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Your Mountain

David Willms and Nephi Cole

Join David Willms, Nephi Cole, and entertaining guests as they use humor, storytelling, and more than 50 years of collective experience in law, science, and policy to explain important decisions affecting your outdoor experience. As the guys say, "There are millions of acres of opportunity out there. They belong to you. Every day, decisions are being made that affect your land, your water, and your wildlife. You should know about them. This is Your Mountain."

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01:06:53

0075 - Funding the Future of Wildlife Management

Your Mountain ·

2019/12/03

Hunters are on the decline nationwide, which means so is funding for wildlife management. The guys talk about how to fund the future of wildlife management. Topics covered include: state and federal funding efforts; why non-consumptive user really means non-contributory user; why hunters need non-hunters; the need for non-hunters to contribute to wildlife management; and more. We get a little philosophical and a lot less wonky in this one. Hope you'll tune in!

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54:36

74. Grizzly bear management

Your Mountain ·

2019/11/26

Dave and Nephi sit down to discuss several policies and laws that get in the way of your hunting, and also what grizzly bear management in the lower-48 might look like under a special ESA provision called a 4(d) Rule. Enjoy.

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73. Sunday Hunting Update

Your Mountain ·

2019/11/19

Mike and Nephi get together to discuss the recent developments in Pennsylvania over Sunday hunting. They cover the changes that have occurred since the last podcast on the issue and discuss the process the legislation went through to get to the Governor's desk. Enjoy the short and sweet breakdown.

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53:52

0072 What's Going on in the Tongass?

Your Mountain ·

2019/11/12

The Trump administration is seeking comment on a proposal to exempt Alaska's Tongass National Forest from the Clinton administration's Roadless Rule. What does this mean? The guys explain. They also provide an overview of the the regional economy, geography, biology, and regulatory overlay of the Tongass. And as always, they cut through the hyperbole and let you know what could happen, and when.

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54:29

0071 - Hunting Policy with Safari Club...

Your Mountain ·

2019/11/05

The guys talk all things hunting and hunting policy with Safari Club International's Cyrus Baird and Ben Cassidy. They discuss the role of Safari Club; Ben's experience at the Department of Interior; status of the CECIL Act (trophy import ban); silly season in Congress; protecting state's and hunter's rights; value of hunting competitions; the need for hunters to unite; litigation as a tool; hunters playing offense instead of defense; Ben and Cyrus's mountain; and more.

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01:15:26

70. Federal Oil and Gas Leasing in Migration Corridors

Your Mountain ·

2019/10/29

After a short break to go hunting, the guys check back in to share some hunting stories from this fall and discuss the multi-dimensional issues surrounding federal oil and gas leasing in migration corridors. The guys discuss what federal leasing means and debate whether it will lead to development. Enjoy.

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01:04:31

0069 - Public Policy and Conservation with Federal...

Your Mountain ·

2019/10/01

Dave and Nephi visit with Jon Zinnel, Federal Premium's Conservation and Youth Shooting Sports Director. They talk all things Federal, including: innovation in the ammunition industry, why you should care about the shooting sports, youth shooting programs, what makes up a wildlife agency budget, impediments to recruiting youth hunters, the need to invest in conversation, Jon's Mountain, and more.

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47:11

WOTUS repeal

Your Mountain ·

2019/09/24

Mike and Nephi break down the recent action to repeal the Waters of the United States regulation established during the Obama administration, but first give the historic context to understand what is going on. They take a dry subject and filter out the noise so you can be informed around the water cooler. Enjoy.

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53:34

0067 - Help Wanted

Your Mountain ·

2019/09/17

In this episode, Dave and Mike want to hear from you! They quickly run through 10 current events in natural resource law and policy that you need to know. Then they ask you to let them know which ones deserve a dedicated episode. This is your chance to weigh in on the next several episodes of the podcast, so take a listen and then email your suggestions to yourmountain@itsyourmountain.com or connect via Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram at the handle @itsyourmountain.

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01:31:17

0066 - United States Senator Mike Enzi

Your Mountain ·

2019/09/10

Dave and Mike visit with US Senate Budget Committee Chairman, Mike Enzi (R-WY). They discuss his decision to enter politics; his early career; the Interstate Transport Act of 2019; pack rafting in Yellowstone; the Land and Water Conservation Fund; the difference between the budget and appropriations; whether the President's budget matters; getting money to projects on the ground; how the public should advocate with the Senate; Sen. Enzi's experiences as a hunter/angler; his Mountain; and more.

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01:09:39

0065 - The Moose Hunt Episode

Your Mountain ·

2019/09/03

Matt Hoobler of Pathfinder Ranches continues his conversation with the guys that began in episode 0064. They pick up right were they left off, and dive right into the Wyoming moose hunt that Dave and Matt shared. Lots of lessons in this episode. They cover: treating wounds in the field, navigating in the dark without a headlamp, processing meat properly, moose introduction in Colorado, coyotes, and the misery of packing out a moose cape. Matt even cooks up something special for the guys. This

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01:03:09

0064 - Sage Grouse Conservation with Matt Hoobler of...

Your Mountain ·

2019/08/27

Matt Hoobler of Pathfinder Ranches joins the guys to talk about his business of sage grouse conservation banking. They discuss how conservation banks work, grazing benefitting habitat, youth hunting programs, Dave turning 40, pranks on friends, and a primer on an epic moose hunt. You won’t want to miss this episode.

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0063 - The Trump Administration Amends Endangered...

Your Mountain ·

2019/08/20

National media headlines would lead one to believe that the Trump administration just significantly weakened the Endangered Species Act. Did they? They guys dissect the recent amendments to the implementing regulations, and lay out both the positives and negatives of the changes. They also get philosophical about partisanship, and Nephi dishes some compliments. So, is the sky falling? Are species destined to falter? You'll have to listen to find out.

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01:01:28

0062 - Wildlife Law with Chris Tymeson

Your Mountain ·

2019/08/13

Join Dave as he visits with Chris Tymeson - chief legal counsel for Kansas Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism. They discuss the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies, being a wildlife attorney, fishing for wipers, public private partnerships, and everything you want to know about Kansas wildlife.

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01:04:53

0061 - The New Director of the BLM

Your Mountain ·

2019/08/06

Dave and Nephi address the controversial appointment of attorney William Perry Pendley to the highest post at the BLM. Is there cause for alarm? Are public lands really in jeopardy of being sold to the highest bidder? They tackle these questions, discuss the legal framework of public lands and the process for disposition of federal lands. They also discuss the importance of understanding alternative points of view to better resolve conflict.

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01:34:23

60 Randy Newberg

Your Mountain ·

2019/07/30

Dave and Nephi wax philosophical with TV host, podcaster, author and self-guided public land hunting advocate Randy Newberg. Join the conversation about Randy’s evolution from hunting as a kid to being a major public voice for conservation on public lands. From managing the land, to managing for species such as wolves and grizzly bears, this episode covers a lot of ground. Enjoy.

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01:04:41

0059 - Grizzly Bears and Hunting in Africa

Your Mountain ·

2019/07/23

The guys discuss a new grizzly bear lawsuit (not about Wyoming grizzlies); a bill in Congress that would forever prohibit grizzly bear hunting; and a bill that would ban the importation of many species of African wildlife into the United States. Dave also shares a story from his private legal practice, and Dave and Mike plan their fall deer hunt. True edutainment in this episode! Listen and subscribe!

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01:15:23

0058 The Long Ranger

Your Mountain ·

2019/07/17

Your Mountain sits down with John Burns, the "Godfather" of Long Range, former host on Sportsmen's Channel and Shooting Beyond Belief. Listen as we discuss legislation on the use of technology in hunting, Mountain Pursuit's 400/50 challenge, Boone and Crockett Club's position on Long Range Hunting, how an individual can find their own proverbial line in the sand, can you really buy your way in, and more.

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01:15:23

0057 - Wolves

Your Mountain ·

2019/07/09

Dave and Nephi take a deep dive into the current status of wolves in the United States. They discuss: the new US Fish and Wildlife Service proposal to delist wolves nationwide; the legal definition of distinct population segments; hunting wolves; reintroducing wolves in Colorado; the value of state management; current wolf populations; and more. They leave a lot on the table too, so watch for future episodes on the topic!

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0056 - How Gerrymandering and the Census May Impact...

Your Mountain ·

2019/07/02

What do Gerrymandering and Census citizenship questions have to do with decisions relating to land, water, and wildlife? The guys will break-down two recent US Supreme Court decisions, and discuss the nuances that could make their way into the natural resources arena. You also learn where the genesis of the term, "Gerrymandering"; a little about Mike and Dave's recent camping experience; and why Nephi was recently in Minnesota. Get ready to wonk out!

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