In this episode, we talk with award-winning journalist, author, and conservationist Hal Herring about the importance of public lands, the flow of Montana's rivers, Hal's journey as a writer, and even the subtle art of trotlines and limblines. Presented by Hatch Magazine.

(0:00:00) Introduction

(0:01:11) Trotlines!

(0:07:03) Early influences in conservation

(0:10:22) Early years in Montana

(0:16:40) How writers help conservation

(0:25:51) Homicide over public land access

(0:31:45) Ruby River access case

(0:41:40) Thoughts about native trout

(0:52:37) Minimum stream flows in Montana

(1:08:40) What can we root for?

(1:16:30) New book project

(1:19:23) Hunt or fish? Favorite game dish? Most famous firearm from the Old West?

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