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As the Forum Registrar for many years my memories of the Forum are mainly behind the scenes with all the various parts that make up the production of this event. As the event dates grew closer I would work with the Training Center personnel to ensure the setup of the registration area in front of …
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The Forum has always been a place to gather with friends, both new and familiar, where our only focus is togetherness. Whether it’s networking at the bar, group work in the classroom, or impromptu conversations around the fire, the Forum has always brought incredible value to my work. I look forward to gathering with our …
My memories are both spatial and taste-oriented. In which case, like many attendees, brings me back to the food and fall. Waking up with a warm cup of coffee in my hands as I make my way across the pedestrian bridge, crunching newly fallen leaves under foot and feeling the crisp air on my face. …
I participated in the first Forum, being a board member and working with Lou Etgen. One job that I recalled and loved was, at Lou’s direction, getting the booze and bard for Saturday night live. All went well!! The band, “Late for Supper” we had at two of our Gunpowder Valley Conservancy’s annual events. Special!!! …
I love everything about the forum, but my favorite memories are sharing a beer and popcorn with friends in bar! Whether you’re meeting people for the first time, or catching up with old friends it’s always filled with laughter and joy!
My favorite memory/memories come from the high-energy and comradery of the small pre-Forum team who arrive early to NCTC to prep for the weekend. I’ve spent many Thursday nights in September/November helping with the last minute details: sitting on the floor of the main auditorium entryway, creating signs and activities for the Chesapeake Collective; rushing …
My favorite memories include meeting new people as well as spending time with coworkers outside of the office!
Sitting by the dorm fireplace with friendly faces, grabbing a boot beer stein at the end of a day of engaging and thoughtful sessions, quietly watching deer graze along the riverside, making art in the forest, morning meditative walks, the list goes on and on. I can’t wait to get back to the Chesapeake Watershed …
The delicious cafeteria meals! And of course, the fact that our boss brings the jello shots. Sitting in the large gathering room together to listen to the Forest Champions and evening presentation. Activities in the woods, like the 2019 interfaith walk.
I love the Forest Bath. It was magical and made me feel so rooted and connected back to myself and to the Earth. I cannot wait to go back and walk the trails again, especially with the leaves crunching under my feet.
