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Sierra Club National

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About Me

The Sierra Club's members and supporters are more than 1.3 million of your friends and neighbors. Inspired by nature, we work together to protect our communities and the planet. We are America's oldest, largest, and most influential grassroots environmental organization.

Find out more about Sierra Club. Visit www.sierraclub.org



Watch a welcome message from the Sierra Club's President, Robbie Cox.

My Interests

What do you pledge?

environment, stop global warming, clean energy, green living, endangered species, community service, outreach, volunteering, hiking, exploring, enjoying, protecting, sustainable living, gardening, composting, learning, wildlands

I'd like to meet:

Everyone who cares about clean air & clean water, clean energy solutions, protecting endangered species and the wildlands they live on, and the beauty of the Earth. Supporters, members, anyone who wants to help explore, enjoy and protect the planet!

Music:

The sounds of nature and laughter!


Listen to the sounds of polar bears (mp3) .
Author Richard Nelson recorded his observations of polar bears and the sounds of the Arctic for Encounters, a public radio program in Alaska.

Movies:



Vertical Frontier , The Appalachians , Oil on Ice

Television:

I'd rather be outside exploring and enjoying nature!


Check out Sierra Club Chronicles .

Sierra Club Chronicles is seven David vs. Goliath stories: the dramatic efforts of committed individuals across the country working to protect the health of their environment and communities, hosted by Daryl Hannah.

Books:

Sounding Off by Galen Rowell

"Galen Rowell ha[d] a wonderful combination of qualities—eye, energy, intelligence, sensitivity, courage both physical and moral, and above all, heart. Very seldom have I experienced so clearly defined the connection between the artist and what he sees, feels, and does with the work itself."
--Robert Redford

Heroes:

John Muir, Ansel Adams, David Brower,William E. Colby, Joseph LeConte, Joseph N. LeConte ("Little Joe"), William Frederic Badè, Warren Olney, Edward Taylor Parsons, Marion, Randall Parsons, Dr. Edgar Wayburn

Most importantly our heroes are the everyday person who takes that extra step to explore, enjoy and protect the planet. Learn more about the history of the Sierra Club

My Blog

Movie Friday

The Real Dirt on Farmer Johnhttp://www.farmerjohnmovie.com/FJhome.html This is a fascinating movie about a family farmer who lost his land in the great farm crisis of the early '80's and has redeemed ...
Posted by Sierra Club National on Fri, 16 May 2008 12:21:00 PST

Endangered Species Day

Part celebration of recovering species, part rallying cry to protect those in peril, today marks the third annual Endangered Species Day. Want to observe the occasion? You have your pick of more than ...
Posted by Sierra Club National on Fri, 16 May 2008 12:20:00 PST

Are Polar Bears Protected?

One day before a court-imposed deadline, the Department of the Interior has announced a decision to list the polar bear as a threatened species. But will the bears really be protected from drilling a...
Posted by Sierra Club National on Fri, 16 May 2008 12:17:00 PST

I Can Drive 55!

Sign our pledge and find out more! Memorial Day Weekend is coming and -- in spite of gas prices -- more Americans than ever are planning to getaway by car. (1) But that doesn't have to cost as much ...
Posted by Sierra Club National on Fri, 16 May 2008 04:54:00 PST

Do you know Galen Rowell?

Find out more and view a slidshow of photographs by Galen Rowell. "Galen Rowell ha[d] a wonderful combination of qualitieseye, energy, intelligence, sensitivity, courage both physical and moral, a...
Posted by Sierra Club National on Wed, 14 May 2008 09:49:00 PST

Get Outdoors: Grand Canyon Ramble, Arizona

Learn more and sign up! The Grand Canyon is one of the most awesome sights on Earth, and we're going to help you get 'up close and personal' with this natural wonder! As you experience the canyon wit...
Posted by Sierra Club National on Wed, 14 May 2008 09:43:00 PST

Oklahoma Subways Cut Energy Costs 40 Percent

Twenty thousand dollars can buy a lot of bread. That's what Subway franchise owner Steve Kaplan is saving by installing energy-efficient lighting, heating, ventilating, air-conditioning, ceiling fans,...
Posted by Sierra Club National on Wed, 14 May 2008 09:39:00 PST

Sierra Club & Inner City Outings

Inner City Outings (ICO) demonstrates the Sierra Club's ability to bring its message of environmental stewardship into urban communities. Sierra Club volunteer outings leaders recognize that many you...
Posted by Sierra Club National on Tue, 13 May 2008 02:49:00 PST

A Victory: Sierra Club, Developers Reach Historic Agreement

After years of negotiations with developers, the Sierra Club and its conservation partners reached an historic agreement that will protect a staggering 240,000 acres of land in southern California fro...
Posted by Sierra Club National on Tue, 13 May 2008 02:43:00 PST

Bike to Work (and Play)

If you like the idea of getting around town by bike--but always reach for the car keys--this is your lucky week. Between now and Friday cities around the country will host workshops, festivals, bike ...
Posted by Sierra Club National on Mon, 12 May 2008 11:57:00 PST