Chris Blankenship - From Game Warden to Commissioner: Managing and Protecting Resources in Alabama
Chris Blankenship, Commissioner of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, is our guest on the Outdoor Adventure Series Podcast today.
The ADCNR is responsible for Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries, State Lands, State Parks, and the Marine Resources Divisions.
Alabama is the most aquatically biodiverse state in America, with more miles of navigable waterways than any state.
Questions We Asked
- What is your favorite division of your department?
- What are some of the projects that the Alabama Department of Conservation is working on to increase public access to natural resources?
- What outdoor education initiatives are available for young people and adults in Alabama?
Aha Moment
When I saw the total of the land we had acquired for public ownership since I was appointed, it was very satisfying. It is 75,000 acres and counting we have bought in the last five years that are now owned and accessible by our citizens and visitors!
InSight2Go
Two items:
- First, as quoted by many, "It is amazing what you can accomplish together if no one cares who gets the credit."
- Second, "Ideas without money usually just remain ideas."
Media
https://yellowhammernews.com/innovate-alabama-leverages-outdoor-recreation-to-bolster-economy/.
LEARN MORE
To learn more about Chris and his work, visit the Outdoor Alabama website at https://www.outdooralabama.com/ and Forever Wild at https://alabamaforeverwild.com/.
You can also find Outdoor Alabama on their Facebook page at https://www.outdooralabama.com/social.
NEXT STEPS
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