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Happy Monday!
1. How we got here
Our first breakdown walked through the fire-sale threat. Conservation voices across the spectrum pushed back—hard:
Outdoor Alliance rallied climbers, paddlers, and IMBA riders.
Bowhunter Cameron Hanes hammered the message: “Not. One. Acre.”
Navy-SEAL-turned-podcaster Andy Stumpf lit up veteran and hunting circles.
Kansas’s own Sen. Jerry Moran joined a bipartisan bloc telling leadership, “Hands off our public lands.”
The chorus worked. Lee announced he was dropping the provision entirely—citing “unintended consequences” and lack of support. sfgate.com
2. Why this matters
Zero acres lost. The sale language is gone, not watered down.
Template for future fights. A left-right outdoor coalition just proved it can stop a bad deal fast.
Momentum for proactive wins. With the sell-off off the table, groups can pivot to expanding access and funding trail maintenance—good news for weekend warriors and local economies alike.
3. Keep the pressure (politely)
Thank your reps. Positive calls build goodwill for the next battle.
Follow + share Outdoor Alliance, Hanes, and Stumpf—amplify their updates.
Stay tuned. Leasing mandates still lurk in the bill; we’ll flag any shenanigans here first.
}Bottom line: This round goes to the public. Celebrate, then stay vigilant—because wins stick only when we keep showing up.