Ways of wood folk

A gentle guide through New England’s forests, this work gathers a series of vivid sketches drawn from years of wandering among woods, rivers, and fields. The author treats each creature—whether crow, caribou, or the humble chicken—as a distinct personality, inviting readers to pause and notice the small, often overlooked details that make every encounter unique. Interwoven with memories of sunrise climbs, canoe trips, and quiet evenings, the prose feels like a conversation with the land itself, offering both scientific curiosity and heartfelt reverence.

The opening chapter introduces a striking encounter with a fox, described in lyrical detail as the animal meets the observer on a late‑winter road. The fox’s calm, almost conversational gaze sets the tone for a series of “ways” that reveal the hidden habits and secret lives of woodland inhabitants. Listeners will find a blend of careful observation, personal reflection, and the quiet wonder of a child’s instinctual love for nature, making each episode feel like a fresh step into an ever‑changing wild world.