IL RESPIRO DELLA TERRA presenta: "GLI ATLETI", forest reading di e con l'autore Vanni Schiavoni.

An "Invitation to Travel," into a poetic space where 'roots and leaves challenge our anthropocentric gaze.' A transformative journey that explores the urgency to transcend one's limits, to nourish oneself with beauty, and to explore new possibilities. The forest, a symbolic protagonist, becomes an evocative metaphor of resilience, memory, and vitality, as well as a precious trove of intense collective flow. Immersing oneself in nature will offer the unique opportunity to share, in an entirely new way, the emotion that arises from the 'steps' and fragments of the newly born literary work "The Athletes", Interno Libri Edizioni (IL). Thus, the sentiment that arises from the words will become common heritage.

<<"The Athletes" is a neo-epic work, rooted in myth and history, that evokes feats and reveals all the sweat shed behind each of them. A poetic journey into the very heart of Magna Graecia, whose central theme is that of overcoming, time, predetermined standards, walls, and one's own limits>>.
More info: https://internolibri.com/libro/gli-atleti/

We will be guided by its author, Vanni Schiavoni.
From Manduria, born in '77, he graduated with honors in Literature with a thesis on asemic writing and the works of Marco Giovenale. He has numerous publications of poetry collections and novels. As a performer, he is the author of shows such as Croatian Notebook and Other Provinces and The Athletes (in a duo with guitarist Gregorio Pasanisi, alias “The Son of Margaret”). He is co-director of "SoloXpoetry" - a laboratory of verse writing (and other creativity), an idea by Cantina dei Mostri in collaboration with Arci Calypso Sava and Casa 131.

ITINERARY AND LOGISTICAL DETAILS
In the heart of Magna Graecia, in the footsteps of the Hellenic Way of the Cammino Materano, we will explore together the paths of the Bosco delle Pianelle and enter the soul of an authentic and primordial Puglia. A surprising place, populated by majestic oaks, dense hornbeam galleries, vivid cyclamens, unexpected scents and landscapes, where the lowland forest expands towards infinity and emotions leave room for essence.

Meeting point: 9:30 AM at the Visitor Center of the Regional Natural Reserve of Bosco delle Pianelle
https://maps.app.goo.gl/kCZCPbunLPVKy34JA
SS581 km 14+900 74015 Martina Franca (TA)
Departure: 10:00 AM
Duration: Approximately 6h - length: about 9.5 km
Difficulty: hiking (E)
End of excursion: around 3:30 PM
SUITABLE FOR AN ADULT AUDIENCE

Equipment: "layered" clothing, long hiking pants, trekking shoes or reinforced-soled shoes, backpack (no shoulder bags), packed lunch and personal water supply of at least 1.5 liters.

Packed lunch
Free picnic areas are available. In respect for the environment, we encourage the use of biodegradable materials.

MANDATORY RESERVATION by 8:00 PM on FRIDAY, November 29. Limited spots available.

PARTICIPATION FEE REQUIRED
The fee includes:
• AIGAE Associated Guide
• "Forest bath" + reading + final surprise
• Insurance

The excursion may be subject to changes depending on weather and environmental conditions, as well as for any reason related to the safety of the participants. All activities will be conducted in full respect of the place and in complete alignment with the principles of sustainability and compatibility outlined in the reserve’s regulations.

Info/reservations: Ileana Tedesco, AIGAE Environmental Hiking Guide

Event in collaboration with Arci Calypso Sava, Cantina dei Mostri and Casa 131.

Cover watercolor: "The Captain's Tree" by Filippo Marroccoli
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