The Wolf Connection Episode #162 Austin Smith Jr. - Wolves and Tribal Lands
Feb 23, 2024
Austin Smith Jr., a Tribal Member of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, shares his journey growing up on the reservation, cultural perspectives on hunting deer, and the return of wolves to tribal lands. He explores managing wolf populations, wildlife dynamics, and the deep connection to wolves and the land. Discussions include sustainable practices, collaboration for balanced wildlife management, and the excitement of encountering a breeding wolf pack in the forest.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Journey from Military to Wildlife Biologist with a Tribe
04:40 • 25min
Sustainable Management and Cultural Perspectives on Hunting
29:43 • 19min
Exploration of Cultural Practices and the Return of Wolves to the Reservation
48:17 • 3min
Managing Wolf Populations in a Changing Landscape
51:42 • 27min
Wildlife Population Dynamics and the Role of Horses in Tribal Lands
01:18:35 • 3min
Exploring the Deep Connection to Wolves and Tribal Lands
01:22:02 • 3min