Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better. ~ Albert Einstein. Indeed, maybe it’s we all share a bond and when we get it right... we create this cohesive whole for the betterment of all involved. Perhaps harmony. #leasonsfromnature #PHILosophies

Spring wildflower season has officially arrived! The “bells” are ringing! The first wildflower of the season is at its peak at Devils Fork State Park. The Oconee Bells are blooming. #scstateparks #wildflowers #discoverupcountrysc

“He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay". The stone was not moved for Jesus to come out, rather for us to see in. What a powerful thought....He is risen! #easter #HeisRisenIndeed

Every now and then when taking a picture I get lost in the moment. The wings and the sunlight dancing on the lake, a reminder of “ the small stuff”, yep that’s where the magic is. #PHILosophies

“A man can fail many times, but he isn't a failure until he begins to blame somebody else.” ~John Burroughs. Something to thing about. Effective leadership rarely places blame, focusing on solutions and what’s ahead of us rather than what is behind us. #leadership #PHIlosophies

If I were a tree frog, and it was 92 degrees! #chillin

Meanwhile in the forest... let’s play hide and seek. #southernleopardfrog #lifeisbetteroutsude #hardscramble #natureasteacher

Forests are so important, from the air we breathe to the wood we use. There’s the obvious, habitats for critters, watershed protection, opportunities to mitigate climate change. And there’s this... a recharging station for life’s journey. #tonicforthesoul #pisgahnationalforest

On this Sunday morning during these times of confusion and divisiveness, lessons from nature...Just love. #PHILosophies #lessonsfromnature

First week of school and classes. This years “PHILosophy”… adjust and adapt, success goes to this who respond to change. There is always a way! #PHIlosophies #lessonsfromnature #nevergiveup #findaway

Finally! The Ron Walker Leadership program is underway at Clemson University! Leaders from across the nation talking parks and leadership! Science, research, the arena! #clemsonprtm #clemsonuniversity #leadership

Great first day of the Ron Walker Leadership Program! Deep discussions on leadership, courage and making a difference! Thanks to “16” the first women Director of the National Park Service Fran Mainella. #clemson #cuip #clemsonprtm

Not a bad classroom today at the Ron Walker Leadership Program at Clemson University. Talking leadership, talking research, talking science and data. Making sound decisions with ALL the tools available. #clemsonuniversity#clemsonprtm #thearena #tablerockstatepark

"For unto you is born this day in the city of David a savior, which is Christ the Lord". From the Gaines house to yours..Glory to God in the highest, and on earth, peace goodwill toward me. Merry Christmas!

Happy and loving people live in a happy and living world, unhappy and mean spirited people live in a mean spirited world… both live in the same world. 🤔 #perspective #attitude

I love parks and love teaching last week was pretty close to perfect! Great workshop with Nevada State Parks at Zion National Park! #outdoorclassroom

2022 Ron Walker Leadership program is underway! Powerful session this morning from Superintendent Cassius Cash of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Talking leadership, parks and knowing your why! #walkers #clemsonprtm #clemsonuniversity

Not a bad classroom yesterday for the Ron Walker Leadership Leadership! Great day talking leadership, capacity the arena! #leadershipishard #PHILosophies #clemsonprtm #walkerleadership

Who is still number 1 in our hearts? Just ask Callie! Go Tigers! #bestingame #clemson

Good to see Sage Ennis back in the Valley. Welcome home! Heal up soon and help the Hoos finish strong. Go Tigers!