Scott Schultz, a veteran journalist, has spent countless hours in the woods. During those times, he found what so many writers have learned over the years: how a connection with the land, with nature, and with a special place allows meaningful words to be drawn from a writer's heart. When that connection is made and the inspiration pours words onto paper, Schultz feels "The Heartbeat."

Now, he and his supporters are working to share that feeling.

Schultz founded The Heartbeat, a nonprofit organization, to provide an avenue for teachers, writers and young adults to hone their artistic and literary skills.

By working with an advisory committee consisting of teachers and writers, they offer opportunities for  small groups and individuals to contemplate, write, share, learn and teach.