Grazing Main Sierra Club Grazing Policy Where Does Grazing Occur? Impacts of Livestock Production Ecological Impacts Grazing Reform Legislation Activist Resources Livestock Grazing and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) News Links Contact the Sierra Club Grazing Committee Environmental news, green living tips, and ways to take action: Subscribe to the Sierra Club Insider!

Activist Resources Report Problems Observed in the Backcountry Here's a form that can be used by backpackers, hikers, packers, and canoers or by anyone using federal or state land. This form is to be used as a way of quickly assessing the health of the backcountry and the personal feelings of the participant. The federal and state agencies want to know about these problems and need your help in assessing the health of the backcountry. Click here to download the PDF. Bush Administration Proposes Weakened Grazing Rules In December 2003 the Bush administration unveiled a proposal to alter the rules that now govern livestock grazing on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) public lands. The proposed changes, published in the Federal Register on Dec. 8, would overturn efforts over the past decade to improve rangeland conditions and reduce the impacts of grazing on watersheds, wildlife, and cultural treasures. Read the details on this proposal. Influencing the Agencies: Participation in NEPA Reviews Livestock grazing management on publicly-owned federal lands is periodically opened up to public review, public scrutiny, and public participation during a National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review. During a NEPA review, a federal agency proposes a management activity for federal land. Then, at various stages, it invites public comment on the proposal and alternative proposals. Find out what you can do. Up to Top HOME | Email Signup | About Us | Contact Us | Terms of Use | © 2008 Sierra Club