The announcement of two new national monuments formed the centerpiece of the White House Conservation in Action Summit on March 21, 2023. Biden designated Avi Kwa Ame and Castner Range national monuments using his authority under the Antiquities Act, protecting over half a million acres in perpetuity.

Center for Western Priorities Campaigns and Special Projects Director Lauren Bogard and Executive Director Jen Rokala join Kate to talk about the new monuments and what made the campaigns to protect both Avi Kwa Ame and Castner Range so successful.

News* President Biden Designates Avi Kwa Ame National Monument – White House * President Biden Designates Castner Range National Monument – White House * Road to 30: Postcards. – Center for Western Priorities * Monuments to America’s Past – Center for Western Priorities

CreditsHosts: Kate Groetzinger & Aaron Weiss

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(Featured image: Castner Range in bloom, Mark Clune)

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