| Dear Friend,
It's the last full week of May and we're in the final stretch of the 2023 Nevada legislative process. Thank you so much to all of you that volunteered your time to help us get the word out and weigh in (whether in support or opposition) on potential bills. While we're at it, let's take this opportunity to speak up to BLM and let them know that it's time to make conservation a priority on the public lands they manage. Join us for some upcoming outings and events, and learn more about the implicit bias we all carry, and how to check it. We continue to monitor the Tahoe Keys Weeds situation, and hear about a local cleanup that led to a classic silent film stars ranch. Thanks to all of you for all you do, whether through membership, donations, or volunteering your time. We couldn't do all of this without you.
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| The 2023 Legislative Session is quickly coming to a close, and the Legislative Committee is expecting some victories and some defeats. We are keeping our fingers crossed that the legislature passes and the governor signs at least some of our high and medium priority bills. We will do a full update after the end of the session. |
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Make Conservation a Priority on Public Lands
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| Help shape the future of public lands and the local communities, water sources and wildlife that rely on them by participating in the Bureau of Land Management’s comment period and public meetings.
Thursday, June 1, 2023
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Reno-Sparks Convention Center
4950 S Virginia Street
Reno, Nevada
More info and registration
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EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND JUSTICE
What is Implicit Bias?
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| In the Outings world of the Sierra Club, we discuss the concept of implicit bias specifically in relation to how it affects Outings Leaders’ attitudes towards outing participants. Many of our Sierra Club outings require specific skills and abilities, and it is important to impartially evaluate every participant to ensure that they are qualified and properly prepared for the event. But in reality, implicit bias affects all that we do in life, be it in our work, play or even how we react and interact with others in our organization. Read more... |
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SOUTHERN NEVADA GROUP
Walking Box Ranch, Former Hollywood Celebrities' Home, Gets a Makeover!
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| Nestled in robust Joshua tree groves just about seven miles west of Searchlight, Nevada, lies Walking Box Ranch. Silent movie screen idol Clara Bow, and actor husband, Rex Bell, had retired from the celluloid glitz and glamor of Hollywood to live blissfully on their original vast working cattle ranch. On Saturday, May 6th, our group of volunteers and members of the Friends of Walking Box Ranch, arrived to clean up and landscape around the house. Little did we know, we were in for a treat! 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, explore, and more!
Bear Pond Conditioning Hike
Thursday, May 25th
5:27 - 8:07pm
Annual Member's Potluck Picnic
Saturday, August 5th
11:00am - 4:00pm
Learn more and register... |
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TAHOE AREA GROUP
Keeping an Eye on the Tahoe Keys Weeds Project
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| We requested and received a copy of the Annual Report on the first year of herbicide and testing. There will be a presentation to the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency's Governing Board in May. Our lawsuit against Lahontan Water Board continues and we're expecting the full Administrative Record shortly. The next two years (2023 and 2024) of the "Control Methods Test" will involve non-chemical methods for weed control, though we are concerned about the extent of testing now that the herbicides have been used. We will continue to monitor and report on the project. |
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RANGE OF LIGHT GROUP
"30X30 Priorities: Long Valley" Virtual Presentation
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30x30 Priorities: Long Valley
June 7, 2023
6:30 - 8:00pm
The town of Mammoth Lakes lies on the edge of a truly remarkable ongoing geological event site known as the Long Valley. Join us to learn about:
- Highlights - Geology, cultural past, ranching history, geothermal development, recreation
- The Present - Two imminent threats
- The Future - Preservation
Register today...
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Support Local Environmental Activism
Everything you read here requires money to support the activists, staff, and tools that make our work possible every day.
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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