Forest Focus Custer Gallatin National Forest

Custer Gallatin National Forest
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Welcome to the Forest Focus Custer Gallatin National Forest podcast, where the untamed spirit of nature comes alive through captivating stories nestled in the heart of the Custer Gallatin National Forest. Journey with us as we explore the rich tapestry of history, landscapes, wildlife, projects, tales from the field, and more! Subscribe now and become a part of our brand-new community of listeners who cherish the wonders of the Custer Gallatin National Forest.

Episodes

  1. Patrolling the Frozen Frontier: Inside the Snowmobile Operations for Law Enforcement Course

    JAN 20

    Patrolling the Frozen Frontier: Inside the Snowmobile Operations for Law Enforcement Course

    When the pavement stops and snow reaches shoulder height, the dynamics of law enforcement transform completely. In this episode, we delve into the Snowmobile Operations for Law Enforcement Course (SOLEC), a three-day intensive training led by law enforcement professionals from the Custer Gallatin National Forest. This program equips officers from various agencies to become adept backcountry operators. Uncover why being stuck in chest-deep powder is viewed as the ultimate "benchmark for trying hard" and how enduring a full-body workout at 9,000 feet is an essential part of the role. We go beyond the fundamentals to explore the "art" of winter policing—where officers from nationwide agencies learn to handle life-and-death situations in extreme cold, reaching fifty degrees below zero. From the tactical "shock and awe" of high-speed snowmobile pursuits to the somber duty of conducting backcountry coroner investigations, discover how this training addresses a crucial gap in public safety. Whether enforcing trail registrations or coordinating a midnight search and rescue, learn what it takes to uphold law and order in a landscape where the "tree always wins." Host: Morgan De Meyer, Custer Gallatin National Forest Public Affairs Specialist Guest Speakers: Brad Bolte, Custer Gallatin National Forest Patrol Captain Dan Hayden, Gallatin County' Sheriff's Office Seargent Gabe Gassman, formerCuster Gallatin National Forest Law Enforcement Officer

    34 min
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Welcome to the Forest Focus Custer Gallatin National Forest podcast, where the untamed spirit of nature comes alive through captivating stories nestled in the heart of the Custer Gallatin National Forest. Journey with us as we explore the rich tapestry of history, landscapes, wildlife, projects, tales from the field, and more! Subscribe now and become a part of our brand-new community of listeners who cherish the wonders of the Custer Gallatin National Forest.

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