E58 Wade Crowfoot – Water, Wildfire & the Future of Conservation in California

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Naturally Scott, Scott Harris sits down with Wade Crowfoot, Secretary of the California Natural Resources Agency, for a wide-ranging conversation about conservation, climate challenges, and the future of one of the most biodiverse places on Earth.Wade shares how a childhood spent outdoors in the Midwest shaped his path into public service, and how his work now spans everything from wildfire prevention and water management to protecting California’s vast natural landscapes. Together, Scott and Wade explore the realities of managing natural resources in a state of 40 million people—where conservation, development, and climate pressures all collide.The conversation dives into:How California is tackling wildfire through forest management and prescribed burns The future of water in the West, including drought, desalination, and the Colorado River The surprising resilience of nature—from salmon returning to restored rivers to rewilding efforts The role of technology and innovation in conservation Why protecting nature ultimately means protecting ourselvesFrom redwood forests to Monterey Bay, this episode offers a fascinating look at the challenges—and hope—facing conservation in the modern world.👉 Stay up to date and get access to bonus content by joining us here: https://naturallyscott.kit.com/5fd12c6752