Tension as Catalyst - Land Stewardship and Development for a Better Rural West

Explore a thought-provoking panel discussion on the complex interplay between land stewardship and development in the rural American West. Delve into topics such as public lands management, fragmented landscapes, sovereign nations, and the evolving US economy. Examine the impact of non-labor income, connections to metropolitan areas, and the great divergence affecting rural communities. Gain insights from success stories and learn about innovative approaches to building value in rural areas. Listen to expert panelists, including representatives from the Kootenai Tribe, as they address critical questions and share local knowledge. Discover how facilitating collaboration and leveraging local expertise can lead to more sustainable land management practices in places like Grant County and on Kuni Tribe lands.

Introduction
Katherine Ferguson
Mark Agritea
Public Lands
Fragmented Lands
Sovereign Nations
US Economy
NonLabor Income
Connection to Metros
Great Divergence
Legacy of Timber
Value in Rural Communities
Building on Success Stories
Panel Start
Panel Introductions
Kootenai Tribe
Questions
Susan Jane Brown
Marc Webb
Audience Questions
Facilitation
Local Knowledge
Grant County Public Lands
Kuni Tribe