Connecticut approves bear stand-your-ground law

“Indeed, the DEEP supported this legislation when it was first introduced and would have welcomed hunting as a tool to manage the increasing bear population. But state legislators acquiesced to pressure from ill-informed animal rights groups and prioritized emotional appeals over conservation and public safety. SB 1148 now fails to fully address this public safety risk for the Constitution State’s 3.6 million residents—a risk made clear last year when a 10-year-old boy was mauled by a bear in his grandparents’ backyard.” — Hartford Courier

In Episode 379 of District of Conservation, Gabriella discusses Connecticut passing a bear self-defense law that allows residents to shoot bears in self-defense cases and discourages feeding the burgeoning black bear population. The Connecticut legislature was short of passing a bill allowing a highly-regulated hunt, arguably a more preferable and humane option. Tune in to learn more!

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EP 559: Antares Goes Critical + Colorado Initiative 302 – District of Conservation

In Episode 559 of District of Conservation, Gabriella discusses Antares nuclear project hitting criticality and the latest on Colorado Initiative 302 to enshrine the right to fish and hunt in Colorado. Tune in to learn more!SHOW NOTESAntares Mark-0 Becomes First Advanced Nuclear Reactor to Achieve Criticality Under DOE Pilot ProgramNuclear Reactor Pilot Program Reaches First Criticality Test MilestoneAnti-Hunting Groups Keep Losing in These States. That’s No AccidentColorado Right to Hunt and Fish Initiative (2026)Group aims to add right to hunt and fish to Colorado Constitution