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Defend Your Ground

BlueRibbon Coalition

Defend Your Ground is a podcast produced by BlueRibbon Coalition - a 501c3 non-profit that works to defend outdoor recreation on public land on a national level. Listen to learn about new areas to explore, new adventures to pursue, and to become a better advocate for promoting all forms of recreation.

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Episode 64: Improving Services at Our National Parks

Defend Your Ground ·

2025/09/30

In this episode, Ben and Simone discuss forest management plans in for the Blue Mountains in Eastern Oregon and the importance of community engagement in these plans. They also highlight the National Park Service's call for public feedback on visitor services and the challenges faced in maintaining park infrastructure. They focus on several case studies where the Park Service could improve the services available and recreation experiences in our parks.Comment on the Oregon Forest Plan Here:

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Episode 63: Save the Hammers Round 2

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2025/09/03

In this episode of the Defend Your Ground podcast, Ben Burr, Simone Griffin, and Shannon Welch discuss the ongoing threats to Johnson Valley and the King of the Hammers event. They delve into the historical context of the fight for this cherished OHV area, the current proposed airspace restrictions by the Marines, and the importance of community mobilization to protect outdoor recreation. The conversation emphasizes the need for advocacy, public comments, and collaboration among stakeholders to

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36:56

Episode 62: Increasing Access to Valles Caldera in...

Defend Your Ground ·

2025/08/28

In this episode of the Defend Your Ground podcast, Ben and Simone discuss the Valle Caldera National Preserve in New Mexico with guest Seth Gaynor. They explore the history of the preserve, its transition to National Park Service management, and the current public access restrictions. The conversation highlights the importance of public comments on the management plan and the need for increased access to the area for recreational activities. The episode emphasizes the financial implications of

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Episode 61: 1800 Acres of Pristine Wyoming Land...

Defend Your Ground ·

2025/06/11

In this episode, the hosts discuss the Miller Mountain land exchange in Wyoming, exploring its background, the implications of the proposed trade, and the challenges surrounding public land management. They delve into the unique characteristics of the land involved, the legal considerations, and the potential impacts on outdoor recreation and public access. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the implications of a proposed land exchange involving BLM land, focusing on access, ecological

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Episode 60: Let's Rescind Some Regulations

Defend Your Ground ·

2025/06/01

In this episode of the Defend Your Ground podcast, Ben, Simone, and Nick discuss the complexities of public lands management, focusing on the Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs) and their implications for land use. They explore the legal authority of agencies, the role of Congress, and the limitations of the public comment process. The conversation highlights specific regulations that restrict access to public lands and emphasizes the need for reform. They encourage the public to support requests

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Episode 59: With Populations Growing, It’s Time to...

Defend Your Ground ·

2025/04/06

In this episode of the Defend Your Ground podcast, Ben and Simone discuss the recent proposal by the Fish and Wildlife Service to downlist certain populations of grizzly bears from the Endangered Species Act. They explore the implications of this proposal, the role of environmental groups, and the impact of roads on bear populations. The conversation highlights the need for better wildlife management and the importance of public access to lands. Listeners are encouraged to participate in an action

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Episode 58: How Congressional Review Act Can Reopen...

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2025/03/14

In this episode of the Defend Your Ground podcast, Ben Burr and Simone Griffin discuss recent legislative updates regarding public lands, focusing on the Glen Canyon OHV rule and the implications of the Congressional Review Act. Support Congressional Review of Glen Canyon Closures: https://blueribboncoalition.org/resolution-proposed-to-continue-allowance-of-ohvs-in-glen-canyon-national-recreation-area/ Support the Productive Public Lands Act:

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Episode 57: BRC Goes to DC to Support Grand Reopening...

Defend Your Ground ·

2025/03/01

In this episode of the Defend Your Ground podcast, Ben, Simone, and BRC Board Vice President Shannon Welch discuss their recent trip to Washington, DC, focusing on public land advocacy, the challenges faced in protecting these lands, and the legislative efforts being made by the BlueRibbon Coalition (BRC). Shannon shares her background in public lands and building the King of the Hammers event, while Simone outlines the NEPA projects and legislative priorities that were presented to congressional

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Episode 56: Will Unleashing Energy Agenda Affect...

Defend Your Ground ·

2025/02/13

In this episode of the Defend Your Ground podcast, Ben and Simone discuss the recent changes in leadership within the Department of Interior and the implications of new executive orders on public lands and energy development. They explore the balance between recreation and energy interests, the impact of national monuments on access to public lands, and the ongoing fight against privatization of public land. The conversation highlights the importance of advocacy for outdoor recreation and the need

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47:27

Episode 55: We Want Management not Monuments

Defend Your Ground ·

2025/01/18

In this episode of the Defend Your Ground podcast, Ben and Simone discuss the recent changes in public land management following the election, focusing on the implications of the Antiquities Act, the challenges of wildfire management, and the role of environmental groups in shaping policies. They explore the limitations of national monuments in protecting land from wildfires - specifically as it relates to the recent wildfires in Los Angeles. They discuss the importance of proactive forest

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Episode 54: Halt the Dolores National Monument

Defend Your Ground ·

2024/09/22

In this episode of the Defend Your Ground podcast, Ben Burr and Simone Griffin discuss the proposed Dolores National Monument in Western Colorado with local advocates Sean and Danielle Pond. The conversation delves into the implications of the monument on public land use, local economies, and community involvement. The Ponds share their journey into advocacy, the misconceptions surrounding the monument, and the potential economic impacts on their community. They emphasize the importance of local

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Episode 53: Addressing the Haters with The Gambler 500

Defend Your Ground ·

2024/09/04

In this episode of the Defend Your Ground podcast, Ben Burr and Simone Griffin interview Tate Morgan from Sons of Smokey and the Gambler 500. They discuss the origins of the Gambler 500, a race that evolved into the largest trash cleanup event in the world. Tate explains how the Sons of Smokey organization was created to fund the trash cleanup efforts and develop an app for reporting and mapping trash sites on public lands. The conversation also touches on the perception of the Blue Ribbon Coalition

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Episode 52: Special Guest Ken Ivory Discusses Utah's...

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2024/08/30

Representative Ken Ivory joins the podcast to discuss Utah's historic lawsuit challenging federal ownership of public land. The lawsuit, if successful, could impact how public land is managed not only in Utah but across the country. Ivory explains the background of the lawsuit and the promises made by the federal government that haven't been fulfilled. He emphasizes the importance of multiple use and sustained yield of public lands and criticizes the federal government's management practices. Ivory

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38:28

Episode 51: Yuma East Travel Plan Could Close 500...

Defend Your Ground ·

2024/07/20

In this episode, Ben and Simone discuss the Yuma East travel management plan in Southwestern Arizona. They explain the different alternatives proposed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the potential impact on off-roading routes. They highlight the importance of understanding the terms 'OHV limited' and 'administrative use only' when evaluating the proposed closures. They also discuss the presence of wilderness areas and lands with wilderness characteristics in the plan and the implications

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Episode 50: No One Wants to Camp in a Burn Scar

Defend Your Ground ·

2024/07/14

In this episode, Ben and Simone discuss the current wildfire season and the importance of responsible forest management. They highlight the impact of wildfires on air quality, road closures, and public access to recreation areas. Simone explains that the majority of the comments she submits are related to vegetation projects and reducing wildfire risk. They also discuss the opposition to forest management projects from environmental groups, who argue that these projects harm wildlife and the natural

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Episode 49: Chevron Deference Overturned: What Comes...

Defend Your Ground ·

2024/07/05

In this episode of the Defend Your Ground podcast, Ben and Simone discuss Chevron Deference and its recent overturning by the Supreme Court. They highlight the problems with Chevron Deference, which allowed executive branch agencies to interpret laws without judicial review, leading to an imbalance of power and lack of accountability. They address concerns about the loss of expertise and argue that the administrative state was already influenced by corporations and special interests. They emphasize

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Episode 48: Why Don't You Just Walk

Defend Your Ground ·

2024/05/18

In this episode, Ben and Simone discuss the issue of disability access in outdoor recreation on public lands. They highlight the importance of motorized recreation for individuals with physical disabilities and the therapeutic benefits it provides. They mention that they consistently bring up disability access in their comments and lawsuits, but the agencies often ignore these concerns. They also discuss specific cases, such as the proposed closure of Arch Canyon in Bears Ears National Monument,

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Episode 47: BLM Releases Final Version of...

Defend Your Ground ·

2024/05/10

Summary: This episode discusses the final draft of the BLM landscape health and conservation rule, which aims to flood money into the public land system to control management. The rule introduces new types of leases, such as restoration and mitigation leases, and prioritizes areas of critical environmental concern (ACECs). The hosts express concerns about the rule's lack of statutory authority and its potential impact on motorized recreation. They also question the need for the rule, as many of its

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Episode 46: Problems with the Grandview Travel Plan

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2024/04/05

Summary: In this episode of the Defend Your Ground podcast, Ben and Simone discuss the Grandview travel management plan in Idaho. They highlight the problems with the plan, including outdated information, missing routes, and the potential closure of desert racing routes. They also discuss the lack of analysis of social and economic impacts, as well as the potential connection between the plan and the development of solar farms in the area. The deadline for submitting comments on the plan is April

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Episode 45: A Deep Dive into the San Rafael Swell

Defend Your Ground ·

2024/02/28

The BLM recently released their preliminary maps for the San Rafael Swell travel plan. We expect a public comment period on this plan soon.In this episode, Ben and Simone discuss the planning status of the San Rafael Swells in Utah. They provide an overview of the recent developments and the upcoming public comment period. They highlight concerns about road closures and the potential impact on popular trails, particularly for dirt bikers. They also discuss the implications of the Dingell Act and

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