“Wilderness is not a luxury, but a necessity of the human spirit.” —Edward Abbey

“Wilderness is not a luxury, but a necessity of the human spirit.”

Edward Abbey American author

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Varyl Gargel from Gulfport, Texas SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
Nature is essential for my sanity.

Shawn Trarbach from Ellinwood Kansas SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
I agree

Margie Schramm from Florida SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
I’m not an outdoors person but I love what God has given us Io enjoy. Beaches, swamps, hills, valleys, mountains— all of the flora & fauna He have is to care for & enjoy!

Jeannie from Woodbury, NJ SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Yes and yes!!!

Ruthie from GA APRIL 26, 2017
Wise

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