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Bears Ears Partnership works to protect and build respect for the cultural and natural resources of the greater Bears Ears Region.
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Are you passionate about outdoor conservation? We are hiring Crew Leaders for the 2026 Canyon Country Youth Corps season!

The Canyon Country Youth Corps (CCYC) is a program operated by the Bears Ears Partnership in Monticello, Utah.
December 18, 2025 at 8:46 PM
The greater Bears Ears cultural landscape is much larger than just Bears Ears National Monument and its 1.36 million acre boundary – across the Four Corners this distinct region is home to some of the most significant and sacred ancestral lands in the country.
December 9, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Now is the time to act for Bears Ears. Can you help us reach our goal to raise $150,000 by the end of the year?
Bears Ears Partnership is committed to continuing our work to protect this landscape now – and we need your support. The Land Can’t Wait.

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December 4, 2025 at 4:07 PM
It’s #GivingTuesday – Your opportunity to support Tribal leadership in determining the future of the “Lands Between,” and entire greater Bears Ears region.

The Land Can’t Wait. Take action this Giving Tuesday for Bears Ears now – give today: bearsearspartner.donorsupport.co/page/BEP2025
December 2, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Join us for our final Star Party of the year, on Thursday, December 18! We'll be telescope-touring the galaxy at Edge of the Cedars State Park (660 W 400 N, Blanding, UT 84511) at 6-7:30pm.

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December 1, 2025 at 9:28 PM
November is Native American Heritage Month. Bears Ears Partnership recognizes our work is carried out on traditional lands taken from the Diné, Hopi, Ute, Zuni, and other Tribes and Pueblos. We aspire to honor and learn from the long history of stewardship and connection to this sacred landscape.
November 26, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Canyon Country Youth Corps is just one of Bears Ears Partnership’s programs that relies on your generous donations to put boots on the ground.

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A Day In The Life - Canyon Country Youth Corps
Are you interested in becoming a Canyon Country Youth Corps crew member? Check out this behind-the-scenes look at a day in the life! Canyon Country Youth Corps…
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November 25, 2025 at 4:38 PM
The Bears Ears Education Center is now closed for the season! We look forward to seeing you again in March 2026. Stay tuned for education and conservation events to be announced.
November 24, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Our Canyon Country Youth Corps crews perform conservation projects alongside federal agency partners in Bears Ears and surrounding public lands.
November 24, 2025 at 7:59 PM
2026 is right around the corner! Get into the flow of the new year with our watershed-themed Bears Ears Partnership calendars.

Available to ship - order before 12/10 in time for holiday gifts! bears-ears-partnership.square.site/product/2026...
November 21, 2025 at 7:15 PM
That’s a wrap on the first-ever Bluff Dark Sky Festival! 🌠 We had a great turnout from across the Four Corners, from dark sky enthusiasts to long-time experts.
November 21, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Are you passionate about river ecosystems, outdoor education, and conservation?

We are hiring two Seasonal River Guides to start early 2026 – apply by December 5.

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November 20, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Providing place-based, all-ages, and hands-on educational experiences is one of our long-term commitments to the communities surrounding the Bears Ears region.
November 19, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Earlier this fall, our Policy Director Carleton Bowekaty was busy in NYC for Climate Week. Carleton spoke on a panel, Public Lands Protection is Climate Action, organized by @patagonia.com and @conservationlands.bsky.social at the downtown Patagonia office.
November 18, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Amid limited land management capacity, frozen federal funding, and increased visitation of Bears Ears and the surrounding public lands, Bears Ears Partnership's work to protect this unique landscape on the ground is gaining momentum every day.

📸: Cat Gonnering
November 13, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Bears Ears is coming to the silver screen! We are honored to be one of 12 Utah nonprofits featured in Utah Nonprofits Association's first-ever Nonprofit Film Festival on November 10 in Salt Lake City.
November 7, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Join us for our upcoming Star Party with Telescope Viewing, Thursday, November 20 at 6:00 PM at Edge of the Cedars State Park Museum (660 W 400 N, Blanding, UT 84511).

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📸: Paul Martini
November 5, 2025 at 11:51 PM
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Dogs are our life companions, and sometimes accompany us when we visit these lands. But when visiting Bears Ears, please keep them on dog-approved trails and always pack out their waste.Make sure to carry plenty of doggy bags so you can pack it out, every time.
#VisitWithRespect
November 3, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Did you know Bluff, Utah has some of the darkest skies in the country? BEP was proud to be part of the Town of Bluff’s years-long effort to gain dark sky designation from the International Dark Sky Association – and we are excited to share these skies with you!
October 29, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Are you passionate about running rivers? BEP is hiring our first-ever River Program Manager!

The River Program Manager will lead the coordination and implementation of BEP’s River Education and Conservation programs on the San Juan River.
October 28, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Save the date for Celebrate Bears Ears in March 2026! Our signature biennial event is back and we can’t wait to see you there.

Join us on Saturday, March 7th in Bluff, Utah for a day of building partnership, education, and celebration in the landscape we are all working to protect.

📸: Tim Peterson
October 22, 2025 at 8:49 PM
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Though our approaches differ, our vision is shared —
a thriving, protected Bears Ears where cultural connections endure for generations.

Together, we’re ensuring Bears Ears remains protected, respected, and celebrated.

📸: Steve Allen
October 20, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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The Bears Ears Partnership supports Tribal-led restoration at Bears Ears by linking Tribes, agencies, and community partners.

Their programs — from youth corps and education to @visitwithrespect.bsky.social — help ensure collaboration works on the ground.

📸: Steve Allen
October 20, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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The BEITC is a Tribal-led nonprofit organization working under the direction of five Tribal Nations.

The Coalition advances Tribal collaborative management with federal agency partners, centering Traditional Knowledge so that Tribal priorities guide how Bears Ears is cared for.

📸: Steve Allen
October 20, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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Bears Ears is a place of deep cultural, historical, & ecological significance.

Both the BEITC and @bearsearspartners.bsky.social are dedicated to its protection.

Our paths are unique, but they meet at Bears Ears.

📸: Tim Peterson
October 20, 2025 at 3:25 PM