JD welcomes back Marcus Trusty from Colorado Off-Road Enterprise (CORE) for another in-depth discussion on land use, trail advocacy, and the latest developments in Colorado and beyond. They dive into the ongoing efforts to reopen Left Hand Canyon, updates on the Waryman Creek and Gulches litigation, and the successful restoration of the Alpine Tunnel project. Marcus also shares insights into how the 2024 election results may impact public land policies, including potential shifts in the Department of the Interior and BLM leadership. If you care about keeping trails open, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

📍 Trails and Destinations:

• Left Hand Canyon

• Waryman Creek

• Longwater Gulch

• Hackett Gulch

• Metberry Gulch

• Alpine Tunnel West

🔧 Gear and Tools:

• OHV Grants & Funding – Colorado Parks & Wildlife OHV Grants

• National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council (NOHVCC) – Website

🚙 Community Shoutouts:

• Marcus Trusty

• JD: Me_And_My_Yellow_JK

🌎 Advocacy & Conservation:

• CORE Colorado Off-Road Enterprise (CORE) – https://www.keeptrailsopen.com

• BlueRibbon Coalition (BRC) – Join the Fight

• Utah Public Lands Alliance (UPLA) – Website

📅 Events & Resources:

• Upcoming Public Meetings for Left Hand Canyon Restoration – Stay tuned for updates via CORE's Facebook Page

• 2025 Land Use Policy Changes – What’s Next? – Follow the discussion at BlueRibbon Coalition

📞 Get involved!

• Support CORE’s Land Use Fund! Donate to help with litigation and advocacy efforts: CORE Donations

• Leave us a voicemail! Call 719-408-0132 to be featured on the show.

• Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/thetrailheadpodcast/ for updates and behind-the-scenes content.