The Jordan Harbinger Show 821: John Nores | Reclaiming America's Wildlands from the Drug Cartels
Apr 6, 2023
John Nores, a retired special operations game warden and author of Hidden War, shares gripping insights into the battle against drug cartels in California's wildlands. Despite cannabis legalization, cartels wreak havoc with illegal grow operations that devastate ecosystems and threaten local communities. Nores details the perilous work of game wardens, who often confront armed criminals while safeguarding wildlife. He highlights the urgent need for awareness and effective law enforcement strategies to combat these illegal activities and their environmental impact.
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First Encounter
- John Nores's first encounter with a cartel grow was in the 90s.
- It was in a remote area, camouflaged, and resembled a military operation.
Discovery in Coe Park
- In 2004, a biologist alerted John Nores to a dry creek bed in a California park.
- Investigating, they found a camouflaged grow site with armed men in military attire.
Water Theft Scale
- Trespass grows cause significant water theft, impacting local resources.
- A single grow can steal millions of gallons of water over a growing season.
