Knapp Woods is a 36-acre wooded natural area surrounded by residential and commercial properties. This preserved space encompasses land near the headwaters of the Wissahickon Creek, which flows for another 23 miles until it meets the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia, PA. This location is near my home and I have come to consider it a place of refuge, a local piece of nature amidst suburban traffic and congestion. Wooded patches are crucial to maintaining biodiversity, managing floodwater, and preserving wildlife habitat, especially in urban and suburban areas. In addition, green parks and woodlots also offer people a space where they can reconnect with nature, improving both mental and physical health.