Deep in the desolate woods, there resides a strange subcultural species of human. The forest freak
is a type of person who loves nature, specifically, forests. These
“freaks” are passionate about the environment and going green. A forest
freak would not think twice about hugging a tree or talking to a leaf.
Many live in tree houses or small shacks in forests out side a big
city. They are kind to animals; especially owl, deer, fox, bird, cat,
horse, and bear. Forest freaks are specialized in many trades such as
cooking, tracking, and crafts. The lifestyle is a simple and
down-to-earth one. Clothes, jewelry, books, art, candles, tools, and
more are handmade. Granola, a special type of bracelet made from hemp
string and wood beads are used for bartering in the community. The
fashion of forest freaks tends to be in shades of brown and green, with
leaf and tree motifs to show admiration for nature. Sandals and hiking
boots are required footwear, for the freaks enjoy hiking and camping in
the river or mountains. Other sports enjoyed within the community are
yoga, bicycling, archery, and climbing. The food of the forest tends to
be vegetarian. Berry wraps, acorn cookies, homemade bread, juice, honey,
and cheese are the primary foods of this culture. Lots of forest freaks
like to read and share books. Henry David Thoreau’s Walden; a Life in the Woods
is like a bible to these people. Many write their own guidebooks on how
to survive in the woods, complete with illustrations and samples of
local flora and fauna. The music of this group is mellow indie folk. The
bands Forest: Full Circle, The Antlers, The Pixies, and the Willowz are
popular with the forest folk. Many prefer making music with friends and
family communally than listening to the radio. This grassroots movement
of forest freaks is sprouting up all over the world. These friends of
the forest have but one goal: to bring awareness about life in the
forest and how to save it to the world!
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