| Dear Friend,
It's official, HAPPY SPRING! Here in Nevada, we're about half way through our legislative process and are optimistic of bills we've supported, which have passed the first committee votes, moving forward. It's Earth Month and we have celebrations across our Chapter, a personal reflection of witnessing history, and action for public lands. We're seeking volunteers for Nevada Rail Coalition, Inspiring Connections Outdoors, and we've launched Outings and Events throughout the region. And those are just the highlights! Of course, all of this work is only possible with our amazing volunteers, volunteer leaders, members, and supporters. Thank you, as always, for all that you do.
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Legislative Committee Reflects on Supported Bills, Halfway through Legislative Process
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Saturday, April 22nd
11am - 5pm
Idlewild Park
Are you attending Reno Earth Day on the 22nd? Look for us, we'll be there tabling. Swing by and say hi and learn everything we're up to! Join us at Great American Craft Fairs' Reno Earth Day and learn about sustainability, recycling, energy and much more from local non profit and educational groups. Full details... |
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Witnessing History: Avi Kwa Ami and Castner Range Become National Monuments
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| Our own Southern Nevada Group Vice-Chair, Misty Haji-Sheikh, shares her excitement of receiving an invitation from the White House to attend the Conservation in Action Summit in Washington, DC, and her experience (with literally an almost front-row seat) witnessing history. The news was reporting that President Biden would be dedicating Avi Kwa Ame as a new National Monument. Misty had worked on Avi Kwa Ame with the Sierra Club and was beyond excited to go to the Summit. Read more... |
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Why are you being asked for your pronouns?
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| You may have attended a meeting in which you were asked for your pronoun(s) and wondered why. This allows each person to identify as they see themselves. How they see themselves may be different than how they look. You may choose to identify with the pronoun(s) of your choice or choose not to identify with a pronoun. Each person can also change their pronouns if they choose. You may also choose not to identify with any pronouns. Read more... |
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OUR WILD AMERICA
Act Now for Public Lands!
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| As the largest land management agency in the country, the Bureau of Land Management oversees the management and public enjoyment of 245 million acres of lands and waters across the United States. These lands are critical to wildlife, water, outdoor recreation, and climate resiliency–but for too long, the agency has prioritized resource extraction, like drilling and mining, over conservation in its management decisions. Read more... |
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NEVADA RAIL COALITION
Nevada Rail Coalition Seeks Digital Communications Volunteer/Intern
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| Did you know that our car-and-truck-based transportation system is the biggest source of climate-disrupting emissions in the US, and a major source of air pollution, especially in low-income communities and communities of color? If you do know all this - or if you didn’t but you’d like to learn more - you might be who the Nevada Rail Coalition is looking for. The Toiyabe Chapter is a founding member of the Nevada Rail Coalition. Read more... |
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INSPIRING CONNECTIONS OUTDOORS
Rebuilding Connections to Underserved Las Vegas Community Centers
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LVICO is rebuilding our connections to community centers in underserved areas across Las Vegas to reestablish hike schedules and relationships. Many organizations are still rebuilding after Covid and new community center leaders are in place. We also continue to rebuild membership and volunteers. Check out our outreach flyer, and as always, if you would like to volunteer to join us as a hike leader or to support our current leaders, you are always welcome!
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Reno ICO is Recruiting Leaders and Volunteers!
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| Reno ICO will be holding our first Retreat and Outdoor Leadership Training over the weekend of June 2-4 at the beautiful and historic Sierra Club Clair Tappan Lodge. This is an opportunity to engage in the Sierra Club’s Outdoor Leadership Training with a focus on getting young people outside. Learn how to facilitate safe and engaging youth backpacking and snowshoeing adventures as we hang out, eat, play, hike, and sing around the campfire, and even go snowshoeing or hiking! Read more... |
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GREAT BASIN GROUP
Upcoming Outings and Events
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Great Basin Group is offering many ways to get together outside and explore and more!
Evans Canyon Conditioning Hike
Thursday, April 20th, 5:27 - 7:27pm
Horseman's Park Hike
Sunday, April 23rd, 12:30 - 3:00pm
"Gear Up" Fundraiser/Silent Auction
Thursday, May 11th, 6:00 - 8:00pm
Learn more and register... |
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SOUTHERN NEVADA GROUP
Southern Nevada Outings Are Up and Running!
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| After the long shutdown, the Southern Nevada Group has finally begun Outings again! A small but enthusiastic group of hikers joined leader Jason H. on a five mile trek around the White Rock Mountain Loop in Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. The weather was perfect and everyone had a great time! Our next scheduled outing is a visit to the Corn Creek Visitor’s Center of the Desert National Wildlife Refuge north of Las Vegas. Read more...
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Volunteering for an Amazingly Organized Cleanup at the Sunrise Trailhead in the Clark County Wetlands Park
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| The Clark County (C.C.) Wetlands Park offers visitors and residents alike some of the most enriching wildlife observations in Las Vegas! However, trash does accumulate in its park, whether by a careless toss or through the high winds, volunteers contribute greatly to keeping sections of the C.C. Wetlands Park safe for our visitors and for the wildlife. Read more... |
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RANGE OF LIGHT GROUP
Earth Day Celebration
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Saturday, April 22nd
10am - 5pm
Bishop City Park
We'll be tabling at Earth Day Sierra and Community Art Day on the 22nd and we hope to see you there! There will be live music, artist and food booths, kids activities, native dance, and other Earth Day activities! Stop by our table to learn about everything we're doing for the Eastern Sierra and take your shot at an Earth Day game for a fun prize. |
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California Gold Cyanidation Ban
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Virtual Presentation
April 25, 2023
6:30-8:00pm
Range of Light Group has been looking for ways to discourage exploratory drilling for gold in the Eastern Sierra. One possible way would be a statewide ban on the use of cyanide in the extraction of gold from ore. In this presentation we will learn why we don’t really need gold, and explore the harms gold mines inflict on landscapes, water supplies, biodiversity, and the carbon footprint. Read more and register... |
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TAHOE AREA GROUP
Our Comment Letter on the Tahoe Regional Trails Strategy
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| We are concerned about the potential for environmental impacts from the proposed near-term 11% increase in trail miles in the Basin combined with further unspecified increases in the next 20 years. The increase in trails will bring an increase in numbers of people to the Basin at a time when it is already at maximum carrying capacity and Lake Tahoe’s water quality is suffering because of it. Read the full comment letter... |
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| Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) has been increasing density, coverage, and height (by lessening restrictions on each) in “Town Centers” to allow for “affordable housing.” However, what is being approved is not affordable; luxury condominiums are being allowed instead. Several groups, including Tahoe Area Group, are raising concerns about TRPA not performing its duty under the Bi-State Compact to protect the environment of Lake Tahoe, and are instead selling off Tahoe to the highest bidder. Read more... |
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Support Local Environmental Activism
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Your support can make a difference!
All funds stay here in Nevada, Lake Tahoe, and the Eastern Sierra
to support local community activists.
Thank you!
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Join the Sierra Club
Thanks for reading. Become an environmental champion by becoming a member! The Sierra Club is the largest, most enduring grassroots environmental organization in the nation. Your membership makes us stronger!
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Volunteer Today!
Our success in everything we do depends on volunteers like you. Frustrated with the world? Then #showup and make a difference!
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