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Defending Utah's wild lands since 1983.
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Informative article on Senator Lee's Border Lands Conservation Act. Wildlands Director, Neal Clark is quoted in the piece, check it out!
www.sfgate.com/national-par...
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'Shameless': Utah senator revives crusade against public lands
Critics say the bill threatens decades of wilderness protection.
https://www.sfgate.com/national-parks/article/mike-lee-border-lands-conservation-act-wilderness-21104891.php
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More on Senators Curtis and Lee's legislation to open up Capitol Reef National Park to off-road vehicle travel. Staff Attorney, Laura Peterson is quoted:
www.nationalparkstraveler.org/2025/10/utah...
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Utah's U.S. Senators Want To Open National Parks To OHVs
Utah's two United States senators have authored legislation that would open up Capitol Reef National Park, and possibly other units of the National Park System, to off-road vehicle travel.
https://www.nationalparkstraveler.org/2025/10/utahs-us-senators-want-open-national-parks-ohvs
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Coverage on the 13 million acres of public lands that were opened up for coal leasing by the Trump administration at the end of September: SUWA Legal Director, Steve Bloch is quoted in the piece.
www.deseret.com/politics/202...
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Controversial coal leasing opens land near iconic Utah destinations
Interior Department found an additional 13 million acres of public lands available for coal. Utah’s happens to be next to national parks
https://www.deseret.com/politics/2025/10/15/trump-administration-opens-coal-leases-near-utah-zion-bryce-national-parks/
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Utah Senators Mike Lee and John Curtis have introduced two new bills that would open national parks to off-road vehicles (ORVs): the State Motor Vehicle Laws in National Park System Units Act and the OHVs in Capitol Reef National Park Act. For additional info:
suwa.org/senators-lee...
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Last week, Sen. Mike Lee, chair of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, announced he had introduced a new, intentionally deceptively-named piece of legislation: the Outdoor Americans with Disabilities Act. The bill is also sponsored by Sen. John Curtis. More:
suwa.org/conservation...
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More on Senator Lee's proposed Border Lands Conservation Act. SUWA Executive Director, Scott Braden, is quoted:
www.nationalparkstraveler.org/2025/10/gop-...
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GOP Senators Introduce Legislation To Open Up Wilderness To Homeland Security Activities
Republican senators from Utah, Wyoming, Texas, Tennessee, Mississippi and Florida have introduced legislation they say will better protect borderlands while providing more access to them.
https://www.nationalparkstraveler.org/2025/10/gop-senators-introduce-legislation-open-wilderness-homeland-security-activities
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The fight against the Northern Corridor Highway has returned. Holly Snow Canada, Conserve Southwest Utah's Executive Director is quoted. Read the full piece:
www.sltrib.com/news/environ...
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Feds put polarizing southern Utah highway proposal back on the table, months after Biden administration rejected it
The Bureau of Land Management is reassessing the controversial Northern Corridor highway through the Red Cliffs National Conservation Area.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/environment/2025/10/07/feds-restart-review-northern/
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Last week, the Trump Administration announced it is making previously off-limits public land available for coal leasing under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), including 48,000 acres in Utah. Maps and additional info can be found here:
suwa.org/trump-admini...
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For more context on the Labyrinth Canyon and Gemini Bridges Travel Management Plan, read this piece from The Times-Independent:
www.moabtimes.com/articles/blm...
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BLM reassesses routes in the Labyrinth/Gemini Bridges area
https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/blm-reassesses-routes-in-the-labyrinth-gemini-bridges-area/
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❗ACT NOW ❗suwa.org/keeplabywild Trump’s Bureau of Land Management is proposing to greenlight more off-road vehicles in Labyrinth Canyon at the request of the State of Utah and certain motorized groups. Tell the BLM to Keep Labyrinth Canyon Wild!
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Yesterday, the BLM announced it is considering reversing course on the motorized Travel Management Plan for the Labyrinth Canyon/Gemini Bridges area near Moab. Keep an eye out for an Action Alert coming soon, we have 30 days to submit public comments! More info here:
suwa.org/suwa-stateme...
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September's Redrock Report is here! Featuring: 📝Trump Administration Announces Plan to Rescind Public Lands Rule 🌲 Roadless Rule Under Attack ✈️ National Wilderness Coalition Convenes in DC 🌄 Community Experiences Fire Up New Redrock Activists 💵 Now Hiring Finance Director!
suwa.org/september-20...
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We're hiring! SUWA is seeking a Finance Director to join our senior leadership team and steward the financial, operational, and administrative functions of our org. This is a full time position, located in Salt Lake City. Application Deadline is October 13, 2025. More info:
suwa.org/careers/
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‼️ACT NOW‼️
suwa.quorum.us/campaign/140...
We have a short window to submit comments to BLM regarding the Beas Lewis Flat Campground, just outside of Capitol Reef National Park. Please submit a comment TODAY!
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More on the Department of Interior moving to strike the Public Lands Rule. SUWA Legal Director, Steve Bloch is quoted:
www.aspenpublicradio.org/environment/...
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DOI proposes rolling back the Public Lands Rule, says conservation isn’t a ‘use’ on BLM lands
The Public Lands Rule allowed conservation to be managed as part of BLM’s multiple-use mandate, along with other uses like mining and grazing. The Trump administration now says that rule doesn’t pass ...
https://www.aspenpublicradio.org/environment/2025-09-10/doi-proposes-rolling-back-the-public-lands-rule-says-conservation-isnt-a-use-on-blm-lands
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The Department of the Interior has announced it plans to rescind the BLM's Public Lands Rule. SUWA and other conservation groups are currently engaged in litigation to defend the Rule from challenges brought by Republican-led states (including Utah). Read more:
suwa.org/suwa-stateme...
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Thank you Congresswoman, Kelly Morrison for cosponsoring America's Red Rock Wilderness Act!
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Calling all orgs! Sign up to table at Latino Conservation Week Festival on September 18 hosted by Native Indigenous Student Union and SUWA! This is your chance to meet and connect with Salt Lake Community College students and west-side families. Fill out this form:
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Just a Friday reminder of what we're all fighting for. Thanks for all you do to help
#ProtectWildUtah
. We hope you take some time to enjoy your favorite public lands this Labor Day weekend! Photo Credit: Nathan St. Andre
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Join Oregonians For Wild Utah on Tuesday, September 9th for a webinar on protecting public lands against current threats with guest speaker Jackie Feinberg of the Sierra Club. To register, visit:
www.oregoniansforwildutah.org/upcoming-web...
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August's Redrock Report is here! To read the details, visit:
suwa.org/august-2025-...
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Checkout this piece from Tracy Stone-Manning.
writersontherange.org/the-west-is-...
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The West is on fire as Washington fans the flames - Writers On The Range
This summer, millions of Americans are hiking, camping, fishing and making lifelong memories in our national parks, forests and other...
https://writersontherange.org/the-west-is-on-fire-as-washington-fans-the-flames/
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ICYMI: An informative look on how Senator Mike Lee has continued to put forth efforts to sell off federal public lands under the guise of the housing crisis. Read it here:
www.publicdomain.media/p/utah-mike-...
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Sen. Mike Lee Says He’s Working To Rein In Housing Costs. His Record Tells A Different Story.
The Utah Republican says selling off public lands would help get Americans into affordable homes. He tried to slash funding for affordable housing programs.
https://www.publicdomain.media/p/utah-mike-lee-affordable-housing-record
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Informative piece that highlights how environmental assessments are being sped up and zero public comments are being considered. Staff attorney Landon Newell is quoted:
www.aspenpublicradio.org/environment/...
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Fossil fuels expansion on federal lands leads to questions on the validity of the Trump administration’s “national energy emergency”
The Trump administration declared a national energy emergency in January, hoping to spur domestic energy and mineral production. Some advocates say the administration is using the declaration as a pre...
https://www.aspenpublicradio.org/environment/2025-08-07/fossil-fuels-expansion-on-federal-lands-leads-to-questions-on-the-validity-of-the-trump-administrations-national-energy-emergency
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Coverage from the The Salt Lake Tribune on SUWA's Sevier Lake lawsuit. Read more:
www.sltrib.com/news/environ...
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Environmental group reignites legal fight over mine at Sevier Dry Lake
Litigation claims federal land managers did not adequately consider environmental impacts in a remote corner of the Great Basin.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/environment/2025/08/07/suwa-renews-lawsuit-against-sevier/
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Today, SUWA filed a lawsuit in federal district court challenging the BLM's 2019 decision to approve a 125,000-acre potash mining project, the Sevier Playa Potash (SPP) Project, as well as BLM’s 2025 decision approving a modified version of the Project. More info here:
suwa.org/suwa-challen...
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An informative article on where funding for Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument is in both the House and Senate.
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House draft bill bars feds from managing half of a 1.9 million-acre monument
The budget would be disastrous for Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.
https://www.sfgate.com/national-parks/article/house-bill-would-slash-funds-national-monument-20794877.php
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SUWA's Stewardship program is an incredible way to give back to the land. Join a project this fall, and experience a part of Utah you've never seen before! Visit:
suwa.org/stewardship
to learn more.
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Learn more about NEPA in this article from our most recent newsletter. Steve Bloch explains it's 55-year history and how the current administration is dismantling environmental law strategically, by eliminating agency regulations and expediting fossil fuel projects.
suwa.org/a-bedrock-en...
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Great informational piece that explains how the U.S. government is dismantling public lands from within.
www.reuters.com/graphics/USA...
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Eroding protections for public lands
Trump policies reshape the role of federally owned land, against the tide of U.S. public opinion
https://www.reuters.com/graphics/USA-TRUMP/PUBLIC-LANDS/zdpxkxdwnvx/
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Powerful read on the importance of Bears Ears 💛
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If you are interested in learning more about the Roadless Rule and how it will impact Utah, check out this article:
www.grandcanyontrust.org/blog/roadles...
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Roadless Forests in Utah and Why They Matter | Grand Canyon Trust
Roadless forests in Utah are far more valuable for fish and wildlife habitat and recreation than for timber production.
https://www.grandcanyontrust.org/blog/roadless-forests-in-utah-and-why-they-matter/
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The BLM is moving forward with plans to sell 46 oil and gas leases encompassing over 68,200 acres in Utah. The majority of these public lands provide important habitat for greater sage-grouse and Graham's beardtongue.
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❗TAKE ACTION NOW❗
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July's Redrcok Report has arrived. This month features: 🏛️ SUWA v. Cox Lawsuit Update 🎯 “Energy Dominance” Agenda Targets Uinta Basin 🏜️ Organizations Urge House Leadership to Protect Grand Staircase-Escalante 😾 Wildcat Loadout ⛰️ 2 New Stewardship Projects Read it now:
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Today, Utah’s Third District Court dismissed a lawsuit, SUWA v. Cox, filed by SUWA in December 2024. See statement below from from Legal Director, Stephen Bloch. For more information, read our full press release:
suwa.org/suwa-stateme...
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In June, Utah Senator Mike Lee launched the latest in a long line of attacks by Utah politicians on America’s public lands. This time the proposal was for a massive public lands sell-off through the complicated congressional budget process known as Budget Reconciliation.
suwa.org/utah-politic...
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Utah Politicians Exploit Housing Crisis in Latest Quest to Sell off Millions of Acres of Public Land
Photo © Nathan St. Andre In June, Utah Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) launched the latest in a long line of attacks by Utah politicians on America’s public lands. This time […]
https://suwa.org/utah-politicians-exploit-housing-crisis-in-latest-quest-to-sell-off-millions-of-acres-of-public-land/
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Cpverage from The Salt Lake Tribune on the letter we sent to the hill yesterday, urging House Leadership to protect Grand Staircase-Escalante. Stephen Bloch, SUWA Legal Director is also quoted in the piece:
www.sltrib.com/news/environ...
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House Republicans move to slash funding for this southern Utah national monument
U.S. House Republicans are seeking to slash funding for the management of Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument. According to a proposed funding bill for fiscal year 2026 for the Department of ...
https://www.sltrib.com/news/environment/2025/07/23/house-republicans-aim-slash/
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Yesterday, more than 65 organizations urged House Leadership to protect Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument from House members who are attempting to use the appropriations process to open the monument to development and destruction.
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Read more here:
suwa.org/organization...
3 months ago
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Check out this piece from
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which provides a great overview on public lands and how they came to be:
www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...
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Contributor: Why public lands should stay public and protected
For 120 years, America's public lands policy has emphasized 'the greatest good of the greatest number.' 'Drill, baby, drill' isn't that.
https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2025-05-25/public-lands-national-parks-blm-monument-privatization-donald-trump
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More info on Monday's court hearing—SUWA v Cox.
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We just put a new project on the books! We are looking for 8 stalwart volunteers to join us on backpacking trip in the Deep Creek Mountains. More info here:
suwa.org/events/goshu...
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Interested in learning more about our Stewardship program? Read this piece from SUWA Steward, Peter Eckhardt in SLUG Mag.
www.slugmag.com/community/ke...
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Keeping Public Lands in Public Hands with the SUWA Stewardship Program - SLUG Magazine
Since its inception in 2016, the SUWA Stewardship program remediated 1,058,312 square feet of landscape and removed 10,965 pounds of trash from public lands.
https://www.slugmag.com/community/keeping-public-lands-in-public-hands-with-suwas-stewardship-program/
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Today, during a court hearing over the pending lawsuit, SUWA v. Cox, the State of Utah conceded the taxpayer-funded “Stand for our Land” Litigation and media campaign, which implies federal public lands would be turned over to the state for management, is blatantly misleading.
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Great background piece from Sierra Magazine:
www.sierraclub.org/sierra/trump...
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Trump Administration Sets Stage for Attack on National Monuments
Here’s why the recent Department of Justice opinion on national monuments is likely to fail
https://www.sierraclub.org/sierra/trump-administration-sets-stage-attack-national-monuments
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) recently approved a mining project on Sevier Lake in Utah's West Desert. Read more from The Salt Lake Tribune:
www.sltrib.com/news/environ...
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A mine is coming to Sevier Dry Lake. Here’s what it could mean for Utah’s dust pollution.
Dust from Sevier Dry Lake in southern Utah blows particulate as far north as Salt Lake City, but it also holds a vital mineral for growing high-value crops.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/environment/2025/06/27/mine-is-coming-sevier-dry-lake/
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Last Thursday, The Bureau of Land Management announced it's approval for a significant expansion of the Wildcat Loadout Facility near Helper, UT. More info in this piece from the The Salt Lake Tribune:
www.sltrib.com/news/environ...
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Trump administration fast-tracks oil transport expansion in eastern Utah
The Bureau of Land Management approved the expansion of an oil transloading facility in Carbon County Thursday evening after an expedited review under President Trump’s “national energy emergency” dec...
https://www.sltrib.com/news/environment/2025/07/07/trump-admin-expedites-approval/
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The Protect Wild Utah movement has lost a giant: Darrell Knuffke passed away peacefully last week, surrounded by his family. A fierce and unwavering defender of wilderness, he will be remembered as a powerhouse of an advocate, but also to many of us as a wryly funny and beloved friend and mentor.
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From SUWA Board Member Emeritus and resolute public lands advocate Terry Tempest Williams in yesterday’s New York Times:
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/06/o...
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Opinion | Americans Fought Off This Awful Idea in Trump’s Bill
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/07/06/opinion/public-lands-trump-bill.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&fbclid=IwY2xjawLYyKZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFmTnl1TjliWHRncjRWZGdpAR5-m9n60Zi-67PuQe5QHv_ePu6NmiG5bI-J2H7pxpnp6NTy_pzQzSE60DZRlg_aem_Q9WiaLueIHvI7F6hfVnfUQ
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The BLM has completed an “accelerated environmental review process” and approved a significant expansion of the Wildcat Loadout Facility near Helper, UT. The expansion is intended to push an additional 80,000 barrels of crude oil per day traveling along the Colorado River:
suwa.org/trump-admini...
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Today, the House of Representatives passed the FY25 budget reconciliation package (Budget Bill) known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. On July 1, the Senate passed the Bill by a vote of 51-50 with Vice President JD Vance breaking the tie. For more info: visit:
suwa.org/suwa-stateme...
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