Podcasts about Bears Ears National Monument

President Donald Trump is expected to reverse President Joe Biden's designation of two national monuments in California supported by area tribes. The Department of Justice issued an opinion that it is in the president's purview to do away with Chuckwalla National Monument and Sáttítla Highlands National Monument. There is additional pressure to at least reduce the side of Bears Ears National Monument and Grand Staircase Escalante as President Trump did during his first term. The changes to national monuments also come as Republicans in Congress propose selling millions of acres of federal land, some of which is important to nearby tribes. We'll get a rundown of the likely land moves and how it affects people. We'll also hear about the final piece in a land transfer to the Yurok Tribe that comprises the largest return of land to a tribe in California history. Nearly all of the Yurok's traditional land — 90% — was taken during the time known as the California Gold Rush.

President Donald Trump is expected to reverse President Joe Biden's designation of two national monuments in California supported by area tribes. The Department of Justice issued an opinion that it is in the president's purview to do away with Chuckwalla National Monument and Sáttítla Highlands National Monument. There is additional pressure to at least reduce the side of Bears Ears National Monument and Grand Staircase Escalante as President Trump did during his first term. The changes to national monuments also come as Republicans in Congress propose selling millions of acres of federal land, some of which is important to nearby tribes. We'll get a rundown of the likely land moves and how it affects people. We'll also hear about the final piece in a land transfer to the Yurok Tribe that comprises the largest return of land to a tribe in California history. Nearly all of the Yurok's traditional land — 90% — was taken during the time known as the California Gold Rush. GUESTS Joseph Mirelez (Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians), chairman of the Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians Davina Smith (Diné), co-chair of the Bears Ears Inter-Tribal Coalition Matthew Campbell (Native Village of Gambell), deputy director of the Native American Rights Fund Tiana Williams-Claussen (Yurok), wildlife director for the Yurok Tribe

Episode Summary: In this episode of 90 Miles from Needles, host Chris Clarke looks into the intricate issues surrounding Bears Ears National Monument with guest Davina Smith, a Diné activist and Co-Chair of the Bears Ears Inter-Tribal Coalition. The episode's introduction grapples with the political turmoil surrounding federal land designations and their impact on indigenous rights and environmental conservation. Clarke and Smith navigate through the consequences of political maneuvers by successive U.S. administrations, especially concerning the Bears Ears National Monument's existence and preservation. Throughout the episode, Smith discusses the historical and cultural significance of Bears Ears for the Dine people and other Native American tribes, underscoring its critical importance beyond mere land but as a living museum and spiritual sanctuary. Smith passionately depicts current threats from mining interests and unauthorized land use and calls for more robust public understanding and participation in protecting these sacred lands. As listeners are taken through Smith's perspective as an advocate and a former state political candidate, they are encouraged to engage actively in desert protection initiatives. Key Takeaways: Historical Significance of Bears Ears: Bears Ears is regarded by the Diné as a sacred cultural landscape with deep historical ties dating back to their ancestors, serving as a refuge and resource area. Current Threats to Bears Ears: The ongoing risk from mining activities and political opposition threatens the preservation efforts, reflecting past attempts to reduce and undermine land protections. Advocacy and Public Education: Emphasizing the importance of educating oneself about Bears Ears and its management plan as a means to participate proactively in conservation efforts. Political Dynamics: The Trump administration’s rollback of national monument protections is a recurring theme, revealing the broader political attacks on federal lands. Community Collaboration: Exploring avenues for economic growth respecting cultural lands, including tourism as a potential path, highlighting the complexity of local collaboration efforts. Notable Quotes: "It's about educating yourself, hearing from those that have worked in this work of protecting Bears Ears." "Bears Ears is a living environment, and that's why I go there…it's still communicating with Mother Earth." "I'm here to be a part of that voice because I was shared from my mother, my grandmother, and the grandmothers before them." "Educating people in these areas of Bears Ears…it's about educating these areas, but educating yourself as an individual." Resources: Bears Ears Intertribal Coalition: To explore the coalition's work and understand the management plans. https://www.bearsearscoalition.org/ Katherine Smith on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Katherine_Smith_(Navajo_activist)Chris article on the Navajo-Hopi Land Dispute: https://www.earthisland.org/journal/index.php/magazine/entry/clear_skies_in_the_desert To truly grasp the depth of these issues and support meaningful action, listen to the full episode. Stay up-to-date with 90 Miles from Needles for further insights into the ongoing challenges faced by desert ecosystems and indigenous communities.Become a desert defender!: https://90milesfromneedles.com/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not long ago, while walking up a gravel road in Bears Ears National Monument, my eye was distracted by a flash of brilliant, almost neon green against the red rocks and sand.

This week on the Regional Roundup, as the Trump administration considers shrinking the size of several national monuments, including Bears Ears in Utah, we hear why the area is sacred to many tribes. We also learn about a program helping workers in one resort community who can't afford housing. Plus, a story about the ways in which federal immigration laws are affecting communities across the region.

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With the support of area tribes, President Joe Biden just designated the Chuckwalla National Monument using his authority under the Antiquities Act. That same law created the path for President Barack Obama to designate the Bears Ears National Monument in Utah. Both actions stirred opposition from ranchers, oil drillers, and other profit-driven entities who see a better use for that land. Now, that opposition is surfacing in Congress, as a bill to strip the president's use of Antiquities. We'll talk about what the Antiquities Act does, and how it protects — and hinders — Native American interests. GUESTS Shannon O'Loughlin (citizen of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma), chief executive and attorney for the Association on American Indian Affairs Arnold Thomas, tribal vice-chairman for the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Indian Reservation Matthew Campbell (enrolled member of the Native Village of Gambell on the Saint Lawrence Island in Alaska), deputy director of the Native American Rights Fund

With the support of area tribes, President Joe Biden just designated the Chuckwalla National Monument using his authority under the Antiquities Act. That same law created the path for President Barack Obama to designate the Bears Ears National Monument in Utah. Both actions stirred opposition from ranchers, oil drillers, and other profit-driven entities who see a better use for that land. Now, that opposition is surfacing in Congress, as a bill to strip the president's use of Antiquities. We'll talk about what the Antiquities Act does, and how it protects — and hinders — Native American interests. GUESTS Shannon O'Loughlin (citizen of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma), chief executive and attorney for the Association on American Indian Affairs Arnold Thomas, tribal vice-chairman for the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Indian Reservation Matthew Campbell (enrolled member of the Native Village of Gambell on the Saint Lawrence Island in Alaska), deputy director of the Native American Rights Fund

Cases in the U.S. District Court of Utah can now be heard in Moab and Monticello. The change is intended to cut down travel times for law enforcement involved in hearings and citizens selected for federal jury duty. Plus, a new management plan for Bears Ears National Monument allows rock climbing, prohibits base jumping, and continues on with the status quo for grazing in the area.

13 states have joined Utah in calling for the disposal of public lands. Dave and Nephi discuss which states, and what this means. They also discuss the banning of recreational shooting in Bears Ears National Monument, and provide an update on a bill that would allow Sunday hunting in Pennsylvania. We call this segment--how to kill a bill. 

In Episode 465 of District of Conservation, Gabriella updates listeners on a positive update to the George Washington & Jefferson National Forest closures in Virginia, Harris-Walz outreach to hunters and anglers, and the problem with banning recreational shooting on 1.36M acres on Bears Ears National Monument in Utah. Tune in to learn more! SHOW NOTES What Forest Closures in Virginia Mean for Non-Virginians,Public Land Users Everywhere Hunters and Anglers for Harris-Walz Harris-Walz Campaign Launches Coalition of Hunters and Anglers as It Tries to Appeal to Rural Men Tim Walz Embarrasses Himself Going Shooting, Can't Load A Shotgun NSSF Opposes Interior Department Proposal to Close 1.3 Million Acres of Bears Ears National Monument Recreational shooting would be prohibited at Bears Ears National Monument under new proposed plan BLM, USDA Forest Service issue proposed plan for Bears Ears National Monument Make Your Voice Heard- Oppose Unsupported Access Restrictions on Bears Ears National Monument! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/district-of-conservation/support

In this week's episode of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, Fred is joined once again by  CSF Director of Federal Relations Taylor Schmitz to discuss the recent decision by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to close the Bears Ears National Monument to recreational shooting, a move that has raised concerns among the sporting community. Fred and Taylor delve into the implications of legislation such as the Dingell Act, which mandates that federal lands are open unless closed, and how this decision appears to contradict that principle. Taylor emphasizes the need for community action and awareness regarding the management of national monuments and the potential loss of access to recreational activities to sportsmen and women.   Then, Fred is back covering all that's fit to print related to hunting, fishing, and other conservation issues across the nation including Florida's Amendment 2, Pennsylvania's Sunday hunting expansion, Wisconsin's public land acquisition fund, and Wyoming's celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Day.   Takeaways Bears Ears National Monument + BLM VS The Dingell- Act: The Bears Ears National Monument is now closed to recreational shooting, meanwhile the Dingell Act establishes that federal lands are open unless closed raises questions about compliance with the Dingell Act concerning the closure. Amendment 2 In Florida: Amendment 2 in Florida aims to protect hunting and fishing rights. Bipartisan support is crucial for the success of Amendment 2. Right to Hunt, Fish and Harvest Wildlife – Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation Sunday Hunting Coming To The Keystone State?: Sunday hunting expansion in Pennsylvania is gaining momentum, opening up key access to public lands which would be vital for outdoor traditions. Sunday Hunting Restrictions – Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation CSF Protecting Outdoor Pursuits Conservation Raffle: POP4Conservation   Get the FREE Sportsmen's Voice e-publication in your inbox every Monday: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/newsletter

The Bears Ears Digital Cultural Heritage Initiative is a group of anthropologists, archaeologists, and indigenous communities collaborating to create virtual reality experiences and photogrammetric models of significant sites in the Bears Ears National Monument. We talk with Eric Heller, professor of anthropology at the University of Southern California, Noah Pleshet, assistant professor of anthropology at the university of New Brunswick, and Ben Bellorado, assistant curator at the Arizona State Museum about their methods and the importance of involving descendant communities in the interpretation and preservation of these sacred sites. We talk about the educational and preservation goals of the initiative, the involvement of indigenous students and community members, and the future potential for expanding this technology-driven approach to cultural heritage.

Tribes in California are urging President Joe Biden to designate three new national monuments in order to protect what the tribes say are natural and cultural treasures. The proposed Sáttítla National Monument would cover 200,000 acres in northeastern California important to the Pit River and Modoc Nations. The California State Assembly also signed onto the push to designate 627,000 acres as the Chuckwalla National Monument and almost 400,00 acres as the Kw'tsán National Monument. The effort comes as the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals is expected weigh in on a challenge to President Biden's use of the Antiquities Act to set aside some 1.5 million acres of land, including the Bears Ears National Monument in Utah. GUESTS Tomas Tortez Jr. (Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians), Tribal Council Chairman of the Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians Brandy McDaniels (Pit River), Sáttítla National Monument Working Group Lead for the Pit River Nation Delaine Spilsbury (Ely Shoshone), tribal elder Rick Spilsbury (Ely Shoshone), tribal elder and retired engineer Monte Sanford, Bahsahwahbee National Monument campaign director

Tribes in California are urging President Joe Biden to designate three new national monuments in order to protect what the tribes say are natural and cultural treasures. The proposed Sáttítla National Monument would cover 200,000 acres in northeastern California important to the Pit River and Modoc Nations. The California State Assembly also signed onto the push to designate 627,000 acres as the Chuckwalla National Monument and almost 400,00 acres as the Kw'tsán National Monument. The effort comes as the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals is expected weigh in on a challenge to President Biden's use of the Antiquities Act to set aside some 1.5 million acres of land, including the Bears Ears National Monument in Utah.

In this episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, we dive into the lasting impact of Theodore Roosevelt's 1908 speech, "Conservation as a National Duty," and its relevance to today's environmental challenges. Roosevelt's call for federal responsibility and wise resource management was a turning point in the early conservation movement, addressing the unsustainable exploitation of forests, wildlife, and waterways. More than a century later, we find ourselves grappling with many of the same issues, such as deforestation, overfishing, and water scarcity, demonstrating how Roosevelt's message remains timeless in the ongoing battle between resource use and conservation. We explore how the principles Roosevelt championed—federal oversight, public land protection, and the moral responsibility to conserve—are echoed in today's conservation policies. From the Clean Air Act to the Endangered Species Act, the struggle between protecting natural resources and yielding to industrial interests continues. We also touch on the modern debates over public land use, such as the controversial discussions surrounding the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and Bears Ears National Monument, showing how Roosevelt's foresight laid the groundwork for the conservation battles we still face today. In the 21st century, new environmental threats, particularly climate change, have emerged, amplifying the urgency of conservation efforts. While Roosevelt could not have predicted the global impact of industrialization, his belief in the long-term protection of natural resources aligns with today's climate movement. As we navigate the complexities of federal policies, global cooperation, and grassroots movements, we reflect on how Roosevelt's legacy continues to inspire and challenge us in the fight for environmental sustainability.

Heidi Redd is a renowned rancher, conservationist, author, and member of the National Cowgirl Museum's Hall of Fame. Sue Bellagamba serves as Canyonlands Regional Director at the Nature Conservancy, and for more than thirty years, she has worked to protect the lands and waters of southeastern Utah. Heidi and TNC have been partners since 1997 when Heidi sold her family's Utah ranch– The Dugout Ranch– to the Nature Conservancy in a historic conservation deal that protected the property from impending development. The Dugout Ranch is located at the gateway to Canyonlands National Park and sits within the boundaries of what is now Bears Ears National Monument– a fragile and arid landscape that has faced various development and environmental threats for many decades. Heidi and Sue have worked together in many capacities over the years, with one of their most notable achievements being the creation of The Canyonlands Research Center (“CRC”), which is headquartered at the Dugout Ranch. The CRC was founded in 2010, and its mission is to “promote a sustainable future on the Colorado Plateau for people and nature through research, inspiration, and demonstration of evidence-based solutions to solve some of our most pressing ecological, social, and economic issues.” Heidi is also the author of the excellent new book titled A Cowgirl's Conservation Journey: Stories from the Dugout Ranch. The book details her fascinating and adventurous life, with tales ranging from her youth (which included lots of rock climbing and skydiving), to her early years on the Dugout Ranch, all the way up to some recent behind-the-scenes stories from the designation of Bears Ears as a National Monument. If you're a fan of history, adventure, ranching, conservation, and purpose-driven people, I know you'll enjoy the book. We covered a lot in the episode, including Heidi's upbringing, her first visit to the Dugout Ranch, and when she knew that she would devote her life to stewarding the Dugout's spectacular landscapes. Sue provides some excellent context around conservation in the American Southwest, and why drylands are such a critical ecosystem and focus of TNC's efforts. We discuss how TNC initially built trust with Heidi back in the 1990s, the creation of The Canyonlands Research Center, new insights Heidi gleaned from writing her book, and much more. Be sure to visit the episode notes for links to everything we discuss, including Heidi's book. A huge thanks to Heidi and Sue for taking the time to chat with me and share their wisdom from so many decades of conversation work in such a special part of the country. Enjoy! --- The Dugout Ranch The Canyonlands Research Center A Cowgirl's Conservation Journey: Stories from the Dugout Ranch by Heidi Redd Full episode notes and links: https://mountainandprairie.com/heidi-sue/ --- This episode is brought to you in partnership with the Colorado chapter of The Nature Conservancy and TNC chapters throughout the Western United States. Guided by science and grounded by decades of collaborative partnerships, The Nature Conservancy has a long-standing legacy of achieving lasting results to create a world where nature and people thrive. On the last Tuesday of every month throughout 2024, Mountain & Prairie will be delving into conversations with a wide range of The Nature Conservancy's leaders, partners, collaborators, and stakeholders, highlighting the myriad of conservation challenges, opportunities, and solutions here in the American West and beyond. To learn more about The Nature Conservancy's impactful work in the West and around the world, visit www.nature.org --- TOPICS DISCUSSED: 4:00 - Heidi's upbringing 7:15 - Heidi describes the Dugout Ranch 13:30 - When Heidi knew she wanted to dedicate her life to the Dugout Ranch and surrounding area 16:00 - When Heidi took the reins of the Dugout 20:45 - When Heidi became interested in working with TNC 24:30 - Why Heidi trusted TNC 26:45 - Sue explains why TNC wanted to get involved with the Dugout Ranch and what their plan was once they purchased it 30:15 - Sue explains the mission and purpose of the Canyonlands Research Center 32:15 - When climate change got on Heidi's radar 37:45 - How Heidi discusses climate change, given our political climate 41:30 - Sue explains why drylands are so important 44:00 - Heidi and Sue explain the impact of the political battle surrounding Bears Ears on their work 50:30 - Heidi discusses whether or not writing her book helped her come to new conclusions 54:00 - Heidi's hopes for her family 55:30 - Heidi and Sue's book recommendations 59:45 - Parting words of wisdom --- ABOUT MOUNTAIN & PRAIRIE: Mountain & Prairie - All Episodes Mountain & Prairie Shop Mountain & Prairie on Instagram Upcoming Events About Ed Roberson Support Mountain & Prairie Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts

Hosts Sylvia and Austen talk with Dr. Neil Hansen and graduate student, Elisabeth Currit about soil science and Elisabeth's research in Bears Ears National Monument. This episode was recorded on April 15, 2024.

In this episode, Ben and Simone discuss the issue of disability access in outdoor recreation on public lands. They highlight the importance of motorized recreation for individuals with physical disabilities and the therapeutic benefits it provides. They mention that they consistently bring up disability access in their comments and lawsuits, but the agencies often ignore these concerns. They also discuss specific cases, such as the proposed closure of Arch Canyon in Bears Ears National Monument, where disability access is at risk. Ben and Simone encourage individuals with disabilities to share their stories and advocate for their rights to access public lands. Share Your Stories: https://www.sharetrails.org/current-issues/operation-accessible-2/ Comment on Bears Ears Plan: https://www.sharetrails.org/bears-ears-draft-resource-management-plan-released-for-public-comment/        

Cowgirl and conservationist, Heidi Redd, discusses her new book titled, "A Cowgirl's Conservation Journey: Stories from the Dugout Ranch," which highlights the largest private holding in Bears Ears National Monument. And former U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell, who wrote the forward to Redd's book, joins the discussion.Then, Claire and Chris speak with David McGuire from Shark Stewards about the importance of seagrasses and what their decay could mean for our oceans.

Today we talk to Sophia Fisher of the Moab Times-Independent about a phone scammer who targeted a Moab resident. We also talk about the new superintendent for Arches and Canyonlands Nationals Parks. And we finish off discussing two new management plans for the Bears Ears National Monument and for the Green and Colorado rivers within Canyonlands. // Show Notes: // Dollar General employee foils would-be scammer https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/dollar-general-employee-foils-would-be-scammer/ // Canyonlands seeks input on river management plan https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/canyonlands-seeks-input-on-river-management-plan/ // Arches, Canyonlands announces new superintendent https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/arches-canyonlands-announces-new-superintendent/ // BLM, USFS invite input on Bears Ears National Monument draft plan https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/blm-usfs-invite-input-on-bears-ears-national-monument-draft-plan/

In Episode 423 of District of Conservation, Gabriella welcomes back Andrew Sandstrom, a conservative conservationist activists hailing from Utah, to discuss the Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Forest Service's Bear Ears National Monument Draft Plan. This is the third plan of its kind. The Biden administration's preferred alternative - Plan E - would rely on indigenous knowledge and prohibit grazing, so-called trophy hunting, recreational shooting, and OHV access throughout most of the national monument. Learn more in today's episode. SHOW NOTES Follow Andrew on Twitter A "Monumental" Trek Through Utah! Conservation Nation E11 Deseret News: Opinion: Expanding national monuments could undermine true conservation efforts BLM, USDA Forest Service invite input on Bears Ears National Monument draft plan Idaho Capital Sun: BLM looks to emphasize indigenous knowledge with newly unveiled Bears Ears management plan --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/district-of-conservation/support

Federal agencies and five sovereign tribal nations released a draft plan for Bears Ears National Monument. The federal-tribal partnership is the first of its kind, and so is the preferred draft plan, which would maximize tribal input on 1.36 million acres of public land in southeastern Utah. Plus: a documentary about mountain bikers on the Navajo Nation is screening across our region. And: people gathered in Jackson to bring attention to legislation that may dial back more rights of LGBTQ + people and kids in the U.S. and Wyoming. // Show Notes: https://www.kzmu.org/first-of-its-kind-plan-released-for-bears-ears-national-monument/

Today on the News Reel we talk to Sophia Fisher, reporter with the Times-Independent. We discuss why a land swap between the state and the federal government recently fell apart within Bears Ears National Monument. We also talk about the Grand County School District's superintendent, who will retire in July. And we finish off with a story about a local high school wrestling star, who recently won the state championship. // Show Notes: // Here's why the Bears Ears land swap fell apart https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/heres-why-the-bears-ears-land-swap-fell-apart/ // Kay reflects on 33-year career with Grand County https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/kay-reflects-on-33-year-career-with-grand-county/ // Austin Paris repeats as state champ https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/austin-paris-repeats-as-state-champ/ // GCHS swimmers crush states as men take 1st, women 2nd https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/gchs-swimmers-crush-states-as-men-take-1st-women-2nd/

On Friday, a lawsuit that challenged President Biden's decision to restore the original size of Bears Ears National Monument and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument was dismissed by a federal judge. The State of Utah has already filed an appeal, claiming the president abused his powers under the Antiquities Act. //Photo: Bears Ears National Monument expanded by over a million acres on Friday after President Biden restored the original boundaries. Photo by the Bureau of Land Management via Flickr.

Amid the mounting pressures of climate change and habitat loss, protected areas like national parks and monuments can be a refuge for wildlife…including the very tiniest. Curious folks from around the region came together during the first annual Bears Ears Butterfly Count. Organizers say these citizen science events help document diverse species and can inspire new advocates for their conservation. Today on the news, we get up close with a few of these amazing, multi-colored winged creatures of the Bears Ears region.  // Photo: A juniper hairstreak butterfly found in Bears Ears National Monument. Researchers have documented 130 species of butterflies in southeastern Utah. // More photos: https://www.kzmu.org/up-close-with-the-butterflies-of-bears-ears/?fbclid=IwAR2CYNVlr_Av3N6honnPq_Nb9KRxA2y-mEbf1tfu0jcPxBxczI0eLQVPozM

Until recently, lots of people, including scientists, thought fireflies only lived east of the Rockies. The Western Firefly Project is a citizen science initiative that's studying firefly populations across the West, including in Moab. Today we also hear from our partners at KSJD about a land swap settlement in Bears Ears National Monument, a new conservation bill for the Dolores River, and a moratorium on oil and gas leasing within a 10-mile radius of Chaco Canyon National Park. Show Notes: //Photo: Moab is home to a different genus of fireflies than the rest of the state. Scientists are still stumped why. Photo via Flickr. //Western Firefly Project https://nhmu.utah.edu/citizen-science/fireflies

Bears Ears National Monument is over 1 million acres in size, but only 2 federal employees manage it. After talking with the Interior Secretary, Rep. John Curtis says it's being neglected, and Utah would do a better job of preserving it. Plus, House Republicans have introduced a plan to raise the debt limit. Rep. Curtis breaks down what's in the plan and what the Problem Solvers Caucus is proposing as a backup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Oath Keepers were central to the January 6th storming of the US Capitol. We talk with an Estes Park man who used to churn out the militia group's propaganda. Then, the layered history of Bears Ears National Monument, which is, in many ways, like an outdoor museum.

The Oath Keepers were central to the January 6th storming of the US Capitol. We talk with an Estes Park man who used to churn out the militia group's propaganda. Then, the layered history of Bears Ears National Monument, which is, in many ways, like an outdoor museum.

A Wallace Stegner Center Green BagEVENT DESCRIPTION: Designated in 2016 by President Obama and reduced to 85 percent of its original size one year later by President Trump, Bears Ears National Monument continues to be a flash point of conflict between ranchers, miners, environmental groups, states' rights advocates, and Native American activists. In this volume, Andrew Gulliford synthesizes 11,000 years of the region's history to illuminate what's truly at stake in this conflict and distills this geography as a place of refuge and resistance for Native Americans who seek to preserve their ancestral homes, and for the descendants of Mormon families who arrived by wagon train in 1880. Gulliford's engaging narrative explains prehistoric Pueblo villages and cliff dwellings, Navajo and Ute history, impacts of the Atomic Age, uranium mining, and the pothunting and looting of Native graves that inspired the passage of the Antiquities Act over a century ago. The book describes how the national monument came about and its deep significance to five native tribes. Bears Ears National Monument is a bellwether for public land issues in the American West. Its recognition will be a relevant topic for years to come. The University of Utah Press will join us in person to sell Bears Ears: Landscape of Refuge and Resistance and Andrew Guilliford will be happy to sign books after his presentation. Bears Ears is also available for purchase online at the University of Utah press. Andrew Gulliford is a professor of history and Environmental Studies at Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado where he has been awarded the Roger Peters Distinguished Faculty Award for teaching, research and service. Gulliford teaches popular courses on wilderness, national parks, Western history, and environmental history. He is the author of America's Country Schools, Sacred Objects and Sacred Places: Preserving Tribal Traditions, and Boomtown Blues: Colorado Oil Shale, which won the Colorado Book Award.  He edited Preserving Western History, which was voted one of the best books on the Southwest by the Tucson-Pima County Library. His book Outdoors in the Southwest: An Adventure Anthology won the Arizona/New Mexico Book Award in the category of nature/ environment and Best Book on Arizona, as well as the Colorado Book Award for best anthology. Gulliford edited The Last Stand of the Pack: A Critical Edition, about wolves in Colorado, which was published by the University Press of Colorado. His book The Woolly West: Colorado's Hidden History of Sheepscapes, published by Texas A&M University Press, was chosen the Outstanding Nonfiction winner for the 2019 Wrangler Western Heritage Awards sponsored by the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City. It also won the Colorado Book Award for history. His latest book is Bears Ears: Landscape of Refuge and Resistance from the University of Utah Press. Dr. Gulliford has received the National Individual Volunteer Award from the U.S. Forest Service for wilderness education, and a certificate of recognition from the Secretary of Agriculture for “outstanding contributions to America's natural and cultural resources.” For a decade he held a federal appointment to the Southwest Colorado Resources Advisory Council of the Bureau of Land Management. Gulliford writes columns about the Southwest for the Durango Herald, the Cortez Journal, and the San Juan Record (Monticello, Utah) and he appears in history programs for “The Colorado Experience” television series produced by Rocky Mountain PBS. This episode was originally broadcast and recorded on April 6, 2023.

After the pandemic travel surge and increased publicity for Bears Ears National Monument, it seems more visitors than ever have explored the canyons and forested mesas of southeastern Utah. That can mean more vandalism, theft or disturbance of Ancestral Pueblo artifacts and ruins. Archeologists in the state are racing to survey areas before something is lost. Plus, four states along the Colorado River are getting closer to finalizing details of a program to pay water users to conserve. And last week Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser pushed for a judge to block Albertsons' $4 billion payout to its investors while the company's merger with Kroger is under review. Weiser's office is leading a multistate investigation of the proposed grocery chain merger. Last, the Navajo Nation Police Department has received numerous missing persons reports that they have traced to addiction treatment centers in Arizona. // Show notes: // Photo: Archaeologist Allison Aakre has seen vandalism of Ancestral Pueblo sites in remote National Forest areas in southeast Utah. KZMU // See the 'Pledge to Protect the Past' campaign for information on visiting sensitive sites responsibly https://history.utah.gov/take-the-pledge-to-protect-the-past/ // KUNC: Some water users could get paid to conserve as Upper Colorado River Basin program gets planned reboot https://www.kunc.org/environment/2022-12-08/some-water-users-could-get-paid-to-conserve-as-upper-colorado-river-basin-program-gets-planned-reboot // KSUT: Navajo Nation Police Department warns tribal citizens about recruiters https://tribalradio.org/navajo-nation-police-department-warns-tribal-citizens-about-recruiters/ // KSJD: Colorado AG to lead a multi-state investigation of proposed Albertsons/Kroger merger https://www.ksjd.org/2022-12-08/attorney-general-weiser-to-lead-multi-state-investigation-of-albertsons-kroger-merger

We revisit our conversation with Jim Enote to talk about the different ways that western scientists and Native people understand the world, Bears Ears National Monument, challenges facing the Colorado Plateau, Native response to rock art and more.

Cynthia Wilson, (RPL Native and Indigenous Rights Fellow) and Angelo Baca (Cultural Resources Coordinator for Utah Diné Bikéyah) speak from their experience as Indigenous community organizers helping to secure the protection of Bears Ears National Monument. Located in southeast Utah, Bears Ears was subjected to Proclamation 9681 by President Trump in 2017 to reduce protected lands by more than 1.1 million acres. Following an Indigenous-led movement to protect Bears Ears, a reparative proclamation to modify the boundaries was issued by President Biden in October, 2021. Cynthia Wilson and Angelo Baca will discuss lessons learned from listening, organizing, mobilizing, and planning from a placed-based approach while engaging local Tribal voices, advancing community priorities and goals of ancestral land protection. This event took place on April 28, 2022 Learn more: https://rpl.hds.harvard.edu/news/bears-ears%C2%A0-listening-we-are-still-here-and-land-calling-us-back-0

In Episode 311 of District of Conservation, Gabriella publishes her interview with Bruce Adams, a long-serving San Juan County, UT commissioner. Commissioner Adams discusses his background, service to the commission, his involvement in Bears Ears National Monument, and shares what he loves most about his county and its outdoor offerings. Tune in! SHOW NOTES Follow Commissioner Adams on Facebook San Juan County UT Homepage Bears Ears National Monument Butler Wash Ruins - Bears Ears President Trump and Bruce Adams in 2017 at Bears Ears Downsizing Ceremony --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/district-of-conservation/support

This week BRC and Arizona Backcountry Explorers filed an administrative appeal of the Bouse and Cactus Plain Travel Plan, which closes over 1,000 miles of routes in Arizona. For those who commented recently on the Labyrinth Rims and Gemini Bridges plan in Moab, this appeal gives you insight into what the next steps of the process will look like.  We also briefly discuss the approaching deadline for public comment on the Bears Ears National Monument plan, that will result in dramatic changes in how that area is managed: https://www.sharetrails.org/bears-ears-national-monument-updating-resource-management-plan/ We also invite everyone to enter our new sweepstakes to enter an exclusive vacation to go on a snowmobile adventure in Yellowstone National Park: https://www.tapkat.org/blueribbon-coalition/a5NvK5  

Bears Ears National Monument has been in the news for years due to its status as a national monument being in flux– and as it finally enters its official planning process, we're looking to Indigenous leaders to tell us what co-management (and the change in agency culture it could take to make that happen successfully) really mean.A note: It's at this stage of the planning process that the Bureau of Land Management receives input from the public to prioritize issues they should focus on. The current open comment period (which ends October 31st) is your golden opportunity to help shape the future of the Bears Ears National Monument and echo sentiments put forward by the Indigenous voices leading the way. Joining us for this essential conversation about the role of Indigenous knowledge and leadership for Bears Ears National Monument and beyond is Regina Lopez-Whiteskunk, whom we're honored to have on the show. Regina is a fierce advocate for nature who has served as a member of the Ute Mountain Ute Tribal Council. She's a former co-chair of the Bears Ears Inter-tribal Coalition and helped lead the effort that resulted in the Bears Ears being designated as a national monument. She has been appointed by Department of Interior Secretary Haaland to serve as the Chair of the current Bears Ears National Monument Advisory Committee, and she also serves on SUWA's board of directors.Take action after this episode!The BLM is accepting comments until 10/31 as part of the scoping process. This is your chance to tell the BLM what issues are important for them to consider as they develop a draft management plan.Comment Today!Thank you to our show supporters!Wild Utah is made possible by the contributing members of SUWA. Thank you for your support!Become a SUWA member today and support the Wild Utah PodcastSubscribe to Wild Utah on your favorite podcast app!wildutah.info/Stitcherwildutah.info/Applewildutah.info/SpotifyTheme music is by Haley Noel Austin, with interlude music by Larry Pattis.Dave Pacheco is the host of Wild Utah.Post studio production and editing is by Laura Borichevsky.

Consider making a map of land use issues across the Bears Ears National Monument. This is what Gustavo Ovando-Montejo, Assistant Professor at USU Blanding, is working on. Gustavo uses geography and social science to understand landscapes and how people interact with them.

Jim Enote joins us to talk about the different ways that western scientists and Native people understand the world, Bears Ears National Monument, challenges facing the Colorado Plateau, Native response to rock art and more.

Five Tribes to advise on Bears Ears National Monument, plus Slack's "Work on Climate" channel. Meet the Earth Guardians, and listeners' call to action!

Last week federal agencies and five tribes signed a historic co-management agreement for Bears Ears National Monument. Today on the news, we speak with an expert about what co-management will look like on the ground and its potential to serve as a model for other tribal stakeholders in the country. And, federal officials kicked off a new round of negotiations for long-term management of the Colorado River. Plus, hours after the US Supreme Court overturned the landmark decision that protected the right to access safe and legal abortion services, people took to the streets to register their dissent. Our partners at KGNU report from a spontaneous demonstration in Denver, Colorado. // Show Notes // Photo: Representatives from federal agencies and five tribes co-managing Bears Ears National Monument stand under its new sign. Courtesy US Interior Department // Bears Ears National Monument https://www.blm.gov/visit/bears-ears-national-monument // KGNU: Denver Reacts To SCOTUS Ruling on Abortion Rights https://news.kgnu.org/2022/06/denver-reacts-to-scotus-ruling-on-abortion-rights/

President Biden calls on Congress to suspend federal gas tax to lower prices at the pump; Parts of the Arctic warming five times faster than the rest of the planet; Native American tribes to co-manage Bears Ears National Monument; Offshore wind project pipeline doubles in one year; PLUS: IEA warns Europe Russia could shut down gas exports this winter... All that and more in today's Green News Report!

Afghanistan Earthquake, Bears Ears National Monument, Rare Tartan, Kharkiv Shelling, Maldives Floating City, Skin Mite Sex, and more.

In our news wrap Monday, children under the age of 5 began receiving COVID vaccines, President Biden considers a pause on the federal gas tax, militants killed at least 132 villagers in Mali, Israel is headed for a new election, the Biden administration reached an agreement with Native American tribes to co-manage Bears Ears National Monument in Utah, and Russia unleashed new assaults on Ukraine. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In our news wrap Monday, children under the age of 5 began receiving COVID vaccines, President Biden considers a pause on the federal gas tax, militants killed at least 132 villagers in Mali, Israel is headed for a new election, the Biden administration reached an agreement with Native American tribes to co-manage Bears Ears National Monument in Utah, and Russia unleashed new assaults on Ukraine. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In our news wrap Monday, children under the age of 5 began receiving COVID vaccines, President Biden considers a pause on the federal gas tax, militants killed at least 132 villagers in Mali, Israel is headed for a new election, the Biden administration reached an agreement with Native American tribes to co-manage Bears Ears National Monument in Utah, and Russia unleashed new assaults on Ukraine. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

The Grand County Sheriff's Office identified Adam Pinkusiewicz as a suspect in the double homicide of Kylen Schulte and Crystal Turner. This major development comes nearly nine months after the Moab couple's remains were found at a campsite in the La Sal Mountains. Authorities are still looking for information about Pinkusiewicz, who died by suicide in September 2021. Plus, a new report by the US Interior Department is sharply critical of the Indian boarding school system. And, a group of Indigenous runners is currently traveling over 360 miles from Bears Ears National Monument to Warm Springs Park in Salt Lake City. Two runners speak about their connection to running as medicine. // Show Notes // Authorities are still looking for information about Adam Pinkusiewicz and his vehicle, a 2007 Toyota Yaris. If you might have information please call the Grand County Sheriff's Office at 435- 259-8115. // Seekhaven Family Crisis and Resource Center says trauma is a shared experience for many community members at this time. If you need support, counseling or other resources call their helpline at 435-259-2229. // Photo: A cross marks the turnoff for the campsite where Kylen Schulte and Crystal Turner were camping in August 2021. Nearly nine months since their bodies were found, law enforcement released the name of a suspect. // 5-11-22 GCSO Press Release (Includes Suspect and Vehicle Photos) https://www.kzmu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/5-11-22-GCSO-Press-Release-1.pdf // KSJD: New report investigates traumatic legacy of federal Indian boarding schools https://www.ksjd.org/podcast/ksjd-local-newscasts/2022-05-11/new-report-investigates-traumatic-legacy-of-of-federal-indian-boarding-schools // Running As Medicine Indigenous Prayer Run https://www.facebook.com/runningasmedicine

Utah's trust lands administration is looking to obtain more developable land across the state. This so-called ‘SITLA land swap' has made the local and statewide news in recent weeks. That's because the agency wants to trade about 140,000 acres currently within the boundaries of Bears Ears National Monument for valuable land in other counties. Including Grand. And local commissioners aren't exactly excited about it. Today on the news, we speak with county commissioner Sarah Stock to get the latest on this issue. // Show Notes // Photo: A view from Dead Horse Point State Park. SITLA would like to obtain a parcel adjacent to the state park as well as other areas within Grand County. Courtesy Wikimedia Commons // Grand County Public Lands Bill Process https://www.grandcountyutah.net/777/Public-Lands-Bill // Moab Sun News: Public lands proposal in progress https://moabsunnews.com/2022/05/05/public-lands-proposal-in-progress/ // SITLA (Trust Lands Administration) https://trustlands.utah.gov // The Salt Lake Tribune: SITLA pleads for Legislature's approval of Bears Ears land swap https://www.sltrib.com/news/environment/2022/04/16/sitla-pleads-legislatures/

The Utah Legislature have finished their 2022 general session and now all eyes turn to Gov. Spencer Cox to see what bills he's sign or veto. If history is an indicator, nearly all of the legislation will become law by months end. Open lands reporter Brian Maffly talks with managing editor Grant Burningham about lawmakers plans for Utah Lake and Bears Ears National Monument. And Leia Larsen discusses her reporting on the Legislature's changes to the Utah Inland Port authority board.

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