Somewhat ironically, I had a post scheduled to run today teasing a very, very interesting public lands story I’ve been working on with some friends across the country.
As I’ve recently found that paying less attention to national news makes for far happier, more productive, and more peaceful days, I was (blissfully) unaware of the “monuments announcement” scheduled yesterday in Utah.
Having lived, worked, and recreated in Utah for the better part of two decades, we’ve been vividly aware of the actual long-standing debate/discussion/battle over the areas once again generating such passionate discussion, which those of us who love the outdoors and follow recreational focused media outlets will no doubt be hearing much more of.
Of critical note, one core theme we’ve noted in our public lands project research is that very rarely is the whole story told: the pros and cons, the tales of the supporters and those in opposition, and often the core, fundamental why driving administrative and policy decisions. Truth be told, the public lands misinformation being promulgated out and about is actually driving us further from the best outcome (which is of course keeping public lands public).
There’s a vital aspect of the public lands story that’s not being told; we’re hoping to catalyze an honest and thoughtful discussion at some future time, but today isn’t the time.
If you’ve had enough of the hyperbolic “end of the public lands universe as we know it” chatter today, here’s a great giveaway to sign up for…
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