Wilderness Act Demystified

Colorado Wolverine Reintroduction

Enjoy a quick journey into the lives of Wolverines and discover why it’s important to reintroduce them to the Colorado high Country. My guest is Kaitie Schneider Representative of Rockies and Planes for Defenders of Wildlife. She provides a rich overview of Wolverine: habitat, natural history, behaviors , locations and updates on current plans for reintroducing them to Colorado landscapes.

Wilderness Act Demystified

Explore the complexities of the Wilderness Act and public lands policies. Wilderness watch Executive Director George Nikas and Legislative Director and Analyst Katie Bilodeau discuss the history of the Wilderness Act, current issues surrounding Wilderness designation and threats to these lands. Discover how actions like  cattle grazing, and chain saw use in designated wilderness diminish the intent.  Most of all, learn how you can help protect these environments.

"Unpacking Poudre Schools Medicaid, Outreach and Enrollment"

When in-district students need medical assistance, food and/or other resources to successfully obtain an education; Poudre Schools in Fort Collins can help. Through the Medicaid, Outreach and Enrollment Department; folks can get general information, complete application materials and work with a Medicaid Enrollment Specialist to complete a complicated process--efficiently. As the school district mission is to "Educate...Every Child, Every Day;" this department also partners with other local and in-district resources to help families who may require a variety of assets and assistance.

Talking organic farming with Golden Prairie Farms

Family farms are often under pressure due to changing climate and economic conditions. Find out how one multigenerational family farm in northern Colorado has found success as a producer of organic, gluten-free grains. Richard Cox talks with Bryce Hediger, president of Golden Prairie Farms, about the rewards and challenges of organic dry-land farming in the twenty-first century.

How Does A Bike Coop?

Find out how a long time, city-supported bike cooperative operates here in Fort Collins, Colorado. Subtopics include, among other things; repair options, opportunities to serve on the Board of Directors, community outreach programs--such as Bike to Work Day and more. Subtopics include general volunteer and public-oriented opportunities such as Earn-a-Bike, BARS (Bike Retrieval Squad) and Open Shop.