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Get
Involved Join an organization that is
working to protect access. If there is
none near you, start a new one or a chapter of a regional or
national organization. Then volunteer your time
and efforts to that group. This takes commitment.
Certainly a few hours a month will be appreciated but if you really
want to make a difference, consider giving 15 to 40 hours a
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Donate
Organizations battling well funded environmentalists are
always short of cash. If you don't have extra money consider
donating an item to an auction or raffle or even selling something
and donating the money. Another good way to donate is to put
something in your estate for an organization you believe in.
If you are a good fundraiser, you could make a huge contribution by
raising funds from others. |
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Speak
Out Write letters to the
editor. Go to local meetings and speak up. Volunteer for
appointment to committees. Write, phone, email and talk face
to face with your representatives in government. Lobby the state and federal
agencies that control public land. |
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Direct Action
You can lead or participate in a direct action campaign like
the S.O.S convoys to Jarbidge, NV,
the Eureka Log Haul or
the convoy and bucket brigade to Klamath
Falls, OR. |
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Political
Action You can run for office or
support those who you believe will work for preserving multiple use on
public lands. You can seek appointment to a board or committee
with oversight or advisory functions in public land use. At the
very least, you should inform yourself about the candidates and vote
accordingly. |
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Legal Action
You can support legal actions taken by MFMU and other organizations
with research, your testimony, your legal expertise or simply a
financial donation for legal costs. |
