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National monuments are federally protected landscapes and historic sites ranging in size from just a few acres to more than 2 million acres. Unlike national parks, which are created through an act of Congress, national monuments can also be designated by the president of the United States. Trust for Public Land has helped create and expand national monuments across the country, as well as protect adjacent lands to improve public access. |
Named after the Chuckwalla lizard, this breathtaking, nearly 700,000-acre landscape in Southern California is more than just a picturesque backdrop—it's a sanctuary for Indigenous heritage and a lifeline for endangered species. But this cherished landscape is under threat, and we need your help to ensure its preservation. Urge President Biden to protect Chuckwalla as a national monument today! |
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From the awe-inspiring grandeur of the Grand Canyon to the historic significance of the Statue of Liberty, our national monuments capture the essence of our nation's diverse landscapes and history. But how well do you really know these incredible sites? |
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We’ve advocated for the designation, protection, or expansion of dozens of national monuments and have helped protect nearly 7,000 acres of national monuments. The national monuments here are just a handful of the lands we’ve helped conserve through our advocacy. |
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People. Nature. Big Ideas. podcast host and Associate Vice President Ronda Lee Chapman chats with Dr. Carrie Besnette Hauser, TPL’s incoming President and CEO, who will take the reins this fall. Carrie is wrapping up her 11-year tenure as President and CEO of Colorado Mountain College. Listen to learn about Carrie’s deep love for the outdoors and her initial thoughts on leading TPL into its next chapter. |
TPL and the Penobscot Nation are partnering on a multiyear effort for the Penobscot Nation to reclaim nearly 30,000 acres of ancestral land in Maine. This project will also create new, vitally needed southern access into the adjacent Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. |
From the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument in New Mexico, to the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument in Maine, we’ve been advancing the creation and expansion of national monuments across the country. And with supporters like you by our side, we can continue to ensure these treasured places remain for future generations. Help power the protection of monuments by becoming a member today! |
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At Trust for Public Land, we’re shaping a future where everyone is connected to the outdoors. You can be part of this mission, too. Through options like a simple bequest, a charitable gift annuity, and other giving methods, we can assist you in securing your future while creating a legacy that will last for generations. |
Answer this month's Question of the Month for your chance to be featured in a future newsletter. |
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From parks and pathways to playgrounds and preserved lands, find stunning TPL projects from coast to coast. Can you guess where this is and how it's associated with TPL's work? |
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