Desperately Seeking Irene(s)

  • Posted on 31 January 2011
  • By Bob Cates

Chair, Angeles Chapter History Committee

The Chapter History and Centennial Planning Committees are looking for a few good Irenes.

100 Years of Gear: : WTC Chair Traces the Journey From Wool To Nylon

  • Posted on 31 January 2011
  • By Jane Simpson
Sparks
Looking great in the great hiking era:Ellen Sparks sporting bandana head wrap, middie-blouse, hiking breeches and high lace-up boots on a hike during the 1920s Below, D.D. Chalmers in resplendent 1920s hiking attire, including a bandana head wrap. . Ellen Sparks Collection, Angeles Chapter Archives.

Chapter Honors Volunteers at Annual Awards Banquet

  • Posted on 31 January 2011
  • By Silvia Darie

and Nadia Wilson
photo by Silvia Darie

The Angeles Chapter will honor its members at the Centennial Annual Awards Banquet May 1, 2011. (See '2010 Chapter Awardees at bottom left.) The event will take place at the Brookside Country Club near the Rose Bowl. Outdoor reception from 5-6 pm, followed by dinner and presentation of awards. Michael Brune, Sierra Club Executive Director, will be the Keynote Speaker, ready to celebrate our 100 years of service among us.

Volcanoes and Lava Beds

  • Posted on 31 January 2011
  • By Mike Sappingfield

Volcanos! California has lots of them. You don't have to go to Yellowstone or Washington State to explore and enjoy them. Come with us on our Volcanic Legacy Excursion this August 5-13 to visit Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park, Lava Beds National Monument, and the largest Volcano in California, Mt. Shasta.

Congrats to 2010's New Leaders

  • Posted on 31 January 2011
  • By Tom Mcdonnell

Please join me in celebrating the accomplishments of the members who have earned leader status in 2010. In addition to the names of our new leaders, I am providing a description of what each level of certification encompasses.

Level O-1

This is a popular leader rating for 1-day trips that are on-trail. It's easy to earn this rating, and most of our leaders start with this level. Leading a trip to one of your favorite places is a great way to contribute to the Club's mission.

Top 5 Tips: New Years Resolutions

  • Posted on 30 November 2010
  • By The Editor

Making resolutions is exciting--the thought of a fresh start or a new project can bring on euphoria. Energy & Air Quality And the demanding, consistent effort that making change requires? That can bring on exhaustion. As Angeles Chapter members know, effecting change, especially New-Year's-Resolution-worthy change, is never easy and often a daily battle. Dr. Stevenson provided these tips to help you ...

Reinforce Your RESOLVE

  1. Make resolutions early in the New Year. You'll better harness the energy you'll need to accomplish them.

Adventure Opportunities: New Mexico Land of Enchantment

  • Posted on 30 November 2010
  • By The Editor
New
photo by Mike Sappingfield

New Mexico

LAND OF ENCHANTMENT

Albuquerque Balloon Festival, Santa Fe, Taos and Taos Pueblo, Acoma Sky Pueblo, Chaco Canyon, Los Alamos, Bandelier National Monument and more. August 8-15, 2011.

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