In this episode, I talk with Theo Witsell, co-founder and chief ecologist with Southeastern Grasslands Initiative (SGI). North America was once largely covered by vast grasslands, rich with wildlife, immense plant diversity, and deep topsoil. With the onset of development and agriculture, these ecosystems were often the first to be destroyed. However, SGI is working to understand and protect on southeastern grasslands, as well as provide education and opportunities to get involved. In our conversation we dive deep into the unique nature of grasslands, prairies, and wetlands in the Southeast and the work of SGI.