Porterville, CA -- On Saturday, Californians will restore trails in the Giant Sequoia National Monument as part of an effort to push back against a Trump-ordered review of the national monuments in the state. The group will finish the day with a hike (2 p.m.- dark) showing the the threat of permanent damage to Giant Sequoias and the surrounding landscape from logging if these areas lose their monument designation.
Californians are responding to an attack on seven of their national monuments -- the most under review out of any state. Volunteers will show the need for better land management, revealing the serious flaws with logging proposals advanced by the Trump administration that would remove healthy trees vital to the Giant Sequoia’s survival. The event will join in unison with events around the country, amplifying their voices in a fight for public lands.
What: A public lands day of awareness, featuring trail restoration, a spiritual gathering and a public lands hike.
When: Saturday, August 19 at 9 a.m. PT
Where: Trail of 100 Giants, Giant Sequoia National Monument in Porterville. This gentle trail (6% maximum grade) is paved and suitable for wheel chairs. Transportation and location instructions can be found here.
Who: WildPlaces Roots Corps, local leaders and activists.
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