Event
Adult Learning Summer Series: Nature, the Storyteller at Minnewaska
Monday, July 1, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Join Josh Grosse, Student Conservation Association/AmeriCorps Environmental Educator, for a discussion about the long association between nature and the oral and written traditions in human cultures. From the Lenape and Zulu creation stories to the biblical Garden of Eden, the natural world around us has been deeply intertwined in our belief systems. Our outing will include a four-mile, round trip walk to the tranquil Echo Rock, where we will listen to some of these stories and explore their significance. On our return trip, we will look at the natural landscape of Minnewaska, discussing things like talus and trees, and aligning their existence with notable historical events to build perspective on our relationship with the world around us. Participants should come prepared with appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear, plenty of water, and food to sustain themselves. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
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