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The Mountain Accord Mar 25, 2025

The Central Wasatch Commission was created because of a document called the Mountain Accord charter. This document is the foundation of the organization and its goals to help alleviate issues regarding the economy, environment, recreation, and transportation throughout the Central Wasatch. The CWC’s Executive Director, Lindsey Nielsen, will read verbatim the Mountain Accord charter. This episode is specifically for auditory learners, who would prefer to listen than to read the document.

Mountain Accord Charter: Read here

Central Wasatch Commission

https://cwc.utah.gov/⁠
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The Central Wasatch Economy with Morgan Mingle Mar 11, 2025

The state of an economy depends on a variety of factors. Job opportunities, housing availability, business prosperity and more. The Central Wasatch’s economy consists of tourism, recreation, hotels, restaurants, and multiple towns and cities. The wasatch front and back are physically separated but have common themes. In this episode, I talk economics with CWC stakeholder Morgan Mingle and how it relates to the four interdependent systems of the Central Wasatch.

More Information:

Park City Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau

Sustainable Tourism Plan

Central Wasatch Commission

https://cwc.utah.gov/⁠
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National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) with Kirk Nichols Feb 25, 2025

Our environment is the foundation of life in local communities. With continuous development, it's crucial to monitor the level of impact imposed on the surrounding water, soil, and inhabitants. The National Environmental Policy Act, commonly known as NEPA, is the law that protects surrounding environments from potential damage. Kirk Nichols joins me in this episode to dive into what NEPA is and how the law is applied in the Central Wasatch.

More Information:

National Environmental Policy Act | US EPA

What is the National Environmental Policy Act? | US EPA

National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) 101 | Bureau of Land Management

Central Wasatch Commission

https://cwc.utah.gov/⁠
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Central Wasatch Symposium Live Podcast Jan 28, 2025

The first annual Central Wasatch Symposium was a success! The event was held on January 9th and 10th, 2025, at Millcreek City Hall, with various speakers and organizations in attendance. To capture the experience, we walked around in between breakout sessions to hear what attendees and speakers had to say. This episode highlights each person's perspective on the conference and the overall impact of the event.

Special thanks to everyone who was interviewed: Molly Chien; Amy Brunvand from Great Old Broads for Wilderness; Adam Shaw from the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest; Barbara Cameron; Mayor Silvestrini of Millcreek; Lee Ann Hansen; Ella Abelli-Amen from Cottonwood Canyons Foundation; and Andrew Gruber from Wasatch Front Regional Council (WFRC).

Want to learn more about the Central Wasatch Symposium? Go to the CWC's website to learn more and stay tuned for next year's event!

Learn more here - https://cwc.utah.gov/

The First Annual Central Wasatch Symposium Dec 12, 2024

The CWC’s first annual Central Wasatch Symposium is right around the corner! This two-day conference is an educational event spotlighting the four systems of the Central Wasatch: economy, environment, recreation, and transportation. The CWC’s Executive Director, Lindsey Nielsen, and Director of Operations, Sam Kilpack, will be with me announcing the Symposium and discussing what this event will look like.

Learn more about the Central Wasatch Symposium here!

CWC Website: cwc.utah.gov

CWNCRA Series: Each Iteration of the Bill Nov 27, 2024

The CWNCRA series continues with a new episode reviewing iterations of the bill and the changes made over time. The CWC’s Executive Director Lindsey Nielsen and Director of Operations Sam Kilpack will be with me reviewing each version of the CWNCRA. As a reminder, the Central Wasatch National Conservation and Recreation Area Act, also known as the CWNCRA, is a federal, consensus-based bill drafted by the Central Wasatch Commission aimed at protecting the sources of our drinking water, preserving recreational opportunities for the future, and ensuring enjoyment of the Central Wasatch Mountains in the face of pressures from a growing population. The purpose of this episode and the CWNCRA series is to inform people about the bill as the Central Wasatch Commission works towards its establishment.

CWNCRA Iterations: https://cwc.utah.gov/legislation-and-federal-designation/

CWC website: https://cwc.utah.gov/

CWNCRA Reading Episode

Hunting in the Central Wasatch with Caitlin Curry Nov 19, 2024

We will be introducing you to Caitlin Curry who is part of Utah Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, an organization that supports county efforts to conserve public lands in ways that work for local communities and preserve their outdoor legacy for future generations. She is also a member of the CWC’s Stakeholders Council and participates on the Recreation System Committee. Utah Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Website: https://www.backcountryhunters.org/utah CWC Website: https://cwc.utah.gov/

Sustainable Recreation and Collaborative Efforts with Jayme Kogel Nov 06, 2024

Today we will be introducing you to Jayme Kogel, one of the founders of Speedmo, a local organization passionate about bringing the community of flying athletes together. They host races, gear demos, film viewings, festivals, and track records. A large part of their vision is sustainable recreation in the Central Wasatch. Jayme and I will be discussing flying, sustainability, and collaborative efforts. Speedmo's Website: https://www.speedmo.org/

Central Wasatch National Conservation and Recreation Area Act (CWNCRA) - Reading the Legislation Oct 22, 2024

Today we have the CWC’s Executive Director Lindsey Nielsen and Director of Operations Sam Kilpack back on the In the Wasatch Podcast! One of the primary components of the CWC’s mission is establishing its federal bill for the Central Wasatch: the Central Wasatch National Conservation and Recreational Area Act, also known as the CWNCRA. This will be the first episode in the In the Wasatch “CWNCRA” series, and we will be reading verbatim the October 27th, 2020 version of the CWNCRA, which is the most recent version of the legislation. This episode is specifically for auditory learners, who would prefer to hear the legislation than to read it – and in subsequent series episodes, we will provide a section by section explanation of what the legislation means, in practical terms and another episode to answer “Frequently asked questions.” Website Page: ⁠https://cwc.utah.gov/legislation-and-federal-designation/ ⁠

Wildlife in the Wasatch with Shauna Hart and Scott Root Sep 24, 2024

Wildlife are spread all across the Wasatch. Shauna Hart is a local wildlife photographer who spends her time capturing the beauty of animals in the Central Wasatch. Scott Root is the Conservation Outreach manager for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.In this episode, we will talk to Shauna and Scott about wildlife and photography in the Central Wasatch Mountains.

Shauna Harts info:

Instagram - @byhartphotography

Facebook - Shauna L Hart

Website - byhartphotography.com

Utah Wildlife Federation website: www.utahwildlifefederation.org

Save People Save Wildlife website: www.savepeoplesavewildlife.org

Dani Poirier and Tom Diegel: Backcountry Recreation in the Central Wasatch Sep 11, 2024

Dani Poirier and Tom Diegel are involved in both the CWC and Wasatch Backcountry Alliance, a local nonprofit organization whose mission is to protect and advocate for backcountry terrain and access, while educating and informing the community. Dani Poirier is on the CWC’s Youth Council as Chair of the Environmental Dashboard Education Committee and also serves as the Director of WBA. Tom Diegel is the Co-Chair of the CWC’s Stakeholders Council and one of the founders of WBA. We will be talking to Dani and Tom in this episode about backcountry recreation in the Central Wasatch Mountains. CWC Website: cwc.utah.gov Social Media: @centralwasatchcommission WBA Website: https://wasatchbackcountryalliance.org/ Social Media: @wasatchbackcountryalliance

Ryan McCann: Adaptive Sports in the Central Wasatch Aug 13, 2024

Ryan McCann is currently on the CWC’s Youth Council and works for Wasatch Adaptive Sports, a nonprofit organization that was established in 1977 to provide affordable recreational and educational opportunities for children, adults and veterans to share with their support network or family. Their mission is to empower people with disabilities to realize their potential through outdoor recreation. We will be talking to Ryan in this episode of In the Wasatch about adaptive sports in the Central Wasatch Mountains. CWC Website: cwc.utah.gov Social Media: @centralwasatchcommission WAS Website: https://wasatchadaptivesports.org/ Social Media: @wasatchadaptivesports

Central Wasatch Commission 101 Jul 30, 2024

The Central Wasatch Commission (CWC) is an intergovernmental entity dedicated to protecting the Central Wasatch Mountains by focusing on transportation, recreation, conservation, and the economy. This episode kicks off the ‘In the Wasatch’ podcast with an introduction to who is involved in the CWC, and the values and mission of the organization. CWC Website: cwc.utah.gov Social Media: @centralwasatchcommission

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