Federal appeals court reverses dismissal, sends Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante monument challenge back for review on the merits SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit today handed the BlueRibbon Coalition and the...
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Dinosaur North Travel Management Plan Could Close 420 Miles of Off-Road Routes Near Vernal, UT
Nearly 700 miles of OHV, hunting, and backcountry access near Dinosaur National Monument are on the table in the BLM’s Dinosaur North plan, and the conservation alternative would close most of it. BRC backs Alternative D to keep these routes open for Vernal and Roosevelt communities. Add your comment before July 22 and tell the BLM to keep this access open.
Trail Canyon Travel Management Plan Could Close Off-Road Trails Near Kanab
The BLM’s Trail Canyon Travel Management Plan near Kanab will decide the future of 473 miles of OHV routes in Kane County, and the most restrictive option closes nearly a third of the network. BRC supports a variation of Alternative D, which keeps 95% of trails open. Submit your comment to the BLM before July 22 and tell them motorized access must stay open.
Dragon Bravo Fire Recovery Could Restore Kaibab Plateau Access
After the 2025 fires that burned nearly 150,000 acres near the North Rim, hazardous trees and fire damage continue to block access across the Kaibab Plateau. The Forest Service is proposing to remove the danger and protect roads and trails from future closures. Back the plan by submitting your comment to the Forest Service before June 20.
Utah High Desert Trail Project: 810 Miles for OHV Access
The BLM’s High Desert Trail project would formally designate an 810-mile route across western Utah, using roads and trails already open to the public today. BRC supports the designation and the preferred Alternative B, the longer, more scenic route that brings the most economic benefit. Submit a comment by June 16 backing Alternative B and tell the BLM to choose it.
Interior Reviews Wilderness Study Areas Locking Up Public Land
The Department of the Interior just opened a nationwide review of Wilderness Study Areas, the same outdated policy that has locked millions of acres in wilderness-style limbo for decades without a vote from Congress. BRC petitioned for this reform months ago, and now your voice can push it across the line. Submit a comment to the Interior Department supporting WSA reform before the August 14, 2026 deadline.
Outdoor Americans with Disabilities Act Introduced in the House of Representatives
Millions of Americans rely on roads and motorized routes to reach public lands, and this bill would protect that access by law. BRC worked directly with Congressional offices to shape and advance the Outdoor ADA, now introduced in both chambers. Tell your members of Congress why this legislation matters.
RELEASE: BlueRibbon Coalition Applauds Interior Department’s Review of Wilderness Study Area Policies
BOISE, Idaho — The Blue Ribbon Coalition (BRC) today welcomed the Department of the Interior's June 10 announcement of a nationwide review and 60-day public comment period on wilderness study area (WSA) and lands with wilderness characteristics (LWC)...
H.R. 7695 and S. 140 Would Permanently Repeal Roadless Rule
The 2001 Roadless Rule locked up 58.5 million acres of National Forest land, blocking road maintenance, wildfire mitigation, and reasonable access for 25 years. BRC supports H.R. 7695 and S. 140, two bills that would repeal the rule and return management decisions to local forest managers. Contact your members of Congress and ask them to support both bills.
San Rafael Swell: BLM May Reopen Hundreds of Miles of OHV Routes – Add Your Voice
The BLM comment period closes TODAY, June 8. Once it shuts, these closures get one step closer to permanent. Add your comments before midnight on June 8th.









