1-8 Life in settled areas. There are two ideas at work here: (1) the "chain" symbolizes the bonds people feel in traditional patterns of life: and (2) the box-like shape indicates the closed-in feelings of those who yearn to leave.  
9-16 Decision to relocate. The "cross and cast" demonstrates the decision to leave home and family, and the "1/2 figure eight" represents packing and final preparations for the trip.  
17-24 Travel across the continent. This reel symbolizes the ins and outs, ups and downs of the journey.  
25-32 Arrival in new territory. Once again, two ideas for one figure: (1) the pattern depicts exploration of the new found territory: and (2) these eight bars of setting portray exuberance in reaching the great Pacific Northwest.  
33-40 Celebration of Washington statehood. The two reels on the side represent the dancers' celebration of their new status as citizens of Washington State.