Biden to Designate Chuckwalla and Sattitla National Monuments in CaliforniaBiden announces two national monuments in California to protect over 848,000 acres from energy development and drilling, highlighting environmental conservation.
The Senate just made it easier for public land to be soldThe GOP Senate approved Trump's budget but rejected an amendment preventing the privatization of public lands.
We will not be intimidated - High Country NewsThe Mountain Fire serves as a stark reminder of the climate crisis and the risks facing vulnerable communities.
Trump gave Interior nominee one directive for a half-billion acres of US land: Drill.'Doug Burgum's nomination emphasizes increased drilling on federal lands, likely reigniting environmental disputes and court battles from Trump’s first term.
Trump's War on Public Lands Moves to its Second PhaseThe Trump administration's layoffs are significantly impacting public land management agencies and could shift control to corporate interests.
2024's biggest conservation wins for the West - High Country NewsConservation efforts in 2024 yielded notable successes in protecting biodiversity against climate change and human development.
Biden to Designate Chuckwalla and Sattitla National Monuments in CaliforniaBiden announces two national monuments in California to protect over 848,000 acres from energy development and drilling, highlighting environmental conservation.
The Senate just made it easier for public land to be soldThe GOP Senate approved Trump's budget but rejected an amendment preventing the privatization of public lands.
We will not be intimidated - High Country NewsThe Mountain Fire serves as a stark reminder of the climate crisis and the risks facing vulnerable communities.
Trump gave Interior nominee one directive for a half-billion acres of US land: Drill.'Doug Burgum's nomination emphasizes increased drilling on federal lands, likely reigniting environmental disputes and court battles from Trump’s first term.
Trump's War on Public Lands Moves to its Second PhaseThe Trump administration's layoffs are significantly impacting public land management agencies and could shift control to corporate interests.
2024's biggest conservation wins for the West - High Country NewsConservation efforts in 2024 yielded notable successes in protecting biodiversity against climate change and human development.
Thousands rally across CA in wake of Trump administration's cuts to National Park ServiceProtests at national parks highlight grassroots efforts to protect public lands and civil servants amid potential federal layoffs.
How Trump Cuts Could Change Your Summer Hiking TripLayoffs in public land management agencies raise concerns about summer visitor experiences amid ongoing staffing shortages and a ruling requiring rehiring.
Fired Park Rangers Try to Open Some Hearts' on Social MediaDismantling of federal park workforce raises fears for public lands under Trump administration.
Hundreds Gather at National Parks Across U.S. to Protest Job CutsProtests across national parks were held in response to recent job cuts in the National Park Service.Resistance Rangers organized demonstrations to address threats to public lands and employee firings.
New wave of protests to hit at least 93 national parks amid budget turmoilProtests erupt in over 93 national parks against staffing cuts and funding freezes by National Park Service.
Pitch in on National Public Lands Day, September 28thNational Public Lands Day promotes community volunteering to enhance and preserve U.S. public lands, featuring numerous events and educational opportunities.
Thousands rally across CA in wake of Trump administration's cuts to National Park ServiceProtests at national parks highlight grassroots efforts to protect public lands and civil servants amid potential federal layoffs.
How Trump Cuts Could Change Your Summer Hiking TripLayoffs in public land management agencies raise concerns about summer visitor experiences amid ongoing staffing shortages and a ruling requiring rehiring.
Fired Park Rangers Try to Open Some Hearts' on Social MediaDismantling of federal park workforce raises fears for public lands under Trump administration.
Hundreds Gather at National Parks Across U.S. to Protest Job CutsProtests across national parks were held in response to recent job cuts in the National Park Service.Resistance Rangers organized demonstrations to address threats to public lands and employee firings.
New wave of protests to hit at least 93 national parks amid budget turmoilProtests erupt in over 93 national parks against staffing cuts and funding freezes by National Park Service.
Pitch in on National Public Lands Day, September 28thNational Public Lands Day promotes community volunteering to enhance and preserve U.S. public lands, featuring numerous events and educational opportunities.
Interior Secretary Burgum eyes national monuments for energy resourcesThe Secretary of the Interior is reviewing national monuments, raising concerns about potential reductions in environmental protections in favor of increased energy production.
Poll finds majority of Westerners support climate action and conservation - High Country NewsWesterners prioritize public land conservation over oil and gas development, reflecting a strong bipartisan consensus.
AI on public lands and Biden's environmental legacy - High Country NewsBiden's administration has exhibited contradictory energy and conservation policies regarding land use in the West.
How the Interior Department balances conservation, development, and trust with tribesThe Department of the Interior balances resource management with conservation across a vast range of federal lands.
Land grab or land rights? Utah eyes millions of acres of public terrain.Control of public lands in the West is contentious, with fears it could be jeopardized under a potential Trump administration.
Here's what President Trump can (and can't) do to Calif.'s protected landsPresident Biden's designation of two new national monuments underscores the ongoing struggle over federal land protections in the U.S.
Interior Secretary Burgum eyes national monuments for energy resourcesThe Secretary of the Interior is reviewing national monuments, raising concerns about potential reductions in environmental protections in favor of increased energy production.
Poll finds majority of Westerners support climate action and conservation - High Country NewsWesterners prioritize public land conservation over oil and gas development, reflecting a strong bipartisan consensus.
AI on public lands and Biden's environmental legacy - High Country NewsBiden's administration has exhibited contradictory energy and conservation policies regarding land use in the West.
How the Interior Department balances conservation, development, and trust with tribesThe Department of the Interior balances resource management with conservation across a vast range of federal lands.
Land grab or land rights? Utah eyes millions of acres of public terrain.Control of public lands in the West is contentious, with fears it could be jeopardized under a potential Trump administration.
Here's what President Trump can (and can't) do to Calif.'s protected landsPresident Biden's designation of two new national monuments underscores the ongoing struggle over federal land protections in the U.S.
Biden to Designate Chuckwalla and Sattitla National Monuments in CaliforniaBiden announces two national monuments in California, protecting over 848,000 acres from energy development, marking a significant environmental policy achievement.
How Federal Layoffs Threaten Trail Races and Public LandsIconic trail races on public lands face threats due to federal layoffs; advocacy is crucial to maintain access.
Ed Markey takes aim at Trump's Interior Department pickSen. Markey strongly opposed Trump's nomination of Doug Burgum for the Interior Department due to his ties to Big Oil.
Biden to Designate Chuckwalla and Sattitla National Monuments in CaliforniaBiden announces two national monuments in California, protecting over 848,000 acres from energy development, marking a significant environmental policy achievement.
How Federal Layoffs Threaten Trail Races and Public LandsIconic trail races on public lands face threats due to federal layoffs; advocacy is crucial to maintain access.
Ed Markey takes aim at Trump's Interior Department pickSen. Markey strongly opposed Trump's nomination of Doug Burgum for the Interior Department due to his ties to Big Oil.
Trump's Cuts Could Make Parks and Forests More Dangerous, Employees SayRecent layoffs in public land agencies risk significant degradation of vital services and conservation efforts.
Our imperiled public lands - High Country NewsThe article reflects on the emotional impact of witnessing California condors while expressing concerns over political changes threatening environmental protections.
Raul Grijalva: A patriot for public lands - High Country NewsRep. Raúl Grijalva emphasized the importance of protecting lives and public lands during his time in Congress.
Interior secretary nominee Burgum to back expanded oil and gas drilling on public lands liveDoug Burgum advocates for expanded oil and gas drilling on public lands, reversing Joe Biden's climate restrictions.
Trump's Cuts Could Make Parks and Forests More Dangerous, Employees SayRecent layoffs in public land agencies risk significant degradation of vital services and conservation efforts.
Our imperiled public lands - High Country NewsThe article reflects on the emotional impact of witnessing California condors while expressing concerns over political changes threatening environmental protections.
Raul Grijalva: A patriot for public lands - High Country NewsRep. Raúl Grijalva emphasized the importance of protecting lives and public lands during his time in Congress.
Interior secretary nominee Burgum to back expanded oil and gas drilling on public lands liveDoug Burgum advocates for expanded oil and gas drilling on public lands, reversing Joe Biden's climate restrictions.
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Contributor: Elon Musk's layoffs would undermine wildfire protection. It's part of a bigger planThe U.S. Forest Service has fired approximately 10% of its workforce, impacting fire safety and public land services.The firings are under investigation for legality and pose risks to rural communities.
Trump slashed the Forest Service and put a timber exec in charge. It could lead to a corporate takeover of public landsThe U.S. Forest Service faces significant challenges after mass layoffs, with concerns about management and environmental protections.
The Forest Service is cutting its seasonal workforce and public lands will suffer - High Country NewsThe U.S. Forest Service relies heavily on seasonal workers, whose absence due to budget cuts jeopardizes crucial maintenance and environmental conservation efforts.
Contributor: Elon Musk's layoffs would undermine wildfire protection. It's part of a bigger planThe U.S. Forest Service has fired approximately 10% of its workforce, impacting fire safety and public land services.The firings are under investigation for legality and pose risks to rural communities.
Trump slashed the Forest Service and put a timber exec in charge. It could lead to a corporate takeover of public landsThe U.S. Forest Service faces significant challenges after mass layoffs, with concerns about management and environmental protections.
The Forest Service is cutting its seasonal workforce and public lands will suffer - High Country NewsThe U.S. Forest Service relies heavily on seasonal workers, whose absence due to budget cuts jeopardizes crucial maintenance and environmental conservation efforts.
Protection Of California's Public Lands Threatened By Federal Policies | KQEDCalifornia can set its own agenda in many areas, but federal land ownership limits this capacity.Policy chaos at the federal level impacts management and oversight of California's public lands.
Federal layoffs hit the deep-red, rural US west: Our public lands are under threat'Cuts to federal workers in Wyoming are impacting local communities despite support for Trump 2024.
Patagonia has a playbook for fighting Trump. Here's what other companies can learnPatagonia actively campaigns against government policies harmful to public lands and has renewed its activism with the return of the Trump administration.
National park layoffs assailed by off-duty rangers and community members in SoCal protestsProtests in Southern California highlight fears over public lands and government cuts under the Trump administration.
Patagonia CEO: Trump Shouldn't Sell our Public LandsPublic lands are a critical part of American heritage and need to be protected from governmental threats.Collective action from the public is essential in defending environmental and Indigenous rights regarding public lands.
Trump downsized national monuments. Biden restored them. Project 2025 calls for reductions againThe future of U.S. public lands and national monuments could depend on the outcomes of upcoming elections and judicial reviews.
Trump Nominates Oil and Gas Advocate to Run Bureau of Land ManagementKathleen Sgamma's nomination signals a strong push for energy dominance and reduced regulation in the public land management under Trump's administration.
Trump names oil and gas advocate to lead agency that manages federal landsTrump nominates Kathleen Sgamma, a fossil fuel advocate, to oversee public lands, indicating a shift toward expanding U.S. oil and gas production.
Patagonia has a playbook for fighting Trump. Here's what other companies can learnPatagonia actively campaigns against government policies harmful to public lands and has renewed its activism with the return of the Trump administration.
National park layoffs assailed by off-duty rangers and community members in SoCal protestsProtests in Southern California highlight fears over public lands and government cuts under the Trump administration.
Patagonia CEO: Trump Shouldn't Sell our Public LandsPublic lands are a critical part of American heritage and need to be protected from governmental threats.Collective action from the public is essential in defending environmental and Indigenous rights regarding public lands.
Trump downsized national monuments. Biden restored them. Project 2025 calls for reductions againThe future of U.S. public lands and national monuments could depend on the outcomes of upcoming elections and judicial reviews.
Trump Nominates Oil and Gas Advocate to Run Bureau of Land ManagementKathleen Sgamma's nomination signals a strong push for energy dominance and reduced regulation in the public land management under Trump's administration.
Trump names oil and gas advocate to lead agency that manages federal landsTrump nominates Kathleen Sgamma, a fossil fuel advocate, to oversee public lands, indicating a shift toward expanding U.S. oil and gas production.
Protesters gather at Rocky Mountain National Park as part of nationwide Protect Your Parks ProtestProtesters unite against significant layoffs in National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service, advocating for public lands and community health.
Park rangers battle Australians seeking rare earth minerals in old Mojave gold mineThe Colosseum Mine highlights the tension between mining for rare earth minerals and environmental protection.
2024 set the stage for clean energy on public lands - High Country NewsBiden's administration has made significant advancements in clean energy on public lands, but the future remains uncertain with the potential change in leadership.
Major Win for Outdoor Recreation as EXPLORE Act Passes U.S. SenateThe Senate passed the EXPLORE Act to enhance outdoor recreation and promote funding for parks and trails.
Defund the... Trails?Funding for trail maintenance on public lands is decreasing despite a significant increase in outdoor recreation visits, leading to various maintenance issues and challenges for volunteer groups.
Major Win for Outdoor Recreation as EXPLORE Act Passes U.S. SenateThe Senate passed the EXPLORE Act to enhance outdoor recreation and promote funding for parks and trails.
Defund the... Trails?Funding for trail maintenance on public lands is decreasing despite a significant increase in outdoor recreation visits, leading to various maintenance issues and challenges for volunteer groups.
New wilderness proposal could put rock climbers at risk, senators' letter saysU.S. senators support climbers against proposed federal regulations that threaten climbing safety and access to iconic routes.
How Colorado Cowboys and Conservationists Joined Forces to Stop DrillingAn unlikely alliance secured a 20-year pause on oil and gas development in Colorado's Thompson Divide, highlighting innovative conservation strategies.
Opinion | Forget the Yacht. The Best Travel Is on Foot, Through Wilderness.Wilderness serves as a spiritual realm, teaching humility and offering a refuge for reflection and connection to nature.
Why Utah is suing the U.S. for control of public land - High Country NewsUtah's lawsuit challenges federal control over public lands, arguing for better management and accessibility amid increasing federal restrictions.
Federal grazing lands fail their checkup - High Country NewsThe BLM is failing to protect America's public lands due to issues with livestock grazing and a culture of complacency within the agency.