I'm Brooke Mitchell, and this marks the beginning of Rewildology's new series exploring Chilean Patagonia's magnificent Route of Parks: an epic conservation corridor spanning 1,700 miles, protecting 28 million acres across 17 (soon to be 18) national parks from Puerto Montt to Cape Horn. In this episode, I set the stage for our journey by diving into the region's fascinating natural and human history, from indigenous stewardship spanning 12,000 years to the groundbreaking Tompkins Conservation project that transformed private lands into public parks. Join me as we explore towering granite peaks, ancient Alerce forests, windswept pampas, and vital wetlands—discovering how this visionary conservation model is reshaping our understanding of what's possible when we give nature room to heal. I can't wait to hear what spoke to you most, so drop me a note in the comments! Thanks for listening!

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Where the Wild Calls: A Journey through Patagonia's Route of Parks

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction: A Breathtaking Morning in Patagonia
02:07 The Journey Begins: Exploring Chile's Route of Parks
03:16 Understanding Patagonia's Unique Geography
04:40 The Ancient Forces Shaping Patagonia
07:38 Indigenous Stewardship and European Impact
10:48 The Birth of Chile's National Parks
14:38 The Visionary Tompkins and Their Legacy
18:27 The Global Significance of Patagonia's Conservation
20:26 Conclusion: The Future of Conservation in Patagonia
22:16 Join the Adventure: Project Patagonia

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