We own it. It’s public land.

Not sure how much private land is "owned" stop paying property taxes and see what happens.

Do we really though?

It’s not “your” land.

I don’t know where people got this notion the fact you’re (sometimes) allowed to trespass on that land for certain reasons makes it “theirs”.

Go build a house on “your” land. See how far you get.

Heck I can’t even hunt on “my” land here without an additional special use permit!

True, just renting it from the government

Nah not really, we have access to it.

You are an over energetic rear end! Shut up you hurt your believed cause!

Public land is one of the single greatest achievements this nation has ever accomplished. The ability to go where I want, when I want, hunt, fish, trap free of charge, asking no one for permission, on the lands that surround me are an experience that is unique in this world. I’ve been to the states that have very little public land and have no desire to live in area that restricts my movement and ability to recreate on the lands that much. Anyone supporting the sale or transfer of federal public land has no concept of the amount of freedom this jeapordizes in a country where freedom is already dwindling by the day. I have and will continue to urgently ask my senators to remove this language from the reconciliation bill. Fortunately Idaho has a representative who has already strongly opposed these efforts in the house.

To those who won’t be calling, that’s fine. Or if you want to encourage the liquidation that’s your prerogative and it’s a free country. I just want folks to be aware of what’s happening and really think bout the pros and cons and what matters to you now and in the future.

As is mentioned by others here and in the podcast episode I posted, they could easily generate MUCH more revenue from grazers, mineral, and such……but they have chosen not too. It’s just more crooked politics from every angle. They’re even talking about prioritizing divesting in the “checkerboard” lands….ie, the large tract owners who are losing out by the corner crossing case rulings will be trying to get particular chunks sold off to further limit access.

Trappingthomas, not sure if you’re serious or what but I’m sorry if I said something to truly upset you. I reread everything I wrote and don’t think I crossed the line by any means in any way. If you’re mad I encouraged
someone to give their opinion even though it differs from mine, well I guess that is a bit of hurting my “believed cause”, but if their mind is made up ain’t no sense in me beating a dead horse. I may be a bit of an eager beaver at times, but sometimes I just can’t help myself but get worked up when I think it’s worth the energy.

Boone, the Federal land are much more “mine” than Ted Turners or any other mega tract holders whether they be for conservation or development purposes. So it’s kind of all about perspective to a point.

As far as the Texas and ND examples, I’ve always said we should only be drilling enough to keep the market honest and reasonable and sit on our resources as much as possible.

I know it’s not perfect and nearly everything has pros and cons…….but at least be aware of the situations and fight for what you think is best and make your voice heard. Happy trapping! ScottW

And if you read into the details, they’re exempting Montana lands from this whole deal in an attempt to keep the votes of the two Montana senators. They won’t say that, but that’s the reality. Happy trapping! ScottW

Wouldn't privitizing public land be something conservative free market people support?

Exactly!
The public land should have been conveyed to the State upon statehood.

Because it is uninhabitable ?

Same thing happening in NM.

Can the manner in which the feds manage and own property be improved? Obviously.

I'm as free market as it gets but this is an incredibly rash, short sighted and bad idea.

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All federal lands will eventually be off-limits to human habitation. It's already happening. The video shows you the future of federal lands. The less land the feds own the better! JMO!

I think Steve was just saying He surely won’t be calling and giving support as I suggested though he might call and give a vote of support.

BC, I’m actually surprised you feel that way knowing your general train of thought on things, but it’s a good example of a person actually thinking logically about a situation and drawing a logical conclusion. Rash and short sighted is I believe a very accurate description.

I will say, I’m not against very logistical sales of property adjacent to cities for true affordable housing and such. Just not the shenanigans in play and to such a ridiculous level!

I do think many senators will be thinking loooooong and hard about this as they are likely very aware of the level of unhappiness they might get from constituents in the future. Happy trapping! ScottW

Habitation or use? Very different things. Granted, usability will in all likelihood slowly diminish over time. But limited recreational use is better than no access period for the general public in my opinion. Happy trapping! ScottW

I don't like it, but can understand some being sold.

With a growing population, we need more energy and raw materials.

Fair point. We can improve the federal leasing system.