E11 Lynn Scarlett – From Turtles to Albatross: A Life in Conservation and Public Service
Update: 2025-09-11
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This week on NaturallyScott, Scott Harris is joined by Lynn Scarlett—former Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Interior, lifelong conservationist, and a woman with stories as wild as the places she’s worked.
In this episode, Lynn shares:
- What it’s like to lie in the sand at night collecting eggs from a leatherback turtle
- The awe of standing on Midway Island, surrounded by hundreds of thousands of albatross
- A surreal moment sitting on an alligator’s head
- Reflections on being eighth in line to the U.S. presidency
- Her leadership role in shaping America’s nearly 600 National Wildlife Refuges
From sea turtles to national parks, Lynn’s journey blends field science, public service, and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
👉 Stay tuned at the end for Field Notes, featuring America’s National Wildlife Refuges.
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