The older I get, and that is happening with terrifying speed, the more I realize that my chosen state, my own exquisite Florida, is not the same today as it was yesterday. And tomorrow will not be the same as today. There are few wayside parks where travelers can stop for a picnic and a lovely stretch before continuing on their journey, natural places are disappearing, our beautiful springs are in peril, and it’s because we’re losing our appreciation of our natural history and the natural beauty of our state. So, working as an individual, I really want to promote an awareness and appreciation for these things. Becoming a Master Naturalist has given me great tools to use in this effort.
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