Last week, I had the privilege to share my work with schools at Shiprock High on the Navajo Nation Reservation — nearly 600 high schoolers. I talked about land, water, rivers, and many native leaders in the conservation world who have protected so much — often for public American benefit. We also created the sound of a rainstorm inside - helping the rains stay longer (slide 5).

The vast beauty of their lands that cover over 27,000 square miles, larger than 10 U.S. states, is breathtaking. I got to even play pickle ball with Shiyazh Pete @shiyazhpete the first Navajo to play in the NFL. He is huge and moves like a cat and his heart equals his size. The generosity of spirt of kids and teachers I met, were just as impressive in size. I was deeply humbled to be called an “honorary Chieftain”.

I also got to visit with my old friends @asdzaabiibetoney and more of Save the Confluence who just helped make the confluence inside the Grand Canyon a sacred, protected landscape.

Thanks to all that made it happen, especially Andrew Weber, @changemakertalent and @vital.impacts

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A few frames from the Navajo Nation. I’m honored to be visiting here again to present my stories about land, water and the many native souls I’ve documented fighting to protect their homes and beyond.

Thanks to locals here who invited me: I’ll be talking to the Shiprock (3rd image) High School tmrw afternoon.

In the meantime, I’ll be marveling at the vastness of landscape here - which often rivals the humor and kindness of heart here. Thanks @vital.impacts @changemakertalent for seeing the value in student talks and the next gen.

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Very excited about this: My new book #WildSilence is a collection of photos, stories and remarkable illustrations from three decades of work in wild places across all seven continents - and all for kids or any adult with an inner child.

You can pre-order now wherever books are sold. If you order direct from @trapublishing and use code wildsilence, you will get a 20% discount which we will donate back to groups protect protecting my beloved Colorado River.

To learn more check the link in my bio.
Release date is November 15th!

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