We stand guard over works of art, but species representing the work of aeons are stolen from under our noses
Aldo LeopoldNo one would rather hunt woodcock in October than I, but since learning of the sky dance I find myself calling one or two birds enough. I must be sure that, come April, there be no dearth of dancers in the sunset sky.
Aldo LeopoldIt is inconceivable to me that an ethical relation to land can exist without love, respect, and admiration for land, and a high regard for its value. By value, I of course mean something far broader than mere economic value; I mean value in the philosophical sense.
Aldo LeopoldThere is value in any experience that exercises those ethical restraints collectively called sportsmanship.
Aldo Leopold