Action Alerts

The West Virginia Highlands Conservancy encourages you to stay informed and engaged with your elected officials. You can find contact information for U.S. Senators, U.S. Representatives, and the West Virginia Legislature here. Reaching out—by phone, email, or mail—is a great way to advocate for the preservation and protection of West Virginia’s natural resources. We will update this page with new actions as they are needed.

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 2/16/2025 Protect Our Public Lands—Act Now to Stop Harmful Layoffs

CALL SCRIPT, FIND YOUR REPRESENTATIVES NUMBER HERE:

Hi, my name is [Your Name] and I’m calling from [Your City], [Your State]. I’m calling because I am deeply concerned over the federal layoffs that have cost thousands of jobs at the U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and National Park Service. These aren’t just numbers. They are our neighbors, friends, and family members who take pride in caring for our forests and parks. 

Our state relies on our public lands for clean air, clean water, and recreational opportunities that support local economies. The New River Gorge National Park and Preserve alone generated over $96 million in tourism revenue last year, supporting more than a thousand local jobs. With peak wildfire and recreation seasons approaching, cutting staff now puts our communities and the safety of our lands at serious risk. 

I’m asking you to step in and stop these layoffs. We need to reinvest in our forests and parks and protect the people who have worked hard to be good stewards of our public lands. Thank you for your time and for listening to our concerns.

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