“Thousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilized people are beginning to find out that going to the mountains is going home; that wildness is a necessity” ―
Mt. Hood (Oregon) from the East side near Dufur, Oregon
Posts Tagged ‘Muir
08
Oct
19
Solitude…
“The mountains are calling and I must go.” John Muir
Solitary rock climber in Joshua Tree N.P.
06
Feb
19
Ready to roll….
“I sauntered about from rock to rock, from grove to grove, from stream to stream…I asked the boulders where they had been and whither they were going….” John Muir
27
Jun
17
into the woods…
“Come to the woods, for here is rest. There is no repose like that of the green deep woods. Sleep in forgetfulness of all ill.” John Muir (unless there are mosquitoes)
Queen Anne’s Lace or Wild Carrot along a coastal river in Oregon
03
May
17
Above Sitka, Alaska…
“Thousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilized people are beginning to find out that going to the mountains is going home; that wildness is a necessity” John Muir
18
Mar
17
Sanctuary
“Keep close to Nature’s heart…and break clear away, once in awhile, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean.” John Muir
25
Jul
16
seeking something…
“Thousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilized people are beginning to find out that going to the mountains is going home; that wildness is a necessity” John Muir
08
May
16
Angles, altitude & attitude
“There is a love of wild nature in everybody, an ancient mother-love showing itself whether recognized or no, and however covered by cares and duties.” John Muir
