The Hocking Hills region of Southeast Ohio boasts six state parks on more than 11,000 acres of protected land. These photographs explore the areas abundant natural wonders of waterfalls, wildflowers and wildlife.
On the waterways of Athens, one can find Mimi Morrison taking people out on kayaks into the sunset. Her mission is to have people slow down and get in touch with the earth.
Green thumbs and green horns share gardening secrets and advice at the Athens Community Food Initiatives garden. They represent the generosity of the Athens culture providing food not only for themselves, but also for community members in need.
The Athens area is full of forward-thinking people: folks who break the mold or do things one wouldn’t expect. These progressive individuals, presented through portraits, challenge popular notions of Appalachia.
Cyrina Thompson hosts a Waldorf-inspired kindergarten out of her straw bale home in Millfield, Ohio, with hopes of giving children a well-rounded childhood experience.