policy
October 06, 2026
Sustainability and Mountain Environment
Beyond the Trail: How the 2024 Election Catalyst Shifted a Professional Athlete Toward Public Policy Advocacy
Three days after the 2024 United States presidential election concluded, Olympic athlete Jared Shumate emerged from the remote canyon country…
October 01, 2026
Sustainability and Mountain Environment
The Changing Climate of the Outdoor Industry: How Protect Our Winters is Translating Passion into Policy
On any given winter morning at trailheads across North America—from the rugged slopes of Turnagain Pass in Alaska to the…
September 29, 2026
Sustainability and Mountain Environment
The Systematic Dismantling of the Environmental Protection Agency and the Erosion of Federal Climate Policy
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), established in 1970 with the express mandate to safeguard human health and the natural environment,…
September 29, 2026
Sustainability and Mountain Environment
From Wilderness Silence to Policy Advocacy: An Olympian’s Response to the 2024 Election
The reality of the 2024 United States presidential election reached Jared Shumate, a 2022 Winter Olympian, three days after the…
September 27, 2026
Sustainability and Mountain Environment
The Intersection of Climate Policy and Democratic Integrity: Why Protecting the Ballot is Essential for Environmental Progress
The fight to mitigate the impacts of climate change has historically been framed as a struggle for technological innovation, economic…
September 26, 2026
Sustainability and Mountain Environment
The Outdoor State: Why Midterm Elections Are the Critical Frontier for Environmental Policy
Every significant outdoor pursuit relies on a foundation of rigorous preparation, from the logistical planning required for a high-altitude expedition…
September 12, 2026
Sustainability and Mountain Environment
Grassroots Advocacy in the Great Outdoors: How Field Organizers are Bridging the Gap Between Recreation and Policy
The intersection of outdoor recreation and climate policy has historically been dominated by professional lobbyists and institutional advocacy groups operating…
September 11, 2026
Sustainability and Mountain Environment
The Outdoor State: Why Midterm Elections Are the Critical Frontier for Environmental Policy
Preparation is the bedrock of the outdoor experience. Whether scaling a technical alpine route or training for an ultra-endurance event,…
July 18, 2026
Sustainability and Mountain Environment
Protect Our Winters Delegation Mobilizes Olympic Athletes and Scientists on Capitol Hill to Advocate for Public Lands and Climate Policy
In a high-stakes legislative push aimed at reversing a recent wave of environmental deregulation, the non-profit organization Protect Our Winters…
July 01, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
Donner Ski Ranch Sparks Controversy with "Rat Out Your Employees" Signage Policy
Norden, California – Donner Ski Ranch, a long-standing independent ski resort renowned for its affordability, family-friendly atmosphere, and exceptionally long…
