Outdoor Recreation On The Rise, Butterfly Monitor Receives DNR Award, Debate Recap

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President Donald Trump walks with Judge Amy Coney Barrett to a news conference to announce Barrett as his nominee to the Supreme Court, in the Rose Garden at the White House, Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020, in Washington. Alex Brandon/AP Photo

Two Wisconsin trail and recreation enthusiasts share their advice and observations about recent increases in trail traffic and visitors. A citizen scientist and longtime butterfly monitor talks with us about his passion project, and being honored by the DNR for his work. And we look back at how the first presidential debate transpired, as well as a few other top stories in Washington news — including the nomination of a new Supreme Court justice.

Featured in this Show

  • How To Deal On The Trail When Everyone's New Hobby Is Hiking

    With long-distance travel remaining limited, many people have been embracing the great outdoors — visiting trails, state parks, campgrounds and more. We talk with a Sierra Club representative about how regular trail users can embrace this new traffic, and how we can ensure safety and the best possible treatment of the trails.

  • Wisconsin Butterfly Enthusiast Recognized By DNR For Citizen Science

    We talk to the recipient of the DNR’s David N. Redell Award For Lifetime Achievement In Citizen-Based Monitoring, and the man responsible for producing a detailed guide to Wisconsin’s butterflies.

  • This Week In Washington: September 30, 2020

    We look at some of the top stories in national politics, focusing on the first presidential debate Tuesday evening.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Natalie Guyette Producer
  • Laura Pavin Producer
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Liz Wessel Guest
  • Mike Reese Guest
  • Reid Wilson Guest

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