Posts Tagged ‘public lands’
Protected Paths: Trails Through Public Lands
This series features lesser-known trails in Appalachia’s public lands. They show the beauty and significance of hiking on public lands.
Read MoreThe Long Trail Back: Public Lands Recovery After Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene devastated many of Appalachia’s most beloved natural areas. Thanks to federal, state and local partners and volunteers, many of these outdoor spaces have reopened. But full recovery is far from over. Current and looming federal budget cuts and policy changes have made already challenging land restoration work even more arduous.
Read MoreMost Sweeping Public Lands Bill in Decades Becomes Law
New public lands legislation designates 1.3 million acres of new wilderness, reauthorizes the Land and Water Conservation Fund, and more.
Read MoreCommunity resists proposed strip mine in Ohio State Forest
The grassroots group Friends of Perry State Forest formed to fight a proposed 550-acre strip mine in Southeast Ohio’s Perry State Forest. A key public meeting is set for Feb. 26.
Read MoreStewarding Our National Forests
National forests belong to all of us, so we all have an opportunity to shape their direction.
Read MoreSafeguarding our shared natural heritage
Our executive director shares his thoughts on protecting our shared lands and waters in the face of powerful industry.
Read MoreHidden Treasures #6: Maryland
Poplar Lick Trail Savage River State Forest (301) 895-5759 At over 54,000 acres, Grantsville’s Savage River State Forest is the largest state forest in Maryland and an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise with designated areas for hiking, camping, fishing, hunting and off-road vehicles. The Poplar Lick Trail is a moderate 6-mile path on the remains of a…
Read MoreBy the Numbers: New Public Lands
In late 2017 and early 2018, these parks gained new territory thanks to land trust organizations and other donors.
Read MoreKeeping West Virginia Wild
Lovers of outdoor recreation and stunning scenery can now permanently enjoy expanded public access to the popular Gauley River. The 665 acres in Gauley River National Recreation Area acquired by West Virginia Land Trust this spring includes a gorge once intended for development. According to Brent Bailey, executive director of the land trust, “The importance…
Read MoreSaving Our Natural Heritage
The American spirit is tied to the land, to “purple mountain majesties” and the pioneer’s self-reliance. Our relationship with the natural world has always been a balancing act between the drives of conquest and extraction and an instinctual dependence, curiosity and respect. When we fail to guard our public lands against those who would tilt…
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