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Your Mountain3 Million Acres of Public Lands for Sale in 11 StatesOn Wednesday, June 11, Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) released a proposal that mandates the sale of 2-3 million acres of public lands in 11 Western States (except Montana). You've probably seen the talking points, but what does the proposal actually say, and what would it actually do. Dave and Nephi do a deep dive into the text, and let you know all of the gory details. Hint: don't take the bait that this is about "affordable housing."It isn't. We will explain. Share this podcast with everyone you know. This is not a drill. This is not crying wolf. T...2025-06-131h 15Your MountainWhat Do the Secretary of the Interior's Recent Orders MeanThis episode is wonkier than most--and that's saying something. Newly minted Secretary of the Interior, Doug Burgum, recently issued a series of Secretarial Orders that have some in the conservation space criticizing him. Dave and Nephi give a civics 101 and explain what a Secretarial Order is and what they do. Next, they dive into some of the orders Secretary Burgum issued and explain what they do. Spoiler: Not much--yet. If you like fast pace and drama, this episode might not be for you. In fact, both Nephi and Dave got distracted doing other things while recording. But, if you're...2025-03-071h 08Your MountainWhat to Expect When You're Expecting a New AdministrationDave and Nephi talk about what to expect as the Biden administration winds down and transitions to the Trump administration. They discuss what could happen to recent decisions of the Biden administration in the new administration, what the Congressional Review Act is and how will it apply, what last minute secretarial or directors mean, what to expect from the incoming Secretary of Interior on energy policy and conservation, the power of hunter/angler voices in a new administration, and more. They also discuss their 2024 elk hunting season, which including Nephi outperforming Dave.2025-01-011h 03Your MountainThe Lost Episode with Jim Heffelfinger, Chris Parish and Leland BrownDave and Nephi recorded this episode in a back room of the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies Conferfence in September of 2024, and thought the file was lost forever, but some Nephi wizardry brought it back from the dead. The guys are joined by renound wildlife biologist, Jim Heffelfinger, as well as Chris Parish and Leland Brown of the North American Partnership. They share some of the major takeaways from this leading edge conference including: better ways to facilitate species recovery through creative application of the Endangered Species Act, and voluntary programs to reduce lead impacts on wildlife including a...2024-12-301h 12Your MountainUtah Goes All In On Public Lands Disposal EffortIn late August, the state of Utah asked the United States Supreme Court to hear a case, where if Utah prevails, it could force the federal government to sell, transfer, or otherwise dispose of more than 18 million acres of public lands in Utah, and potentially hundreds of millions of acres of public lands across the country to states, or the highest bidder. Dave and Nephi take a deep dive into the issue discussing topics like: Utah's claims, how we got here, whether a decision favorable to Utah would include lands outside of Utah or lands beyond the Bureau of...2024-09-051h 30Your MountainBallot Box Biology with Gaspar PerriconeOrganizers in Colorado gathered enough signatures to put a proposal to end mountain lion and bobcat hunting on the ballot this fall. Gaspar Perricone has been fighting this, and other ballot box biology efforts for years. He joins Dave and Nephi to discuss what it all means for the future of hunting and wildlife management. The guys also raise a glass to former co-host Mike McGrady for his recent appointment to a judgeship. Audio is a little choppy in spots, but don't let that keep you from listening to this important episode. 2024-08-211h 07Your MountainProject 2025: What it Means for Wildlife and Public LandsA lot of people in the media have opinions on Project 2025, a conservative think tank's vision for a republican led government. But, has anyone actually read it? Dave and Nephi breakdown what it actually says about the future of public lands and wildlife. Spoiler: it's a mixed bag. The guys also discuss a new innovative pilot project to encourage non-lead ammunition use on certain National Wildlife Refuges around the country. Double Spoiler: Nephi is fresh out of knee surgery and still a bit groggy at the time of recording, which means he doesn't hold back! 2024-08-061h 18Your MountainSCOTUS Overturns the Chevron Doctrine: What it MeansThe Supreme Court recently overturned the 40 year old Chevron Doctrine, which required courts to give discretion to agency interpretations of the statutes Congress entrusted them with administering. Dave and Nephi break down the history of the Chevorn Doctrine, what the Supreme Court actually said, and what the pros and cons of this decision could be. 2024-07-031h 28Your MountainThe BLM Public Lands RuleDave is getting lazy. It took him almost a month to publish this episode after recording it. However, the timing is still good. Recently the States of Wyoming and Utah sued the federal government to challenge the Bureau of Land Management's controversial "Public Lands Rule". In this episode, Dave and Nephi discuss the rule. What it does. What it doesn't do. Where the concerns are valid, and where they could be misplaced. Lots to unpack in this one. 2024-06-211h 20Your MountainPontificating on the Complexity of State Hunting/Fishing Regulations - and Other StuffDave and Nephi recorded this episode in January to, among other things, alert non-resident hunters of changes to elk hunting application processes in Wyoming. Of course, they didn't release the episode until mid-February--after the application deadline. So, hopefully it helps for 2025. Other topics discussed include: upcoming sage grouse management plans, the complexitiy of state hunting/fishing regulations, hunting state lands in Nebraska, wolf release in Colorado, corner crossing, and more. Want more frequent episodes? Shoot us a note and let us know at yourmountain@itsyourmountain.com. 2024-02-171h 19Your MountainLand for Sale in the Tetons and Challenging a Hunter Harassment Law in WisconsinIn an episode recorded a month ago, but only released today because Dave dropped the ball on doing his part to keep this podcast going, the guys discuss a controversial state land disposal proposal near Grand Teton National Park and a recent 7th Circuit Court of Appeals decision regarding the constitutionality of Wisconsin's hunter harassment law. Other topics include: Nephi possessing the rifle that gave Steven Rinella trichinosis, a first elk story, and Dave shamelessly plugs a recently published book that includes a chapter he wrote. It's available everywhere...that sells books about the Endangered Species Act. Take a...2024-01-121h 25Your MountainWolves, Mountain Lions, MapWaters Act, and Elk HuntingHunting season is well underway, which means the guys aren't recording much, and when they do they take weeks to publish. However, they found time to sit down and talk about some current events that hunters and anglers should care about. They discuss: collaboration in SW Wyoming on land use planning; wolf reintroduction; ballot box biology strikes again in Colorado to try to end mountain lion and bobcat hunting; and the MapWater Act. They also recount their elk hunting experience this fall. Spoiler alert: only one of them punched their tag, and it wasn't Nephi. 2023-11-171h 08Your MountainWildlife Conservation with Chris Tymeson of Safari Club InternationalChris Tymeson earns his gold jacket by joining the guys for the fifth time--this time representing Safari Club International (SCI). They discuss the history of SCI, and the type of legal and governmental affairs work SCI does on behalf of hunters around the country and world. In a Your Mountain first, Chris also arbitrates a series of disputes between Dave and Nephi. They also share a tribute to a giant of conservation, the late Miles Moretti. Tune in!2023-10-031h 14Your MountainThe Summer Conservation RundownDave and Nephi are back after taking a podcasing summer break. In this episode, the guys run down some of the biggest conservation stories that took place while they were climbing peaks, fishing, and entering shooting competitions. Topics include: a new national monument, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Evnironmental Protection Agency and waters of the US, National Public Lands Day, National Hunting and Fishing Day, and Dave tries to ruin Nephi's elk hunt before it even starts. 2023-09-1954 minYour MountainThe Bureau of Land Management's Proposed Conservation RuleThe Bureau of Land Management is proposing a new rule that would allow companies, individuals, and NGOs to lease lands for restoration. They also propose to elevate conservation as a multiple use on par with other land uses. This proposal has generated some controversy. Dave and Nephi assign themselves different perspectives and discuss. 2023-05-261h 24Your MountainThe Politics of Wildlife ManagementCongress is considering several bills that would remove a number of species from the protections of the Endangered Species Act. Dave and Nephi discuss them. Other topics include: bird flu in California condors; catastrophic losses of pronghorn and mule deer this winter; Wyoming's corner crossing case; and the Colorado legislature's new action on wolf reintroduction (note: the bill has passed since recording this episode).2023-05-021h 10Your MountainBreaking down Willow (not the classic 1980s film)The Biden administration recently gave the green light to a controversial oil project in northern Alaska. Dave and Nephi wade into the issue. They discuss why many in the conservation world oppose it, why others support it--including how it fits into the national security debate and the climate debate. They also provide an update on a New Mexico stream access case, provide a PSA about leaving stressed wildlife alone, answer a listener question about lead/copper ammunition, and preview a future episode of the Your Mountain podcast. 2023-04-111h 20Your MountainBoundary Waters, Tongass, and the Strategic Petroleum ReserveDave and Nephi break down a bill that could require leasing tens of millions of acres of public land to replenish the strategic petroleum reserve. They also discuss the administration's decision to prevent mineral leasing in the Boundary Waters area of northern Minnesota, and to reinstate roadless rule protections in Alaska's Tongass National Forest. Finally, the guys discuss a proposal to allow mountain lion pursuit with dogs after a tag's been filled. Enjoying the content? Ideas for an episode? Let us know. Send an email to yourmountain@itsyourmountain.com, rate us, and find us on social media @itsyourmountain. 2023-02-071h 12Your MountainWolves, Bears, and BillsGrizzly bears and wolves remain hot topics. Dave and Nephi provide an update on Colorado's efforts to reintroduce wolves, and how the public can get involved in the process. Then, they break down a recent 9th Circuit Court of Appeals decision that challenged grizzly bear recovery plans, and discuss what the decision means for bear recovery/delisting. Next, the guys highlight a few bills circulating in state legislatures that are worth following, including bills about corner crossing, hunting predators with infrared technology, lead alternative programs, range day requirements for hunters education, and more. Other topics include: Safari Club International's...2023-01-261h 32Your MountainLead Ammunition on Wildlife Refuges and the Colorado River Water CatastropheDave and Nephi end 2022 discussing some hot topics in conservation, including a Recovering America's Widlife Act update (update since recording: it didn't pass in 2022), and teeing up a needed deeper dive into the Montana Crazy Mountains access saga. They also discuss the resolution of a recent case brought by Center for Biological Diversity challenging lead use on wildlife refuges, which gets Nephi a bit fired up. Next, they give a 30,000 ft view of the Colorado River Compact, the river system, and the unprecedented drought that is pushing the west toward the biggest water war this country has ever seen...2022-12-291h 28Your MountainWhose Land is it Anyway: Contentious Access Issues in the WestJonathan Wood, Vice President of Law & Policy at the Property and Environment Research Center (PERC), joins the guys to discuss some contentious access issues in the West. They dive into a New Mexico stream access case that may find its way to the US Supreme Court, and then provide an update on a land access dispute in the Crazy Mountains of Montana. Other topics include: whether Nephi should host the podcast; market-based envionmental solutions; listing the lesser priaire chicken; Jonathan's mountain; and more. Enjoying the podcast? Give us a 5 star rating, follow us on social media, send...2022-11-221h 29Your MountainRETURN Act, Corner Crossing, and the Senate's Inflation Reduction ActDave and Nephi provide updates on the RETURN Act (Pittman-Robertson defunding act) and the infamous corner crossing case from Wyoming. Then they dive into the freshly passed (as of today) Inflation Reduction Act. Love the bill or hate it, the guys don't care. They just hope to cut through the hyperpartisan politics dominating the airwaves, and let you know some of the pieces in the bill that would send funding towards conservation. Take a listen, and tell your friends about the Your Mountain Podcast!2022-08-071h 21Your MountainA Federal Proposal to Gut Wildlife Funding for StatesIn late June, nearly 5 dozen members of Congress co-sponsored a bill that would end the 100+ year excise tax on firearms and ammunition, which contributes more than $1.1 billion to state wildlife agencies each year. Dave and Nephi explain the history of the Pittman-Robertson Act, break down the bill, discuss how the excise taxes are used, and explain why the bill won't pass but needs the hunting community to kill it anyway. Take a listen, and then call your Congressman. 2022-07-051h 03Your MountainPermanent Wildlife Funding Nears and 70,000 Acres of New Public AccessAfter a month away from recording due to Nephi building a house and Dave completing a fellowship in Europe, the guys are back. They discuss Recoving America's Wildlife Act, the major Congressional hurdle it cleared, and when it might become law. They also discuss a land acquisition by the Bureau of Land Management in Wyoming that creates access to 70,000 of public land, and the controversy surrounding the purchase. Other topics include: hunting draw results, Nephi moving, why soccer is a boring, and more. Tune in, and if you have ideas for future episodes, shoot us a note at: yourmountain...2022-06-2250 minYour MountainCorner Crossing Update and Proposed Lead Ammunition BanThe guys discuss a recent bill in Congress that would ban lead ammunition on US Fish and Willdife Service lands. They also jump back into the corner crossing issue with an analysis of the Wyoming litigation. Other topics include, transferrable landowner tags, National Corndog Day, why Nephi constantly interrupts Dave, and a teaser on a Sunday hunting case in Maine. Tune in!2022-05-171h 18Your MountainThe Open Fields Doctrine and the 4th AmendmentAfter a long absence, Mike McGrady rejoins the podcast to discuss the open fields doctrine and search and seizure laws under state and federal constitutions. They explain what the open fields doctrine is, the cases that gave rise to it during prohibition, and a recent Tennessee decision limiting a game warden's ability to enter private property. Other topics include: trona mining, and the importance of the 4th Amendment. 2022-05-031h 17Your MountainThe Energy CrisisNOTE: THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED PRIOR TO THE US BANNING RUSSIAN OIL IMPORTS, BUT THE MATERIAL REMAINS RELEVANT TODAY. Nephi and Dave discuss oil and gas policy in the US since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Topics include: the problems with the “drill baby drill” and “keep it in the ground” mindsets; why energy companies aren’t drilling; why renewable energy has its own challenges; balancing development and conservation; will we have more ammo shortages; and more. 2022-03-301h 02Your MountainRelisting Wolves (again)A Federal District Court just reinstated protections for wolves in 44 states, and the Fish and Wildlife Service announced they will consider whether to relist wolves in the Northern Rockies. What does this all mean? Dave and Nephi dive in, but leave a lot of questions on the table for a future episode. Tune in. 2022-02-2557 minYour MountainSuppressors and Other Hunting Technology with John Burns of Wyoming ArmsDave and Nephi are joined by John Burns of Wyoming Arms to talk about technology in hunting. They talk about the importance of range finders, and then take a deep dive into the history and use of suppressors, including new changes in processing paperwork to purchase a suppressor. Other topics include Dave's recent elk hunt; Nephi finally getting a goose hunt invite; remote game cameras; Wyoming Arms; John's Mountain; and more.2022-01-181h 35Your MountainGrizzly Bears and the Rinella Family FeudDave and Nephi provide an update on all things grizzly bears, including updating on a petition to delist Yellowstone grizzlies; a petition to delist Northern Continental Divide grizzlies; and a new population estimator showing there are lots of freaking bears. They also weigh in on a recent Matt Rinella piece advocating for fewer hunters. Spoiler: the guys commend Matt for being willing to speak up, but think he's missing the forest through the trees. 2022-01-041h 00Your MountainThe Unintended Consequences of Wyoming's Corner Crossing CaseDave and Nephi take a look at Wyoming's corner crossing case through a different lens. Legal issues aside, they discuss the possible policy outcomes of the case, and how setting a court precedent could backfire for hunters. Other topics include: how to increase public land access; how they first met Steven Rinella; Nephi's love of fluvial geomorphology; Aldo Leopold; Dave meeting Dick Cheney; and more. 2021-12-2255 minYour MountainRoad Trip (Part III): Guiding You Through Wyoming’s Wilderness Hunting LawDave and Nephi complete their road trip through MT and WY. In this episode they take a deep dive into Wyoming’s law that requires nonresidents to hunt with a guide in Wilderness Areas. They discuss the history of the law, possible reasons for the law, its legal history, and venerabilities. They also discuss their favorite hunts of 2021, and Dave asks for listener advice about an issue with his 2021 mule deer. Take a listen, share, then subscribe to get more great content!2021-12-161h 29Your MountainRoad Trip (Part II): Recent Wildlife Wins in CongressDave and Nephi continue their road trip across MT and WY. They discuss wildlife wins in Congress's bipartisan Infrastructure Bill, such as: money for wildlife crossings, reclaiming orphaned oil and gas wells, fire mitigation, and more. They also discuss Recovering America's Wildlife Act, what it could mean for hunters, and how to voice your support. Then stay tuned for Part III of the road trip where the guys will discuss Wyoming's requirement that nonresidents must hunt with a guide in Wilderness areas.2021-12-1456 minYour MountainRoad Trip (Part I): Barriers to Becoming a HunterDave and Nephi road trip across Montana and Wyoming. They discuss barriers for recruiting new hunters, such as: sharing your spot, finding a place to hunt, cost of equipment, access to shooting ranges, hunter diversity, judging others' reasons for hunting, complex hunting and fishing regulations, and more. They also preview parts 2 & 3 of this road trip series: good things for wildlife coming out of Congress; and a dive into the requirement that non-residents can't hunt Wyoming wilderness without a guide.2021-12-1050 minYour MountainWhiskey's For Drinkin', Water's For Fightin': A Western Water Law PrimerDave and Nephi dive into a discussion about western water. Learn about the origins of prior appropriation, interstate compacts, equitable apportionment, instream flow, return flow, beneficial use, and other wonky water words. Water is the lifeblood of the west, feeds the country, and the fight over its use is escalating. The guys explain why. This isn't a dry topic, so take a listen. 2021-11-021h 20Your MountainGroundhog Day - Relisting Wolves and Delisting Grizzly BearsAfter a long hiatus consumed with work and the backcountry, Dave and Nephi are back! In this episode they discuss a recent action taken by the US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) in response to a petition to relist gray wolves in the West. They also discuss Wyoming's announcement to petition the FWS to delist grizzly bears. Sound familiar? It should. The tug-a-war over wolves and grizzly bears is decades old. Spoiler: there's no end in sight. Take a listen.2021-09-211h 07Your MountainATF and BLM Nominees Plus a Ballot Box Attack on HuntersDave and Nephi break down the nomination of Tracy Stone-Manning to serve at the Director of the Bureau of Land Management, and David Chipman to serve as the Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. They also discuss a controversial ballot initiative in Oregon, a shooting sports competition in Colorado, and Dave’s displeasure over not getting to cull mountain goats in Grand Teton National Park.2021-08-031h 08Your Mountain92 Miles: A Migration StoryThis week Dave and Nephi sit down to talk about mule deer migration with Patrick Rodgers, a University of Wyoming grad research associate at the Wyoming Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit. They discuss the science of migration; riding the green wave; impacts of development; and whether hunting triggers migration. They also discuss Pat's recent film, "92 Miles: A Migration Story" where he chronicles his experience running a mule deer migration route from the peaks of the Mount Zirkel Wilderness in CO to the sage hills of Southern WY. Related Links- Wyoming Migration Initiative This Podcast Produced by Ben...2021-06-081h 16Your MountainThe Importance of Diversity in R3: Race, Ethnicity, Gender and MoreBianca “Mo” McGrath-Martinez This week Dave and Nephi sit down to talk with Bianca "Mo" McGrath-Martinez of Hispanics Enjoying Camping, Hunting, and the Outdoors (HECHO) to address the importance of diversity in the R3 discussion. Topics include barriers to becoming a hunter, how Bianca got into hunting, buying her first firearm, mentors, her mountain, and so much more. Hispanics Enjoying Camping, Hunting, and the Outdoors (HECHO) was created to help fulfill our duty to conserve and protect our public lands for future generations. We provide a platform for Hispanics/Latinos to contribute knowledge and perspectives about publi...2021-05-201h 39Your MountainBecoming a Better HunterThis week join Nephi, Landon Michaels of Gunwerx and the Long Range Pursuit Podcast along with Garrett Long, Director of Marketing at Meateater in the truck at a National Rifle League Hunter Event. The question at hand- How do you become a better hunter in the off-season? This podcast produced by Ben Paige2021-05-1850 min
Your MountainThe Importance of Diversity in R3: Race, Ethnicity, Gender and moreBianca “Mo” McGrath-Martinez This week Dave and Nephi sit down to talk with Bianca "Mo" McGrath-Martinez to address the importance of diversity in the R3 discussion. Hispanics Enjoying Camping, Hunting, and the Outdoors (HECHO) was created to help fulfill our duty to conserve and protect our public lands for future generations. We provide a platform for Hispanics/Latinos to contribute knowledge and perspectives about public land conservation. From southwestern deserts to northern forestland, Hispanics/Latinos throughout America have a strong connection to our nation's diverse landscapes. We urge our elected and appointed leaders to safeguard our precio...2021-05-111h 39Your MountainRace and Ethnicity in R3Bianca “Mo” McGrath-Martinez This week Dave and Nephi sit down to talk with Bianca "Mo" McGrath-Martinez to address the importance of diversity in the R3 discussion. Hispanics Enjoying Camping, Hunting, and the Outdoors (HECHO) was created to help fulfill our duty to conserve and protect our public lands for future generations. We provide a platform for Hispanics/Latinos to contribute knowledge and perspectives about public land conservation. From southwestern deserts to northern forestland, Hispanics/Latinos throughout America have a strong connection to our nation's diverse landscapes. We urge our elected and appointed leaders to safeguard our precio...2021-05-111h 39Your MountainRandy Newberg- Hunting Policy & PoliticsDave and Nephi join Randy Newberg’s Hunt Talk Radio- They discuss how the policy game works, an insider's perspective, what not to do, what to do, Dave’s top 10 rules for effective advocacy, R3, lost access, conservation matters, managing hunters and hunting, elk hunting stories, and other great tangents from three passionate hunters who are concerned about wild places and wild things.2021-05-042h 11Your MountainSubsistence Hunting in Alaska (Moose and Caribou) IssuesThis week the Dave, Mike and Nephi tackle the Alaskan Subsistence Hunting and Temporary Wildlife Special Action Request 21-01. A request to the interior department request being considered to close all federal lands within select game units in Alaska in regards to non-subsistence hunting of Moose and Caribou during the non-resident season. 2021-04-201h 20Your MountainHow To Become a Natural Resource ProfessionalBy Popular Demand- Today, the hosts talk about their respective paths into and through the outdoors industry with some career advice and wisdom peppered throughout. Whether you're looking at college course options, a mid-life career transition, or just want to know more about Dave, Nephi, and Mike's career path this episode is for you. 2021-04-132h 03Your MountainAmmo Shortages, Non-Resident Hunters & Public Trust DoctrineThis week your host Mike McGrady, David Willms, and Nephi Cole break down the current Ammo Shortages, the Value of Non-Resident Hunters and discuss the history of the Public Trust Doctrine. Want to join in on the conversation? Head on over to our Podcast Listener Group. Other Topics Discussed: Long Beards, Short Beards, Patchy Beards, the ammo supply chain, various influences on the ammo supply chain, nonresident hunting, foodies and hipnecks, a million new hunters, Reversion and Matching Conservation Dollars, Who owns that Elk over there?, Public Trust Doctrine Examples and Artifacts, and a whole l...2021-03-091h 12Your MountainThe Future of Outfitting with Ike EastmanThis week Dave and Nephi sit down with Ike Eastman of Eastmans' Publishing along with special guest co-host and American Hero, Kyle Lamb. In this episode, they discuss Hunting Outfitters as they hang in the balance and what the future may hold based on current events and policy. Join in on the Discussion Guest Bios: Ike Eastman - President of Eastmans’ Publishing and oversees the daily operations of Eastmans’ Hunting TV, Eastmans’ Hunting and Bowhunting Journals, and Eastmans’ Live Events including the Trophy Deer Tour. Kyle Lamb - Serge...2021-02-231h 19Your MountainWestern Access- Reliable Funding for Hunting and Fishing AccessThis week your hosts Nephi Cole, Mike McGrady, and Dave Willms sit down and talk with Wyoming Representative Cyrus Western to discuss a new piece of legislature aimed at providing reliable funding for hunting and fishing access in Wyoming. Want to continue the conversation? Join the brand new "Your Mountain Podcast Listener Group" today! Bills Discussed WY HB 0122- Hunting and Fishing Access-Reliable Funding Your Mountain Podcast is produced by Ben Paige.2021-02-161h 05Your MountainBills On Parade- A look at Hunting, Fishing & Conservation Legislation in early 2021This week, Dave Willms, Mike McGrady and Nephi Cole give you a look into some of the legislation that all hunters & anglers should be following in the early days of 2021. Bills Discussed in this Episode Allowing Firearms on Campus Wyoming Bill Senate File 0067-Repeal Gun Free Zones Montana House Bill 102- Generally Revising Gun Laws Anti 2A Infringement Acts Discussed in multiple states right now. Is your state one of them? Let us know. Guaranteed Permits for Outfitters in Montana 2021-02-091h 00Your MountainWardens, Lawyers, Judges, and the LegislatureDave opens the podcast by correcting a couple errors from last week's episode. Then Nephi and Dave discuss how the wildlife law system works from cradle to grave and back to the cradle again. Topics discussed include: clarifying a MeatEater episode on possession limits; what's worse-wanton waste or trespass; what happens if wardens and prosecutors miss the intent of the law; when a legislature might get involved after a wildlife violation, and more.2021-02-021h 04Your MountainDrilling into President Biden's Executive OrdersDave and Nephi explore President Biden's executive orders that (1) direct the Secretary of Interior to pause oil and gas leasing on federal lands and waters, and (2) direct his agencies to chart a path to conserve and restore 30% of lands and waters by 2030. Controversy abounds, but is the sky really falling? Tune in to find out! 2021-01-281h 14Your MountainThe Corner Crossing EpisodeNephi drops a big surprise on Dave and Mike; the guys provide an update on the Herrera v. Wyoming (tribal hunting rights) case; and then it's everything you wanted to know about corner crossing. The guys discuss: the history of checkerboard lands; legally inaccessible public lands; corner crossing laws/enforcement around the West; and ideas to generate more access opportunities for hunters and anglers. You won't want to skip any of this episode!2021-01-191h 39Your MountainLifetime License Controversy and More About Grizzly BearsDave and Nephi discuss a new decision involving grizzly bears, and then dive deeper into lifetime hunting and fishing licenses than any normal person should. They discuss pros and cons of the licenses for hunters and wildlife agencies, and then dive into a recent controversy in Arkansas over what activities are covered by a lifetime license. Support the podcast by tuning in, and sharing with your networks!2021-01-121h 04Your Mountain116 - Burying 2020, Conspiracy Theories, and a Look AheadThe guys are glad 2020 is over, and are excited to continue delivering great content in 2021. In this episode, Dave tells a recent elk hunting story, Nephi provides cold weather firearm advice (and starts conspiracy theories), Mike asks for Nephi's Parler handle, the guys tease some of the topics they will cover in 2021 and then solicit listener ideas. Listen then weigh in! 2021-01-051h 02Your Mountain30 x 30: Achievable Conservation Goal or Black Helicopter Hoax?Interest is growing in conserving 30% of the world's land and water by 2030. Dave and Nephi explore 30x30, including its origins, pitfalls, and opportunities. They only scratch the surface, but you'll see why it's complicated. But before that, you'll have to endure some of their 2020 elk, pronghorn, and mule deer hunting stories. 2020-11-031h 26Your MountainBreaking Down America's Conservation Enhancement (ACE) ActYou may have heard the recent news of Congress recently passing America's Conservation Enhancement (ACE) Act, and how that's good for hunters/anglers. If you are wondering what the ACE Act does, this podcast is for you. Dave and Nephi break down the ACE Act to highlight everything it does for wildlife and wildlife habitat. Check it out, then thank your Senator for supporting it! 2020-10-201h 02Your MountainWetland Policy and Waterfowl HuntingNephi shares stories from a recent waterfowl hunt in Nebraska, and Dave shares the origins of his waders. Then the guys explore a brief history of waterfowl and wetland issues in the United States, the Constitutional limits of the Clean Water Act, and the importance of states and private enterprise in protecting wetlands. 2020-10-061h 36Your Mountain103 - Baiting and Culling Mountain GoatsAfter a two week hiatus, Dave and Nephi are back for the GOAT episode--mountain goats that is. They discuss the proposed mountain goat cull in Grand Teton National Park; the change at the top of the National Park Service; a new definition of "habitat" from the US Fish and Wildlife Service; National Shooting Sports month; Dave's close encounter with mountain goats; Nephi's participation in a 3-gun tournament; and more.2020-08-1157 minYour MountainWhen Lawsuits About Grizzly Bears Aren't Really About Grizzly BearsDave and Nephi highlight several lawsuits that are using grizzly bears to end other practices on public lands, and explain how groups can use the Endangered Species Act to advance other objectives like ending hunting and grazing. Other topics include: auditions to replace Mike; the Great American Outdoors Act; how to best talk to our elected officials; how the hunting license draw is like the NFL draft; real time licence draw results in Wyoming; and more. Tune in!2020-06-231h 12Your MountainGreat American Outdoors ActYou've probably seen reference to the Great American Outdoors Act on the news and Social Media and how it's likely becoming law, but may be fuzzy on the details. Dave and Nephi discuss the bill and what it would do for National Parks and other federal public lands. They also work through many of the criticisms and accolades of the bill so that you can make an informed decision. Check out this episode, and share it with all of your outdoor loving friends. 2020-06-161h 03Your MountainFive Recent Natural Resource Decisions You Should Know AboutJust because the economy is shut down and people are hunkered at home doesn't mean federal and state agencies are shut down as well. They are still making important decisions involving your land, water, and wildlife resources. The Your Mountain crew discuss 5 recent decisions that you may have missed. They also share what they are looking forward to doing first once the pandemic ends; Dave is speechless upon learning of Nephi's affinity for bro country; and Mike reveals more than ever before. 2020-04-211h 20Your MountainMule Deer, Ethics, and Storytelling with Miles MorettiMule Deer Foundation President and CEO, Miles Moretti joins Dave and Nephi to deliver a master class on oration and story telling. Topics include: Miles's memorable career experiences; being an effective advocate; shed hunting; long memories; selling animal location data; MDF habitat projects and partnerships; maintaining hunter support from wildlife agencies; Miles's Mountain; and so much more. This is the fastest hour and forty eight minutes to which you'll ever listen! 2020-04-071h 48Your MountainThe Rules of LawmakingLaying the groundwork for a discussion on the rules for defining the phrase Waters of the United States, Nephi and Mike run through the process of Congress writing laws, agencies creating implementing regulations backed up by guidance, and how those regulations can be challenged in court. It is a clean overview of the process that is carried out all the time at the federal and state levels of government. 2020-02-1141 minYour MountainThe Tyranny of the Majority: How Ballot Initiatives Threaten HuntingDave and Nephi plead for Mike's return, but are forced to record without him once again. They discuss ballot initiatives, and how they are used as a tool to limit and outright ban hunting. Topics include: the history of the North American Model; constitutional rights to hunt and fish; wolf reintroduction by ballot measure in Colorado; wolves in Wyoming; the use of ballot initiatives to ban or restrict trapping, bear hunting, and mountain lion hunting; what hunters should do about it; and more! 2020-01-211h 04Your MountainThe Your Mountain Report CardDave and Nephi look back on some of the issues they covered in 2019, provide a few updates, and give a sneak peek into topics they intend to cover in 2020. If you're new to the podcast, this is a great introduction to what we are all about, and why it's worth giving us a listen. If you're a longtime listener, there's something for you too. Check out the episode, and then tell us what topics you want us to cover in 2020 by emailing us at yourmountain@itsyourmountain.com. Thanks for listening! 2020-01-141h 00Your MountainIncreasing Public Land Access in the West with Joel Webster of the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation PartnershipJoel Webster, Director of the Center for Western Lands of the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership joins Dave and Nephi to talk about public land access. Specifically, they discuss TRCP's work with OnX to identify and map the 6.35 million acres of public lands in the West that have no permanent, public access. Topics include: the history of TRCP; the importance of access to the future of hunting; corner crossing; successful existing access partnerships with landowners; ideas for increasing access; Joel's mountain; and so much more. 2020-01-071h 15Your MountainGrizzly bear managementDave and Nephi sit down to discuss several policies and laws that get in the way of your hunting, and also what grizzly bear management in the lower-48 might look like under a special ESA provision called a 4(d) Rule. Enjoy.2019-11-2654 minYour MountainSunday Hunting UpdateMike and Nephi get together to discuss the recent developments in Pennsylvania over Sunday hunting. They cover the changes that have occurred since the last podcast on the issue and discuss the process the legislation went through to get to the Governor's desk. Enjoy the short and sweet breakdown. 2019-11-1920 minYour MountainPublic Policy and Conservation with Federal Premium Ammunition's Jon ZinnelDave and Nephi visit with Jon Zinnel, Federal Premium's Conservation and Youth Shooting Sports Director. They talk all things Federal, including: innovation in the ammunition industry, why you should care about the shooting sports, youth shooting programs, what makes up a wildlife agency budget, impediments to recruiting youth hunters, the need to invest in conversation, Jon's Mountain, and more. 2019-10-011h 04Your MountainWOTUS repealMike and Nephi break down the recent action to repeal the Waters of the United States regulation established during the Obama administration, but first give the historic context to understand what is going on. They take a dry subject and filter out the noise so you can be informed around the water cooler. Enjoy. 2019-09-2447 min
Your MountainUnited States Senator Mike EnziDave and Mike visit with US Senate Budget Committee Chairman, Mike Enzi (R-WY). They discuss his decision to enter politics; his early career; the Interstate Transport Act of 2019; pack rafting in Yellowstone; the Land and Water Conservation Fund; the difference between the budget and appropriations; whether the President's budget matters; getting money to projects on the ground; how the public should advocate with the Senate; Sen. Enzi's experiences as a hunter/angler; his Mountain; and more. 2019-09-101h 31
Your MountainThe Trump Administration Amends Endangered Species Act RegulationsNational media headlines would lead one to believe that the Trump administration just significantly weakened the Endangered Species Act. Did they? They guys dissect the recent amendments to the implementing regulations, and lay out both the positives and negatives of the changes. They also get philosophical about partisanship, and Nephi dishes some compliments. So, is the sky falling? Are species destined to falter? You'll have to listen to find out. 2019-08-2058 min
Your MountainThe New Director of the BLMDave and Nephi address the controversial appointment of attorney William Perry Pendley to the highest post at the BLM. Is there cause for alarm? Are public lands really in jeopardy of being sold to the highest bidder? They tackle these questions, discuss the legal framework of public lands and the process for disposition of federal lands. They also discuss the importance of understanding alternative points of view to better resolve conflict. 2019-08-061h 04
Your MountainRandy NewbergDave and Nephi wax philosophical with TV host, podcaster, author and self-guided public land hunting advocate Randy Newberg. Join the conversation about Randy’s evolution from hunting as a kid to being a major public voice for conservation on public lands. From managing the land, to managing for species such as wolves and grizzly bears, this episode covers a lot of ground. Enjoy. 2019-07-301h 34
Your MountainWolvesDave and Nephi take a deep dive into the current status of wolves in the United States. They discuss: the new US Fish and Wildlife Service proposal to delist wolves nationwide; the legal definition of distinct population segments; hunting wolves; reintroducing wolves in Colorado; the value of state management; current wolf populations; and more. They leave a lot on the table too, so watch for future episodes on the topic! 2019-07-091h 15
Your MountainHow Gerrymandering and the Census May Impact Land and Wildlife Decision Making (seriously)What do Gerrymandering and Census citizenship questions have to do with decisions relating to land, water, and wildlife? The guys will break-down two recent US Supreme Court decisions, and discuss the nuances that could make their way into the natural resources arena. You also learn where the genesis of the term, "Gerrymandering"; a little about Mike and Dave's recent camping experience; and why Nephi was recently in Minnesota. Get ready to wonk out! 2019-07-0242 min
Your MountainLegalizing Sunday Hunting with Jake McGuigan of the National Shooting Sports FoundationJake McGuigan of the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) joins the guys to talk NSSF and Sunday hunting laws, i.e. Blue Laws. Topics include: SHOT Show; the difference between NSSF and NRA; history of blue laws; a break down of the recent movement of a Sunday hunting bill in Pennsylvania; the policy reasons to support Sunday hunting; how to get involved; a tally of Nephi's verbal tick; and more. 2019-06-251h 04
Your MountainWestern Big Game Hunting HacksThe trio of Dave, Mike, and Nephi are all together in one spot to announce the winner of the gun giveaway. Plus the guys take time to relax and share the hunting tips they have acquired through time and experience (and tears for some). From Nephi's love of the best gear to Dave's frugal repurposing beyond just trash bags, to Mike's backpack full of individually separated, yet heavy stuff. The guys dial back the wonk and up the fun. Enjoy.2019-06-111h 27
Your Mountain0052 - Elephant Hunting Policy in BotswanaDave and Mike get a bit wonky without Nephi around to keep them in check. They break down Botswana's recent decision to allow elephant hunting. Other topics include: hunting threatened species, applying the Endangered Species Act overseas, the fact that neither Mike nor Dave have been to Africa, whether U.S. citizens should rush to hunt Botswana, and a human dimensions comparison between elephants and grizzly bears. All of this without actually taking a position on elephant hunting. Tune in! 2019-06-0441 min
Your Mountain0050 - Herrera v. WyomingSUBSCRIBER? TECHNICAL GLITCH ON THIS EPISODE. DOWNLOAD AGAIN FOR THE CORRECTED VERSION. On May 20, 2019, the United States Supreme Court decided the Tribal treaty right case of Herrera v. Wyoming 5-4 in favor of the Crow Tribe. In doing so, the Court determined that 1868 language guaranteeing the Tribe a right to hunt on the "unoccupied lands of the United States so long as game persists" is valid today. What does this decision mean? Not as much as you might think...yet. Listen as Dave and Nephi break down the decision. 2019-05-2138 min
Your Mountain0049 - The Global Wildlife Crisis (and a little about grizzly bears)Last week the United Nations released its summary of a report indicating that one million wildlife species around the globe are at risk of extinction--many in our lifetimes. Dave and Nephi will introduce you to the report's findings, what the biggest threats to wildlife are, and whether there is anything we can do about it. Oh, and they touch on introduced federal legislation that would prohibit grizzly bear hunting in the lower 48 states even after they lose Endangered Species Act protections. Scary!2019-05-1447 min
Your Mountain0048 - Dissecting the Target Practice & Marksmanship Training Support ActNo Dave, no problem. Nephi and Mike breakdown the newly passed Target Practice & Marksmanship Training Support Act which will change how Pittman-Robertson Act dollars can be used to make improvements at shooting ranges. They also give a quick take on Google's decision not to run a Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation ad because it promoted hunting (note: Google ultimately recanted). Finally, the guys break down the mystery and the history behind the AR rifle (sneak peak: it's not an "assault rifle"). Enjoy!2019-05-0735 min
Your Mountain0039 - Powderhook, Hunter Recruitment, Mentoring, and More About the "Timber" AppEric Dinger, CEO of Powderhook, and co-host of the On Gravel Podcast joins Dave and Nephi to talk all things hunting, including: R3; mentoring new hunters; things that keep people from hunting; why Lincoln, NE is the biggest little town in America; that time fantasy football cost Dave an elk; Nephi's propensity to interrupt Dave and tell stories with no ending; honoring our kill; and how the Powerhook app aims to increase hunting numbers to save our heritage. Take a listen and share with a friend!2019-03-051h 19
Your Mountain0034 - Dissecting the Sportsman's PackageThe federal shut down ended, and now it's time to talk about what to expect for sportsmen from the 116th Congress. Dave, Mike, and Nephi discuss the recently introduced Natural Resources Management Act, which is poised to move in this Congress. Topics include: LWCF, transporting bows in National Parks, shooting ranges, public land access, Partners in Conservation program, hunting on public lands, and so much more. This bill has something for everyone, and you should know about it. Take a listen. 2019-01-2938 min
Your Mountain0033 - Hyphenated-Hunters, Long-Range Shooting, and Everything In BetweenSpecial Forces veterans, Kyle Lamb, Ryan Cleckner, and Scott Steiert join Nephi for an elk hunt, and then get into a frank discussion about all things hunting. Topics covered include: killing v harvesting game, long-range shooting, veteran's as part of the hunting community, thanking service members, training for combat, hyphenated-hunters, defending the Constitution, respecting everyone's hunting preferences, a new partnership with Viking Tactics, and each guest's mountain. Leave your political correctness at the door and enjoy.2019-01-221h 21
Your Mountain0031 - Furloughed: Impacts of the Partial Government ShutdownDave, Mike, and Nephi are back after a brief holiday hiatus to tackle the partial federal government shutdown that's on the verge of becoming the longest in US history. They identify the agencies impacted, how different employees are impacted, how federal appropriations work, and what the shutdown could mean to the outdoor recreation community. Spoiler alert: not a lot of good news to report, but plenty of good information. Take a listen. 2019-01-0847 min
Your Mountain0030 - Everything You Should Know About the Outdoor Recreation EconomyDave and Nephi are joined by the leaders of State Outdoor Recreation Offices; Tom Adams (UT), Rachel VandeVoort (MT), and Domenic Bravo (WY) prior to their presentation at the Western Governor's Association Winter Meeting. Topics include: what state outdoor recreation offices do; how we expand and enhance the outdoor recreation economy; building coalitions; using an area to death, funding resource management; growing the outdoor recreation economy too fast; keeping Coloradans out of Wyoming, and a host of other interesting tidbits. 2018-12-181h 31
Your Mountain0027 - Dissecting the Farm BillYou've probably heard about the Farm Bill, but do you understand it? After this episode, you will. Dave, Mike and Nephi take you through the history of the Farm Bill. Learn about it roots during the Great Depression, and attempts to reauthorize it in Congress today. We discuss the various conservation programs funded through the Farm Bill, and the value of voluntary, incentive based conservation. If you care about clean water, good habitat, and abundant wildlife as well as an affordable, stable food supply then you should care about the Farm Bill. Take a listen. 2018-11-2743 min
Your Mountain0022 - Four Lawyers and Nephi Walk into a Bar - AgainContinuing a conversation from episode 18, David and Nephi visit with wildlife attorneys Kelley Myers, Chris Tymeson, and Tamara McIntosh. Topics covered include: A day in the life of a wildlife attorney, collaborative conservation, Tamara's Yellowstone back country tips, waterfalls of Yellowstone, David's bass fishing first, tracking doves, revisiting the Utah Cutt-slam, searching trail cameras, the dedication of wildlife professionals, arm-chair biologists, and more. 2018-10-231h 21
Your Mountain0021 - Dissecting the Wild and Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act (Part 1)CORRAL your friends, and SADDLE up your listening device. This episode is UNBRIDLED and WILD. The guys dive into the history of horses in the United States, and what lead to the Wild and Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act. Topics include: Horse populations in the wild and captivity, cost of raising captive horses, Nephi’s proclivity for horse meat, changes to the Act, mgn’t challenges and a cliff-hanger to bring you back for part II. 2018-10-1645 min
Your Mountain0020 - Politics, Conservation, and Business with Ryan Bronson of Vista OutdoorWhat is Vista Outdoor? You probably use many of their products and don't even know it. David and Nephi sit down with their Director of Conservation & Public Policy, Ryan Bronson, to talk about the company and so much more. Topics include: Vista's contributions to conservation; responding to gun boycotts; the backpack tax; why relationships matter; the politics of hunting; lead v copper ammunition; long-range shooting ethics; David's preferred use for garbage bags; and Ryan gets emotional sharing his Mountain. 2018-10-091h 11
Your Mountain0018 - Four Wildlife Lawyers and Nephi Walk into a BarWhat do you get when you put four wildlife attorneys and Nephi in a room? Great conversation and a lot of useful information. Learn from Dave, Chris Tymeson, Kelley Myers and Tamara McIntosh about wildlife laws in Wyoming, Kansas, and Iowa. Topics include: Wildlife Violator Compact, landowner damage claims, valuing wildlife, road kill salvage, using disease to build fear to end hunting, captive breeding challenges, Dave's cheapness, Chris's WY elk hunt, sharing honey holes, and a great grizzly bear case. 2018-09-251h 22
Your Mountain0015 - Dissecting the Land and Water Conservation FundMaybe you've read about it or seen references to it on social media. Maybe you know that it's set to expire on Sept. 30, 2018. But how much to you really know about the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)? You'll learn plenty as David, Mike, and Nephi take you through its history, how it's funded, how money is spent, and what Congress is considering today. Do you like baseball fields, swimming pools, parks, trails, river access, land access, hunting, or fishing? Then don't miss this episode! 2018-09-0440 min
Your Mountain0012 Your Mountain - Hunter Advocacy with Land Tawney, President and CEO of Backcountry Hunters & AnglersLand Tawney, President and CEO of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers joins Dave, Mike, and Nephi for an educational, thought-provoking, and frequently hilarious conversation. Learn about BHA's "Hike to Hunt" program; training for hunting season; hunter/outdoor rec partnerships; Dave's terrible kayaking skills; history, mission, and structure of BHA; Land and Water Conservation Fund; River Access; backcountry law enforcement; importance of landowner relationships; Dave's deer honey hole; and Land's favorite place. Available on iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/your-mountain/id/1395671263. Subscribe, rate, comment, and share. It helps a ton! Also available on Stitcher...2018-08-1454 min
Your Mountain0011 - Dissecting the Endangered Species Act, Part 2: Nuts and Bolts of ListingsIn Part 2 of a 3 Part series, Dave, Mike, and Nephi get a little wonky talking about how the Endangered Species Act operates, or is supposed to work. The guys discuss the process of listing and delisting species, candidate species, public participation in the process, as well as some of the other things the Fish and Wildlife Service must do under the Act. This episode draws upon the Part 1 discussion about why the Act was passed, and sets up Part 3 that will cover proposed statutory and regulatory changes to the law. Join the guys from Studio 1A and get a...2018-08-0740 min
Your Mountain0007 - Dissecting Senator Mike Lee's Public Land Proposals You've read the headlines and seen the tweets about U.S. Senator Mike Lee's ideas for limiting national monument designations, and transferring public lands to private hands. Some groups are even using it to fundraise. But what did the Senator actually say, and what does it really mean? The guys discuss what is motivating the public lands transfer crowd, Senator Lee's ideas for transferring public lands, the likelihood of the legislation going anywhere this Congress, and how you can make your voice heard. Check it out. Hunting, Fishing, Conservation, Public Lands, Congress, Law and Policy, Antiquities Act...2018-07-1035 min
Your Mountain0004 - Black Bear Hunting and Hunters as Conservationists with Jana Waller of Skull Bound TVDavid Willms, Mike McGrady, and Nephi Cole visit with Jana Waller, wildlife artist, and host of Skull Bound TV on The Sportsman Channel. The guys sit down with Jana only hours after her epic Montana black bear hunt and get all the details. They also discuss the importance of educating non-hunters about hunters as wildlife conservationists, the value of hunting in Africa, the changing demographics of the American hunter, and the need to recruit women and veterans to hunting. Jana also shares what we can expect on the upcoming season of Skull Bound. Hunting, Fishing...2018-06-191h 11
Your Mountain0001 - A Conversation with Steven Rinella of MeatEaterDave Willms, Mike McGrady, and Nephi Cole visit with author and TV personality Steven Rinella, host of the MeatEater TV show and podcast, from his home in Seattle. In this episode, the guys tackle who knows the most about dinosaurs, the best parts of a sage-grouse, history of the Wilderness Act, permitting for filming in Wilderness areas, Dave's propensity for short-range shooting, the future of MeatEater, whether hunting is a fundamental right or a privilege, and Steve's podcast tour. Hunting, Fishing, Recreation, Wilderness, Outdoors, and Public Land Law and Policy Show notes: coming soo...2018-06-111h 28
Your Mountain0002 - The Outdoor Economy with Amy Roberts, Outdoor Industry AssociationDave Willms, Mike McGrady and Nephi Cole chat with the Executive Director of the Outdoor Industry Association, Amy Roberts, from her office in Boulder, Colorado. This episode dives into the reasons behind the >$800 billion outdoor recreation economy, Bear's Ears, Utah's public land bills, public land transfers, supporting the Land and Water Conservation Fund, tariffs on outdoor recreation gear, the backpack tax, the Outdoor Industry Association's efforts to get inner city children in the great outdoors, and Amy's most memorable outdoor experience. Hunting, Fishing, Recreation, Outdoors, Economy, and Public Land Law and Policy Show...2018-06-111h 11
Your Mountain0003 - Public Lands with Braden Sheppard, Utah Governor's OfficeDave Willms, Mike McGrady and Nephi Cole visit with Braden Sheppard from Utah Governor Herbert's Office. The guys visit about Braden's work with big horn sheep, shrinking Bears Ears National Monument, loving our public lands to death, hunting in Utah, Revised Statute 2477 road claims, and Dave questions whether Utah actually has a cutt slam. Hunting, Fishing, Recreation, Outdoors, and Public Land Law and Policy Show Notes:coming soon http://www.itsyourmountain.com/podcast/ 2018-06-111h 11