Ep. 558: An Aldo Leopold Blowout Extravaganza

June 03, 2024

Description

Steven Rinella talks with Doug Duren, Karl Malcolm, Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, and Randall Williams. Topics discussed: The Aldo Leopold Foundation; a diamond anniversary; how “A Sand County...
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Books Referenced

A Sand County Almanac

Author: Aldo Leopold

Context:

Steve describes this as 'the most influential piece of conservation writing ever' and discusses its 75th anniversary. The book is a collection of Leopold's writing that maintains relevance today.

Desert Solitaire

Author: Edward Abbey

Context:

Steve mentions this book when discussing famous conservationists, saying people might name Roosevelt first, Leopold second, and then 'Desert Solitaire' third, though he's uncertain about the third choice.

Aldo Leopold: His Life and Work

Author: Curt Meine

Context:

Carl recommends this book as 'a phenomenal biography of Aldo Leopold' for anyone who wants to get into Leopold's biography in a very detailed way, describing it as fantastic.

The George Reserve Deer Herd

Author: Dale McCullough

Context:

Carl describes this as 'one of the foundational wildlife management books on the reproductive capacity and population dynamics of white tail deer,' recommending it for those in wildlife management who want to get into the subject deeply.