The Magazine of The Sierra Club
Leaf-Peeping for Hikers
Here’s where trekkers should head for fabulous fall foliage
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In Praise of the Wilderness Act
On its 60th birthday, this landmark American conservation law is more valuable than ever
Unauthorized Drones Are Making Wildfires More Destructive
An alarming trend, and confusing regulations, hamper firefighting efforts across the country
One Last Day in Utah's Slickrock
A job offer out of state called for a melancholy farewell to Arches National Park
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The National Park Service Is Getting Serious About Mental Health Care
Visitor fatalities, remoteness, and frequent transfers to new facilities all take a toll on rangers
Unleash Our Public Lands
Congress has work to do to make it easier for Americans to enjoy the great outdoors
Acadia National Park Confronts a Rising Tide
Rangers are caught between preparing for the annual crush of summer tourists and responding to the climate crisis
Is This the Year the Muscogee Nation Gets a National Park?
Expelled from Georgia via the Trail of Tears, the Muscogee have an opportunity to return home to tell their story
Are Social Media Videos Ruining the National Park Experience?
Influencers are broadcasting their park experiences to tens of thousands of followers. But at what cost?
A Housing Crisis Is Impacting the National Park Service
NPS leadership is well aware of the problem, but Congress won’t fund solutions
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