National Conservation Area is one of western Colorado’s most precious
landscapes. Waterfalls tumble off of desert cliffs into colorful creek bed
canyons full of cottonwood groves, bugling elk, and sandhill cranes. In
addition, the area is also home to ancient Ute tribe artifacts and sacred
The Bureau of Land
Management is drafting a plan of how to keep this magnificent area healthy and
vibrant for generations to come – and they
need to hear your voice!
With the Dominguez Canyon
Wilderness at its core, this thriving landscape is home to incredible
wildlife and the endangered Colorado hookless cactus. Its hiking and horseback
trails draw visitors from near and far to explore the canyons and mesas that
surround the roaring Gunnison River. Congress designated the
Dominguez-Escalante National Conservation Area in 2009 to forever protect the
pristine wilderness, roaming wildlife, boating and hiking opportunities, and
ancient cultural sites that make this place uniquely Coloradan. The BLM is off
to a good start with a plan for protecting this area – but wilderness and
wildlife remain at risk.
Tell the BLM to protect
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Dear Mr. Ewing,
Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State ZIP]