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Deals with the condition of Point Pinos, an intertidal zone in Monterey Bay, California. Experience of marine biologist Ed Ricketts in studying tidepool creatures in Point Pinos during the 1930s; Comment from retired biology teacher Jim Willoughby on the changes in Point Pinos; Number of people who visit and damage Point Pinos every year; Types of tidepool creatures that are collected as food by visitors.

Covers that lessons learned by a high school biology class of ecologist Nate Sanders from East Palo Alto, California regarding insects. Information about dragonflies; Effort to educate people about insects; Role of insects in ecosystems.

Focuses on Recession Camp in California, started by Andrew Brenner and Michael Feldman for laid off Internet company employees. How the campers gather for day outings, such as hiking and golf; Thoughts on the appeal of the camp which allows people to discuss their similar situations and enjoy being outdoors.