The world needs more stories. The success of programs like "The Moth" have demonstrated the power of storytelling, and it's ability to re-shape the world. And so, here are some stories told by participants at a recent "Wildlife Encounters!" storytelling event hosted by our friends at Reach Your Summit and REI!

Meet Ben Cosgrove, brilliant pianist, composer, and 2018 “artist in residence” for the New England National Scenic Trail. Hear some of his music inspired by the outdoors, learn about his approach to composing, and learn about some of his favorite places.

Meet Rob Klee, Commissioner of the CT Department of Energy & Environmental Protection. Get excited about the new Passport to Parks, learn about the early experiences that opened his eyes to the outdoors, and hear the words “climate”, “change”, and “science” uttered together proudly.

Meet Tom Wessels, author of the conservation classic Reading the Forested Landscape and professor emeritus at Antioch University New England. Learn some of Tom’s secrets to interpreting the history of a forest, find out about Tom’s favorite trail, and learn about a new eco-mystery he is writing.

The world needs more stories. The success of programs like "The Moth" have demonstrated the power of storytelling, and it's ability to re-shape the world. And so, here are some stories told by participants at a recent "Wildlife Encounters!" storytelling event hosted by our friends at Reach Your Summit and REI!

Meet Ben Cosgrove, brilliant pianist, composer, and 2018 “artist in residence” for the New England National Scenic Trail. Hear some of his music inspired by the outdoors, learn about his approach to composing, and learn about some of his favorite places.

Meet Tom Wessels, author of the conservation classic Reading the Forested Landscape and professor emeritus at Antioch University New England. Learn some of Tom’s secrets to interpreting the history of a forest, find out about Tom’s favorite trail, and learn about a new eco-mystery he is writing.

Meet Rob Klee, Commissioner of the CT Department of Energy & Environmental Protection. Get excited about the new Passport to Parks, learn about the early experiences that opened his eyes to the outdoors, and hear the words “climate”, “change”, and “science” uttered together proudly.