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Oct 30 2023
Dr. Little Bear’s Wisdom: Challenging the Notion of Objectivity
To be objective means to not be influenced or based on personal preference or bias. And yet everything we do is influenced by our experiences and beliefs. So, is there really such a thing as being objective? In September, I attended the opening plenary of the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies conference. I was […]
Sep 18 2023
What is the conservation field I want to be a part of? Healing Engagement
As I take a healing lens to my work, I am imagining the future of conservation. I believe we can bring more healing to our field by incorporating a new mindset, practices, and relationships into our work. Previously, I described three elements of a healthy mindset: curiosity inclusivity benefits Then, I offered three practices to […]
Aug 26 2023
What is the conservation field I want to be a part of? Healing Practices
As I take a healing lens to my work, I am imagining the future of conservation. I believe we can bring more healing to our field by incorporating a new mindset, practices, and relationships into our work. In my previous post, I described three elements of a healthy mindset: curiosity inclusivity benefits In this post, […]
Aug 10 2023
What Is The Conservation Field I Want To Be A Part Of? Healthy Mindset
I’ve worked in the field of conservation my entire career. I started in several biologist positions with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources before moving to the archery industry and then building my own business. Over time, I noticed a gap in our field. Specifically, I (and others) long for conservation to be a more […]