Hello TAMBA Friends,
Public Land Sale Blocked – Thanks to You!
Thank you for speaking up for public lands and Tahoe trails!
We’re thrilled to share that the proposed sale of public lands has been blocked—a major win made possible by thousands of mountain bikers and outdoor enthusiasts like you. Your voices were heard, and your advocacy made a real impact.
What’s Next
While this is a huge step forward for our favorite Lake Tahoe trails, the fight isn’t over.
Senator Mike Lee—who introduced the original proposal—has signaled plans to revise the bill. The revised version may exclude Forest Service lands and reduce the amount of BLM land involved, but public land remains at risk.
We must stay vigilant to ensure that any new proposals truly protect access to the trails and natural areas we all love. TAMBA will keep you informed and ready to act.
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Edit, June 26: Senator Mike Lee introduced new legislation to sell off public lands through the Senate budget reconciliation bill that is expected to get a vote as soon as this week.
His previous attempt to dispose of up to 3.3 million acres was rejected by the Senate parliamentarian earlier this week, with the backdrop of unprecedented outreach from Americans of all stripes urging lawmakers to reject public land sales. Despite this, his office has pivoted to introduce a narrower set of sales focused more closely on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands.
“IMBA will continue to oppose these public land sale proposals, which do not follow the established public process. Any proposed sale should protect recreation and should include the opportunity for public review and public comment,” said Todd Keller, Director of Government Affairs at the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA). “Given recent investments in policies that support mountain biking, such as the Biking on Long Distance Trails Act and the Bonneville Shoreline Trail Advancement Act, these proposals threaten not only our trails but the mountain bike community’s milestone accomplishments.”
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Help Shape the Future of Spooner Lake & Backcountry State Park
The Nevada Division of State Parks is seeking public input on a new 20-year master plan for Spooner Lake & Backcountry State Park.
This incredible park welcomes ~100,000 visitors annually, spans over 12,000 acres, and includes:
- 60+ miles of trails
- Historic sites
- Critical wildlife habitat
The new plan aims to balance growing recreation use with the preservation of natural and cultural resources.
Please take a moment to share your feedback using the links below:
- Online Survey: Spooner Lake & Backcountry Master Plan Survey
- Story Map: Spooner Lake & Backcountry Overview
Join Us in Protecting Tahoe Trails
Your continued support is vital! Here’s how you can get involved:
- Speak up: Email lawmakers and urge them to defend public lands.
- Call: Dial (202) 224-3121 to be connected with your congressional representatives.
- Volunteer: Help us build and maintain trails or support community events.
- Become a TAMBA Member or Renew: Your membership directly supports trail stewardship.
- Donate: Every contribution helps keep Tahoe’s trails thriving.
Together, we can protect access to the outdoors and preserve the trails we love.
Hope to see you soon—on the trails, at a workday, or at our next event!
With gratitude,
Drew Bray
Executive Director | TAMBA
