Every winter solstice, the darkest day of the year, I engage in a ritual of reflection. This year has me circling around stories of resilience, perseverance, and how losing your vision doesn't stop you from mountain biking.  It has me remembering the magic in these mountains and uncovering synchronicity. 

January 28, 2026

Beginning in Fall 2025, working the Upper Headwaters of the Roanoke River in the Appalachian Mountains, we began implementing an ambitious project. Within the constraints of a Gun Violence Prevention Grant, we were awarded $300k for ecological education, fruit tree and garden installations, access to community composting, arts programming, workforce development with trade unions, and other family support programming.

October 25, 2025