Everglades National Park, Florida
The Florida Everglades, The River of Grass, is enigmatic and mysterious. Four young women, all residents of Northwest Passage, ventured past the veil of mystery and discovered the beauty and diversity of life that lies within its borders. They explored the inland sloughs, cypress domes, and hammocks on foot; they traveled the tidal mangrove coastline by canoe. Traveling alongside local writers, artists, and National Park Service Rangers they were awed by the wonders of this one of a kind landscape. They formed a deep and meaningful connection to this critical and resilient environment all while continuing their own personal journeys of hope and healing.
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"Stomping on Beauty" by Lauryn, 17 | Everglades National Park
We roam around aimlessly, looking straight ahead,
occupied with our thoughts.
But what if, one day, we stopped?
What if, one day, we looked down, around, everywhere,
destroying the unknowing daze he had,
seeing the world for what it has to offer,
which is beautiful?
Would we ever walk the same again?
About Lauryn: "My name is Lauryn. I came to Passage because I was having difficulty handling my emotions and also a hard time accepting myself. In the future, I hope to help others possibly through occupational or recreational therapy."
