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The Forest Service Wants to Hear from You About its Staffing and Reorganization Plan

Before August 26, the USDA is accepting public input on its staffing plan, in the wake of massive layoffs over the spring and summer.

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Why Changes to NEPA Could Hurt Access to Public Lands

Sweeping changes to NEPA will limit your ability to weigh in on projects that affect trails, rivers, forests, and the places you love to recreate.

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Turning Vision into Action with “Make America Beautiful Again” Executive Order

A new executive order highlights the value of protecting public lands and waters and promises to continue the country’s long history of land conservation. Will administrative action follow?

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ACTION ALERTS

 

Ask Lawmakers to Reverse Staffing Cuts at Parks & Public Lands

Massive staffing cuts at the Forest Service, National Parks, and other land management agencies are threatening outdoor recreation. From forest closures to canceled trail work, the effects of these cuts are already showing.

 
 
 

Protect Backcountry Recreation with the Roadless Rule

The administration has announced is intent to rescind the Roadless Rule. This would be devastating for backcountry recreation, public lands, as well as clean air and water, and climate resilience.

 
 
 

Thank Lawmakers for Not Selling off Public Lands

Thanks to outdoor advocates like you, the Senate and House removed public land sales from the final budget reconciliation bill. That's a huge win—and it's thanks to you! Take a minute to follow up with your elected officials.