Tuned in to the Land

The California Rangeland Trust Podcast

About the Podcast

Hosted by Rangeland Trust CEO Michael Delbar, our new podcast features long-form conversations about ranching, conservation, land use, wildlife, fire prevention, and so much more! Special guests include partners, scientists, conservationists, and landowners who exemplify the importance of preserving California’s working lands through their lives and careers.

Tune in every month to learn how you can be involved in preserving the future of the Golden State for generations to come.

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Season 2 Episode 9: Sharing California’s Ranching History

September 18, 2023

In this episode, Michael is joined by Jared Mathis, President of the Moulton Museum located in Orange County, a valued organization that shares our passion for honoring California’s rich ranching history. Now approaching its one-year anniversary, Jared and the team at the Moulton Museum have worked tirelessly to bring the spirit of the West back to life in Orange County by by actively archiving, restoring, and preserving the regions historical artifacts—everything from farm implements and buggies to documents, artwork, and images.

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Season 2 Episode 8: The Sardella Ranch

August 15, 2023

For this episode, Michael traveled to the Sardella Ranch in Sonora, CA to chat with Michael and Julie Sardella. During their conversation, Michael and Julie Sardella discuss their journey on the ranch, their commitment to conservation, their longstanding partnership with CAL FIRE, and the significance of preserving working lands in California.

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Season 2 Episode 7: Honoring Western Culture

July 22, 2023

In this new episode of Tuned in to the Land, we are joined by a five-time National Finals Rodeo (NFR) steer wrestling champion and recent Pro Rodeo Hall of Famer, Luke Branquinho.

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Season 2 Episode 6: Gate-Getting vs. Gatekeeping

June 15, 2023

Gate-getting is like a right of passage in the ranching industry. Whether you were sitting in the passenger seat, you were the youngest in the vehicle, or you drew the short straw for the day, we have all been there. But, gate-getting doesn’t stop after the gate is latched. Though there’s the literal meaning of opening the gate to get you where you need to go, it can also mean opening up opportunities for others.

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Season 2 Episode 5: Wildfire Awareness and Preparedness

May 11, 2023

May is Wildfire Awareness Month.

As Californians, we are all too aware of wildfires and the destruction they inflict upon on our local communities, people, and the land. Each year, it seems like wildfire season extends longer and longer, burning millions of acres. In 2021 and 2022 alone, over 3 million acres of land burned in California displacing people, wildlife, and livestock, alike. That’s why it’s important that we look at prevention through tools like grazing and prescribed fire.

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Season 2 Episode 4: Rock Front Ranch

April 17, 2023

Our landowner partners represent the heart and soul of the Rangeland Trust. Because of their admirable decisions to conserve their ranches, California will always have places available for local food to be grown, air to be cleansed, freshwater to flow, wildlife to roam, and spectacular viewsheds to be admired.

In this episode, Michael is joined by landowner partner, Alisha Taff. Alisha is the owner of the Rock Front Ranch in the Cuyama Valley in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties.

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