Jon Waterman Documents Arctic Climate Crisis in 'Into the Thaw'
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Transformative Journeys in the Arctic
This chapter reflects on a speaker's profound experiences in Gates of the Arctic National Park, tracing their initial encounters with wildlife and the lasting impact of climate change. Through personal narratives from 1983 and 2021, they depict alarming environmental shifts, including permafrost thawing and its consequences on local ecosystems. The narrative underscores the urgency of recognizing climate challenges while celebrating the resilience of both nature and the communities affected by these changes.
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