All active or aspiring poets are invited to join this informal gathering to re-connect with wild nature through the art of poetry. As always, bring poetry to share, your own or a favorite poet’s, or a relevant prose reading. After sharing we’ll split up to wander, gathering observations and inspirations, or find a special spot to sit and write. This is why we’re here: once we leave the company of other people behind, we’re more open to what the woods may have to whisper in our ears. A little after noon we’ll re-converge for more sharing or just to talk. Don’t forget warm clothes, writing supplies, drinking water, shoes for hiking, bug repellent, a blanket or camp chair (optional).

Lake Charlotte Nature Preserve is a spectacular 200-acre section of the South River Forest that opened in 2021. The man-made lake has long been drained, but a century ago this was a semi-exclusive lakeside resort community; stone stairways, chimneys and foundations still dot the former lakeshore. We’ll meet at the main entrance on the south end. There is no parking lot, just a stretch of gravel up on the curb along the road. (The north entrance is little used and has even less parking.) Just inside the gate you’ll see a picnic table on your left — we’ll gather there for our sharing.

Click here for directions. I look forward to seeing you!

Earth blessings, Wing
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