Preserving the Longleaf Pine: A Journey Through Southeastern Conservation

The Poor Prole’s Almanac · May 20, 2025 · 50m

Imagine forests that once covered vast swathes of the southeastern United States, now reduced to a fraction of their former glory. Join us with Bill Finch, co-founder of Finch Conservation, as we explore his lifelong mission to preserve the longleaf pine forests, one of North America's richest ecosystems. Bill's childhood adventures in Mississippi and Alabama's woods sparked a passion that led to his book "Longleaf: Far as the Eye Can See," offering a fresh perspective on conserving these critical habitats.

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