The Chapter does as much as it does because many volunteers donate generous amounts of time to making it work. We can always use another pair of hands, and some of the opportunities to help are listed here. There are also opportunities with outings, conservation, and environmental politics. If you're interested but don't see your perfect job, contact volunteer.opportunities@lomaprieta.sierraclub.org.
Join the Guardians of Nature Benefit Volunteer Team
There are many opportunities to work with our Guardians of Nature benefit volunteer team, including:
- Silent Auction Team Volunteers
- Sponsorship Team Volunteer
- Media and Public Relations Team Volunteers
- Guest Experience Team
- Food and Venue Decor Team
- Videographer
Learn more about all of these opportunities.
30x30 Committee: Conservation of 30 percent of Lands and Waters by 2030
As a 30x30 Volunteer you will play an important role in conserving 30 percent of California’s land and water to ensure that we enjoy the beauty of our California outdoors for years to come. Match your interests and skills with the Loma Prieta 30x30 campaign:
- Advocacy - Attend local meetings (mostly over zoom) to provide citizen input or (with permission) register Loma Prieta Chapter support or opposition for an issue. Write letters of support for conservation campaigns.
- Listen and Report - Attend monthly Sierra Club California 30x30 meetings and report to the Loma Prieta Conservation Committee. There's also optional participation in a 30x30 sub team.
- Outreach and Communication - Within and outside of the Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter. Provide grant information as appropriate and support with Chapter permission as needed.
- Creativity - Create posters and digital content for raising awareness about 30x30 and providing education about local conservation priorities.
To find out more about volunteering for the Loma Prieta 30x30 Campaign, contact The SCLP Chapter Director, James Eggers: james.eggers@sierraclub.org.
Learn more about the different opportunities.
Hiker's Hut Volunteers
Do you love the Hiker's Hut? Would you like a free stay every month?
The Loma Prieta Chapter is looking for two or three volunteer caretakers with good DIY attitude and skills to share the maintenance role at the Ollie Mayer Hiker’s Hut in Sam McDonald Park. The commitment is about one day visit or overnight stay (free of charge) per month. Parking fees or other "out-of-pocket expenses” are reimbursed by the Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter.
The Duties are Simple:
- Restocking paper towels, dish towels and cleaning products
- Checking all the hut areas are clean and in good order
- Clean where necessary including vacuuming, dusting, mopping, windows
- Inspecting damage and repair needs
- Perform small repairs with the on-site tools or assess contractor repair needs
- Tracking firewood levels to help plan firewood deliveries
- Seasonal weed whacking around the Hut
- Set and check mouse traps as needed
- Short status reports back to the Chapter office
If you are interested or have any questions, please email HikersHut@lomaprieta.sierraclub.org
Click here for more information on the Ollie Mayer Hiker’s Hut in Sam McDonald Park.
Join the Forest Protection Committee
Forests are often called the lungs of the earth. They breathe in carbon dioxide and breathe out oxygen. In doing so, they sequester carbon keeping it safely out of the atmosphere, help regulate worldwide climate and enable the existence of other life forms, including ourselves. Forests also filter water, create precipitation, support soil health and stability, provide habitat and promote biodiversity.
If you love forests and are an activist or want to be, join us! The Loma Prieta Forest Protection Committee hosts educational events and takes action to help protect forests in the Santa Cruz Mountains and throughout California. The committee also promotes home hardening and community planning to help communities be safer from fire. Learn more!
Sustainable Land Use Advocate
Would you like your town to be a better place to live, work and play? Join our Sustainable Land Use Committee and help us influence urban design and planning in your city for a healthy future.
We will provide you with all support you need to successfully advocate for healthy and sustainable communities. Background in urban design, planning, environment, and architecture are helpful but not necessary. Keen interest is most important!
We meet monthly in person or online, and possibly more often when working on projects and campaigns.
Requirements:
- Keen interest in making your community a great place to live work and play
- 2 hrs/week
For more information contact, Sustainable Committee Co-Chair, Gita Dev at gd@devarchitects.com.