Tag Archives: contemplative

A bittersweet visit with friends old and new

Posted on December 6, 2008 by Tom

This past week, I spent several days working on issues and opportunities with hundreds of other conservationists. We gather annually to collaborate and seek consensus. Sixteen years I’ve been doing this, and these past few years, I’ve been finding this … Continue reading →

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Norm will always stand tall in my memory

Posted on November 2, 2008 by Tom

Ring ring, sounded the telphone. “Hello Tom, this is Norm McClure.” An hour later — possibly two — and I would likely have several pages of notes in hand after another in-depth conversation with Norm about conservation and range management. This … Continue reading →

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Adventure touring on a scooter: priceless

Posted on September 30, 2008 by Tom

With a few days of vacation left, and great weather promised by the soothsayers on TV, I loaded up the Burgman 650 scooter and headed toward Mt. Rainier, Palouse Falls, and Mt. Adams. I found a campground to remember, and … Continue reading →

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