Why did john Muir go to jail?

John Muir was jailed in 1894 for refusing to pay a fine related to his civil disobedience during a protest against the construction of a road in Yosemite National Park. Muir, a passionate advocate for conservation, believed that the road would harm the natural beauty of the park and undermine its preservation. His arrest highlighted his commitment to environmental protection and drew attention to the need for conservation efforts in the United States.