Eagles Nest Wilderness 50th Birthday Party!

Eagles Nest officially received its Wilderness designation on July 12, 1976. . . which means it turns 50 this summer!  We at Eagle Summit Wilderness Alliance are deeply thankful for the work of earlier generations to protect Eagles Nest under the 1964 Wilderness Act.  The effort took decades, there were obstacles at every turn, and this designation was in no way guaranteed.  The collective and sustained action of local citizens, conservationists, student groups, political representatives, and others allowed for the preservation of this land.  Even just a few days before President Ford signed the proclamation for Eagles Nest, there was legitimate concern that he would veto it.  

We invite you to celebrate the first 50 years of Eagles Nest, and welcome you to the next 50 years of this land’s story.  Please join us for this very special  Birthday Party on July 12th from 12-3.  Many of the groups and organizations that steward Eagles Nest will be represented.  Please use this as an opportunity to celebrate our wins, and continue in the efforts to protect our Public Lands through cooperation and coalition-building.  

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”  ― Margaret Mead