One of the readings for the course was a Rolling Stone article on the topic of peak oil by James Howard Kunstler. Mr. Kunstler also publishes a weekly blog which deals with a variety of topics (last week was a piece comparing the state of US society with the life of the Mr. Jackson - this topic would be only somewhat germane to the topics of this course). Warning - it is not the typical coverage that most of the media is generating this week.
However, more to the point, THIS week Mr. Kunstler talks about spending the recent 4th of July holiday weekend in the Adirondacks. This makes is a bit more appropriate to our class. I think if you follow this link to his July 6th posting on his blog, you will find it to be interesting and thought-provoking (and if you are a fan of boating/jet-skiing/motorized sports - possibly annoying). But, his style is always a bit provocative and I think you will find it interesting.
Beth and I hope you are having fun packing for our time together. Don't forget to pack an alarm clock and, with the weather we have had lately, good quality rain gear (and also extra socks so you can keep your feet comfortable if it keeps raining).
- Karl
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