District of Conservation Podcast

Rep. Yvette Herrell Talks 117th Congress, New Mexico, and Top Issues

I spoke to Congresswoman Yvette Herrell of New Mexico for a wide-ranging interview today. Here’s more about her: Born and raised in New Mexico, Yvette Herrell served for 4 terms in the New Mexico House of Representatives, and is the Republican nominee for U.S. Congress in New Mexico’s 2nd District. As a state representative, Yvette put people before politics, …

Rep. Yvette Herrell Talks 117th Congress, New Mexico, and Top Issues Read More »

An Explainer on National Monument Designations

“When it comes to national monuments and America’s sportsmen and women, it’s in our best interest to avoid approaching Interior’s review as a zero-sum game. With the Antiquities Act having been around for more than a century, there are numerous examples of how these designations have accommodated, improved and protected hunting, fishing and habitat admirably. …

An Explainer on National Monument Designations Read More »

Here’s My Interview with Senator Mike Lee (R-UT)

From Townhall.com: Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) believes President Joe Biden isn’t taking his call for unity to heart.  Following Inauguration Day, President Biden signed an unprecedented number of executive orders— including one to restore Bears Ears National Monument in San Juan County, Utah, to its original size.  To Senator Lee and the entire Utah delegation, this goes against …

Here’s My Interview with Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) Read More »

EP 136 | District Of Conservation: Here’s Trump’s Conservation Legacy and More

that’s not the American way and it’s not the American spirit.” — Incoming Senate Energy & Natural Resource Chairman and Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), E&E News – January 15th, 2021,  In Episode 136 of District of Conservation, Gabriella discusses three matters: President Trump’s conservation legacy, whether or not Senator Manchin will vote against extreme environmental …

EP 136 | District Of Conservation: Here’s Trump’s Conservation Legacy and More Read More »

EP 135 | District Of Conservation: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly—New Bills to Track in 117th Congress

In Episode 135 of District of Conservation, Gabriella discusses some new bills just introduced in Congress relating to wildlife conservation, public lands, and gun rights.  Apple Podcasts Spotify Bills Discussed in This Episode:  H.R. 286 – Gray Wolf Removal from ESA & DOI Delisting Order on Lower 48 Wolf H.R.247 Public Lands H.R.218 To prohibit future moratoriums on new federal …

EP 135 | District Of Conservation: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly—New Bills to Track in 117th Congress Read More »

EP 134 | District Of Conservation: Biden Administration Now Has a Mandate and Virginia Sunday Hunting Bill

“It’s time for the Commonwealth of Virginia, my adopted home state, to repeal antiquated blue laws prohibiting public land hunting on Sundays. Not only are they outdated, they go against the very principles inset in the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation. One of its seven principles, the democracy of hunting, stipulates the government must allocate “access …

EP 134 | District Of Conservation: Biden Administration Now Has a Mandate and Virginia Sunday Hunting Bill Read More »

EP 133 | District Of Conservation: The Future of the Firearms Industry with Roy Hill from Brownells

In Episode 133 of District of Conservation, Gabriella chats with Brownells Public Relations Specialist Roy Hill for a wide-ranging interview.  Serious About Firearms Since 1939™, Brownells is the world’s leading source for gun parts and accessories, ammunition, gunsmithing tools, survival gear and archery products. The family-owned company proudly serves gunsmiths, gun owners, law enforcement and …

EP 133 | District Of Conservation: The Future of the Firearms Industry with Roy Hill from Brownells Read More »

EP 132 | District Of Conservation: Republicans Hunt Too & Hooray for Recreational Shooting on Public Lands!

In Episode 132 of District of Conservation, Gabriella discusses three key points to kick off 2021. First, goals for the podcast and what content listeners can expect. Two, why Republicans like Senator Ted Cruz and South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem shouldn’t be shamed for hunting — which is considered responsible recreation. Three, Bureau of Land …

EP 132 | District Of Conservation: Republicans Hunt Too & Hooray for Recreational Shooting on Public Lands! Read More »

EP 131 | District of Conservation: Women Hunters and Anglers Dominated My Podcast This Year & 2021 Preview

In Episode 131 of District of Conservation, Gabriella reveals the five most listened-to episodes of 2020 and previews what listeners can expect on the show in 2021. Listen on Apple Podcasts: Top Five Episodes of 2020 1) Katie Pavlich, Townhall.com Editor & Fox News Contributor 2) South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem 3) Biden vs. Trump: Who’s Better for …

EP 131 | District of Conservation: Women Hunters and Anglers Dominated My Podcast This Year & 2021 Preview Read More »

EP 130 | District Of Conservation: ATF Withdraws Guidance on AR Pistol Braces, DESCEND Act Awaits Trump’s Signature, Your Reviews

“Upon further consultation with the Department of Justice and the Office of the Deputy Attorney General, ATF is withdrawing, pending further Department of Justice review, the notice and request for comments entitled “Objective Factors for Classifying Weapons with ‘Stabilizing Braces’,” that was published on December 18, 2020. 85 FR 82516. As explained in the notice, …

EP 130 | District Of Conservation: ATF Withdraws Guidance on AR Pistol Braces, DESCEND Act Awaits Trump’s Signature, Your Reviews Read More »