The Great Outdoors

The Desk Set by King County Library System

Oct 2, 202001:00:10Arts

We're talking about books about nature and books about journeys. We chat with Nancy Blakey, author of By the Shore , about the benefits of spending time in nature and some of her favorite Pacific Northwest outdoor experi...

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