So is tree sexism a thing or not?

Also: Hiking in Utah; downplaying heat wave devastation; & what's wrong with the zombification of the climate crisis

A few brief thoughts upon returning from a quick jaunt to Utah for a wedding, where we also made time for some hiking:

• Even shorter hikes can be challenging if you’re starting at an elevation above 8,000 feet (and your usual stomping ground includes the lowest point on the Appalachian Trail)

• Running is nearly impossible

• If there’s a free chair lift down t…