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Back to EpisodesPublic Lands Advocacy: How You Can Help Protect America's Natural Heritage
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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 projects
Until next time, we'll see you out on the trail.