Q: Why is this Christmas tree so happy?
Okay--it's probably already green, but here's a way to make that evergreen even greener: You can help the environment by recycling the brown-needled conifer after the holiday. Trees can be used to restore sand dunes, wetlands, and fish habitat. Turn your tree into wood chips or compost if you're landlocked. Earth 911 will help you find a recycling program in your area. Visit their website.
The controversial plan to expand rock mining westward at Azusa Rock Quarry will be put to a citywide vote at a special election on January 25, the Azusa City Council has decided.
In 2010 we focused on opposing Props 16, 23 and 26 by making presentations, placing phone calls, and distributing literature.
Welcome to ExComm Highlights, designed to give Southern Sierran readers a glimpse into the the monthly Chapter Executive Committee (ExComm) Meeting.
Sierra Club California
Chapter Chair Hersh Kelley attended the as well as SCRCC meetings California convention in San Luis Obispo.
Arrivederci, Maddalena!
We bid Conservation Coordinator Maddalena Serra a fond farewell in early November. Maddalena resigned to manage an eco-lodge in Panama. Nella boca del lupo! Sierra Club National approved hiring her replacement and a search is underway.
 There are several ways to green your menorah (and even your chanukiyah). |
Invest in a Menorah made with recycled materials
Invest some quality time and create your own menorah from recycled material. |
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| Jefferson Memorial photo by Mike Sappingfield |
WHEN: June 4-11, 2011
The Angeles Chapter Legal Committee serves as a pool of pro-bono legal resources providing advice and legal assistance to Chapter conservation activists. We also provide legal information to our Chapter through events and newsletters.
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| San Jorge Tandayapa Cloud Forest Reserve courtesy San Jorge Eco Lodge |
WHEN: August 19-28, 2011
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| photo by Jim McCarthy |
SPECIAL TO THE SOUTHERN SIERRAN
A longtime Grand Canyon National Park signature issue - noisy aircraft rides spoiling the wilderness experience - is finally on the verge of receiving public scrutiny. In December, the public will receive the Park Service's Draft Environmental Impact Statement.
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| Volunteers carry trash down the San Gabriel Bike Path duringthe Oct. 30 San Gabriel River Cleanup at the Whittier Narrots Natural Area photo by Brad de la Garza |
Sierra Club Angeles Chapter
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Los Angeles, CA 90017
Office Hours: Tuesday & Thursday, 10-5 or by appointment