“There is another alphabet, whispering from every leaf, singing from every river, shimmering from every sky.” ― Dejan Stojanovic, Serbian poet Dear Friend of WV Rivers, You may already know me, or I may already know you. Either way, let's get to know each other better! My name is Tanner Haid and I am the Eastern Panhandle Field Coordinator with WV Rivers. I live in Charles Town with my wife, two daughters, and rescue dog. My role on the WV Rivers team focuses on bringing people together around clean water in the Eastern Panhandle. Although we may be physically apart for some time, we still have the opportunity to come together by sharing our unique experiences in the great oudoors. A week ago, we sent out an email reminding everyone that we can find peace in nature in these difficult times. As individuals, as families, and as a global community, we are all exploring what exactly peace means for each of us, and where to find it. Collectively, we find ourselves at a loss for words, unable to either comprehend or give voice to our concerns for our health, well-being, and community. As you search for those words, remember that the Eastern Panhandle is home to many places of natural beauty that are still open to the public. Over the next few weeks, I'd like to share some of those special places with you. I encourage you to get out and explore them either now, or in the future. | |