As we move into the cooler days of fall, take time to enjoy the peace of the outdoors in local parks, state forests, or even your own back yard. I hope you are taking care of yourselves, and doing what you can to make our world a better, greener place to live.
We are still cautious about the COVID virus that has plagued us for months, but we are considering in-person outings, hopefully soon. And Hurricane Ida spared the Houston area, but rammed Louisiana, reminding us that nature can be dangerous, as well as peaceful.
For the joy of trees, join our Houston Group monthly meeting October 14 for a program on the Port of Houston Trees program.
In Beaumont, Port Arthur, Deer Park, and Sunnyside, chemicals continue to cause health issues for residents, with shelter-in-place orders and release of harmful chemicals. Join our Bay Area meeting on October 20 to learn more.
Volunteer for one of our many open positions (see Help Wanted), or let us know your interests. Our Houston Group Executive Committee has an election in December, when we elect our new leaders.
Thanks for all you do,
Carol Woronow
Bayou Banner Newsletter Editor
Sierra Club, Houston Group
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On October 14, Deborah January-Bevers of Houston Wilderness will present on The Port of Houston Trees and Riparian Enhancement of Ecosystem Services (PoH TREES) Program
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On October 20, Dr. Kevin Beard and Loretta Beard will discuss a recent chemical release at the Lubrizol Corp plant in La Porte, the impacts on Bay Area communities, and efforts to better inform the public about such incidents. |
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Election time is near for Houston Sierra Club (HSC) Executive Committee members! In December, annual elections for our Executive Committee (ExCom) will occur.
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Sierra Club 2022 Wall and Engagement Calendars will be available for purchase locally through the Houston Group. Proceeds from local calendar sales benefit the Houston Group.
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Sierra Club, Bayou City Waterkeeper, and seven other community and non-profit partners urge the federal agencies to take into account the special nature of our local wetlands and barriers to their protection, as they work to redefine the scope of the Clean Water Act. |
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METRO has set a timeline to be purchasing only 100% zero-emission buses by the target date of 2030. METRO is proceeding with the planning process for the University Corridor and Inner Katy METRORapid projects (Bus Rapid Transit).
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On September 13, 2021, the Lone Star Chapter of the Sierra Club withdrew its objection to the Angelina/Sabine Prescribed Fire Project after the U.S. Forest Service (FS) made changes to the proposal.
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By Cheryl Conley
With temperatures still soaring in our area, it’s hard to think about fall but birds know it’s time for their fall migration. So, exactly how do they know?
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On September 5, 2021, Leo Alton Reitan died. Most people have not heard of Leo, but he did more with his individual work ethic and his money, which he used to do the most for conservation, than scores of people do during their lives.
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The Houston Group of the Sierra Club is looking for help in the following areas:
Volunteer Coordinator, Social Media Publicity Volunteer, Wetland Advocates and Chair, Lone Star Hiking Trail Volunteers, Outings Leaders, Audio / Video Coordinator, Forestry. Help to make a difference for the Sierra Club!
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For current information on upcoming outings in the Houston area, check out our MeetUp site. Outings have been temporarily cancelled, due to the COVID-19 virus. You can still upload your old photos to previous outings, or walk some trails on your own, while maintaining a safe physical distance from others.
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When you donate to the Sierra Club's Houston Group, you support local efforts to:
- Protect wild and treasured places, from the Big Bend area to the Big Thicket
- Keep our air and water clean
- Ensure adequate water supply for people and environment
- Ensure a clean energy future
- Reduce climate disruption
- Keep pressure on politicians and corporations to ensure safe and healthy communities
Your financial help allows us to meet the challenges of protecting and preserving our treasured Houston area.
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| The COVID-19 crisis has not passed and continues to disproportionately harm Black, Indigenous, and Latinx people and other communities of color. The pandemic has revealed how the communities hardest hit are often the same communities that suffer from high levels of pollution and poor access to healthcare. The fight for environmental justice cannot be separated from the fight for racial justice. |
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