Whether it is for a minute, a day, or longer, try to find time to immerse yourself in the outdoors. The clean air, reduced distractions, and unadulterated beauty are not only wonderful to behold but can actually improve your state of mind and health. And on the same token, it is imperative that we keep our natural spaces free from human destruction. These places serve to keep us sane in a world full of constant multitasking and endless stimuli. However, corporations view these spaces as sources of profit. Whether it is what is on the ground or in the ground, these areas are seen not for their importance to the whole, but to a select few. These areas are beneficial to each and every one of us, and it is up to us to protect them. Whether you make it out into the wild daily or once in a blue moon, the importance of these areas only grows as they continue to shrink the world over.
Stream in the Cascade Mountains near Snoqualmie Pass, WA.
Stream in the Cascade Mountains near Snoqualmie Pass, WA.