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We take a deep dive into the roots and impacts of Colorado Right to Hunt and Fish Amendment #83. Discover why this ballot measure is important while addressing concerns that have been expressed by environmental organizations. My guest is Dan Gates from Coloradoans for Responsible Wildlife Management one of the groups that initiated this amendment.

Colorado Right to Hunt and Fish-Amendment 83 is on the November ballot. Colorado already has laws in place that protect hunting in fishing. This amendment would add a new section to the Colorado constitution that would establish a right to hunt, fish and take fish and wildlife using traditional methods. In this podcast Gary Stiba-Wildlife manager for San Juan Citizen’s Alliance delves into the confusion around the definition of ‘traditional methods and the impacts that it would have on wildlife management if this measure passes in November. 

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Colorado State University (CSU) features over 2000 members, more than 200 classes and 100 plus instructors. Multi-week courses, Lectures and Special Programs are designed for mature learners, whose curiosity never retires! Among many others, topics include "Cultural, Domestic and Global Affairs," "Art and Design," and "History, Psychology, and Philosophy." This segment features an in-depth interview with Osher Institute Director Dr. Meredith Naughton and Program Manager Julie Braswell, as they share the CSU-OLLI story with pride and excitement. The timely information is also a terrific commemorative, in light of the fact that OLLI celebrates its 20th year, since it was officially endowed at CSU by the Bernard Osher Foundation. 

Headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, the National Wildlife Research Center (NWRC) is a research unit of the US Department of Agriculture devoted to resolving issues caused by the interaction of wild animals and society. For more than 25 years, the center’s multi-disciplinary team of scientists has been developing innovative approaches to addressing human-wildlife conflicts, wildlife damage, nuisance and pest animals, wildlife disease, invasive species, overabundant wildlife, and overall ecosystem health. In addition to its headquarters at the Foothills Campus of Colorado State University, the NWRC also operates six field stations across the U.S. Richard Cox talks with Jason Suckow, director of NWRC, who discusses the mission of the center and some of its current and former research efforts. 

Enjoy a quick journey into the lives of Wolverines and discover why it’s important to reintroduce them to the Colorado high Country. My guest is Kaitie Schneider Representative of Rockies and Planes for Defenders of Wildlife. She provides a rich overview of Wolverine: habitat, natural history, behaviors , locations and updates on current plans for reintroducing them to Colorado landscapes.  

Explore the complexities of the Wilderness Act and public lands policies. Wilderness watch Executive Director George Nikas and Legislative Director and Analyst Katie Bilodeau discuss the history of the Wilderness Act, current issues surrounding Wilderness designation and threats to these lands. Discover how actions like  cattle grazing, and chain saw use in designated wilderness diminish the intent.  Most of all, learn how you can help protect these environments.

When in-district students need medical assistance, food and/or other resources to successfully obtain an education; Poudre Schools in Fort Collins can help. Through the Medicaid, Outreach and Enrollment Department; folks can get general information, complete application materials and work with a Medicaid Enrollment Specialist to complete a complicated process--efficiently. As the school district mission is to "Educate...Every Child, Every Day;" this department also partners with other local and in-district resources to help families who may require a variety of assets and assistance. 

Family farms are often under pressure due to changing climate and economic conditions. Find out how one multigenerational family farm in northern Colorado has found success as a producer of organic, gluten-free grains. Richard Cox talks with Bryce Hediger, president of Golden Prairie Farms, about the rewards and challenges of organic dry-land farming in the twenty-first century.

Find out how a long time, city-supported bike cooperative operates here in Fort Collins, Colorado. Subtopics include, among other things; repair options, opportunities to serve on the Board of Directors, community outreach programs--such as Bike to Work Day and more. Subtopics include general volunteer and public-oriented opportunities such as Earn-a-Bike, BARS (Bike Retrieval Squad) and Open Shop.

Nelson M. Nones discusses how people are exploited by Generative AI (GenAI) promoters, who use a certain amount of marketing hype and misinformation. As a recognized business strategist, computer industry expert and published author; Nones breaks down, among other things, what GenAI is and how it can work effectively, as well as some negative consequences for this technological advancement.