Behind the scenes of the Bears Ears draft management plan

Davina Smith, representing the Navajo Nation, and Lauren Henson, a specialist in collaborative management, delve into the Bears Ears draft management plan. They discuss how this plan was collaboratively developed with federal agencies and tribal input, emphasizing the vital role of tribal knowledge. The conversation highlights innovative strategies for engaging tribal communities in resource management and the importance of public participation in shaping the plan. They also explore the challenges of foreign mining activities affecting U.S. public lands.