Travelin’ and Livin’ Off the Land
Back-to-the-Land homesteaders in the 1970s were captivated by the idyll of self-sufficient mountain living.
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Bird Counting: A Christmas Tradition That Saves Lives (Really)
And a metaphor for counting your blessings instead of your losses and disappointments.
A Remembrance, in the Grand Canyon of the East
Our main objective was to hike the Gorge Trail in Letchworth State Park, to the three major waterfalls that are the highlight of this stunning place.
Experiencing the Magic of an Appalachian Bog
I’m not sure I can remember a time when I felt more attuned to the natural world than I did in that bog.
The Hidden Beauty of Spring Ephemerals in the Appalachians
Why is finding these small, delicate flowers so satisfying that I go looking for them every year?
Saving the Life of a Friend
I sang to the bird, told it not to fear the unknown, and that it was OK to let go of life, whenever it was time.
The Songs of Summer You Won’t Find on YouTube
Nature now provides the “heavy rotation” for me.
The Magnificent Willows of Western New York
For centuries, poets, writers and philosophers have been inspired by weeping willow trees. So have I.
The Healing Powers of Nature
For those who might be seeking to deal with grief in a manner both healthy and spiritual, here are ways nature can help you ease the pain.
I Got Slimed by a Whale (and Loved It)
I have been fascinated by whales since I read the Classics Illustrated comic book version of Moby Dick in the fourth grade. (I was rooting for the whale.) But for most of my life, wherever I went hoping to observe one of these magnificent marine mammals, they managed to elude me. I went on a […]