Stephen Fellows- Native American Movie

During the semester we watched a movie discussing the importance of nature to various Native American tribes. These tribes felt that these specific areas were sacred and considered them their churches. These tribes are now fighting to protect these areas from encroachment by tourists and businesses. Some of the businesses have tried to accommodate them but they have not done enough. And the American government has not helped or supported the Native Americans in their attempt to protect their sacred sights. These Indian sights are in danger of being destroyed, but at the same time some of them are evolving. New people are visiting them and viewing them as sacred. While the Native Americans do have a claim to these sights as sacred places there are also many other people who visit them and get a religious experience. There is a growing connection with nature on the part of many Americans. Even if there are those who ignore nature and the sacred landscapes there are many who are discovering a connection or spirituality that they previously did not feel.