She inspired me

In all the woods, all my life, where I have pitched a tent, the others there have all been white too. This lack of color in the campground does not go unnoticed by me. It isn’t about economic status it is about racism. Me, an older white woman, who makes me apprehensive when I’m out … More She inspired me

Change is real.

Hanging out on the ridge top with the ancients, drenched in solitude and the most unfathomable quiet, truly delivered space for calm and introspection. Tomhead Saddle – wow!Into that space rushed so much sadness. A sore heart and a little throat lump for people, and the planet. The wild is where I usually find solace, … More Change is real.

Connect/Reconnect

My passion and drive for this project is stronger than ever. I can feel in my heart that soon so many are going to need to connect/re-connect with nature and I’m excited to mark a path for them to follow. My house is full of family Sheltering- in- Place so I moved my writing den … More Connect/Reconnect

Take it Slow

NW Cali is a lush wonderland in Spring, saturated in green, mushrooms, dainty flowers, puffy clouds, sparkling dew. It’s a great time to visit the State parks before summer swarms or to camp in the inland mountains when the bears are waking up. Delectably wild this time of year! In the past, by now I … More Take it Slow