Byron Eggenschwiler and I have collaborated again on a story for Cottage Life magazine. This time, we explore what happens when a lake awakes in spring. From tiny things like diatoms and dance flies to loons, otters and frogs, there is a lot to watch out for early in the season. Byron shares his drawings, with and without text, here.
The Premise: Find out what northerners and north-lovers recommend for your travels way up there. The Question: You meet someone who is traveling to the north for the first time. What advice do you have for them? Each installment will introduce you to special people, and you’ll learn from their experience. Katherine Breen and Eric…
In preparation for a return to the Russian Far East this summer with Lindblad Expeditions and National Geographic, photographer Erika Larsen and I answered a few questions. Erika: It is hard to say how this region will change travelers because I believe the way we interact with new landscapes and cultures is so individual. Jennifer:…
Many months ago, composer Lola Perrin and sound recordist Christian Dymond got in touch with me about this project. They wanted voices to speak about climate change and asked if I would participate. The result is a mix of voices and music being debuted this month in the U.K.
The Premise: Four million people live above the Arctic Circle and many more make up the world’s northern cultures. For those of us who are travelers, visitors or guests, going north may feel like a trip into the unknown. Perhaps you are wondering how to prepare for life way up there. So what do northerners…
December 2, 2011: Producer Steve Wadhams created this re-vision of my New Tribe documentary. His radio magic with my tape and voice creates an audio portrait gallery. To listen to this piece, go to the Living Out Loud page and then click on the audio link. This story was rebroadcast on September 7 and 9,…
