District of Conservation

In Episode 187 of District of Conservation, Gabriella gets an update from Congressman Bruce Westerman (R-AR) - the current House Natural Resources Committee ranking member. He phoned in from the Bassmaster Classic in Houston, TX last Friday to discuss what he's been up to, House Democrats rejecting his amendment to the INVEST in America Act , his concerns about 3030, the importance of distinguishi...

In Episode 186 of District of Conservation, Gabriella interviews Tyler Freel of the Tundra Talk Podcast. Freel is also a contributing writer to Outdoor Life.  Tyler and Gabriella discuss the uniqueness of Alaska, how it's managed, why Washington and some public land hunters don't understand their way of life, balanced use, misconceptions about ANWR exploration/Section 1002, Permanent Fund, Te...

In Episode 185 of District of Conservation, Gabriella speaks with Tom Werkman—a Grand Rapids, MI-based fishing guide who owns and operates Werkman Outfitters . Here's more about his charter business:  In 2016, Tom started Werkman Outfitters with two goals in mind: The first goal was to weave a common thread through his and his son Max’s life. He believed that together they could push each oth...

In Episode 184 of District of Conservation, Gabriella discusses California Judge Roger T. Benitez's ruling the state's assault weapons ban is unconstitutional and Alaska Commissioner Doug Vincent-Lang's op-ed in defense of Alaska hunting rights on federal public lands. SHOW NOTES Firearms Policy Coalition  The Reload's Coverage of Benitez's Opinion

In Episode 183 of District of Conservation, Gabriella exclusively teases a clip of her forthcoming interview with former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo dropping Friday. Secretary Pompeo discusses this viral tweet of his about climate change, thoughts on the Biden's administration's War on Energy, what sustainable clean energy options are, true conservation, firearms, the nomination of David Chipma...

In Episode 182 of District of Conservation, Gabriella discusses the return of Great Outdoors Month , upcoming National Fishing and Boating Week , last call for POMA Business Conference , and YOUR reviews.

In Episode 181 of District of Conservation, Gabriella is joined by special guest Gabby Franco — Olympic & competitive shooter, mom, wife, proud American, and escapee of Hugo Chavez's Venezuela.  Gabby recounts her start in competitive shooting, competing in the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympic Games, participating in Top Shot Season 4, fleeing socialism, how she came to appreciate the Second Am...

In Episode 180 of District of Conservation, Gabriella discusses some recent headlines on firearms and guns. She discusses Senator Cynthia Lummis' SAME Act , USCCA's new PAC , and Texas being on the cusp of passing constitutional carry thanks to a deal reached by its state legislature.

In Episode 179 of District of Conservation, Gabriella discusses her frustration with the obsessive Brood X cicada fanfare , cicada tacos , and provides a sampling of the insects chirping. Plus, she discusses Texas House Bill 2213 and how exotic game meat, particularly axis and fallow deer, could soon be donated to food banks in the Lone Star State. 

In Episode 178 of District of Conservation, Gabriella welcomes Nephi Cole and David Willms from Your Mountain onto the podcast. They chat their origins, Arkansas Senate Bill ( SB) 298 , Montana House Bill 647 , the 30x30 report, Brood X cicada hatch, and tourist season in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Here's more about Your Mountain : Join David Willms, Mike McGrady, Nephi Cole, and entertain...

In Episode 177 of District of Conservation, Gabriella interviews Amy Robbins of Alexo Athletica.  Alexo simply means to “defend and to help”.  While big name athletic companies  shy away from promoting one’s  right to defend themself and have never built in the ability to do so, Alexo will never back down from supporting a woman’s right to choose how she defends herself while s...

In Episode 176 of District of Conservation, Gabriella interviews Brandon McDow of Bar MC Media - a media company he co-founded with his girlfriend, Meagan McElya.  Brandon is a fifth-generation Texan and avid outdoorsman. He grew up in Goliad in the heart of South Texas, where his life was built around the ranching and farming lifestyle. After earning a degree in Agricultu...

In Episode 175 of District of Conservation, Gabriella discusses three things: an update from POMA's Board of Directors election, a preview of her report from the Texas leg of the Long Shot Tour, and an interview with BPI Outdoors CEO Nate Treadaway.

In Episode 174 of District of Conservation, Gabriella is joined by Samuel Ayres - host of The Wild Initiative podcast. Sam chats with Gabriella about evolving from "Living Country in the City" to "The Wild Initiative"; growing up in coastal Orange County; how he got hooked on the outdoors; transitioning from the music industry to outdoor industry; balancing public lands vs. Second Amendment rights...

In Episode 173 of District of Conservation, Gabriella introduces her listeners to "Pursue the Wild" host Kristy Titus.  In this episode, Kristy chronicles her journey in the outdoor industry, why digital TV programming is the future, legislation that concerns her, social media challenges for outdoor content creators, why the media must focus on good hunters, increased firearms purchases, and...

In Episode 172 of District of Conservation, Gabriella speaks with Thomas MacAulay. Thomas currently serves as Executive Director of the Professional Outdoor Media Association . MacAulay has worked in the outdoor industry for over a decade.  Before joining POMA, Thomas was the Marketing Manager at BPI Outdoors.  BPI Outdoors is the parent company of CVA® muzzleloading and center-fire guns...

In Episode 171 of District of Conservation, Gabriella interviews Governor Brian Kemp - the 83rd governor of the Peach State. While Georgia has been in the news recently, Governor Kemp came on to discuss the following subjects: why he's a sportsman, the importance of balanced use of natural resources, how he plans to combat the Biden administration's attacks on legal gun ownership, and much more.&n...

In Episode 170 of District of Conservation, Gabriella chats with Congresswoman Lisa McClain—a Republican from Michigan. Rep. McClain is serving her first term representing Michigan’s 10th Congressional District. She joins Gabriella to discuss her National Parks bill , President Biden's climate/energy agenda, and the value of farmers and ranchers.  Connect with the congresswoman online on...

In Episode 169 of District of Conservation, Gabriella welcomes back firearms reporter Stephen Gutowski. Earlier this week, Stephen announced he left Washington Free Beacon to launch his new project, The Reload , where he'll offer sober and objective firearms news and analysis.  Follow Stephen on Instagram and Twitter . Give his website a follow on Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube . 

In Episode 168 of District of Conservation, Gabriella speaks with U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-MT). Daines recently won a second term to the U.S. Senate and is fifth-generation Montanan. He's a lifelong sportsman and grew up in Bozeman, Montana  In the U.S. Senate, Daines is working on issues of critical importance to growing good-paying Montana jobs, developing our state’s energy resources,...

In Episode 167 of District of Conservation, Gabriella interviews Shoshana Weissmann. When not focusing on occupational licensing reform or working for a public policy think thank, Shoshana hikes and traverses National Parks.  Shoshana chats how Acadia National Park inspired her love of the outdoors, the best altitude sickness remedies, her close encounter with a grizzly bear in Montana, why i...

In Episode 166 of District of Conservation, Gabriella is joined by Lone Star Outdoor Show host Cable Smith. Gabriella first appeared on Cable's show a few months ago . Gabriella and Cable discuss what's trending in conservation, hunting, firearms, ATF appointments, National Parks, and more.  Show Notes:  ATF Director Nominee David Chipman - Washington Free Beacon Biden's Interior Using P...

In Episode 165 of District of Conservation, Gabriella welcomes back Cast and Blast Florida podcast co-host and waterfowl/fishing guide, Travis Thompson. They chat "Keepers of the Everglades," what's happening in Piney Point, a recent conservation success, why Florida isn't simply a punchline, and why transplants should rest their bones in the Sunshine State.  Subscribe to Cast&Blast Podca...

In Episode 164 of District of Conservation, Gabriella previews her upcoming Conservation Nation video on Aguaculture featuring Marshall Jones of Mack's Fish Camp, conservationist Mike Elfenbein, and AguaCulture creator Nick Szabo.  Catch up on Part I & Part II . 

In Episode 163 of District of Conservation, Gabriella presents listeners with Part II of this week's "Keepers of the Everglades" series. This episode features Betty Osceola and Nyla Pipes. Betty operates Buffalo Tiger Airboats and is a member of the Miccosukee Tribe, while Nyla runs One Florida Foundation .