Summer Sensitivities
Smith River, CA -Wild River Del Norte County (Del Norte County has the most wild rivers in all of CA) I think back to the summer of 2019 when Marcus and I took a kayak trip down the Smith River in Smith River CA. We live minutes to Jedediah Smith National Forest and we could not pass up a July trip right in our backyard. So we joined a group of visitors and foresters and kayaked down the Smith River. All I can say is it was outstanding. Crystal Clear waters, quiet, and the smell of pine with real live visions of eagles and bears. The genuine stuff that a veritable river (one that has never been dammed) offers to our planet; to all peoples, mineral, plant, animal and humans. What a gift. As I reflect on that trip and sit in my literal backyard with my residential racoon, squirrels, slugs, a myriad of birds, occasional bear, cougar and ancient trees; I am so honored and filled with gratitude that I am in presence with the aliveness of place. I am so grateful to be here. When I