Published Apr 6, 2023

821: John Nores | Reclaiming America's Wildlands from the Drug Cartels

Retired special operations game warden Lt. John Nores reveals the critical fight against cartel-run illegal cannabis grows in California, detailing severe environmental damage, high-risk law enforcement, and the significant impact on local communities and legal cannabis operations.

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821: John Nores | Reclaiming America's Wildlands from the Drug Cartels

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Chasing Drug Kingpins

Clever Tactics

Illegal Grows, Criminal Backgrounds

Uncovering Illegal Grow Sites

Taking Down Cartels

The Cannabis Crisis

The Cannabis Industry Crisis

Cartel Crimes

Cleaning Up Cartel Grow Sites

The Hidden War

Wilderness Operations

The Hidden War

Career Support

Cartel Threats

The Cartel Threat

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Legal and Regulatory Issues

Game Warden Challenges

Community and Personal Impacts

Cannabis Cartel Operations

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821: John Nores | Reclaiming America's Wildlands from the Drug Cartels

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Legal and Regulatory IssuesLt. John Nores, a retired special operations game warden, discusses the ongoing battle against illegal cannabis grows operated by drug cartels in California. He highlights the environmental damage, legal challenges, and the high-risk nature of law enforcement efforts.

Legal and Regulatory Issues

Game Warden ChallengesJohn Nores discusses the extreme dangers game wardens face from armed criminals and cartels in remote areas. He shares tactical approaches and the environmental devastation caused by illegal grow sites.

Game Warden Challenges

Community and Personal ImpactsLt. John Nores discusses the severe impact of illegal cannabis grows on local communities, highlighting safety concerns and resource theft. He shares personal stories from game wardens and residents affected by cartel operations.

Community and Personal Impacts

Cannabis Cartel OperationsLt. John Nores sheds light on the alarming presence of cartel-run cannabis grow sites in California. He discusses the environmental damage, safety hazards, and challenges faced by the legal cannabis industry due to these illegal operations.

Cannabis Cartel Operations

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