From deserts to forests, Dakota has explored 5 states since infancy. A Cub Scout, he was raised to live and love the outdoors.
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Learn MoreI love nature for the quiet way it smells. The smells of rain on the soil, pine in the air, and it wakes me up . Those smells bring memories, calm, and a sense that I don’t find anywhere else. Through them, I like nature
My favorite animal is the white-tailed deer. I think they are really beautiful, and they look sweet and innocent when you see them in the woods. I like watching how they move and the things they do. Mostly, I just like how pretty they are.
My favorite activity is camping. It lets me go outside and explore new places and see things you can’t see when you stay indoors. I like being in the woods and feeling like I am home. I also love sitting by the campfire and watching the fire glow on the trees. It makes everything feel peaceful.
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