Field Notes and a Photojournal from the Sacred: Opportunities for Connection and Stewardship

We are made of stardust and soil—these are places that remember our ancient interconnection with nature, animals, and humans, reminding us how to become better stewards of the earth and one another

A beach with a heart and the author’s love of nature. Photo: Robin Motzer

Echoes of Interconnection

Finding what is true requires questioning everything, critical thinking, philosophical inquiry, and striving for a deeper understanding of life. The pursuit of goodness is about finding a purpose that benefits the individual and the community. Experiencing and appreciating beauty, whether in art, nature, storytelling or actions, contributes to well-being and fulfillment.

Transcending the profane transports us to the sacred. Our interconnection reflects Something Greater than Ourselves. When humans evolve, they become more compassionate, empathetic, stronger and a more complete expression of Oneness.

Persistence, patience and exploring allows for discernment and better members of society. Every day is an opportunity to grow what is good, beautiful and true.

Wild rooftops and land; Homes, boathouses and boats on the fjord; The sunsets over the water with a small boat; Waterfalls along the road; 7 Sisters; Robin with friend, Agneta Linden Moen at a glacier pool; Water in the mountains with iron in the rocks; Grouse with summer feathers; Two Sea Eagles on a mountain top. Photos: Robin Motzer

Three essentials for human flourishing: Find the good, true and beautiful in life.

Urnes Staves Church exterior; Hand carved exterior tells the story of life; Interior pulpit; Keyhole doorway with a view; Exterior Urnes Church; Four Sea Eagles gather on rocks near water; Oyster Catcher with baby; Puffins in the water; A Pilot Whale spyhops. Photos: Robin Motzer

As a part of the web of life and it is up to us to partner with nature, each other and Something Greater than Ourselves.

🍂 Field Notes from the Sacred: A path of peace and prosperity-Combine the intimacy of observation with the sacredness of place to learn what is important for health, well-being and sustainable living.

A group of people enjoy food and drink near water at an outdoor establishment; A large waterfall in the mountains near homes; Ancient rock carvings tell a story at the Alta Museum; Two reindeer graze as a reindeer watches from inside their hut; A seagull graces a glacier; Robin helps row an indigenous Sami wooden boat; Seaweed huts and a feather on the beach; A glacier up close; An ancient human preserved in ice at The Glacier Museum. Photos: Robin Motzer

Join the community of Wildlands, and inhabit a love language of what’s true, beautiful and good.

🐾 The Quiet Witness: A visual meditation on nature’s quiet forms and rhythms.

A dramatic sunset over the mountains and water; Robin enjoying the view of water and mountains; A colorful sunset above the mountains and water; A large waterfall curves down the mountain near homes and the fjord; A seagull rests on a rooftop and watches the water; A Mockingbird walks to berries and seeds; Artic Cotton plant waves in the breeze; An old boat rests on the grass near the water and mountains. A town on the water near mountains. Photos: Robin Motzer

Pack Less, Adventure More— Wildlands Adventures with a Purpose

🌀 The Shape of Stillness and The Art of Seeing and Action: Each photo a moment of deep attention and intention.

Robin forages mushrooms and berries; A bee with pollen covered legs and a fly on a Thistle; U of AZ students volunteer with community to help plant a native pollinator garden; Native pollinator gardens after planting. Top 3 and lower right photos: Robin Motzer. Lower left photo: Sue Hanley. Lower middle photo: Keith Lierman.

Support the mission of Wildlands by assisting with the following initiatives:

🌿 Rooted & Wild: A celebration of untamed beauty and grounded presence.

• Sponsorships and partnerships with Adventure with Purpose: projects and workshops focused on personal development and well-being.

• Participate in public, individual, and environmental health programs. Contribute to planting native pollinator gardens in parks, schools, and farms. Engage in art, storytelling, and community activities that include farm-to-table experiences.

• Learn about foraging edible plants and preparing farm-to-table meals.

• Explore connections with nature through education on native plants suitable for urban gardens benefiting both wildlife and people.

• Support local businesses, including farmers, artisans, and small enterprises.

• Participate in conservation efforts to preserve flora and fauna on private property.

• Collaborate with local governments, individuals, and organizations to enhance public health, well-being, and connections with nature and the community.

• Contribute to Sustainable Tucson Habitat Restoration work with the Billion Agave Project: funds go towards purchases of native pollinator plants and agaves for in native pollinator gardens next to food gardens in parks and schools.

• Learn about sustainable living practices, including minimizing belongings and engaging in responsible travel.

• Promote healthy soils and communities by supporting well-being initiatives.

Upcoming opportunities are expanding across the U.S. and internationally. Guest writers, interviews, and “Adventure with a Purpose” projects will be highlighted. For those interested in participating or collaborating, please reach out for further information.

Why We Need to Grow Our Sacred Relationship with Food and Nature will be published and seen by millions of subscribers in Organic Bytes Newsletter by Organic Consumers Association on August 28, 2025.

Robin’s work includes the following:

• Wildlands Studio & Collective, LLC: Art, storytelling and community projects with health and ecological initiatives.

• Robin Motzer's Art, Poetry and Photography

• Wildlands online magazine: Wildlands | Robin Motzer | Substack

• Sustainable Tucson Habitat Restoration: Habitat Restoration Committee – Sustainable Tucson

• Sustainable Tucson on the Land Conservation Assistance Network

• Published in magazines, newspapers and newsletters. And Robin is on INSTA and FB. Books are coming soon!

For Comments:

1. What is your favorite place in nature?

2. How do you feel when you connect with a plant or animal?

3. Are you interested in exploring, discovering and growing in Adventures with a Purpose projects?

This is just a taste of what you will find in Wildlands- your support serves collaboration to reduce harm.