by Jason Keith | Jan 28, 2026 | Advocacy, Legislation, Outdoor Recreation, Policy, Public Lands
We submitted written testimony about the importance of Special Recreation Permits for races and other running events on federal public lands, as well as improvements to how these permits are issued.
by Sara Aranda | Jan 14, 2026 | Mining, Outdoor Recreation, Public Lands
RPL Ambassadors Sara Aranda and Ti Eversole explore the future of outdoor recreation in Grants, New Mexico, the area’s history of extraction, and the current administration’s renewed push for more mining.
by Jason Keith | Dec 18, 2025 | Advocacy, Legislation, Policy, Public Lands
Check out some highlights from our policy and advocacy work during a busy 2025.
by Runners for Public Lands | Dec 18, 2025 | Advocacy, Public Lands, Race Directors
Hear from race director Craig Schmidt about a recent public lands-focused event he attended featuring Rep. Jared Huffman.
by Runners for Public Lands | Nov 13, 2025 | Program, Public Lands
Tips for Applying for a Recreation Event Special Use Permit — Without Over-Burdening Land Agencies As part of our mission to empower runners to protect public lands, we strive to help minimize the impacts of race events on public lands while maximizing their potential...
by Runners for Public Lands | Nov 13, 2025 | News, Public Lands
Policy Update: Federal Government Reopens, What Runners and Race Directors Can Expect