Photo: Wildcat River, Jackson, NH Lois Barber
JULY: America is incredibly blessed with wonders of nature for all to enjoy. A new Act before Congress, the “Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences Act,” or the “EXPLORE Act,” calls for the making and publishing of a formal list of these natural treasures on our public lands. The list will include information on how to access each location.
The Act also calls for assessing what trails and natural features need more protection from public wear and tear, and for recommendations for repairs and improvements needed to safeguard these beautiful treasures. If passed, this Act will allow us all to take full advantage of America’s natural splendors while safeguarding them for future generations: Our legacy!
The House has already passed its version of this bill, H.R. 6492 with 27 Democrat and 24 Republican co-sponsors! On April 10, 2024, they sent the bill to the Senate for a vote.
ACTION: Urge your senators to support and vote for the EXPLORE Act which will open more of America’s natural bounty and build support for protection of our public lands. It may also draw some eyes from social media screens and out into nature where folks may meet ‘strangers’ on ‘common ground’ and discover that even people with different political views can be amazingly nice.
CONTACT: Your Senators
- Web: Find their names and links to their websites at senate.gov, send an email or leave a message via ‘Contact’ on his/her website
- Tel: 202 224-3121 (Capitol switchboard-ask for his/her office & leave a message)
- Mail: Senator (first & last name) S. Senate, Washington, D.C. 20510
Click here to read more about the EXPLORE Act
Please write a letter-to-the-editor on this important issue.
It is a good way to educate others and build support for needed policies.
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