While nature mysticism has always embraced solitude, Farnsworth investigates long-term ecological projects where the experience of community transcends solitary sojourns into the depths of natural history--
The narrative captures the author's decade-long explorations of the Baja peninsula and the Sea of Cortez, highlighting his experiences as a writing professor guiding undergraduates on sea kayak expeditions to the Isla Espiritu Santo archipelago during spring breaks. Through vivid descriptions and personal reflections, the book celebrates the beauty of nature while intertwining themes of education, adventure, and the deep connection between people and the environment.