I had heard of John Muir and had cataloged him in my mind as an explorer and a eccentric character and both descriptions are supported by this amazing tribute to American nature by Ken Burns. I recommend it, of course, but it was Didier’s comment that made me think about just how influential our “wild” spaces are and how the writings and behaviors of John Muir reinforce that concept. If we do not experience the wild in the world-the untouched and the pristine, we are lessened by it. We bring that sentient knowledge with us no matter where we go. How much pristine nature is left in America-I do not really know, but I do know that in Arkansas there is quite a bit. It is not all preserved by the state or national government, but rather by the people themselves. I think it is probably like that across the nation.
It was Didier’s comment on the “Trekking” post that made me realize that no matter where we are we have to look in order to see.
The series, National Parks is airing on PBS now. I am not sure of the schedule, but it airs throughout the week here. You can also see the videos online http://www.pbs.org/nationalparks/
Eleanora,
Thanks for dropping by and leaving a note-always appreciated.
Rebecca :-)
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