Politics and Wildlife: Finding Common Ground

Montana State Representative Marilyn Marler and Montana Outfitter's and Guide's Association Executive Director Mac Minard discuss how differing political views find common ground on wildlife issues while attending the National Association of Sportsmen Caucuses Convention in Bozeman, Montana.  There is no shortage of tribalism in our world today and wildlife issues are not an exception.  Often the choice is for combative stances instead of cooperative and collaborative approaches.  Listening to this conversation today you’ll hear that regardless of your political affiliation, our passion for wild things and outdoor pursuits can unite us all.   

Topics Discussed:

• What is the Sportsmen's Caucus?
• What hunting means to Montana's Economy.
• How do you find common ground with divergent views?
• Informed and Involved Sportsmen.
• Best Practices for communicating with policy makers.
• Future of wildlife management and legislation in Montana.

Chasing Rabbits:

• Montana Outfitters and Guides Association
• Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation

You can find more about Everett Headley, your host, at his website or Instagram. 

Intro Music: Jason Shaw- Back to the Woods
Outro Music:  Bumy Goldson- Keep Walking