We work toward creating a region where generations of Hopi and Dineh people can live and thrive in harmony with all of nature.īlack Mesa Trust is an organization born out of concern for the depleting water supply and it’s long range implications for the health and viability of the Black Mesa ecosystem and native people. The Mission of the Black Mesa Trust is to safeguard, preserve and honor the land and waters of Black Mesa. Navajo ride speaking for the protection of Black Mesa by Sierra Club We believe all waters: the aquifers, the springs, the lakes, the rivers, the oceans, the rain, the snow are joined together. Together with his twin brother, Paloqaawhoya (echoer), they work to keep the earth in balance. We believe Black Mesa handprint represents the spirit of Poqanghoya, (a weaver). Underneath lies untold wealth, which if used creatively with corn (mother), water (lifeblood), and planting stick (technology), will sustain future generations of our children forever. We believe Black Mesa represents the earth center, (Tuuwanasavi). This, we believe, was the beginning of the Fourth World of the Hopi. They were then instructed and challenged to create a truly sustainable society using these three things as cornerstones. They were shown three simple things an ear of corn, a gourd of water, and a planting stick. Here, on the fingertips of Black Mesa, our ancestors met Ma’saw and agreed to help steward the land in return for permission to remain here.

We believe Black Mesa is the final destination of our migrating ancestors. We are taught that our ancestors (moti sinom) journeyed through three worlds. It is our sacred homeland…a learning plaza for all.

In the Beginning was water, Paatuuwaqatsi…next land, Tuuvaqatsi… with help of Father Sun, Taawa, all life came to be.īlack Mesa deserves special protection. Your total amount is : 0.00 (Currency: USD)īlack Mesa Trust is a non-profit tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code Our Belief…Our Science…Our Challenge

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