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 

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