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Mike Butler Joins Brad Halfacre To Discuss Protecting Tennessee's Outdoor Heritage

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Brad Halfacre sits down with Tennessee Wildlife Federation CEO Mike Butler for an in-depth conversation about the future of conservation in Tennessee and the importance of protecting the state's outdoor heritage. Butler shares how a lifelong passion for hunting and wildlife led him from West Tennessee to a career in wildlife management and ultimately to leading one of the state's most influential conservation organizations. Together, they explore the Federation's history, its role in shaping Tennessee's conservation efforts, and the work being done today to restore habitat, improve outdoor access, and advocate for responsible stewardship. The conversation also examines the challenges of balancing rapid growth with the protection of clean water, healthy wildlife populations, and the natural resources that make Tennessee unique. It's an informative discussion for anyone who enjoys hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, or simply wants to help preserve Tennessee's great outdoors for generations to come.

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