Mountain Area Land Trust Podcast
Mountain Area Land Trust Podcast
Podcast Description
Since 1992, Mountain Area Land Trust (MALT) has been the leading voice for land and water conservation along Colorado’s Front Range communities, serving a 4,830 square mile service area.Our mission is to save natural areas, wildlife habitat, streams and rivers, working ranches and historic lands for the benefit of the community and as a legacy for future generations.
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The podcast emphasizes themes such as wildfire mitigation, conservation easements, and nature-based education, with specific episodes discussing the ecological impacts of wildfires, tax benefits for landowners through conservation easements, and innovative educational approaches at High Rockies Community School.
Since 1992, Mountain Area Land Trust (MALT) has been the leading voice for land and water conservation along Colorado’s Front Range communities, serving a 4,830 square mile service area.
Our mission is to save natural areas, wildlife habitat, streams and rivers, working ranches and historic lands for the benefit of the community and as a legacy for future generations.
Join Carl, stewardship director at Mountain Area Land Trust, as he sits down with Matt and Kyle from Jefferson Conservation District to discuss wildfire mitigation. Learn about the ecological and community impacts of fire, the historical roots of conservation districts, and the cutting-edge approaches to restoring our forests. Whether you're a landowner or simply curious about fire prevention, this episode breaks down the science and solutions behind one of the most pressing issues in the mountain west.
00:00 – Welcome and Introductions
00:14 – The State of Wildfires Today
00:29 – What Is Jefferson Conservation District?
01:19 – Historical Context of Conservation Districts
05:05 – The Science of Wildfire Mitigation
08:57 – Aftermath of Wildfires: Hidden Impacts
12:13 – Fire Mitigation Explained Like You’re 10
16:34 – Working with Landowners
20:12 – Common Misconceptions About Wildfire Mitigation
22:07 – Closing Thoughts and How to Get Involved
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