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There are those who go to wild places intending to do things in them; there are those who go to wild places just to be in them. I am of the "be" persuasion. - Guy Tal The Road, 8-18-19 When it comes to nature enthusiasts, there are two primary types: those who go out to *do*, and those who go out to *be*.  The former are the likes of mountain climbers, hikers, trail runners, and, unfortunately, most nature photographers. These individuals use nature to perform an activity they enjoy. If nature no longer existed one day, they would likely find a new way to perform their act. And while to a *be* individual, this may seem sad and unfulfilling, there is nothing inherently wrong with it. Though t...

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