The Oldman Watershed Part 4: Business Owners

04/02/24 • 34 min

How are businesses affected by concerns around water security in the Oldman Watershed? In this episode, Michael talks with three business owners who rely on water for their livelihood. He explores why water matters to them and how they plan to adapt to a changing climate.

Featured Guests:
Jim Lynch-Staunton - Rancher: Antelope Butte Ranch
Dwight Perry - Farmer
Kelti Baird - Co-Founder & Managing Owner: Theoretically Brewing Co.

Featured Guests:
Jim Lynch-Staunton - Rancher: Antelope Butte Ranch
Dwight Perry - Farmer
Kelti Baird - Co-Founder & Managing Owner: Theoretically Brewing Co.

Previous Episode

The Oldman Watershed Part 5: Looking Back

How has the Oldman watershed been developed over the centuries and were there any struggles along the way? In this episode, Michael explores the history of development in the Oldman watershed, including its significance to the Blackfoot people and its importance to settler communities. He also learns about the controversy around the construction of the Oldman River Dam.

Featured Guests:
Ninna Piiksii - Blackfoot Elder
Tyler Stewart - Curator: Galt Museum
Stewart Rood - Environmental Science Professor: University of Lethbridge
Cliff Wallis - Director: Alberta Wilderness Association & Past President: Friends of the Oldman River
Cheryl Bradley - Friends of the Oldman volunteer

Next Episode

The Oldman Watershed Part 3: Land Management & Fish

What role does land management play in maintaining a healthy watershed? How are fish species affected by a changing climate and our various land uses? In this episode, Michael has some conversations about conservation in the Oldman watershed.

Featured Guests:
Philip Meintzer & Devon Earl - Conservation Specialists: Alberta Wilderness Association
Lorne Fitch - Professional Biologist
Jim Rennie - Angler & Citizen Scientist