Wilderness is a resource which can shrink but not grow... the creation of new wilderness in the full sense of the word is impossible.
Aldo LeopoldRead
What do we plant when we plant a tree? _x000D_ A thousand things that we daily see, _x000D_ We plant the spire that out-towers the crag, _x000D_ We plant the staff for our country's flag; _x000D_ We plant the shade from the hot sun free, _x000D_ We plant all these when we plant the tree.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Planting a tree symbolizes the investment in future benefits and values we create for ourselves and society.
The quote by Henry Abbey highlights the multifaceted significance of planting a tree, suggesting that it represents not just the act of putting a seed in the ground, but also the myriad of positive impacts it will have over time. It speaks to the contributions trees make to the environment, community pride, and the sense of heritage and hope for future generations, embodying both environmental stewardship and social responsibility.
Themes
TreePlantingNatureFutureEnvironmentLegacy
In practice
Example use cases
To inspire students in an environmental science class.
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