The MeatEater Podcast Ep. 722: All Hands for Public Lands! (Part Deux: Redux) | MeatEater Radio Live!
Jun 27, 2025
Join former Vermont forester Michael Snyder, who leads Greenfire Enterprises, as he dives into the complexities of logging and deer management. He discusses the evolving attitudes toward doe hunting in Vermont, revealing how it’s crucial for ecological balance. The lively hosts share personal tales of outdoor adventure, from mountain lion encounters to summer fishing competitions, emphasizing the importance of public lands for future generations. With humor and insights, they blend conservation efforts with the thrill of hunting and fishing.
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Forestry as Forest Architecture
- Forestry is like architecture, designing forest health and use plans before logging acts as the builder.
- Forestry balances meeting human wood needs with maintaining forest health and conservation.
Complexity in Forestry and Logging
- Forests are complex ecosystems that don’t need humans, but humans need forests.
- Logging properly on public lands supports conservation, wood supply, and rural economies when managed thoughtfully.
Manage Deer by Hunting Does
- Hunters should become comfortable with shooting more whitetail does to manage overpopulated herds.
- Expanding antlerless rifle hunting can improve forest health and balance deer populations.