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September 2019 - CITO Leave No Trace
Design notes from Chris:
When we walk the woodland paths we like to believe it's just us and nature together and so taking part in CITO events or even just practicing CITO on a regular basis is giving back to nature in it's truest form. We're removing traces of human impact so that nature is as pristine and pure an experience as possible for the next person.
I like to believe there's more to that magical feeling of communion with nature than just simply cleaning up after ourselves. What if that impact is life saving for the creatures of the forest? What if the spirits of the forest notice, too? Those small actions make all the difference to our world and theirs.
For this September I wanted to show a softer side of the fleeting grace of nature as we quickly slide into the cold season. Like the gifts of growth in summer, these magical times are short and should be treasured. So treasure the gift of nature and maintain it. Good works beget good works (I forget who said it, but I've always loved it!) and maintaining the concept of Leave No Trace is great work for anyone who enjoys the outdoors.
Thank you to everyone who participates in CITO. Whether at events, randomly on the trail or even just walking down the street. While small acts of kindness may seem trivial, they're not unnoticed and literally change the world and a very real way every day. For you, for me and for all the magical life of the wilderness, you're a hero!
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