Category Archives: Nature Poetry

Shadows Then Light – Wolf Ridge 2016

Posted on July 30, 2016 by Lawrence Wade

Old Naturalist: The Hopkins Field Biology Camp has been run by Scott Stillman for 18 years. He recently received a “Life Changer” award for his work with children and nature. During this year’s camp, I was surrounded by natural beauty, … Continue reading →

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Art from the Heart of the Earth

Posted on March 28, 2016 by Lawrence Wade

Chinese ink and Brush paintings – James Gregory I like painting nature because in order to paint I have to get out of my analytical mind and actually see the scene in order to paint it. This experience of turning … Continue reading →

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Walking in Two Worlds

Posted on February 24, 2016 by Lawrence Wade

Editor’s Note: The wildness of Antarctica, the Chilean Andes and the desert lands of the Atacama in Northern Chile had a deep impact on many of the travelers. Hopefully, you will feel the raw emotion in the poetry and the … Continue reading →

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Fall on Fire – Gatewood School Poetry

Posted on November 11, 2015 by Lawrence Wade

Fifth graders at Gatewood Elementary expressed what was in their hearts, writing haiku, cinquain, and sensory poems. All photos by students. The poetry residency was funded by the Gatewood PTO. I am I am the ladybug, gliding gracefully up the … Continue reading →

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Alone on a Mountaintop – Wolf Ridge Poet Society

Posted on July 20, 2015 by Lawrence Wade

Sixty teenagers ranging in age from 11 – 17 years old in the Northwoods. If you would like to be inspired and feel a burst of creative energy, read what is in the heart of these children. Listening, looking, and … Continue reading →

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Otter Dreams

Posted on February 16, 2015 by Lawrence Wade

Three poets, Jeff Saslow, Rich Kessler, and Christina Gregory try to find light and balance during the darkness of winter and the stress of everyday life. Join them, as they express their connection to Nature through the written word.                                                                                        … Continue reading →

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Autumn Winds

Posted on October 24, 2014 by Lawrence Wade

Poets at Gatewood School open their hearts to the changing season. Photos contributed by Gatewood 5th graders. This wonderful student opportunity was funded by the Gatewood PTO. Rob Evers The maple A fallen friend. Decaying slowly Tree huggers crying Rest … Continue reading →

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White Fire at Wolf Ridge

Posted on July 19, 2014 by Lawrence Wade

What do you get when you mix: Hopkins Field Biology Class + the beautiful northwoods + O2?     I am the dark but glistening water I am the hard and ancient rock beneath you I am the trees and … Continue reading →

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Flooded Banks

Posted on June 28, 2014 by Lawrence Wade

Fourteen teenagers face the wilds of the swollen Minnesota River and try to be true to their art and creativity.   I am drowning. I slowly sink deeper into a dark abyss. This weight getting heavier Dragging me Deeper and … Continue reading →

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The Wolf Within – A Poet’s Heart

Posted on December 16, 2013 by Lawrence Wade

(Editor’s note) Karen’s voice is one of guardianship and caring for the Earth. It is a voice that we all need to pay more attention to. When I finished reading her book, I felt awakened and emotionally shaken. Karen Shragg … Continue reading →

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