From Yosemite to Phoenix: A Call to Protect Our Public Lands | Christian Solorio, HECHO HCLC

HECHO HCLC member Christian Solorio shares how growing up with access to public lands like Yosemite and the Sequoias shaped his love for nature, and why he believes we must act now to protect places like the Grand Canyon and Oak Flat. Solorio reflects on his childhood, when his family, with limited financial means, found joy and connection in public lands that were accessible, affordable, and open to everyone. Today, he sees firsthand how development and private ownership threaten those same natural spaces. “The destruction of our environment happens one step at a time — and you can’t undo it once it’s done.” – Christian Solorio. Watch the video to learn more.