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I contemplate all we have to be thankful for - and know we can do something about the environmental threats facing us. Look below to take online action to protect Maryland's Forests, attend a hearing to stop a proposed gas pipeline, go to a water forum and build community ties, get outside to learn and gather hope. Join in with us to defend the planet - there is a lot to do!
Tell the General Assembly to Protect Maryland Forests!
Contact your state legislators today and tell them how important forests are to our environment, economy, and way of life. Urge them to strengthen the Forest Conservation Act to protect our most valuable forests when they return to Annapolis in January. Send your legislator a message now!
Sierra Club Announces Priority Bills for 2018 MD General Assembly
The Chapter Executive Committee is excited to announce three priorities for the upcoming 2018 session of the Maryland General Assembly. They are:
- Strengthen the Forest Conservation Act to protect Maryland's disappearing forests (see action alert above);
- Enact a statewide ban on styrofoam products to rid the environment of this pernicious pollutant; and
- Improve the Public Service Commission's process regarding new gas infrastructure to ensure more informed review.
Detailed information about these priorities will be posted soon on our website. We hope you will join us in fighting for these issues.
Maryland Pledges to Reduce Pollution From Transportation Fuels
On November 18, eight Northeastern states and jurisdictions, including Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, Delaware, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington, D.C., announced their plans to share approaches and develop regional policies to enable greater access to clean mobility opportunities, reducing carbon pollution from transportation fuels, creating jobs, and growing their economies.
Maryland has been a part of the regional Transportation and Climate Initiative since its formation, and has renewed its commitment to finding innovative solutions to our climate crisis.
See the Sierra Club press release. For additional information visit:http://www.transportationandclimate.org/northeast-and-mid-atlantic-states-seek-public-input-they-move-toward-cleaner-transportation-future
New Hike Leaders Trained this Fall
A big congratulations to the nice new crew of upcoming leaders who participated in the fall outings leader training at the Howard County Conservancy.
Topics covered included how to plan safe fun outings, how to deal with potential situations one might encounter as a hike leader, and how to use outings to educate participants about conservation issues in our Chesapeake Bay watershed.
We enjoyed beautiful fall colors on the afternoon hike in the surrounding Patapsco State Park. On the way to getting more folks out on the trail to Enjoy, Explore, and Protect! Read more and see pictures here.
Welcome Beyond Coal Organizer Crystal Hall!
We are thrilled to announce the hiring of our newest team member, Crystal Hall, who will be our new Baltimore Beyond Coal organizer.
She most recently worked as a Leadership Organizer with United Workers, co-coordinating its Work with Dignity program and Working Matters, a coalition of 160 organizations that successfully passed earned sick leave legislation in Maryland. Her background includes work in environmental justice, human rights and grassroots community organizing.
Please join me in welcoming Crystal Hall. You can reach Crystal at crystal.hall@sierraclub.org.
Maryland Sierra Club is Hiring
We are accepting applications for a full time Administrative Assistant to work out of our College Park office to perform general office duties, coordinate chapter activities and meetings, work with volunteers, respond to routine inquiries and generally make the Sierra Club awesome! Join us!
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Social media is vital to getting our environmental message out. Help us grow our following on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!
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Jerusalem Mill in Gunpowder Falls State Park! December 3rd
Moderate hike 7-8 miles along the river and through woodlands in the Jerusalem Mill section of Gunpowder Fall State Park. Details and RSVP!
Where Does My Water Come From?Find out at Forum December 3rd
Please join us on December 3, 2017 for a panel discussion about the impacts of development and stormwater runoff on the public water supply, the implications this has for future water rates, and how we can make growth smart enough to protect our water supply.
RSVP Here
Prince George's South County Forum: Small-Donor Public Financing Program for County Elections
December 7th
Do you want to get big money and special interests out of Prince George's politics? It's time for the County Council to enact a Small-Donor-Funded Elections Program that matches contributions from small donors, so that grassroots candidates can compete effectively for office! Learn more
Maryland Chapter Holiday Party Sunday December 10th
Join the Maryland Chapter for our Holiday Party! Sunday December 10th 3-5 pm
Be of good cheer with volunteers, leaders, and staff at the MD College Park office. RSVP here.
Maryland Department of Energy Potomac Pipeline Hearing
MDE is holding a public hearing 12/19 on the water permit for the proposed Potomac Pipeline. Come and voice your opposition to this dangerous project!Details & RSVP Here.
Intern for the Environment
Love the environment and want to protect it? Intern with the Sierra Club and join the movement to appreciate and protect our natural spaces! Working side by side with staff and lead volunteers, interns get the opportunity to see how a grassroots non-profit works, gain valuable real world experience, and become the next generation of activist leaders. Apply to join our team today!
Vote by Saturday December 16th
Sierra Club is a national grassroots environmental organization governed by volunteer leadership elected from among its members. Every dues paying Maryland member is entitled to vote and run for leadership positions within the Chapter and local Groups.
Thank you for honoring the candidates' willingness to serve by voting!
Thank you for participating in your Sierra Club Grassroots Democracy!
The Maryland Chapter Election Committee
Martha Ainsworth, Eric McKenzie, Janis Oppelt, and Chris Yoder
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