It’s not always a popular position, but I am a big fan of using the legal system to advance environmental causes. The judiciary is one of the branches of government and if the legislative and executive branches won’t protect our environment then we need to use the legal system. This seems simple and obvious to me.

Advocates for the West does exactly this at no cost to environmental groups who need help. They have had amazing success. They will be in Bend at Worthy Brewing next Tuesday, August 22nd, from 5:30 to 7:30. I’ll be there to hear the latest from their attorneys on legal battles to protect public lands, water, fish, and wildlife in Oregon. And drink a free beer too!