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August 5, 2024 28 mins

In this episode I chat with Ben Goldfarb, an award-winning environmental journalist and one of Salida’s own.

Ben is the author of the award-winning book Eager: The Surprising Secret Life of Beavers and Why They Matter.

His latest release, Crossings: How Road Ecology Is Shaping the Future of Our Planet, has also received widespread acclaim, including nods from the New York Times and Science News, and has won the Sierra Club’s 2024 Rachel Carson Award for Excellence in Environmental Writing.

I had the pleasure of helping Ben and his wonderful wife Elise find their home in Salida a few years back, and it’s been amazing to see them become such an integral part of our community.

In this episode, we dive into Ben’s journey to Salida—what drew him to our picturesque mountain town and how his love for nature and the surrounding open spaces keeps him captivated by this special place.

We’ll explore his favorite activities, the process of settling in and making new friends, and his experience as a homeowner in Salida.

We’ll also chat about Ben's fascinating career as an environmental journalist and his latest book, Crossings. He’ll share what inspired him to write about road ecology, and why it’s crucial for us to understand how roads impact wildlife.

Plus, we’ll discuss actionable steps we can take to address the challenges of road ecology and get the inside scoop on Ben’s next book.

Join us for an engaging conversation that blends Salida's local charm with global environmental insight.

Connect with Ben Goldfarb at: https://www.bengoldfarb.com/

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Watch weekly videos about Living in the Salida, CO area, including market updates, on my YouTube Channel @LivinginSalidaCO (https://www.youtube.com/@LivingInSalidaCO)

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