Public Lands Advocacy: How You Can Help Protect America's Natural Heritage

Let us know what's on your mind?Note: Audio Only, please see video for visual treats on my Youtube Channel...Our public lands face serious threats from staffing cuts across National Park Service, Forest Service, and BLM as a former ranger explains actionable steps we can take to help preserve these treasured spaces regardless of political stance.• Contact congressional representatives through congress.gov to express concern about public lands protection• Support non-profit partners like National Forest Foundation and National Park Foundation through donations or volunteering• Practice Leave No Trace principles including proper waste disposal, respecting wildlife, and minimizing impact• Purchase annual passes like America the Beautiful ($80) that provide access while supporting land management agencies• Consider supporting specialized organizations like International Dark-Sky Association or regional wilderness advocacy groups• Volunteer directly with land management agencies to contribute time and effort to conservation projectsUntil next time, we'll see you out on the trail.Support the show