Join us on this episode of The Broadside Podcast as we sit down with Margen Carlson, the new Conservation Director for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Margen dives into her role in shaping conservation policies, balancing human population growth with natural habitat preservation, and the crucial task of building trust with landowners. We also explore the challenges of balancing diverse perspectives in conservation efforts, discuss a significant $47 million funding package for biodiversity protection, and unveil the updated State Wildlife Action Plan.