In this episode of Through the Gates, we expose what many hunters, ranchers, and the people of Colorado need to understand about the powerful and national network of animal rights extremists that are manipulating science-based wildlife management for agenda driven politics. Following the controversial Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission meeting on March 4–5, this episode dives deep into the growing concerns about how political pressure, activist organizations, and government appointments may be influencing wildlife management decisions that were once driven by science. Host Dan Gates breaks down the network of activists, nonprofits, political figures, and commission appointments that are working together to reshape wildlife policy across the American West. The major players include Governor Polis, First Gentleman Marol Reis, Samantha Miller, Wayne Pacelle, Mark Surls and organizations such as the Center for Biological Diversity, Project Coyote, Humane World for Animals and Prairie Protection Colorado just to name a few. From petitions targeting trapping and fur sales to legislation affecting wolves and beavers, this episode connects the dots between policy proposals, activist campaigns, and political relationships. The conversation also examines: • The rise of professional wildlife activism across western states • How ballot box losses are shifting strategies toward commissions and rulemaking • The role of political appointments in wildlife policy decisions • The tension between science-based wildlife management and ideology-driven policy With nearly 500 Coloradans attending the March CPW Commission meeting, this episode explores the growing public attention on the future of wildlife management and the North American Model of Conservation. If you care about hunting, trapping, ranching, conservation, or public policy affecting wildlife in the West, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Follow Through the Gates for weekly discussions about wildlife policy, conservation, hunting advocacy, and the fight to keep wildlife management science-based. Listen, share, subscribe and stay informed — the future of wildlife management depends on it. Send us Fan Mail STREAM TO SHOW - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVjalEoOauqM3xLSHrq3FO680x-XriQcD https://throughthegates.buzzsprout.com - Thank you to our Sponsors - https://davistent.com/ https://minturnanglers.com/ https://salidagunshop.com/ https://www.coloradosheds.com/ https://www.coloradooutfitters.org/ https://rusticliving.com/
