My spot is a bend in a stream flowing through Centennial Woods, a protected natural area at UVM. This spot exhibits many interactions between nature and culture. The most prominent of these examples is the creation of the natural area that the spot itself resides in. Since the university has deemed this area important enough to be protected, it shows the relationship between the people of this area and the natural world. They believe the natural world should be protected, rather than be used for things like commercial development. The overall culture of burlington seems to be geared towards protecting the environment and keeping the area clean. A second example of the interaction between nature and culture can be seen with the people that use Centennial Woods for outdoor recreation. People come to the area for running, hiking, and other activities. The natural world draws people to it, and people feel inclined to go outside and be in nature, and Centennial Woods provides a great place for people to do that.
10 Feb