On Nature
Living in Colorado, writing about nature. Sometimes on a bike, sometimes on skis, sometimes on two feet. Exploring the cross section of psychology and the natural world.
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The Loss Close to Home (opens the original)
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It was reported recently, than an iconic landmark in Colorado is now gone. St. Mary’s Glacier has completely melted, and is now just a large swath of rocks. This isn’t a yearly occurrence, as the snow field has existed in this space through countless summers, with intrepid skiers enjoy the slopes in the heat of August. You could hike its frosty path, and feel the sun on your back, will sloshing through the icy ground in no more than a pair of shorts. Now though, the only thing that remains of th
They Want to Own Your Walk in the Woods Too. (opens the original)
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The Truth They Choose to BelieveRecently in the Washington post, an opinion piece titled “Like Hiking? Thank the Industrial Revolution” was published. With the subtitle “A hike through the woods feels natural. It’s anything but. The industrial revolution provided the impetus, the income and the time to do it”. The publication is of course owned by a tech billionaire, and the opinion piece goes on to vaguely (and poorly) connect the dots that big industry is the reason
Of Subtlety and Seasons (opens the original)
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What No “Prompt” Can Prepare You For. (opens the original)
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A Note from Tyler...I had a totally different article planned for today. It was scheduled, all set to go, and then I read about the following story. It gave me pause. This is something I have written about before:Nature is Not Transactional The Great Outdoors, The Great Disconnect
It is Always Up to Us. (opens the original)
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