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Today, I planted a baby fig tree in my back yard. Not only are trees good for the environment because they produce oxygen through photosynthesis. This tree will also produce fruit that will be good to eat. We should all take steps to better the environment and simple things like planting a tree are a win-win for everybody!

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Today, I went on a 2 mile jog by the Columbia river. During this jog I observed some of the many things that nature had to offer. Even with it being cold I could see a few fish jumping out of the water which is very odd this time of year. I also got to witness running by a birds nest, even with no birds present I thought it was fascinating how they come to collect materials and build their own place. As dogs ran around at various parks that I ran by I noticed it started to rain outside, Hard. I decided to run back home and sit on my porch to enjoy the rain as it fell at my feet.

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I went on a mini hike through the woods by my street the other day and observed the world around me. Some birds chirping, the trees, etc. I even managed to find a nice walking stick. Though there was this one cool tree I found that was formed in like a half circle ring with overlapping branches. It seemed like something straight out of a fantasy story. It was raining when I went out, but with my winter jacket I didn't really get wet. I would love to explore larger and bigger forests, ones that I can really get lost in.

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I went observing in upper park in Chico. I went on a hike while it was raining, I experienced some strong winds especially when I started climbing elevation. The skies were all cloudy but I could see some sunlight far away. The rain was off and on throughout the hike but it wasn't too cold out there. I didn't see too much wildlife out there probably because of the weather conditions. It was really a nice and fun hike.

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I went on a hike on snake road for this assignment. While I was on this hike I saw a lot of different types of wildlife. I saw many different types of birds, at least 6 different kins of birds. I saw many different bugs and insects. I didn't see any other people exepct the people I came with. I also saw many different kinds and colors of trees.

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I was observing everything around me, there were so many tall trees and a nice breeze of wind. I saw all different type of cars and houses. There was a family of birds just relaxing at one of the houses in its bird house. There was a bunch of leaves on the ground and different colored leaves everywhere I turned around.

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I went on a hike to the Q at night and I observed a lot of things. First I used my eyes to just observe our little town we live in and how small it really looks from up there. I think I saw an owl flying but I'm not quite sure what kind of bird it was. I saw the moon shining brightly onto our town making it look beautiful. I also saw cars driving up and down our streets. Then I closed my eyes for a bit and just tried to listen. And it was completely silent. No animal sounds or nothing, just the sound of the wind blowing through the trees.

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I went on a hike on the Snake trail and when I was almost finished with the hike, I stopped at a point where the view was very beautiful. and for 15 minutes I was looking at all the trees surrounding Quincy and seeing the birds. it was quite a feeling. it felt relaxing even though I was tired. it was a very good experience. - Alex Arenas

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Recently I had to drive home for about a week or so and while I was at home I helped my mom with her greenhouse. As of my observation, on my drive back to Quincy during the day(which I had only done at night) I admired the beautiful nature that plumes county had that I had never realized before. I pulled out in multiple spots to stop, admire and clear my mind.

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I went on a hike to the cascades here in Quincy. It was a very easy and peaceful walk. The scenery was beautiful. It felt good to get out for a bit and go on a little adventure. Once I reached the cascades I sat there looking at them and the beautiful fall colors of the trees around them

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I went on short hike up to the  Q and observed the small town of quincy from up above. And i was thinking about how many people probably haven't went up past the Q other than animals and how nice and pure it would be up there.

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I went for a walk around my neighborhood. The trees and fresh air were great for my head. I liked that I could hear the birds chirping and the wind blowing. I always forget how beautiful nature can be. I live in East Quincy so there isn't much to see but it was still peaceful and nice. There were even some mushrooms growing on the side of the road. I love the sense of community and the fall colors in the trees this time of year. Oh, there were very many little grey squirrels out and about as well!

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For a project I used all recycled materials and made this sign. The wood was laying around my garage and I had leftover paint from my room. I started collecting bottle caps from family members and neighbors and created this sign. I also created two others out of rustic pieces from old dump yards and ranches.

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With everything that is happening in the world, it is so important to get outside and away from the media and everything. One of the times that I did this was going up to the water tower above campus. I left my phone and just went and experienced nature for a little bit. It was serene and beautiful. The leaves are starting to change and it makes for beautiful scenery and makes you think that you are alone away from civilization, which is so peaceful. .

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This year for feather river baseball we decided it would be a good idea if we recycled plastic bottles and cans from the fire camps in town. We received a ton of trash bags filled with bottles and cans, we had to take the caps off the bottles and separate the cans. This was a good way to raise money and it help clean up the community.

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I went to Whitehawk Ranch because I came early to my job to observe all the scenery. I located many deer that were feeding in a small grove by the golf course. I also noticed many fallen leaves were different colors and there was a brisk cold wind in the valley. It was nice to sit there for 15 minutes before work to clear my head.

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This year for Feather River baseball, as a team, we have taken on a project of recycling hundreds of pounds of plastic, glass, and metal. We received many trash bags full of plastic bottles, glass bottles, and metal cans from the firefighters fighting the Northern California fires. Our job is to separate the plastic from the metal and glass and place them in separate trash bag. This is a good way for us to raise money for our team and clean up the environment.

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For my 15 minute observation, I went on a hike with my father up near Truckee CA. We came upon this massive tree (looks bigger in person) and I took the time to think about how long this tree may have been living for. I honestly have no idea, but i am sure it has been around for awhile. Also, while being near this tree it made me think of how small humans really are. It puts life into perspective that we truly are tiny and beyond just us and our earth, who knows how big things can get. I also saw a couple deer, it was peaceful.

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Danielle Blust-
During this time, Plumas County was surrounded by forest fires. When i would observe outside I felt scary, worrisome, and uneasy about the future of the town i grew up in. Quincy has been such a beautiful home to live in for all of my 23 years of life, and to wonder if it was going to survive a fire, had my feeling very unsettled. Plumas county is known for the rural beauty of the mountains and trees but every year around the same time we are always threatened with the loss of the beauty. During this experience I felt concerned if living in such a beautiful place is worth the uneasy summers and the thought of when it will come to an end.

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Since during Covid we are always inside most the time especially now with classes online, I decided to go outside and do the 15 minute observation. Before I went to work I went into Graeagle early just to sit at the mill pond. It pretty cold that day, it was definitely feeling like fall. It windy that day and the leaves were all changing and falling. The water looked so blue with the sky reflecting off of it. It was nice just to sit there and do nothing and just clear my head.

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I went trail running outside of town and the leaves were so pretty as they had turned colors. I t was still warm and the sun felt really good. There was lots of bear poop but thankfully no bear. It was a really nice day to be outside and there was a nice little breezy which also felt really good. My dog and I had a really good time on such a pretty day.

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I went out and watched the autumn leaves fall to the ground. I noticed lots of lantern flies, an invasive bug that kills trees. I stepped on a few and squished as many as I found. There are strict instructions to do so in every building in Pennsylvania. I obviously don't enjoy squishing bugs everywhere I go but for this one instance I think it is more than excusable.

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My friends wanted to go watch the sunset so I decided I could use it as my 15 minute observation of nature. We first drove up to this point, I forget what it's called, but it was too far to walk. At first I had trouble relaxing because it was so high up, the picture doesn't seem as high. Once the sun was setting it was so beautiful to focus on the changing colors. In the end it was very calming and I need to do it more often because it's refreshing in a different way.

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For my 15 minutes of observing the nature I went a hike/run through the mountains. Man was it beautiful from being from Kansas I have never seen anything like it. I saw a lot of different types of birds while going along, even though I really didn't know what kinds of birds they were. As I was going up this trail I happened to see a lot of bear poop and I started to get worried but I am lucky I didn't come across one. One thing that really caught my attention was the creek I came across. It was very beautiful and crystal clear I never seen anything like it. On my hike/run I felt very relax and it made me just feel very happy.

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The Ecosystem service that was provided for me from sitting in nature and observing it was it increased my relaxation and made me feel connected with the Earth.

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Whats do you value more? How will you spend your 15 minutes in nature?

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Whats do you value more? How will you spend your 15 minutes in nature?

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The Imaginary Stranger At The Farmers Market -
One day at a nature shop,
I met a man selling happiness,
For money he wanted to swap,
But I really wanted some snappiness.

"Got any snappiness?" asked I.
"For that's how I'll spend my money."
"No snappiness here!" said the guy.
He seemed to find it quite funny.

"We've got some lovely wonder,
I'll give you a very fine price."
"I'd rather have some going under."
The man blinked rapidly thrice.

The man seemed exceptionally curious,
And his manner was strangely amused.
He wasn't what I would call furious,
Great disdain he noticeably oozed.

Like others, he thought I was odd,
Some say I'm a bit tall.
Still he gave me a courteous nod,
As if he thought I was plenty cool.

So in search of my goal I departed,
But before the nature shop could I leave,
The man came running full-hearted,
"I can help you I believe."

"Happiness, snappiness, you shall find.
Wonder, going under, you can get.
You must now open your mind,
And get down to farmers Market.

So to farmers Market I decided to go,
In search of the snappiness I craved.
The winds it did eerily blow.
But I felt that the day could be saved.

There were stalls selling rings,
Strawberry in many shades.
There were even stalls selling wings
People were scattered from many trades

I was greeted by a peculiar lady,
She seemed to be rather tall
I couldn't help thinking she might be quite shady.
I wondered if she was at all cool.

Before I could open my mouth,
She shouted, "For you, I have some snappiness!"
I headed towards her, to the south,
Past some wonder and happiness.

"But how did you know?" I asked,
"Do you want them or not?" she did say.
Silently, the snappiness she passed.
Then vanished before I could pay.

As I walked away I hard a crackle
Or was it, perhaps, a hushed cackle?