EDITOR'S LETTER
Nothing beats the feeling of being in the middle of nowhere, alone with your thoughts. Whether it be backpacking through the High Sierras or remote camping by a lake, many of us know the feeling that sweeps over as you take in the scenery and sounds of nature. Do you remember your first time? Imagine having always lived in a city full of its noises: helicopters, sirens, people talking and moving, cars honking, construction—all the hustle and bustle. The change is both peaceful and frightening. All senses are on high alert because one doesn’t know what to expect. While it should be stress-free, the body is stressed with the unknown, mind racing, tension in the muscles. But then that moment comes when it all washes away and one can finally…
