As we continue to build bigger, more expansive and industrial cities, and climate change poses a greater threat than ever, we must redefine what “nature” is. We cannot spend all our energy preserving magnificent natural landscapes to only forget about the nature at our door that is being destroyed. It is crucial to maintain andContinue reading “What is Nature? Importance of a New Definition”
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What is Nature? Traditional Definitions of Nature in America
The American idea of “nature” is rooted in the vision of early settler-colonists as they crossed over to the Americas in the 1600 and 1700s. With many settler-colonists arriving from countries like England, the expanse of seemingly open space was shocking and exciting to the founders of colonies like Jamestown, Williamsburg, and later Boston andContinue reading “What is Nature? Traditional Definitions of Nature in America”
Adjusting to Life at Full Speed
In the midst of a busy college semester, I cannot help but think about life just over a year ago. In the height of lockdown life seemed to slow down. Everyday moments grew in importance; they were all we had. Daily walks through my neighborhood swelled to a new place in my routine, followed byContinue reading “Adjusting to Life at Full Speed”
Suggested Reading
Family Friendly Activity Ideas 101 Outdoor Adventures to Have Before You Grow Up by Stacy and Jack Tornio The Kids’ Outdoor Adventure Book 448: Great Things to Do in Nature Before You Grow Up by Stacy Tornio and Ken Keffer Research Based Writing Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder byContinue reading “Suggested Reading”
The Project Outside 