Federal Public Lands Update: Closures, Firings & What to Expect

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Here are the impacts of the latest DOGE cuts to public Federal lands and how to deal with them. ✅ Patreon (free): https://www.patreon.com/c/hikingguy Job Loss Stories: ➡️ https://www.klcc.org/politics-government/2025-02-19/federal-employee-of-deschutes-national-forest-loved-her-job-but-still-got-the-ax ➡️ https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/feb/22/forest-land-workers-firings-trump#:~:text=,I%20have%20worked%20in ✅ *LATEST GEAR LIST: https://hikingguy.com/best-hiking-gear/ Major budget cuts and layoffs are hitting federal land agencies, and that means big changes for your experience in national parks, forests, and other public lands. Thousands of employees from the National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, and Forest Service have been let go, affecting everything from trail maintenance to visitor services. Some campgrounds are closed, trail work is halted, and even essential services like EMT coverage are being impacted. In this video, I break down what’s happening, who’s been affected, and how these changes could impact your next outdoor adventure. I also share firsthand accounts from rangers, search and rescue teams, and other federal land employees who are now out of work. Plus, I’ll give you practical tips on how to navigate these disruptions and ways to voice your concerns if you don’t agree with these cuts. If you’re planning a trip to a national park or just care about public lands, this is info you need to know. Let’s talk about what’s really going on. 00:00 Who's Fired 07:21 Actual Impacts 10:35 Anticipated Impacts 12:55 What You Can Do ♥️ SAY THANKS: https://hikingguy.com/support-hiking-guy/ 🌎 Bucket List Hikes You Should Try: https://bit.ly/bucket-list-hikes 👀Subscribe For New Hike & Guide Videos https://www.youtube.com/@Hikingguy 👍Monthly Email For New Hike Updates: https://hikingguy.com/newsletter/ 🎆Instagram For Insider Hike Info: https://instagram.com/HikingGuy_com/ #doge #maga @NationalParkService #hiking #hike #hikingvlog #hikinggear #hikingtrails #hikingandcamping #hikingandcampingforbeginners #hikingandcampingvlog #hikingandbackpacking #52HikeChallenge #backpacking #healthyliving #trails #outdoors #nature