Outdoor Alliance
@outdooralliance.bsky.social
Outdoor Alliance is the only organization in the U.S. that unites the voices of outdoor enthusiasts to conserve public lands. We help ensure those lands are managed in a way that embraces the human-powered experience.
ACTION ALERT: The administration is proposing changes to the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) Rule, which would be devastating to clean air water, wildlife and habitat, and streams and rivers across the U.S.
Send a Comment Opposing Steep Federal Cuts to Water Quality
A new rule leaves 80% of wetlands and vast numbers of rivers unprotected by the Clean Water Act.
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January 2, 2026 at 7:42 PM
ACTION ALERT: The administration is proposing changes to the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) Rule, which would be devastating to clean air water, wildlife and habitat, and streams and rivers across the U.S.
In 2025, we worked together to keep public lands in public hands.
From layoffs at National Parks and other land management agencies, to proposals to sell off millions of acres of public lands, to the rollback of the Roadless Rule, there have been no shortage of threats to the places we love.
From layoffs at National Parks and other land management agencies, to proposals to sell off millions of acres of public lands, to the rollback of the Roadless Rule, there have been no shortage of threats to the places we love.
Be An Outdoor Ally 2025 | Outdoor Alliance
In 2025, you made a difference in protecting public lands. And in 2026, we will need your help again.
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December 30, 2025 at 7:08 PM
In 2025, we worked together to keep public lands in public hands.
From layoffs at National Parks and other land management agencies, to proposals to sell off millions of acres of public lands, to the rollback of the Roadless Rule, there have been no shortage of threats to the places we love.
From layoffs at National Parks and other land management agencies, to proposals to sell off millions of acres of public lands, to the rollback of the Roadless Rule, there have been no shortage of threats to the places we love.
This morning, lawmakers in the Senate voted to advance a number of bills that would protect America’s public lands and waters.
These protections include the Dolores River National Conservation Area and Special Management Area Act, and the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail Completion Act.
These protections include the Dolores River National Conservation Area and Special Management Area Act, and the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail Completion Act.
Speak Up Today For Public Land Protections
action.outdooralliance.org
December 17, 2025 at 10:04 PM
This morning, lawmakers in the Senate voted to advance a number of bills that would protect America’s public lands and waters.
These protections include the Dolores River National Conservation Area and Special Management Area Act, and the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail Completion Act.
These protections include the Dolores River National Conservation Area and Special Management Area Act, and the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail Completion Act.
This week, the House will vote on the SPEED Act, a bill that would fundamentally alter the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), a bedrock law that ensures federal decisions are informed by science, transparent to the public, and accountable when they go wrong.
Permitting Reform Should Happen But Must Protect Outdoor Recreation — Outdoor Alliance
While some permitting reform is important to address climate change, the SPEED Act goes too far in undercutting NEPA.
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December 16, 2025 at 4:21 PM
This week, the House will vote on the SPEED Act, a bill that would fundamentally alter the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), a bedrock law that ensures federal decisions are informed by science, transparent to the public, and accountable when they go wrong.
Over the last fifteen years, outdoor recreation visits have steadily increased on America’s public lands. Over the same time period, real funding for recreation has decreased at the National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, and the Forest Service.
Public Lands Can’t Weather Another Year Without Real Funding
Our public lands can’t run on short-term patches. Congress must pass a strong bipartisan funding bill to rebuild staffing + keep recreation safe and sustainable.
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December 12, 2025 at 8:38 PM
Over the last fifteen years, outdoor recreation visits have steadily increased on America’s public lands. Over the same time period, real funding for recreation has decreased at the National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, and the Forest Service.
Congressman @rephuffman.bsky.social has been a leading advocate for California’s public lands and waters both in Congress and in his role as Ranking Member of the House Natural Resources Committee.
Trip Report: California Outdoor Advocacy with Congressman Jared Huffman — Outdoor Alliance
Outdoor Alliance California gathered with Surfrider Foundation, Hispanic Access Foundation, Trout Unlimited, CalWild, Patagonia, the California Natural Resources Agency, Pacific Crest Trail Associatio...
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December 8, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Congressman @rephuffman.bsky.social has been a leading advocate for California’s public lands and waters both in Congress and in his role as Ranking Member of the House Natural Resources Committee.
Access Fund’s battle for Oak Flat has gone on for decades.
A proposed land sale would put cultural sites, rock climbing, and a fragile ecosystem at risk. Learn more about the fight for Oak Flat, and how you can support efforts by @accessfund.bsky.social to protect it.
A proposed land sale would put cultural sites, rock climbing, and a fragile ecosystem at risk. Learn more about the fight for Oak Flat, and how you can support efforts by @accessfund.bsky.social to protect it.
The Promised Land — Access Fund
The fight to save Oak Flat has spanned nearly three decades. Is the back and forth coming to an end?
www.accessfund.org
December 8, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Access Fund’s battle for Oak Flat has gone on for decades.
A proposed land sale would put cultural sites, rock climbing, and a fragile ecosystem at risk. Learn more about the fight for Oak Flat, and how you can support efforts by @accessfund.bsky.social to protect it.
A proposed land sale would put cultural sites, rock climbing, and a fragile ecosystem at risk. Learn more about the fight for Oak Flat, and how you can support efforts by @accessfund.bsky.social to protect it.
Outdoor Alliance is partnering with Astral Designs through Dec 8th!
Our VP of Communications and Strategy, Tania Lown-Hecht recently sat down with Astral to share how Outdoor Alliance has been leading the charge to protect public lands by harnessing the power of the outdoor recreation community.
Our VP of Communications and Strategy, Tania Lown-Hecht recently sat down with Astral to share how Outdoor Alliance has been leading the charge to protect public lands by harnessing the power of the outdoor recreation community.
Outdoor Alliance // Gift of Nature - Astral
Tania Lown-Hecht, Vice President of Communications and Strategy for Outdoor Alliance, talks about Outdoor Alliance, government policy, and advocacy.
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December 4, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Outdoor Alliance is partnering with Astral Designs through Dec 8th!
Our VP of Communications and Strategy, Tania Lown-Hecht recently sat down with Astral to share how Outdoor Alliance has been leading the charge to protect public lands by harnessing the power of the outdoor recreation community.
Our VP of Communications and Strategy, Tania Lown-Hecht recently sat down with Astral to share how Outdoor Alliance has been leading the charge to protect public lands by harnessing the power of the outdoor recreation community.
It’s Giving Tuesday! Double your support for the places you ride, hike, camp, ski, and climb.
Outdoor Alliance’s work protecting America’s public lands and waters has never been more important—and we’re gearing up for what’s on the horizon in 2026.
Outdoor Alliance’s work protecting America’s public lands and waters has never been more important—and we’re gearing up for what’s on the horizon in 2026.
Donate to Protect Public Lands & Waters
Support public lands and waters by donating to Outdoor Alliance this Giving Tuesday.
action.outdooralliance.org
December 2, 2025 at 3:10 PM
It’s Giving Tuesday! Double your support for the places you ride, hike, camp, ski, and climb.
Outdoor Alliance’s work protecting America’s public lands and waters has never been more important—and we’re gearing up for what’s on the horizon in 2026.
Outdoor Alliance’s work protecting America’s public lands and waters has never been more important—and we’re gearing up for what’s on the horizon in 2026.
Looking for a way to give back to public lands year-round?
There’s a number of ways you can do more to protect public lands, and one of those is to become a dues-paying member at one of the nine member organizations here at Outdoor Alliance!
There’s a number of ways you can do more to protect public lands, and one of those is to become a dues-paying member at one of the nine member organizations here at Outdoor Alliance!
Why You Should Join a Membership Organization — Outdoor Alliance
Are you part of a membership organization? If not, here are 3 reasons you should join one right now.
www.outdooralliance.org
December 1, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Looking for a way to give back to public lands year-round?
There’s a number of ways you can do more to protect public lands, and one of those is to become a dues-paying member at one of the nine member organizations here at Outdoor Alliance!
There’s a number of ways you can do more to protect public lands, and one of those is to become a dues-paying member at one of the nine member organizations here at Outdoor Alliance!
This dangerous new offshore drilling plan would open up vast stretches of U.S. coastlines, putting clean water, communities, and outdoor recreation at risk.
If you’ve never signed a Surfrider action before, NOW IS THE TIME!
If you’ve never signed a Surfrider action before, NOW IS THE TIME!
YOUR VOICE MATTERS. Speak out now against new offshore drilling before it’s too late! 🚨 If you’ve never signed a Surfrider action alert before, NOW IS THE TIME‼️ go.surfrider.org/stopnewoffsh...
November 25, 2025 at 5:30 PM
This dangerous new offshore drilling plan would open up vast stretches of U.S. coastlines, putting clean water, communities, and outdoor recreation at risk.
If you’ve never signed a Surfrider action before, NOW IS THE TIME!
If you’ve never signed a Surfrider action before, NOW IS THE TIME!
Outdoor Alliance’s CEO, Adam Cramer, testified in front of Congress this week on behalf of hikers, paddlers, mountain bikers, skiers, climbers, and the millions of Americans who enjoy outdoor recreation on our country's public lands and waters.
Outdoor Alliance Testifies to Congress on BLM Planning — Outdoor Alliance
Outdoor Alliance’s CEO, Adam Cramer, testified in front of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee about the value of outdoor recreation and the importance of the land use planning process a...
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November 21, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Outdoor Alliance’s CEO, Adam Cramer, testified in front of Congress this week on behalf of hikers, paddlers, mountain bikers, skiers, climbers, and the millions of Americans who enjoy outdoor recreation on our country's public lands and waters.
"We came to convey a message: public lands are for the people, and that includes Latino communities." - Jazzari Taylor, Latino Outdoors
Last month, Outdoor Alliance and partners from across the country met in Washington, D.C. for a fly-in that brought outdoor leaders face-to-face with lawmakers.
Last month, Outdoor Alliance and partners from across the country met in Washington, D.C. for a fly-in that brought outdoor leaders face-to-face with lawmakers.
Rooted in Hope: Our Voices for the Future of Public Lands and Our Communities – Latino Outdoors
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November 17, 2025 at 8:46 PM
"We came to convey a message: public lands are for the people, and that includes Latino communities." - Jazzari Taylor, Latino Outdoors
Last month, Outdoor Alliance and partners from across the country met in Washington, D.C. for a fly-in that brought outdoor leaders face-to-face with lawmakers.
Last month, Outdoor Alliance and partners from across the country met in Washington, D.C. for a fly-in that brought outdoor leaders face-to-face with lawmakers.
“Common Waters” from @rigtoflip.bsky.social exposes the growing conflict over river and stream access in Colorado.
Watch the film next week in Denver, Wednesday Nov 19 to understand the clash and fight for your right to access our rivers! Reserve your seat, spots are limited: bit.ly/43nTGcf
Watch the film next week in Denver, Wednesday Nov 19 to understand the clash and fight for your right to access our rivers! Reserve your seat, spots are limited: bit.ly/43nTGcf
November 12, 2025 at 4:47 PM
“Common Waters” from @rigtoflip.bsky.social exposes the growing conflict over river and stream access in Colorado.
Watch the film next week in Denver, Wednesday Nov 19 to understand the clash and fight for your right to access our rivers! Reserve your seat, spots are limited: bit.ly/43nTGcf
Watch the film next week in Denver, Wednesday Nov 19 to understand the clash and fight for your right to access our rivers! Reserve your seat, spots are limited: bit.ly/43nTGcf
Submit a comment today to defend the Public Lands Rule! Last year, the BLM finalized the rule to help balance conservation with development on 245 million acres of public lands.
Now, the administration wants to rescind that rule, opening the door to more drilling, mining, and logging.
Now, the administration wants to rescind that rule, opening the door to more drilling, mining, and logging.
Take Action to Support the BLM's Public Lands Rule
The Department of Interior wants to roll back the Bureau of Land Management’s Public Lands Rule—undermining efforts to manage 245 million acres of public lands for recreation, conservation, and future...
action.outdooralliance.org
November 10, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Submit a comment today to defend the Public Lands Rule! Last year, the BLM finalized the rule to help balance conservation with development on 245 million acres of public lands.
Now, the administration wants to rescind that rule, opening the door to more drilling, mining, and logging.
Now, the administration wants to rescind that rule, opening the door to more drilling, mining, and logging.
Public lands protected for generations to come? Hell yah.
Public lands sold to the highest bidder? Hell nah.
Submit your comment to defend the BLM’s Public Lands Rule, which would conserve and protect 245 million acres of your public lands and waters: bit.ly/4hNTPeZ
Public lands sold to the highest bidder? Hell nah.
Submit your comment to defend the BLM’s Public Lands Rule, which would conserve and protect 245 million acres of your public lands and waters: bit.ly/4hNTPeZ
November 7, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Public lands protected for generations to come? Hell yah.
Public lands sold to the highest bidder? Hell nah.
Submit your comment to defend the BLM’s Public Lands Rule, which would conserve and protect 245 million acres of your public lands and waters: bit.ly/4hNTPeZ
Public lands sold to the highest bidder? Hell nah.
Submit your comment to defend the BLM’s Public Lands Rule, which would conserve and protect 245 million acres of your public lands and waters: bit.ly/4hNTPeZ
Thank you @bennet.senate.gov office in DC for meeting with the outdoor recreation community about keeping public land agencies staffed and funded. We also discussed legislation to protect and expand access to Colorado's rivers.
November 5, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Thank you @bennet.senate.gov office in DC for meeting with the outdoor recreation community about keeping public land agencies staffed and funded. We also discussed legislation to protect and expand access to Colorado's rivers.
Last month, our team met with 77 offices in Washington D.C. to talk about the issues that matter most to the outdoor recreation community: keeping public lands public, defending agency staffing and resources, and securing long-term funding for the outdoors.
Trip Report: Outdoor Alliance Brings Advocates to D.C. to Stand Up for Public Lands and Waters — Outdoor Alliance
Over two days, Outdoor Alliance, our partners, and the Grasstops Collective had 77 meetings to advocate for protecting public lands and the people who care for them.
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November 5, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Last month, our team met with 77 offices in Washington D.C. to talk about the issues that matter most to the outdoor recreation community: keeping public lands public, defending agency staffing and resources, and securing long-term funding for the outdoors.
Lawmakers in the Senate have several bills that would protect millions of acres of public lands from coast to coast. These bills would protect both land and water, and expand access to outdoor recreation opportunities, but there's one opponent who stands in the way.
Long-sought public lands deal faces a big obstacle: Mike Lee
The Senate Energy and Natural Resources chair has railed against "bloated packages" in his committee.
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November 4, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Lawmakers in the Senate have several bills that would protect millions of acres of public lands from coast to coast. These bills would protect both land and water, and expand access to outdoor recreation opportunities, but there's one opponent who stands in the way.
Last year, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) finalized its Public Lands Rule. The rule was intended to help the BLM balance conservation and recreation values with development on millions of acres of public lands.
Over 200,0000 people wrote in support of the Rule, and now they want to rescind it.
Over 200,0000 people wrote in support of the Rule, and now they want to rescind it.
Support Recreation on 245 Million Acres of BLM Land
The Department of Interior wants to roll back the Bureau of Land Management’s Public Lands Rule—undermining efforts to manage 245 million acres of public lands for recreation, conservation, and future...
action.outdooralliance.org
October 29, 2025 at 11:42 PM
Last year, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) finalized its Public Lands Rule. The rule was intended to help the BLM balance conservation and recreation values with development on millions of acres of public lands.
Over 200,0000 people wrote in support of the Rule, and now they want to rescind it.
Over 200,0000 people wrote in support of the Rule, and now they want to rescind it.
Thank you to @heinrich.senate.gov and staff for meeting with Outdoor Alliance last week. We discussed the importance of land management agencies being staffed and funded in order to implement the EXPLORE Act, and keep our public lands protected and sustainable for generations to come.
October 28, 2025 at 10:32 PM
Thank you to @heinrich.senate.gov and staff for meeting with Outdoor Alliance last week. We discussed the importance of land management agencies being staffed and funded in order to implement the EXPLORE Act, and keep our public lands protected and sustainable for generations to come.
Despite the government shutdown, Outdoor Alliance is hard at work this week in Washington, D.C.
We’ve brought in outdoor leaders from all across the country to deliver the message that we want to see public lands staffed, funded, and accessible for everyone.
We’ve brought in outdoor leaders from all across the country to deliver the message that we want to see public lands staffed, funded, and accessible for everyone.
Outdoor Alliance and Partners Meet in D.C. to Protect Public Lands and Waters — Outdoor Alliance
The government might shut down, but Outdoor Alliance doesn’t. Our team is taking advantage of a quieter Capitol to meet with dozens of lawmakers this week and keep public lands front of mind.
www.outdooralliance.org
October 22, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Despite the government shutdown, Outdoor Alliance is hard at work this week in Washington, D.C.
We’ve brought in outdoor leaders from all across the country to deliver the message that we want to see public lands staffed, funded, and accessible for everyone.
We’ve brought in outdoor leaders from all across the country to deliver the message that we want to see public lands staffed, funded, and accessible for everyone.
Application period for cohort 3 of our Grasstops Collective is now open!
Outdoor Alliance’s Grasstops Collective is a program that trains leaders from the outdoor community to build relationships with policymakers and advocate for conservation priorities.
Outdoor Alliance’s Grasstops Collective is a program that trains leaders from the outdoor community to build relationships with policymakers and advocate for conservation priorities.
Grasstops Collective | Outdoor Alliance
The Outdoor Alliance Grasstops Collective is a leadership and advocacy development program that trains grasstops advocates to build relationships with policymakers and advocate for conservation priori...
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October 10, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Application period for cohort 3 of our Grasstops Collective is now open!
Outdoor Alliance’s Grasstops Collective is a program that trains leaders from the outdoor community to build relationships with policymakers and advocate for conservation priorities.
Outdoor Alliance’s Grasstops Collective is a program that trains leaders from the outdoor community to build relationships with policymakers and advocate for conservation priorities.
Over 600,000 of you wrote comments last month in support of the Roadless Rule.
An analysis of public comments submitted to the USDA show 99% of people in favor of the rule, which protects 58 million acres of our country's National Forests.
An analysis of public comments submitted to the USDA show 99% of people in favor of the rule, which protects 58 million acres of our country's National Forests.
Defend the Roadless Rule to Protect National Forests | Outdoor Alliance
Help us protect our backcountry recreation areas. Roadless rules defend forests, and help preserve their clean air, clean water, and local habitat.
www.outdooralliance.org
October 8, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Over 600,000 of you wrote comments last month in support of the Roadless Rule.
An analysis of public comments submitted to the USDA show 99% of people in favor of the rule, which protects 58 million acres of our country's National Forests.
An analysis of public comments submitted to the USDA show 99% of people in favor of the rule, which protects 58 million acres of our country's National Forests.
REMINDER:
• The Park Service should be fully funded and staffed.
• The Bureau of Land Management should be fully funded and staffed.
• The U.S. Forest Service should be fully funded and staffed.
AGREE? Write your lawmakers about it:
• The Park Service should be fully funded and staffed.
• The Bureau of Land Management should be fully funded and staffed.
• The U.S. Forest Service should be fully funded and staffed.
AGREE? Write your lawmakers about it:
What You Can Do To Protect Public Lands During Budgeting Season
During budget season, remember that Congress controls the purse strings and your tax dollars have filled the purse. If you want to respond to the President's budget, take a few minutes to share your b...
action.outdooralliance.org
October 7, 2025 at 10:02 PM
REMINDER:
• The Park Service should be fully funded and staffed.
• The Bureau of Land Management should be fully funded and staffed.
• The U.S. Forest Service should be fully funded and staffed.
AGREE? Write your lawmakers about it:
• The Park Service should be fully funded and staffed.
• The Bureau of Land Management should be fully funded and staffed.
• The U.S. Forest Service should be fully funded and staffed.
AGREE? Write your lawmakers about it: