Natural Enquirer N e w s l e t t e r f o r S p r i n g Va l l e y S u p p o r t e r s a n d Vo l u n t e e r s
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In this issue...
A characteristic common to those who frequently carve out space in their lives to spend time immersed in nature is attentiveness to detail. Modern life, with its fast pace, the constant hum of traffic and the regular beeping and chiming of electronic devices, dulls our awareness of the rich sensual textures, sounds and smells of the natural world. This issue of the Natural Enquirer alludes to that deeper awareness still possible for all of us. Just as regular physical exercise tones and strengthens muscles and reflexes, time spent leisurely and quietly in nature strengthens our observational powers. With this heightened awareness, we can truly experience the abundant explosion of new life in springtime. We can also better understand the insights of our ancestors that led them to design gardens in imitation of nature. We can also become better stewards of our own home landscape, better able to notice subtle changes in the plants and other creatures that share our neighborhoods. While we are all encouraged to make New Year’s resolutions in January, there is no more inspiring a time than spring to make a resolution to get outside more often and exercise your senses.
Inside Bunny Tails and Spring Trails.............................2 High Times for Lazy Beds....................................3 What’s Happenin’.............................................. 4-5 Emerals Ash Borer...............................................6
Spring Valley General Information....................10 Volunteer News Contents Volunteern Want Ads...........................................7 Volunteer Calendar........................................... 8-9
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