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Episode 103:
Montana

From the high Montana peaks to the Centennial Valley, follow host Kevin Chap as he meets members of the Cree Nation reintroducing the American Buffalo. Next, journey onto Montana’s high plains to meet a new breed of cattle ranchers. Then, continue on to visit conservationists in the Centennial Valley working to restore the elusive Arctic grayling.

Episode Highlights

In This Episode

Wild Foods Elk Hunting
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Elk Hunting on Moses Mountain

Jason Belcourt of the Chippewa-Cree discusses the cultural impact of elk and bison hunting.

Kevin shares a community meal at Rocky Boy’s Reservation.
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Chippewa Cree Community Meal

Kevin shares a community meal with members of the Chippewa Cree community at Rocky Boy’s Reservation.

Kevin Speaks with Cooper Hibbert
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Ranching

Kevin rides with Cooper Hibbert of the Sieben Live Stock Co. in Abel, Montana.

The Old Salt Festival Sign in Montana
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Old Salt Festival

Kevin stops by the Old Salt Festival celebrating healthy meat, healthy soil and healthy families.

Kevin talks with Cole Mannix of Mannix Family Beef
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Beef Farming

Kevin talks with Cole Mannix of Mannix Family Beef in Helmville, MT about regenerative ranching.

The Union Restaurant in Helena, Montana
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The Union

Cole and Kevin visit The Union in Helena to taste dishes made with locally-sourced beef.

Saving the Grayling in Montana
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Saving the Grayling

Xaiver Rolet and Cy McCullough discuss restorative efforts focused on the Arctic Grayling at Hell Roaring Creek.

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