Science & Environment
An Uncertain Future
As climate change shapes the Southwest, Mesa Verde National Park strives to protect both ancient forests and vulnerable cliff dwellings.
Articles
I write features and essays for magazines, newspapers and websites. Here is a selection of some of my favorite work.
Essays
The Space Between Things
A writer returns to the Grand Canyon again and again. And again.
Essays
Can human judgment handle avalanches?
We’re better than ever at understanding the dangers of avalanches. So why can’t we avoid them?
Science & Environment
The Water Czar
As director of the Colorado Water Conservation Board, James Eklund has the unenviable task of overseeing the first comprehensive water plan in the state’s history. But in a place where water is scarce—and is a private property right that sometimes goes back generations—can a blueprint for how to use our most valuable resource actually work?
Science & Environment
Canada’s Prime Minister Wants to Save This Place From Oil Tankers
The plan to bring tar sands oil through the Great Bear Rainforest isn't dead yet. TakePart Journeys explores an alternative source of local development: tourism.
Science & Environment
The Mushroom Whisperers
Meet Graham Steinruck and Nick Martinez—two men on a mission to bring the wild foods of the Front Range to Denver kitchens.
Science & Environment
Why is the U.S. Government Crushing Six Tons of Valuable Ivory?
Rather than sell the luxury item, the Fish and Wildlife Service thinks that they've found a new tactic to save elephants.
Science & Environment
Mind Over Madness
How to beat stress by rebuilding your brain.