Hal Herring Talks Public Lands: History, Importance and Potential Future

Hal Herring is an award-winning journalist and writer renowned for his work in conservation and investigative journalism. His writing has appeared in notable publications such as The Atlantic, The Economist, and Orion. He is also a contributing editor at Field & Stream and a regular contributor to High Country News.Beyond his writing, Herring has made significant contributions to the podcasting world as the host of the "Podcast & Blast with Hal Herring," produced by Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. This podcast delves into topics related to conservation, hunting, and the outdoors, reflecting Herring's commitment to these issues. Herring's dedication to conservation and the outdoors is evident not only in his writing but also in his active involvement in related communities and initiatives. His work continues to inspire and inform those passionate about the natural world and its preservation. https://www.halherring.com/SHOW NOTES:00:03:36 - Formative Years of an Outdoor Writer00:05:13 - Discovering the Wonders of Western Public Lands00:07:10 - From Alabama to Montana: A Life in the Wild00:09:08 - Dual Citizenship and Montana's Arid Landscape00:10:48 - The Arid Beauty and Vital Watersheds of Public Lands00:13:52 - The Importance of Public Lands in America00:15:36 - The Origins of Forest Conservation in the US00:19:10 - The Timber Reserve Act and the Clash of Conservation Visions00:21:17 - Preserving America's Public Lands00:25:57 - Valuing America's Public Lands00:28:16 - The Importance of Public Lands and Collaborative Management00:30:49 - Valuing and Preserving America's Public Lands00:33:08 - Preserving Wildlife Corridors on Public Lands00:35:07 - Preserving America's Public Lands for Future Generations00:38:13 - Connect with Nature to Conserve ItFollow the adventures and interviews in real time at TrailLessTraveled.net and be sure to check out our visual series on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram.The radio version of the show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FMWhy listen to the radio version instead of the podcast? Well, because the radio version includes music selected by the folks we interview!Please help us keep the podcast ad free by donating $3/month via PATREON. We really need your help, as of right now we are only brining in $79/month in donations.#travelpodcast #adventurepodcast #conservationpodcast #podcast #MONTANA #ecology #hunting #conservation #storytelling #adventure #travel #traillesstraveled #missoula #adventuretravel #publiclands #keepitpublic #halherring #backcountryhuntersandanglers #bha Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.