The midstory is sparse. Fire is an integral part of these forests. So at times, I can feel the heat of the gentle fire and smell the smoke as it quietly disperses. Aldo Leopold defined land health as a vigorous state of self renewal. Here are healthy forests, dynamic and changing.
People feel a deep sense of connection with their environment.
Developing a vision of a desired future condition is an act of love. People focus on what truly matters to them, what they really want. Love is also a guiding principle in effective human interaction. Assessing how things are today is an act of telling the truth. Creative tension provides the energy needed to accomplish great acts.