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Episode 17: Not All Heroes Wear Capes

Episode 17: Not All Heroes Wear Capes

Update: 2021-02-06
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Episode 17: Not All Heroes Wear Capes –
A conversation with Eamon McArthur and Hillary Desmarais of the BC Conservation Officer Service
Guests: Acting Sgt Eamon McArthur and Field Officer Hillary Desmarais
Hosts: Steve Hamilton, Don Willimont
Producer: Matt Wakeham
The road to becoming a Conservation Officer. A typical day on patrol in northern BC. Enforcement, nuisance animals, spot checks and other interactions.
A few reminders on the things that are required while you are afield or on the water, the importance of having your Drivers license, PAL, permits and licenses on your person.
Common violations and things that are preventable with the application of judgement. What is the legal definition of a loaded firearm? Knowing and confirming your target before pulling the trigger.
CO’s and bears some recommendations on bear proofing your property. Transporting game and the legal requirements to take “all edible portions”.
Littering and the reality of enforcement action to convict people of illegal dumping.
Misconceptions about Conservation Officers, worst and best part of being a CO as a career.
The RAPP Line 1-877-952-7277
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Episode 17: Not All Heroes Wear Capes

Episode 17: Not All Heroes Wear Capes

Keaton Giroux-Willimont