Five Things You Need to Know
About the Public Land Heist
Tania Lown-Hecht, Communications and Public Engagement Manager, Outdoor Alliance
Across the country, a battle is
looming over the sale of a huge
swath of America’s public lands—
putting millions of acres (and
the recreation opportunities they
offer) under siege.
America’s mountains, forests, and
rivers belong to everyone.
Public lands belong to all Americans. They are home to stunning
climbing, paddling, hiking,
skiing, biking, and camping that
everyone can access. Together,
Americans care for these special places, protecting them so
that everyone can enjoy them,
including the next generation.
Some politicians would like to
sell off public lands to generate
profit for individual states or
private entities.
Right now, a handful of politicians backed by certain private
inter \