Quote for August 30, 2007

“It’s not the critic who counts. Not the man who points out where the strong man stumbled or where the doer of great deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena. Whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood. Who strives valiantly, who errs and comes up short again and again. And who, while daring greatly, spends himself in a worthy cause so that his place may not be among those cold and timid souls who know neither victory nor defeat.” – Theodore Roosevelt

Quote for August 28, 2007

“The conservationist’s most important task, if we are to save the earth, is to educate.” – Peter Scott

Quote for August 27, 2007

“This is the true joy in life, the being used up for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one; The being a force of nature instead of a feverish, selfish little clod of ailments and grievances, complaining that the world will not devote itself to making you happy. I am of the opinion that my life belongs to the community and as long as I live it is my privilege to do for it whatever I can. I want to be thoroughly used up when I die, for the harder I work the more I live. I rejoice in life for its own sake. Life is no brief candle to me. It is a splendid torch which I have got hold of for a moment, and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations.” -George Bernard Shaw

Nature Awareness Walk

On Tuesday, August 21, we went for a walk along Cherry Creek Path in Denver. Ford Church joined us and pointed out some plants and animal tracks. Here, we took a moment to record our observations by the creek.

Journal Discussions for Friday, August 24, 2007

This week we focused on introducing environmental issues in our community and how they relate to the idea of sustainability.  I would like you to first comment on what the term "sustainable" means to you and ways that it impacts your daily life. Once you feel that you have created your own definition for sustainable, you need to refer to the handout The Earth Charter and choose two principles to discuss. You should choose one principle the you think is the easiest to achieve and most realistic and explain why.  The second principle you discuss will be one that you feel will take the longest time and most effort to accomplish, and discuss how society will accomplish this principle.  Remember that the principles are the numbered sections throughout the article. If you have questions about how to compose a journal entry, or what the expectations are, please refer to the Journal Entry handout that you received in class last week.

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Quote for August 24, 2007

“Whatever course you decide upon, there is always someone to tell you that you are wrong. There are always difficulties arising which tempt you to believe that your critics are right. To map out a course of action and follow it to an end requires courage.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Web Journal Assignment #1

On Tuesday, we took a walk along Cherry Creek Path to explore our surroundings and to expand our awareness of the natural world. We learned about wide-angle vision to tap into our peripheral vision, we identified plants along the way and learned about some of their many uses, tried to identify some animal tracks, and we took a few moments to record what we saw, felt, heard and smelled. In your own words, what is nature awareness? In the context of this class, (which is a blend of outdoor skills and tackling an environmental issue in the community to help change the world) why is nature awareness important to develop?

Quote for August 23, 2007

“By the strength of my arm, by the sight of my eyes, by the skill of my fingers, I swear, as long as life dwells in me, never will I follow any way but the sweeping way of the wind.” –

Everett

Reuss

Quote for August 21, 2007

"If we use resources productively and take to heart the lessons learned from coping with the energy crisis, we face a future confronted only, as Pogo, once said, by insurmountable opportunities. The many crises facing us should be seen, then, not as threats, but as chances to remake the future so it serves all beings." – L. Hunter Lovins and Amory B. Lovins

Introduction to CAP Website

Welcome again to the Community Adventure Program!  Students:  I would like to hear some feedback from you on what your initial impressions of the course are.  I encourage you to comment on what you hope to gain by taking this course, and to describe what positive skills and attributes you may be able to contribute to the community action project that we will undertake this quarter.  You may also comment on one of the daily quotes that are posted to this website.

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