Summer is our favorite time of year – when our community gathers at various events across the country. Between all of the industry gatherings and trade shows, we’re stoked to see so many of our brands and partners in person in the coming weeks.
Being in community inspires us to continue advocating for the ongoing protection of our cherished outdoor spaces – it’s a reminder of the amazing privilege it is to do this work with such great people. Despite key landscapes and bedrock environmental laws remaining under attack, we are working hard to push back, together. Our collective voice is making an impact and moving the needle on the economic argument for conservation.
We thank our members and partners for investing in the resources that sustain businesses, strengthen the outdoor economy, and ensure lasting business resilience. Read on to learn more about program updates and opportunities to get involved.
Grand Staircase CRA effort dies in the Senate
On June 12, the 60-day clock ran out on the proposed Congressional Review Act resolution to nullify the current Resource Management Plan (RMP) for Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. This means that proponents of the CRA no longer have a realistic path forward for a vote.
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument provides pivotal connectivity for wildlife and one-of-a-kind recreation experiences. It’s the foundation of nearby travel and tourism economies, drawing new visitors, businesses, and residents to the area. Rolling back the RMP would have effectively cut down the monument’s current size by half, harmed Tribes as well as local and national outdoor businesses, and set a dangerous precedent for the utilization of the CRA on national monument management plans.
Unfortunately, this is not the last attack on this monument that we expect to see. TCA will keep our members and partners up-to-date on all of the threats and opportunities to defend this important place.
TCA Businesses Spoke Out at 2026 D.C. Fly-in
Last month, TCA members hit Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. for our annual member fly-in.
We brought 29 representatives from 23 businesses to lead over 60 meetings across the Hill and with the Administration to advocate for the outdoors. The Fly-In is always a memorable and impactful week, but with our outdoor spaces facing threats like never before, it was critical that businesses voiced their concerns this year. Groups addressed urgent issues like the public lands sell-off, the Roadless Rule, the Congressional Review Act, and explored proactive protection opportunities with key offices.
We’re incredibly grateful to our members and partners who took part in this year’s Fly-In. Thanks to their dedication, TCA continues to demonstrate that businesses have a powerful and necessary role to play in shaping the future of conservation policy. All businesses – from global brands to local shops – can help protect the natural places we all love and the communities that depend on them. Learn more.
2026 TCA Board Elections Are Open
(voting for TCA member employees only)
TCA is currently looking to fill a member-elected seat to join the TCA Board and we invite every member company employee to cast your vote by the deadline on June 26th.
TCA’s Board of Directors is comprised of industry professionals representing businesses from outdoor gear, food/beverage, tech, and more. Together, they bring a diverse array of expertise and perspectives that support TCA’s mission to protect North America’s outdoor spaces. They help guide our team by providing fiduciary oversight, strategic planning guidance, and membership recruitment support.
Join TCA’s NEW Member Slack Community!
The Conservation Alliance unites diverse organizations and communities around a shared mission: protecting North America’s lands, waters, and wildlife. That’s why we’re excited to share our newest networking opportunity: TCA’s member slack channel. Our slack channel provides a digital space for member companies to connect with other business leaders to network, share stories, and learn from other experts. To join, simply click this link and enter your information. We look forward to chatting with you there!
2026 Events and Key Dates
TCA Member Collective Grant Voting (TCA members only)
July 6-31
Virtual
Member Collective grants are designed to give each member company the opportunity to help steer significant funds to impactful conservation efforts across North America. Through these grants, TCA and its members support a wide range of conservation actions, including public lands designation, private land protection, and ecosystem restoration, that impact communities, local economies, wildlife, and outdoor spaces. The upcoming Member Collective Ballot will be open to all TCA employees from July 6-31.
Closing the Gap: Aligning your corporate insurance spend with your brand values (TCA Members only)
August 18, 12PM – 1PM MT
Virtual
Join TCA and Premiums for the Planet to hear from leading TCA members about how they aligned their commercial insurance with their public land advocacy. You will also learn how we can collectively turn everyday operational overhead into a practical support tool for TCA’s Land and Water Defense Fund without adding a dime to your budget.
Mid-Year Virtual Member Gathering
August 26, 10AM – 11AM MT
Virtual
Join TCA staff, fellow members, and guest speakers from the TCA network of grantees to celebrate the 2026 Member Collective grantees, hear updates on TCA’s priority campaigns, and take a look at opportunities to engage for the remainder of 2026.
Pacific Northwest TCA Connect – Save the Date!
Seattle, WA: October 21 at Patagonia Seattle (2100 1st Ave)
Portland, OR: October 22 at Fjallraven Portland (1165 NW Everett St)
Local TCA members, TCA grantees, and like-minded business leaders will be gathering for two networking happy hours and to hear from a variety of inspiring speakers on creating collective conservation impact. Light food and refreshments will be served.
2026 TCA Summit
November 9 – 11
Taberash, CO
Join The Conservation Alliance for our Summit where we convene member companies to shape the future of business-led conservation. The event will take place in an immersive outdoor setting where participants will attend panels and interactive sessions as well as participate in a variety of outdoor activities at Devil’s Thumb Ranch in the Rocky Mountains. Register today! This is a TCA members only event.
