Southern Sierran
Newsletter of the Sierra Club Angeles Chapter
June 2023
LATEST
CELEBRATING THE POWER OF THE SIERRA CLUB
On Sunday May 21st, 250 Angeles Chapter members, volunteers, sponsors, and vendors gathered at Frankie LA to celebrate the power of the Sierra Club together. Ten of the chapter’s most inspiring and impactful members were honored for their dedication to the chapter. Missed the event? Catch a glimpse of the fun.
THE CHAPTER WELCOMES A NEW COHORT OF ACTIVISTS
Introducing the Activist Academy Graduating Cohort! Join us in celebrating the inaugural group of young activists who completed the transformative Activist Academy Leadership Program.
OUTINGS - FUNDRAISING TRAVEL ADVENTURES
Group size is expanding to 24 participants!
Join us for an 11-day safari expedition in Kenya's stunning reserves and encounter the Big 5 and many other fascinating species of animals and birds. Price includes 10 nights of accommodation in Kenya in hotels, lodges, and tented camps, most meals (10B, 9L, 9D), safari transport, and excursion fees. Trip begins and ends in Nairobi, Kenya. Airfare to and from Nairobi is excluded.
SECURE YOUR POWER DURING WILDFIRE SEASON WITH ENERGY STORAGE BATTERIES
As wildfire season approaches in California, power outages become a significant concern. Discover how solar plus energy storage systems from SWELL can provide reliable electricity during outages, serve as off-grid emergency power sources, enhance grid resilience, enable demand response and load shifting, create resilient communities through virtual power plants, and contribute to reducing emissions and combating climate change.
LIBRARY REVIVAL PROJECT
Calling all bookworms and adventure seekers! Prepare to embark on a literary journey like no other as our Chapter Library reopens its doors. From vintage treasures to autographed gems, immerse yourself in a world of imagination and discovery. Join Nguyen Tran, our passionate Chapter Librarian, as she unveils the library's hidden wonders and invites you to be a part of its revival.
THE SIERRA CLUB ANGELES CHAPTER NOMINATION COMMITTEE WANTS YOU!
We're searching for leaders from all sections and groups. This is your chance to step up and run for the Executive Committees (ExCom) of both the chapter OR your regional group. Play a vital role in driving the chapter's operations and ensuring its remarkable success. To be eligible to run for ExCom, candidates must be active Sierra Club members and have their nomination submitted, and be a Sierra Club member by July 10, 2023.
Join us for the 16th Annual Political Leadership Awards, a fundraising event dedicated to promoting Equity, Democracy, and Sustainability. This event is organized to benefit the California Sierra Club PAC, supporting political programs and activities aimed at electing pro-environmental candidates and safeguarding voters' rights. Together, we can ensure California stays on track for a Green Future.
UNITE FOR A GREENER FUTURE
Let's come together and be the driving force behind positive change. Stand with Sierra Club California and lend your voice to their powerful lobbying efforts. By actively participating in their activist tools and supporting their mission, we can shape a brighter, more sustainable future for our planet. See the Legislative Digest by Chapter for quick and impactful actions you can take during this legislative session.
