In this urgent episode of The Trailhead, JD and Pope are joined by Patrick McKay and Marcus Trusty of Colorado Trail Defenders to dive deep into the recent BLM decision that shocked the off-roading community: the closure of 317 miles of trails in Moab. The sweeping decision has sent ripples through the off-road and outdoor communities, but what's really behind it? Patrick and Marcus offer their insider perspectives, uncovering the entities and long-term advocates behind these closures. If you care about sustainable land access and the future of off-roading in iconic locations like Moab, you won't want to miss this discussion that gets to the heart of a complicated, evolving issue.

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