Press Release: The new administration has implemented thousands of staffing cuts across land management agencies

Over the last week, at the direction of the new administration, the Forest Service, BLM, and National Park Service have laid off over 5,000 people.

NewsNicole BrownFebruary 20, 2025appropriations, National Forests, National Park Service, Press Release

Cutting Public Lands Workforce Will Have Consequences for Outdoor Recreation

Following years of decline in staffing, the new administration is implementing immediate staffing cuts, which will hurt outdoor recreation access and experiences.

News, Action AlertTania Lown-HechtFebruary 14, 2025agency layoffs, public land Comments

Public Lands Face New State Takeover Attempts

Utah’s lawsuit to dispose of public lands and Wyoming’s recent state resolution to claim all public lands won’t be the last attempts to take over public lands.

News, Action AlertTania Lown-HechtFebruary 6, 2025public land heist Comments

How Early Administrative Actions Could Affect Outdoor Recreation

Among our top concerns are the current government-wide hiring freeze, an action that is already having an effect on land management agencies.

Outdoor AllianceJanuary 30, 2025Comment

Trip Report: Climb Smart at Joshua Tree National Park

Alongside Outdoor Alliance member org, Access Fund, we joined Climb Smart to celebrate their 29th year with an event in Joshua Tree, featuring stewardship, education, and advocacy.

NewsNicole BrownJanuary 28, 2025California, National Monuments, Climbing, EXPLOREComment