpful folks at Friends of Duke University.

Is there a map of the two routes?

Yes, here is link to such a map: Map of the Walk of support routes.

Where to park and how to get to the Walk?

If you are participating in the regular Walk, we recommend that you drive to Durham and park at Court House’s parking facility. At the end of the walk, there will be a shuttle bus to take you back to your car at that location.

If you are participating in the alternate Walk, we recommend that you park at Duke’s Bryan Center parking facility. Then, you can catch the shuttle bus that will be running between Duke campus and Durham Judicial Building between 10 am and 2pm and get to your destination and back.

Do not park at the Koskinen Stadium parking lot. There is a Duke basketball game tomorrow at 2pm and that parking facility will not be available for our purposes. If you park there, you will run the risk of getting a parking ticket or being towed.

What about transportation tips?

Yes, as mentioned above a shuttle bus will be running between Duke and Durham County Judicial Building between 10 and 2pm. There will be tents setup with a sign “Shuttle Here” on both ends of the bus route. This is how you will identify exactly where the shuttle will stop. Please approach those tents and ask when the next arrival or departure rime of the shuttle bus is.

Will Duke know about the Walk?

Yes, Duke University is aware of the walk. The University has kindly agreed to make the Duke Policy available to direct traffic on campus for the duration of the walk. We expect the traffic situation to be very orderly.

Does City of Durham know about the Walk?

Yes, the necessary permission for such a gathering has been obtained by the organizers of the Walk.

What about signs and banners?

We ask that you prepare and bring your own home made signs. Make sure your signs are respectful of the purpose of the Walk. The organizers of the walk emphasized how important it is that this Walk be carried out in the most orderly and dignified manner.

Dress?

Dress comfortably in Duke blue, Central Maroon, Carolina blue, State red or any other color that suits you. If you arrive early, you may be given Lacrosse t-shirts to wear. However, only 35-40 of those will be available, so do not count on getting one. It is especially important to wear comfortable walking shoes.

Latest information and announcements?

In the event there are last minute announcements or updates on the Walk, you may consult the following thread on FODU’s discussion board: "Concerned Mothers Walk – Updates and News."

What can those planning to participate in the Walk do to help?

The most important thing you can do is to come out and join the walk. If you can bring friends along that is a plus. Also, try to be as orderly, peaceful and respectful of your fellow participants (and others you may run into) as possible. Bring along thoughtful signs that express what our objective is – to show support to Reade Seligmann, Collin Finnerty and Dave Evans.

What can those who are unable to attend the Walk do to help?

First make sure you have contacted your friends who may be able to attend the Walk and urge them to do so. It is important that that the Walk is attended well. Aside from this most important aspect, you may help in two other ways.

First, if you have not already done so, be sure to sign the following petition to show your support to Reade, Collin and Dave. Concerned Alumni and Faculty and Friends .

Second, whether you have already done it or not, you may consider contributing a small amount to the legal defense fund in lie of the Walk that you could not attend. This too will be a good way to show your support to Reade, Collin and Dave on this special day. The lowest amount you can contribute to the defense fund through the ATAF website is $50. If that’s too high, you may send a check for a smaller amount (details available on the website). What matters is that you participate in some small way in the spirit of the day and show your support to this cause.

Let us make the Walk of Support a successful one and a positive experience. Let us show our support to Reade, Collin and Dave. Good luck and thank you to all those who are participating in the Walk tomorrow.