Inside this episode Alex Falconer dives into how one person with a dream can help save this planet. How he started his crusade to help save over 1,000,000 acres of untouched natural area with only an idea. He shares with us all the details about planning his incredible 110 mile run across the rouged terrain. So many people think you have to be a professional athlete to accomplish what he did. What it took was courage and determination. He is a shining example of how one person can make a difference.
Because of Alex, his team and supporters the Boundary Waters Wilderness Protection and Pollution Prevention Act is on its way to congress after being addressed by President Biden.
To find out more about the work he and his team are doing or how you can get involved please visit. https://www.savetheboundarywaters.org
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