Protecting the Owyhee Canyonlands as a National Monument

The Owyhee Canyonlands represent the largest unprotected area in the west, and 73% of Oregonians support its protection. Ryan Houston, Executive Director of the Oregon Natural Desert Association, talks about federal legislative efforts to protect it as a National Monument.KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 FM and online at www.kpov.org. KPOV offers locally produced programs and the most diverse music in Central Oregon.Listen live and learn more: www.kpov.org.Connect on Facebook: www.facebook.com/kpovbend.