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Biden to Designate Chuckwalla and Sattitla National Monuments in California

Biden announces two national monuments in California, protecting over 848,000 acres from energy development, marking a significant environmental policy achievement.

Biden to Designate Chuckwalla and Sattitla National Monuments in California

Biden announces two national monuments in California to protect over 848,000 acres from energy development and drilling, highlighting environmental conservation.

Trump downsized national monuments. Biden restored them. Project 2025 calls for reductions again

The future of U.S. public lands and national monuments could depend on the outcomes of upcoming elections and judicial reviews.

Biden to Designate Chuckwalla and Sattitla National Monuments in California

Biden announces two national monuments in California, protecting over 848,000 acres from energy development, marking a significant environmental policy achievement.

Biden to Designate Chuckwalla and Sattitla National Monuments in California

Biden announces two national monuments in California to protect over 848,000 acres from energy development and drilling, highlighting environmental conservation.

Trump downsized national monuments. Biden restored them. Project 2025 calls for reductions again

The future of U.S. public lands and national monuments could depend on the outcomes of upcoming elections and judicial reviews.
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#politics

Ed Markey takes aim at Trump's Interior Department pick

Sen. Markey strongly opposed Trump's nomination of Doug Burgum for the Interior Department due to his ties to Big Oil.

Can we find common ground? - High Country News

Readers express anxiety about political changes and their potential implications on public lands and wildlife.
There is a strong request for HCN to focus on environmental issues and the effects of policies on ecosystems.

Ed Markey takes aim at Trump's Interior Department pick

Sen. Markey strongly opposed Trump's nomination of Doug Burgum for the Interior Department due to his ties to Big Oil.

Can we find common ground? - High Country News

Readers express anxiety about political changes and their potential implications on public lands and wildlife.
There is a strong request for HCN to focus on environmental issues and the effects of policies on ecosystems.
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#wildlife-conservation

Our imperiled public lands - High Country News

The article reflects on the emotional impact of witnessing California condors while expressing concerns over political changes threatening environmental protections.

2024's biggest conservation wins for the West - High Country News

Conservation efforts in 2024 yielded notable successes in protecting biodiversity against climate change and human development.

Our imperiled public lands - High Country News

The article reflects on the emotional impact of witnessing California condors while expressing concerns over political changes threatening environmental protections.

2024's biggest conservation wins for the West - High Country News

Conservation efforts in 2024 yielded notable successes in protecting biodiversity against climate change and human development.
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2024 set the stage for clean energy on public lands - High Country News

Biden's administration has made significant advancements in clean energy on public lands, but the future remains uncertain with the potential change in leadership.
#outdoor-recreation

Major Win for Outdoor Recreation as EXPLORE Act Passes U.S. Senate

The 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. Senate

The 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.
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#environmental-policy

We will not be intimidated - High Country News

The 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.

We will not be intimidated - High Country News

The 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.
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#environmental-conservation

The Forest Service is cutting its seasonal workforce and public lands will suffer - High Country News

The U.S. Forest Service relies heavily on seasonal workers, whose absence due to budget cuts jeopardizes crucial maintenance and environmental conservation efforts.

How Colorado Cowboys and Conservationists Joined Forces to Stop Drilling

An unlikely alliance secured a 20-year pause on oil and gas development in Colorado's Thompson Divide, highlighting innovative conservation strategies.

Pitch in on National Public Lands Day, September 28th

National Public Lands Day promotes community volunteering to enhance and preserve U.S. public lands, featuring numerous events and educational opportunities.

The Forest Service is cutting its seasonal workforce and public lands will suffer - High Country News

The U.S. Forest Service relies heavily on seasonal workers, whose absence due to budget cuts jeopardizes crucial maintenance and environmental conservation efforts.

How Colorado Cowboys and Conservationists Joined Forces to Stop Drilling

An unlikely alliance secured a 20-year pause on oil and gas development in Colorado's Thompson Divide, highlighting innovative conservation strategies.

Pitch in on National Public Lands Day, September 28th

National Public Lands Day promotes community volunteering to enhance and preserve U.S. public lands, featuring numerous events and educational opportunities.
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New wilderness proposal could put rock climbers at risk, senators' letter says

U.S. senators support climbers against proposed federal regulations that threaten climbing safety and access to iconic routes.

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.

Utah wants your public land - for more roads - High Country News

Utah's political leaders prioritize road construction over ecological preservation, leading to legal actions against federal land protections.

Why Utah is suing the U.S. for control of public land - High Country News

Utah'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 News

The BLM is failing to protect America's public lands due to issues with livestock grazing and a culture of complacency within the agency.
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