I think that Dr. Cronon has an interesting point in regards to people viewing wilderness as natural or artificial. I would have to agree, thinking of the wilderness as out “there” some people may be missing the nature in their own yards. I did not grow up going to national parks or wilderness areas however I was taught the names and types of fauna and flora that are native to Arizona by just spending time with my relatives in backyards.
For example, many people do not know the different between a frog and a toad. Many times I am in a situation when I am with someone, outside, after it had rained and the toads come out and I hear “Oh my gosh. Look there’s a frog!”
Thanks to my family for spending time with me outdoors and teaching me that wherever you are there is wilderness. I am able to take my knowledge and pass that onto others and open their eyes to the wilderness around them and that it is real no matter where they are.
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