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Brenden McFarland is an avid environmentalist with a background in botany, mycology, wilderness skills, public policy and environmental protection. He enjoys sharing his knowledge and educates with a sense of humor and a low-key style. He enjoys tending the heirloom apples trees in the orchard at home with his family.