In this Episode, Dexter Kopas illustrates issues involving public lands and resources in Arizona. Then describes the Campaigns set in place by Wild Arizona in response. Dexter shares his experiences from his years doing conservation work, reveals bigger picture insights and the knitty gritty details of making resource protection happen.Wild Arizona’s mission is to protect, unite, and restore wild lands and waters across Arizona and beyond for the enrichment and health for humans, and to ensure native plants and animals a lasting home in nature. Wild Arizona organizes and amplifies multi-community voices of support for legislation; advocate for conservation policy; and cultivate stewardship, awareness, and well being through outdoor volunteerism, science, and education.Thank you for listening ❤️More show notes, links, resources:Episode Linkswildarizona.org⁠ - stay up to date on current conservation efforts, opportunities to participate, educational material, and further resources.  Wild Arizona Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wild_arizona_Thesauer.weebly.com- Sonoran Ultra Endurance Ride. A 315 Mile self supported ultra endurance bicycle ride through iconic regions of the Sonoran Desert in Southern Arizona.Sonoran Ultra Endurance Ride Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sauer.tucsonSocial LinksInstagram -  https://www.instagram.com/surfaceexposure (More ways to connect coming soon)