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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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All Episodes

40:49

0015 - Dissecting the Land and Water Conservation Fund

Your Mountain ·

2018/09/04

Maybe you've read about it or seen references to it on social media. Maybe you know that it's set to expire on Sept. 30, 2018. But how much to you really know about the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)? You'll learn plenty as David, Mike, and Nephi take you through its history, how it's funded, how money is spent, and what Congress is considering today. Do you like baseball fields, swimming pools, parks, trails, river access, land access, hunting, or fishing? Then don't miss this

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0014 - A Conversation with Game Wardens from Across...

Your Mountain ·

2018/08/28

Ever wonder what it takes to be a game warden? The guys crash the North American Wildlife Enforcement Officers Association annual convention to find out. Join them as they talk to Liza-J Bobseine of New York, Kerry Wrishko of Saskatchewan, and Shawn Blajszczak of Wyoming about their experiences in wildlife law enforcement. Learn about fighting illegal trade of animal parts like shark fins, ivory, and live tigers. Other topics discussed include: the process of becoming a game warden, using DNA to

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0013 - Dissecting the Endangered Species Act, Part 3:...

Your Mountain ·

2018/08/21

It's all been building to this. In Part 1, we talked history of the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Part 2 focused on how it works. Now, in Part 3, the guys discuss the future of the ESA. They touch on a series of bills introduced by the Western Caucus in the US House. What is the Western Caucus? The guys explain. They dissect a US Senate draft bill, and detail regulatory proposals introduced by the Secretary of Interior. Can they succeed? How can you make your voice heard? You'll have to listen to

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54:48

0012 - Hunter Advocacy with Land Tawney, President...

Your Mountain ·

2018/08/14

Land Tawney, President and CEO of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers joins Dave, Mike, and Nephi for an educational, thought-provoking, and frequently hilarious conversation. Learn about BHA's "Hike to Hunt" program; training for hunting season; hunter/outdoor rec partnerships; Dave's terrible kayaking skills; history, mission, and structure of BHA; Land and Water Conservation Fund; River Access; backcountry law enforcement; importance of landowner relationships; Dave's deer honey hole; and Land's

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40:44

0011 - Dissecting the Endangered Species Act, Part 2:...

Your Mountain ·

2018/08/07

In Part 2 of a 3 Part series, Dave, Mike, and Nephi get a little wonky talking about how the Endangered Species Act operates, or is supposed to work. The guys discuss the process of listing and delisting species, candidate species, public participation in the process, as well as some of the other things the Fish and Wildlife Service must do under the Act. This episode draws upon the Part 1 discussion about why the Act was passed, and sets up Part 3 that will cover proposed statutory and regulatory

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0010 - Interview with Zach Bowhay of Hunt DIY

Your Mountain ·

2018/07/31

Zach Bowhay is back to talk with the guys about how to game western preference point systems and why it's creating a problem for the future of hunting. Zach reveals the trials of being an outdoor writer, and the guys talk about the evolution of state wildlife management. The guys also debate whether too much hunting success early on is good for a new hunter. Join the guys at First Lite headquarters. www.itsyourmountain.com Hunting, Fishing, Public Lands Law and Policy, Preference Points, Hunt

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0009 - Dissecting the Endangered Species Act, Part 1:...

Your Mountain ·

2018/07/24

Mike and Dave tackle the first episode of a three part series on one of this country's most impactful conservation laws - the Endangered Species Act (ESA). They share their personal experiences working with the ESA in science, law, and policy, and then dive into its storied history. Did you know that the ESA was Congress's 3rd attempt at a species preservation law? You will after this episode. The guys also discuss how a small fish shut down a $100 million water infrastructure project, the first US

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0008 - Kryptek's Kelli Thornton discusses women...

Your Mountain ·

2018/07/17

Kryptek's slogan, from battlefield to back country, only tells part of the company's story. They also have notable employees and the guys sit down with one of them--international hunter and hunting emissary Kelli Thornton. The guys learn about how she got into hunting and the fast growing segment of women hunters, blaze pink, commissioner tags, getting veterans into hunting, and the North American versus African conservation models. Hunting, Fishing, Conservation, Public Lands, Law and Policy,

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0007 - Dissecting Senator Mike Lee's Public Land...

Your Mountain ·

2018/07/10

You've read the headlines and seen the tweets about U.S. Senator Mike Lee's ideas for limiting national monument designations, and transferring public lands to private hands. Some groups are even using it to fundraise. But what did the Senator actually say, and what does it really mean? The guys discuss what is motivating the public lands transfer crowd, Senator Lee's ideas for transferring public lands, the likelihood of the legislation going anywhere this Congress, and how you can make your voice

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0006 - Conservation and Camo with First Lite's Ryan...

Your Mountain ·

2018/07/03

The guys cover lots of ground in this educational and funny episode with First Lite's Ryan Callahan, and Western Hunter's Zach Bowhay. Topics covered include: why everyone loves Idaho, what got Ryan started in the outdoor industry, advocating for front country vs. backcountry access, does camo work, the Pittman-Robertson Act, finding more money for wildlife conservation, the 2% for Conservation program, do non-hunters pay their fair share for conservation, Butch Cassidy in Idaho, and much more.

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0005 - Dissecting The Pittman-Robertson Act

Your Mountain ·

2018/06/26

You hear it all the time - hunters pay for wildlife conservation. But, what does that really mean? In this short but educational episode, the guys breakdown the Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Act - better known as the Pittman-Robertson Act. They cover: (1) The events that led to Congress adopting the Act, (2) How the Act works, (3) Why hunters and non-hunters should care, and (4) current legislation that would amend the Act, including each one's likelihood of passing this Congress. You don't

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0004 - Black Bear Hunting, and Hunters as...

Your Mountain ·

2018/06/19

David Willms, Mike McGrady, and Nephi Cole visit with Jana Waller, wildlife artist, and host of Skull Bound TV on The Sportsman Channel. The guys sit down with Jana only hours after her epic Montana black bear hunt and get all the details. They also discuss the importance of educating non-hunters about hunters as wildlife conservationists, the value of hunting in Africa, the changing demographics of the American hunter, and the need to recruit women and veterans to hunting. Jana also shares what we

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01:11:44

0003 - Public Lands with Braden Sheppard, Utah...

Your Mountain ·

2018/06/11

Dave Willms, Mike McGrady and Nephi Cole visit with Braden Sheppard from Utah Governor Herbert's Office. The guys visit about Braden's work with big horn sheep, shrinking Bears Ears National Monument, loving our public lands to death, hunting in Utah, Revised Statute 2477 road claims, and Dave questions whether Utah actually has a cutt slam. Hunting, Fishing, Recreation, Outdoors, and Public Land Law and Policy Show Notes:coming soon http://www.itsyourmountain.com/podcast/

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0002 - The Outdoor Economy with Amy Roberts, Outdoor...

Your Mountain ·

2018/06/11

Dave Willms, Mike McGrady and Nephi Cole chat with the Executive Director of the Outdoor Industry Association, Amy Roberts, from her office in Boulder, Colorado. This episode dives into the reasons behind the >$800 billion outdoor recreation economy, Bear's Ears, Utah's public land bills, public land transfers, supporting the Land and Water Conservation Fund, tariffs on outdoor recreation gear, the backpack tax, the Outdoor Industry Association's efforts to get inner city children in the great

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0001 - A Conversation with Steven Rinella of MeatEater

Your Mountain ·

2018/06/11

Dave Willms, Mike McGrady, and Nephi Cole visit with author and TV personality Steven Rinella, host of the MeatEater TV show and podcast, from his home in Seattle. In this episode, the guys tackle who knows the most about dinosaurs, the best parts of a sage-grouse, history of the Wilderness Act, permitting for filming in Wilderness areas, Dave's propensity for short-range shooting, the future of MeatEater, whether hunting is a fundamental right or a privilege, and Steve's podcast tour. Hunting,

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01:15

000 Your Mountain -Teaser

Your Mountain ·

2018/06/06

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, your wildlife. You should know about them. This is your mountain. Teaser episode. Hunting, Fishing, Public Land Law and Policy http://www.itsyourmountain.com/

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