Throughout most of the year, I work in one of the best offices available: Idaho’s great outdoors. As a rancher based near Soda Springs, I get to see Idaho’s natural resources firsthand. From the rich volcanic soil that produces our world-famous potatoes to the life-sustaining mines that provide critical nutrients, we’re blessed in Idaho. This blessing comes with a responsibility to protect our state and these valuable assets.

Call it the result of 35 years of working in television. Call it artistic inspiration. Or call it a character defect.

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