Mind, Body, and Soil Basins of Relations: Water, Fire, Beavers, and Beyond with Brock Dolman
Sep 20, 2024
Brock Dolman, a conservation ecologist at the Occidental Arts and Ecology Center, expertly discusses the interplay of water cycles, beavers, and fire ecology. He emphasizes the need for mindful environmental stewardship and highlights how beavers can restore ecosystems. Brock advocates for understanding the deep connections between communities and nature, while weaving in insights about ecological resilience and sustainable practices. His passionate storytelling encourages listeners to appreciate our living earth and the intricate webs of life that surround us.
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Planet as Community
- Dolman suggests the dominant narrative views the planet as a commodity, not a community.
- He promotes a shift towards viewing the Earth as interconnected and deserving of respect.
Awaysider Economics
- Dolman points out that traditional economic models often ignore 'externalities' like pollution.
- He suggests viewing ourselves as 'awaysiders' who acknowledge and address the outputs of our actions.
The Drain Age
- The 'drain age' involves removing beavers, draining wetlands, and channeling rivers for human use.
- Dolman criticizes 'reclamation' as 'wreck-lamation', highlighting its destructive effects.
