
Public lands threatened by government
In just their first months in office, the Trump Administration has removed safety nets from U.S. national parks, adding to a long list of other executive orders. One of President Donald Trump's campaign slogans—“drill, baby, drill”—refers to his plan to boost fossil fuel production and reverse climate change efforts. His efforts began with a mass termination of National Parks Service (NPS) workers, first announced on Feb. 14, in what some federal employees are calling the ‘Valentine’s Day massacre.’ The cuts led to around 1,000 NPS workers being forced out – 5% of the staff. In addition, 10% of the Forest Service staff have been fired, an estimated 3,400 people. With the busy spring and summer seasons approaching, parks employees and tourists alike have raised concerns about park welfare upon the arrival of millions of visitors.

Spring Break Staycations
For those who are in town for Spring Break, and still are seeking an abnormal adventure, don’t spend your spring break rotting away in your bed. Your newfound time is a perfect opportunity to take advantage of all southern California has to offer.