Bishops Hiking Trail (California, San Luis Obispo)
It was a Tuesday afternoon, I was tired of sitting inside mindlessly doing homework on my computer. I needed an escape, but wasn't sure what I should do. I soon realized the best escape could be do go explore the area around me. So I decided to hike bishops peak. I have hiked Bishops peak many times, but I have never paid deep attention to the plants there and the diversity that occurs there.
Bishops peak is a mountain trail that is a few miles long, but has a steep incline. Some plants are constant along the trail , but some came in patches. The first plant I observed I knew I had seen many times before. I remember being frustrated that I couldn't name what plant it was. Turns out it was poison oak. Not the present surprise I was looking for (fingers crossed I don't get it). I remember laughing to myself and then continuing on my hike. A few plant stood out to me was wood ferns. I really liked the color and style of plant. I have always been curious why being in nature has a way of relaxing me, or making me feel more present. Certain plants and colors can evoke specific emotions. The wood fern for some reason relaxed me.
The trail continued on and there seemed to be a lot of coastal sage scrub and oak woodland. The trail had different rock structures along the side where people can rock climb, was constantly surrounded by plants, and had a lot of switchbacks up the mountain. The best feeling was getting to the top and looking at SLO from a birds eye view. This time the peak felt different, I noticed how many houses were built amongst nature. Rather than feeling guilty about destroying nature I came to the conclusion that humans are meant to be among nature and build a true appreciation for it. Although we may displace certain species, plants have a way of adapting and surviving, and we as humans must do our best to respect and support the continual growth of plant species. In a time of quarantine there is no better therapy than to go outside and be an observer of nature. Recognizing the beauty and goodness of life itself. Can't wait for the next height.
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