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nded the mission and reach of the Bureau of Land Management. With a stroke of a pen, the National Wilderness Preservation System was born, allowing for the protection of some of our nation's most iconic landscapes and pristine waters. These designated wilderness areas are managed by four federal agencies, including the BLM. Today, @mypubliclands manages nearly 10 million acres of designated wilderness areas – working hand-in-hand with the Foundation and partners to maintain the natural beauty and historic significance of these wild places. 📸 : El Malpais Wilderness Study Area, BLM

ear Fairbanks—and in her own words, “It was incredible!” From learning about the importance of permafrost, to meeting smokejumpers with BLM Alaska Fire Service; to experiencing how #PublicLands provide domestic energy; to seeing nature thrive at a stream restoration project at Nome Creek; to envisioning the recreation possibilities at the White Mountains National Recreation Area's 250 miles and 12 public use backcountry cabins (and groomed for multiple uses in the winter)... ...there's no doubt that BLM does it all.

rs near Fairbanks, and in her own words, “It was incredible!” From learning about the importance of permafrost, to meeting smokejumpers with BLM's Alaska Fire Service; to experiencing how public lands provide domestic energy; to seeing nature thrive at a stream restoration project at Nome Creek; to envisioning the recreation possibilities at the White Mountains National Recreation Area's 250 miles and 12 public use backcountry cabins (and groomed for multiple uses in the winter)...there is no doubt that BLM does it all.

lathead Valley of Montana, Taldi comes to the Foundation from @rei, where she served as Director of Community and Government Affairs. In this capacity, Harrison oversaw REI’s work fostering collaborative partnerships to ensure equitable access to and infrastructure for inspiring outdoor recreation opportunities. As CPO, Taldi will lead our inaugural grantmaking programs and manage state and federal government relations and community engagement. She brings nearly 20 years of experience working on our public lands. As the official charitable partner of @mypubliclands, the Foundation for America's Public Lands operates and raises private funds to help raise awareness, increase access, and inspire stewardship of more than 245 million acres of U.S. public lands and waters. Join us in welcoming Taldi to our leadership team! 🏞

their field with a shared passion for public lands, Val Cole, Scott Gwilliam, Laurel Sayer, & Paul Vigano will help advance our inaugural programs driving greater access, awareness, and stewardship of these special places. “I could not be more thrilled to have these new leaders join the Foundation’s Board at this critical time in our journey to connect people to our public lands and waters,” said I Ling Matthews Thompson, Foundation CEO. #publiclands

ago, President Truman merged the General Land Office and the Grazing Service to create the BLM. Today, the agency preserves the health, diversity, and productivity of 245 million acres of our public lands and waters for present and future generations. To the entire BLM staff in regional offices across the country, thank you for your collective work as our nation’s largest public land steward! #PublicLands Photo by Bob Wick

and animals. From condors to cranes, loggerhead turtles to desert tortoises, and columbines to tiger lilies, more than 3,000 diverse species call BLM-managed lands and waters home. State, local, and Tribal partnerships are key to keeping our #PublicLands teeming with life. #Teamwork 📸: @mypubliclands

. 🙅🎆 Enjoy some time outdoors with friends and family and watch nature light up the sky in its own way (fireflies or lightening bugs?)! Photo from @utahpubliclands.

blic waters." - Our CEO, I Ling Matthews Thompson. A decade ago, I Ling visited Lunch Loops Trail in Grand Junction and decided to move out West. Now, she's building up the Foundation to help connect more people to their public lands. Read her story in the Daily Sentinel of Grand Junction – out now! 📸: Larry Robinson, The Daily Sentinel of Grand Junction #PublicLands