Big Oil v. Ventura County
April 7, 2022
For decades, oil and gas production has threatened the health and safety of those who live, work, learn, and play in Ventura County by exposing communities to harmful air pollution and contributing to the catastrophic effects of climate change....
Local Sierra Club and allies defeat Exxon
April 6, 2022
On March 8, 2022, the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors ended ExxonMobil’s quixotic bid to reactivate three 1980s offshore oil wells by moving the oil via trucks.
April May 2022 Condor Call Newsletter
April 6, 2022
Read the latest news from the Los Padres Chapter
Gas Prices Too High? Here's How to Save $ with an Electric Car!
March 7, 2022
Want to stop paying hundreds of dollars every month to fuel your, while significantly decreasing your carbon footprint? With gas prices high, going EV is a great New Year’s Resolution – and this article describes great ways to do so affordably.
Volunteers are what make us thrive
February 8, 2022
The Sierra Club volunteers in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties work hard for the environment, social justice, free public hikes and more. They can also party and have fun.
What is 30 X 30? And why?
February 8, 2022
Thirty-by-Thirty is global movement that seeks to conserve 30 percent of lands and coastal waters by the year 2030, or 30 X 30.
Biologists tell us we’re in a global crisis for biodiversity, as countless species of animals and plants could be...
How to stop unwanted catalogues and other junk mail
February 5, 2022
Every year 100 million trees are cut down for junk mail. Especially during the holidays, you might be deluged with junk mail. This article describes easy and cost-free ways to stop it. Enjoy these New Year’s Climate Resolutions!
Beware of those who would block the sun
February 4, 2022
As we speak, monopolies are unleashing an unprecedented attack on Californians’ access to the sun. The changes proposed in California would “decimate the cost effectiveness of rooftop solar,” according to the Sierra Club.
What do you want your legacy to be?
February 4, 2022
What do you want your legacy to be? A planned gift to the Los Padres Chapter will create a legacy that provides for a sustainable and healthy future for Santa Barbara and Ventura counties.
Wilderness Basics Course leader changed lives
February 4, 2022
It all started with a public notice in the 2009 issue of Condor Call: “For the first time ever, the Los Padres Chapter is sponsoring a Wilderness Basics Course beginning January 20 (2010), thanks to the efforts of organizer Teresa Norris and a cadre...