The Rise and Fall of Public Lands Sales: What This Means for Conservation Efforts The notion that America's public lands are a sacred trust, set aside for future generations to enjoy, has been increasingly challenged in recent years.
Economic pressures on federal agencies have grown, forcing administrators to seek creative solutions to manage the vast tracts of land under their care.
The consequences of this trend threaten not only the fabric of our national forests but also the delicate balance of wildlife habitats and ecosystems that call them home.