TERM 1
1
DEFINITION 1
The fondest memories I possess from my brief but wonderful
childhood originate from the wilderne ss of Colorado. Exploring the
seemingly infinite forests with my sist er was an adventure that
exceeds that of any movie or book. Y et my heart breaks every
year, this vast and beautiful landscap e is ravaged annually by the
very people there trying to enjoy it.
TERM 2
2
DEFINITION 2
The National Park Service estimates that roughly %90 of all
forest fires are cause by Humans
. A poorly tended to campfire, cigarette butt or arson
account for hundreds of lives lost, homes burned down and
habitats destroyed.
TERM 3
3
DEFINITION 3
Colorados 2013. In just one year 148,803 acres were
burned, which is 230 square miles, 570 homes were lost.
According to(National Interagency Fire Center, n.d.)The
largest of these fires (And themajority of them) was
caused by a human. In America alone we are responsible
for 62,000 wildfires a year
TERM 4
4
DEFINITION 4
The negligence of our race is destroying homes, habitats and
the adventures of children tomorrow. Forest fires break my
heart, not just in Colorado but across the world. There is
nothing scarier than watching your state become engulfed in
flame & smoke, lets take a stand against this injustice to
nature.
TERM 5
5
DEFINITION 5
As a Colorado native I enjoy hiking and experiencing nature
and its many wonders as much as an y. I always observe strict
fire policy, but have seen the conseq uences of those who
havent.
As you walked or drove to school I bet you all looked up at the
beautiful San Francisco Peaks, I know I did. Nothing would
crush the soul of this campus more t han to see those peaks
ablaze. This problem affects the world , nowhere is safe until
we can learn to be responsible.
