Parade

Fourth of July Hemp Coalition's
40th Annual Smoke-In

Saturday, July 4th, 2009 Washington DC

The Peace Mile Parade To End the War on Drugs!

Marching past the White House, July 4th, 2000 The Parade assembles at 2:45pm at Lafayette Park.

The Parade begins at 3:00pm and turns South along 17th Street NW and proceeds to Constitution Avenue NW. At this location the Parade will disband to pass through a security check point, reassemble and march West on Constitution Aveune, ending at 4 P.M. at the ballfield located at 23rd and Constitution Ave. N.W.

What to Bring:

• Please bring a large peace-sign or a leaf design to hold up during the parade.

• Become part of the "Free DC Marching Band", bring a musical instrument such as a drum, horn, saxaphone or other acoustic musical instrument.

• Additional props should include a hand-held sign, banner or flag representing your home state and your message, such as "The Maryland Hempsters Local 420".

• A daypack including plenty of water, sun protection, your own food and some to share with others, trash bags and a poncho for thunderstorms.

• Please pick up your trash before you leave.

What Not to Bring:

• DO NOT BRING glass containers, alcohol, weapons or large quantities of contraband.

• No sticks poles or closed boxes.

• All signs, flags and banners must be hand-held in Lafayette Park and on the March.

• Irresponsible behavior will not be tolerated at this demonstration.

• The government's strongest case against ending marijuana prohibition is their claim that marijuana consumption is not a responsible choice. It's up to all of us to prove them wrong, so be on your best behavior, especially in Lafayette Park.