Rooted in Place
When I began learning about the area I began to feel that I belonged here. I felt the need to put down roots and grow here. I want to share that experience with you which is why I created Rooted in Place.
Rooted in Place is based off of the program Exploring Sense of Place first started in Palo Alto, California. Rooted in Place gives residents of Palm Beach County an opportunity to explore the many bio-regions within the county including the ocean and barrier islands, the Everglades, agriculture, and Lake Okeechobee. You’ll learn about the geology, climate, and history of where you live. You’ll also get the opportunity to learn and discuss environmental philosophies and spirituality.
Get Rooted in Place.
Tentative Schedule
November - Blowing Rocks
December - Grassy Waters Theme: Communication
January - Lake Worth Lagoon Theme: Personal Responsibility
February - Riverbend Park Theme: Conflict Resolution
March - Jonathan Dickinson Theme: Know Thy Self
April - Pahokee City Park Theme: Conservation vs. Preservation
May - Palm Beach Island Theme: Personal Narrative
June - Hypoluxo Scrub Natural Area Theme: Perspective
July - Local Farm Theme: Change
August - Jupiter Lighthouse Theme: Resiliency
September - Downtown West Palm Beach Theme: Problem Solving/Critical Thinking
October - Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens Theme: Culture/Arts
Details:
This is a 12 month program where we meet once a month at a new place in the county to explore. Being able to be outside, stand, and walk for long periods of time are a must. Other physical pursuits may occur like kayaking and team building activities. Why 12 months? So you can see and explore each month in our county and the changes that may occur with flora and fauna. It is also so the group becomes one cohesive group so that we may safely explore and debate topics like philosophy and spirituality.
The cost of this 12 month program is $450. This includes material, facilitation, occasional field guides, park entrance fees, and museum fees.
“We abuse land because we regard it as a commodity belonging to us. When we see land as a community to which we belong, we may begin to use it with love and respect.”