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When to Let Nature Take Its Course: A Wildlife Encounter








Welcome to episode 26 of the Hike Files podcast, hosted by Kurt Zitzelman. This episode discusses a recent personal encounter with a limping deer and then moves onto the broader topic of when and why people should refrain from interfering with wildlife. Kurt reflects on past experiences, both recent and from his youth, to illustrate the importance of letting nature heal itself and the potential consequences of human intervention. The episode concludes by inviting listeners to share their own stories of wildlife encounters.








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00:00 Introduction to Episode 26



01:15 Encounter with a Limping Deer



05:50 Reflecting on Past Experiences



08:52 Raising a Deer Named Bucky



12:05 Lessons Learned from Wildlife Interactions



14:34 Conclusion and Listener Engagement













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