Ep. 329: Public Lands and That Wild Country with Hal Herring

Today on the show I’m joined by renowned conservation writer Hal Herring to discuss public land history and advocacy, wilderness, and an in-depth look at my book That Wild Country.Topics discussed: Why I'm the guest on this episode and not the host Why you should join Backcountry Hunters & Anglers The early adventures that formed the foundation for my public land passion The frustrations of public lands becoming political Theodore Roosevelt and his focus on the next generation What the writing process for That Wild Country was like Writers who influenced my work and advocacy The importance of working with diverse stakeholders to protect wild places Why a basic understanding of public land history is so important The beauty and curse of multiple-use management Action is the cure for depression Having hope   Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.