Author: Quinn Grover Publisher: U of Nebraska Press ISBN: 1496211804 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 246
Book Description
Longtime fly fisherman Quinn Grover had contemplated the “why” of his fishing identity before more recently becoming focused on the “how” of it. He realized he was a dedicated fly fisherman in large part because public lands and public waterways in the West made it possible. In Wilderness of Hope Grover recounts his fly-fishing experiences with a strong evocation of place, connecting those experiences to the ongoing national debate over public lands. Because so much of America’s public lands are in the Intermountain West, this is where arguments about the use and limits of those lands rage the loudest. And those loudest in the debate often become caricatures: rural ranchers who hate the government; West Coast elites who don’t know the West outside Vail, Colorado; and energy and mining companies who extract from once-protected areas. These caricatures obscure the complexity of those who use public lands and what those lands mean to a wider population. Although for Grover fishing is often an “escape” back to wildness, it is also a way to find a home in nature and recalibrate his interactions with other parts of his life as a father, son, husband, and citizen. Grover sees fly fishing on public waterways as a vehicle for interacting with nature that allows humans to inhabit nature rather than destroy or “preserve” it by keeping it entirely separate from human contact. These essays reflect on personal fishing experiences with a strong evocation of place and an attempt to understand humans’ relationship with water and public land in the American West. Purchase the audio edition.
Author: Quinn Grover Publisher: U of Nebraska Press ISBN: 1496217969 Category : Nature Languages : en Pages : 248
Book Description
Longtime fly fisherman Quinn Grover had contemplated the “why” of his fishing identity before more recently becoming focused on the “how” of it. He realized he was a dedicated fly fisherman in large part because public lands and public waterways in the West made it possible. In Wilderness of Hope Grover recounts his fly-fishing experiences with a strong evocation of place, connecting those experiences to the ongoing national debate over public lands. Because so much of America’s public lands are in the Intermountain West, this is where arguments about the use and limits of those lands rage the loudest. And those loudest in the debate often become caricatures: rural ranchers who hate the government; West Coast elites who don’t know the West outside Vail, Colorado; and energy and mining companies who extract from once-protected areas. These caricatures obscure the complexity of those who use public lands and what those lands mean to a wider population. Although for Grover fishing is often an “escape” back to wildness, it is also a way to find a home in nature and recalibrate his interactions with other parts of his life as a father, son, husband, and citizen. Grover sees fly fishing on public waterways as a vehicle for interacting with nature that allows humans to inhabit nature rather than destroy or “preserve” it by keeping it entirely separate from human contact. These essays reflect on personal fishing experiences with a strong evocation of place and an attempt to understand humans’ relationship with water and public land in the American West.
Author: Shannon Polson Publisher: Zondervan ISBN: 031032825X Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 250
Book Description
After author Shannon Huffman Polson's parents are killed by a wild grizzly bear in Alaska's Arctic, her quest for healing is recounted with heartbreaking candor in North of Hope. Undergirded by her faith, Polson's expedition takes her through her through the wilds of her own grief as well as God's beautiful, yet wild and untamed creation--ultimately arriving at a place of unshaken hope. She travels from the suburbs of Seattle to the concert hall, performing Mozart's Requiem with the Seattle Symphony, to the wilderness of Alaska--where she retraces their final days along an Arctic river. This beautifully written book is for anyone who has experienced grief and is looking for new ways to understand overwhelming loss. Readers will find empathy and understanding through Polson's journey. North of Hope is also for those who love the outdoors and find solace and healing in nature, as they experience Alaska's wild Arctic through the author's travels.
Author: Russ Moore Publisher: Gatekeeper Press ISBN: 9781662916083 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 444
Book Description
Everyone goes through the wilderness. But not everyone makes it to the promised land. We all know what it's like to feel trapped in the most painful seasons of life. To taste the tears, wince under the pain, and watch our best days fade away into the past. In other words, we know what it's like to feel stuck in a desert. Fortunately, there's hope. The words inside are liquid hope to drink while you walk through whatever wilderness you're in. You'll laugh and you'll cry. Light bulbs will pop in your mind, strength will flood your soul, and direction will surge to your feet. And in the end, you'll find a way out. In refreshing honesty and down-to-earth style, Russ draws revelation, humor and strength from his own story along with a strange people out of the pages of Scripture who endured their own wilderness journey. He paints a compelling picture to lead us out of the fog and agony of our toughest seasons and into new places of perspective, clarity, healing and courage. You may be in the fight of your life. But you don't have to die there. Nor do you just have to survive. You can learn how to thrive. In fact, your best days just may be up ahead.
Author: Bill McKibben Publisher: Milkweed Editions ISBN: 1571313001 Category : Nature Languages : en Pages : 250
Book Description
Divided into three sections, Hope, Human and Wild profiles the efforts of three caring communities to preserve wilderness and reverse environmental devastation. They include the reforestation of McKibben's home territory, New York's Adirondack Mountains; solving traffic and pollution problems in the densely populated Curitiba, Brazil; and how the citizens of Kerala, India have demonstrated that quality of life doesn't depend on overconsumption of resources. This edition features a new introduction that revisits these places and explores how they've changed over the years.
Author: Edith Hope Fine Publisher: Enslow Publishing ISBN: 9780766011465 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 134
Book Description
A biography of the outdoor adventurer and author, whose writing includes adventure stories, historical novels, sports books, and nature stories.
Author: Andrew Balmford Publisher: University of Chicago Press ISBN: 0226036014 Category : Nature Languages : en Pages : 280
Book Description
This book tries to answer that question through a global journey in search of places where conservation efforts mean things are getting better, not worse an attempt to understand conservation success, celebrate it, and learn from it.
Author: Wildlands League Publisher: Willowdale, Ont. : Firefly Books ISBN: Category : Nature Languages : en Pages : 298
Book Description
The breathtaking wilderness next door Located above the dense population centers of northern Michigan and New York, the province of Ontario hosts vast areas of primal wilderness. Islands of Hope celebrates the preservation of the raw nature of these areas in word and picture. The book features 130 spectacular photographs that capture the spirit and essence of the northern wilderness. The photographs are by such first rate nature photographers as Freeman Patterson and Courtney Milne. Forty-three contributions by writers describe the magic and beauty of specific sites, such as Algonquin Park and Temagami. Other essays detail the efforts to protect the wilderness for future generations. Among the contributing writers are Margaret Atwood, Loraine Monk and Alec Ross. The book is organized in six major sections, each with a number of essays: History and attitudes Regional introduction The Canadian Shield The Hudson Bay Lowland Youth and nature Thoughts for the future Compelling essays and riveting photography make Islands of Hope an exceptional addition to the libraries of nature lovers, photography buffs, environmentalists and travelers.
Author: Hope White Publisher: HarperCollins Australia ISBN: 1867247461 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 216
Book Description
Trapped in the mountains with a killer…can they get out alive? After nearly drowning in a remote Montana river, Dr. Brianna Wilkes can’t remember how she got there — or why someone’s trying to hurt her. But her rescuer, Jacob Rush, won’t let her face this danger alone. When hiding Brie puts Jacob and his daughter in the path of killers, can they survive the wilderness and a killer who wants Brie silenced? Mills & Boon Love Inspired Suspense — Courage. Danger. Faith.
Author: Jeff Rotich Publisher: ISBN: 9780578786704 Category : Languages : en Pages : 136
Book Description
One of the greatest challenges that can ever be experienced is living without hope. Hope is very important to us. It's like fuel to a car engine, without fuel, an engine, no matter how much horsepower it has, cannot start. Without hope, we can't stay on course towards our destinies. Without hope, we will falter by the wayside. Many people have at one time or another needed hope to get them through their trials. We often hear people cry of hopelessness in the last minutes before they take their lives. If they had hope, they would have a reason to live on. Like most people, Jeff has found himself more than ever in need of hope. The hope that only comes from God. Hope to live for another day. Hope to overcome his trials. Hope to stand and keep standing even with everything around him failing. Hope to see his purpose and dreams come to fruition. Jeff wrote this book because at one time he had found himself without hope. This book, A Glance of Hope is a story of courage, resilience, and hope in God. Jeff shares his amazing journey of hope in dealing with life challenges. He has encountered many trials and wilderness experiences and has overcome great challenges that have made him who he is today. Jeff is a true testimony that your dreams are not over no matter the circumstances that you may be in. With God on your side and A Glance of Hope, you can overcome any challenges and achieve your dreams. You may be on a wilderness journey of your own, a terminal illness, COVID illness, divorce, unemployment, cancer, financial trouble, legal trouble, prison, or feeling hopeless. Know that the struggles and situations you face are intended to be stepping stones for God's purpose to be fulfilled in your life. God is able to turn things around. He is in the restoration business to make you hope again, dream again, and have a purposeful life. Trust in Him and let His will be done in your life.