Are you a fan of puttering around in creeks and being stunned by stunning cliffs? Well, Zoar Valley, located near Gowanda, is just the place for you! Carved out by Cattaraugus Creek, Zoar Valley winds and turns, sculpting curves and cutting through steep rock. There are several entrances and trails to explore, as can be …
Earth Day: An Open Letter About Environmental Justice
It’s the 51st anniversary of Earth Day. And we’ve come pretty far. But, climate change is a marathon race, not a 100 yard sprint. We’ve got a long way to go, and we’re going to need drive, we’re going to need passion to get through to the end of the race. Not a short burst …
Motivational Plants
No, I am not going to talk about an elixir mix of herbal tea, or incense that gives you a spike of motivation. A “motivational plant” is a term I made up to describe plants that grow in interesting conditions or in interesting ways. Interesting conditions. Humans — often the well-off humans — have a …