Great Western Divide
Reconnaissance, From the Foothills to the Sierra © Matthew Rangle
We’re setting aside a separate category to include expression from the Kaweah River watershed. Matthew Rangel, San Joaquin Valley native and graduate student at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, has begun preparations for a transect walk from his home in Dinuba to the Kaweah Peaks in conjunction with a grant from the Kings & Sequoia National Parks. For the artist’s statement and examples of his unique artwork: [copy & paste link]
John Spivey’s new book, “The Great Western Divide, A History with Crow, Coyote, Chaos and God” offers original and insightful perspectives on his journey through family generations to the source of the watershed. Concurrently, John is also working with experts towards reclamation of the Tulare Lake Basin, bottom of the watershed, as a template for health and spiritual healing.
The Exeter Book Garden and Bear State Books will begin readings this spring from John to complement this small town’s enlightened direction. Likewise, the intent of this category is to include local landmarks with art, story and poetry to enhance and enrich living within the Kaweah River watershed.