News

The effects of massive layoffs will become increasingly visible, Congress might pass funding for public land maintenance, sell off threats are far from over, and other predictions for what 2026 will bring.

Today, House lawmakers passed the Fiscal Year 2026 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies appropriations bill–now it’s up to the Senate to support funding for public lands and waters.

A proposed rollback of Clean Water Act protections would leave more streams and wetlands vulnerable to pollution—putting outdoor recreation, public health, and local economies downstream at risk.

The Senate is considering an amendment that could open the door to dispose of National Parks and other public lands. Outdoor Alliance is speaking out to keep public lands public.

While some permitting reform is important to address climate change, the SPEED Act goes too far in undercutting NEPA.

Outdoor Alliance California gathered with Surfrider Foundation, Hispanic Access Foundation, Trout Unlimited, CalWild, Patagonia, the California Natural Resources Agency, Pacific Crest Trail Association, California Outdoor Recreation Partnership, Latino Outdoors, REI Co-op, and many others for an evening of outdoor advocacy with Congressman Huffman.

Outdoor Alliance’s CEO, Adam Cramer, testified in front of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee about the value of outdoor recreation and the importance of the land use planning process at the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).

After a year of record staffing losses and the longest shutdown in history, public lands need stable, full-year funding.

Over two days, Outdoor Alliance, our partners, and the Grasstops Collective had 77 meetings to advocate for protecting public lands and the people who care for them.

This summer’s 30x30 Summit in San Diego highlighted partnership in action with Outdoor Alliance California, Surfrider and other local stakeholders to explore the region’s rich biodiversity and coastal access.

The BLM is supposed to manage public lands for current and future generations, but the rescission of the Public Lands Rule would make it increasingly difficult for the BLM to manage for outdoor recreation experiences.

An interview with Angela Barranco, one of the newest members of Outdoor Alliance’s Board of Directors.

The government might shut down, but Outdoor Alliance doesn’t. Our team is taking advantage of a quieter Capitol to meet with dozens of lawmakers this week and keep public lands front of mind.

Policymakers are working to address wildfire, and the outdoor community can weigh in to support and improve wildfire management.

Although National Parks and public lands remain open, they are largely unstaffed. Here’s how a government shutdown affects public lands, and what you can do about it.

Lawmakers met at Grand Teton National Park to discuss the Great American Outdoors Act and reauthorization of the Legacy Restoration Fund.

Josh Jackson is a writer, photographer, guide, and leading voice for public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). Through the Forgotten Lands Project, Josh employs immersive storytelling to inspire appreciation and engagement for our least protected, and largely unknown landscapes.

Outdoor Alliance Washington and local partners recently enjoyed a scenic hike on the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest with Representative Rick Larsen, members of his staff, and local land managers.

Last month, American Whitewater, Outdoor Alliance California, and local partners convened local stakeholders, congressional staff, and federal land managers along the Tuolumne River for an advocacy meeting with Congressman Tom McClintock.

From defending the Roadless Rule to securing funding for our land management agencies, Outdoor Alliance is standing up for the places we love during Public Lands Month.