Adventures of Woods and Seas

<P>The outdoor realm encompasses a vast array of sites-- water land wetlands--for us to embrace explore and enjoy. Subsistence recreation knowledge and spiritual teachings are available from the woods and seas. The roles of naturalist hunter photographer fisherman trapper canoeist spiritualist boat captain hiker and adventurer are a sprinkling of hats worn by the souls fortunate enough to venture forth into the outdoor world.<p> Fate and interests being what they may pointed me even nudge me into this woods and water realm. Yes good fortune placed a smattering of outdoor folks in my path. Ranges of expertise spanned from the best in their respective fields to dedicated souls. Above all they freely shared their outdoor lore and experiences.<p> This grouping of outdoor folks shared if not purpose intensity of pursuit of their specific outdoor discipline. Often opinions varied on the use of a resource ranging from exploitation to preservation. The majority of participants however operated on a mid-level of conservation (wise use). <p> The purpose of this book <b>Adventures of Woods and Seas</b> is to share and expose the vast range of outdoor experiences available. With knowledge we may avoid fighting over the proper use of our resources. Let's share this wonderful outdoor realm and the passion of various pursuits. One user group might not fully embrace or understand the motivation of the other. However the interest the passion of pursuit are based on similar footings. The resources provide the mutually shared stage. Let's protect this stage together. This outdoor world is finite fragile--in need of shared stewardship.<p> Yes I've been blessed with outdoor opportunities that allowed the wearing of many hats. Fisherman photographer hunter naturalist sailor are some coming to mind. Locales of experience range from urban ponds and wood lots to equatorial temperate and sub-arctic areas around the globe. <b>Adventures of Woods and Seas</b> is a colorful compilation of a variety of outdoor pursuits destinations and philosophies of use.<p> The sequel volume to <b>Adventures of Woods and Seas</b> is underway. Further journeys embrace backyard farm ponds of New England sub-arctic wilds of Canada rain forests waters of Central America the Pacific realm the continental northwest the Hawaiian Isles. Focus again will be on the flora fauna and people of each region.<p> On a recent October morning an urban wood lot walk well within city limits produced numerous outdoor sightings: Red foxes chasing mice rafts of colorful wood ducks milling about an ancient nearly albino (white) whitetailed deer ghosting along the wood lot edge mourning doves collecting on tree branches and monarch butterflies assembling in preparation for riding the north winds to Mexico for the winter.<p> I paused reflected the <b>Adventures of Woods and Seas</b> will never cease!<p> Join us! Open your eyes heart and spirit to the great outdoors.