Nevada U.S. Senators Urge Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum Not to Roll Back Designations of National Monuments as He Surveys Natural Resources, Including Oil and Gas
On Saturday, U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) joined Nevada’s Congressional Democratic Delegation in sending a letter to Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum urging him not to roll back designations of national monuments.
Americans of all political stripes must speak up to protect public lands
National monuments, including Nevada’s own Gold Butte and Avi Kwa Ame, are under attack, again.
Nevada lawmakers slam Trump admin’s review of national monuments
As Donald Trump’s Cabinet pick who governs federal lands and waters begins his review of national monument designations across the country, Nevada’s congressional delegation has a message.
Amodei’s bill to gut Antiquities Act proves he’s not interested in representing our best interests
I was dumbfounded and deeply disappointed when I learned that Nevada Congressman Mark Amodei introduced legislation aimed at gutting the historic 1906 Antiquities Act.
Nevada Outdoor Business Coalition Condemns Rep. Amodei’s Attack on Public Lands
Representatives Mark Amodei (NV-02) and Celeste Maloy (UT-02) have introduced the “Ending Presidential Overreach on Public Lands Act,” which aims to dismantle the Antiquities Act of 1906.
Oil exploration in this part of Nevada soon to be ruled out for 20 years
As President Joe Biden nears the end of his time in office, his administration is proposing lasting protections for a mountain range commonly referred to as the “Swiss Alps of Nevada.”
New Orec Industry Data
Our OREC Economy Superbowl has come and gone, and I’m here to give you the highlights!
November Newsletter
As the weather is changing, I hope you all are finding great ways to get outdoors and recreate.
October Newsletter
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Letter from the Director
Dear NVOBC members and NV outdoor community, As we dive into the last days of summer, I’m excited to relaunch our monthly newsletter. Not only is this a great way for me to keep in touch with you, but it will hopefully provide you with valuable insights to our state’s outdoor economy. We have some…
Nevada needs the Public Lands Rule
Several weeks ago, the Bureau of Land Management released its long-awaited Public Lands Rule: After 40 years of prioritizing extractive industries, the agency can now put conservation, cultural resources protection, wildlife, and climate change mitigation on equal footing with energy extraction.
‘Free Solo’ climber Alex Honnold advocates for rock climbing bill
Alex Honnold often feels like an ambassador for Las Vegas and its outdoor recreation scene; the world- famous free soloist rock climber often advocates for Vegas’ “incredible” access to the wilderness when he’s on his travels.
Op-Ed: “Public Lands Rule”
This week, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) released its long-awaited “Public Lands
Rule.”
Nevadans Applaud ‘Public Lands Rule’ Emphasizing Conservation and Recreation
Rule can help boost local economies by ensuring healthy communities, wildlife, and cultural values.
What Nevadans are saying: “We applaud Senator Rosen’s leadership in advancing the Truckee Meadows Public Lands Management Act”
Earlier This Year, Senator Rosen Introduced Legislation To Increase Affordable Housing Opportunities, Support Responsible Development, & Protect Public Lands in Washoe County
Partnerships crucial to LMNRA
In September 2023, Lake Mead National Recreation Area launched the More to Mead initiative. The project aims to deepen relationships with surrounding communities and tribes.
Vegas’ outdoor recreation economy booming post-pandemic
Las Vegas is known across the globe for its gaming and tourism industry but one often overlooked facet of the economy, outdoor recreation, is climbing quickly.
Proposed BLM Rule Challenged in Congress, NV Conservationists React
Two pieces of legislation could require the Bureau of Land Management to throw out thousands of public comments and jeopardize the agency’s proposed rule, which aims to put conservation efforts on par with other uses taking place on public lands.
U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen Urge Biden Administration to Protect Nevada’s Ruby Mountains
U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) are calling on the Biden administration to prohibit oil and gas leasing in the Ruby Mountains and the neighboring Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge, also referred to as the “Ruby Marshes.”
Stand up against oil and gas leasing
Outdated oil and gas leasing practices are a threat to established and emerging outdoor recreation communities.
Nevada Outdoor Business Coalition Announces New Executive Director
The Nevada Outdoor Business Coalition is pleased to announce the hiring of Mandi Elliott as its first executive director. She starts June 1, 2023 and is working part-time as the NVOBC begins rolling out new programs.
Nevada Outdoor Business Coalition Announces New Executive Director
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Zoë Houghton, zoe@nvobc.org Las Vegas – The Nevada Outdoor Business Coalition is pleased to announce the hiring of Mandi Elliott as our first executive director. She starts June 1, 2023 and is working part-time as the NVOBC begins rolling out new programs. Mandi brings the right mix of experience and…
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NATIONAL MONUMENTS PROTECT COMMUNITIES AND ECONOMIES
The NVOBC is disappointed in the "Ending Presidential Overreach on Public Lands Act" introduced by Rep Mark Amodei (NV-02) and Rep Celeste Maloy (UT-02).
The proposed legislation would strip presidential authority to designate national monuments, which would in turn damage economic opportunity for outdoor recreation communities. It is a gross misconception that public land limits economic opportunity- A report from Headwaters Economics shows the consistent improvement of local economies in communities with National Monuments.
"The study found no evidence that designating these national monuments prevented economic growth. Instead, trends in key economic indicators such as population, employment, personal income, and per capita income either continued or improved in each of the regions surrounding the national monuments."
-The Economic Importance of National Monuments to Communities
The NVOBC urges Representatives Amodei and Maloy to reconsider the effect this legislation will have on rural and outdoor communities.
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Lee Canyon opens downhill mountain bike park for summer, fall seasons https://news3lv.com/features/arc-las-vegas/lee-canyon-opens-downhill-mountain-bike-park-for-summer-fall-seasons
Starting this Friday, May 24th Lee Canyon will be transitioning to our summer hours... Open 7 days a week from 10a to 6p!