On Being a Citizen Environmentalist, by Yvonne Baginski
January 30, 2022
Read how the reliance of citizen complaints to find and report environmental violations is Napa County’s unofficial policy and unfortunate reality as building and development forge ahead without staff or resources to insure that promises made on...
Why Is the Development of the Ghisletta Ranch a Bad Idea? by David Campbell
November 23, 2021
The south-west approach to Napa is famous for the “Oreo” cows that graze the hillsides. Right next door, at the Ghisletta Ranch, Longhorns do the same; but perhaps not for long. Read on about why.
The Round-Up Conundrum, by Samantha Smith
November 3, 2021
Ever heard of glyphosate (pronounced glahy-fos-eyt)? You may know it as the active broad spectrum herbicide in Round-Up and other weedkilling products like Killzall. So what is the current thinking when it comes to this “probable” carcinogen?
Sierra Club Funds American Canyon Eco-Center, by Scott Thomason
September 27, 2021
On Sept. 16, 2021, the Napa Chapter of the Sierra Club recently agreed to commit $50,000 for the creation of a permanent environmental center, located in the heart of American Canyon’s wetlands. The Wetlands “Eco” center will provide a home for year...
Deforestation: Sounding the Alarm, by Diversity Watch Napa
July 28, 2021
A short video by Amber Manfree, Beth Nelsen, Jim Wilson and Patricia Damery about Napa County's Acorns to Oaks project. Featuring students from Schools For Climate Action, Emily Bit and Sophia Rapacon, with support from Dr. Amber Manfree. Sponsored...
Sustainability: A More Preventive Approach, by Roland Dumas, PhD
July 20, 2021
Sustainable management is superior to the drunk driving management style where you wait for the adverse outcomes before you go into action. Read why.
Exploring Wild Napa: Green Island, by Chris Benz
July 8, 2021
During the Napa Climate NOW! Road to 350 Climate Ride on June 5, we explored this area, which is part of the Napa-Sonoma Marshes Wildlife Area.
Protect Your Mother, by Kennedy Ervin
July 8, 2021
The following poem was written by Kennedy Ervin, a New Tech High School student. It was one of the winning pieces from a highly successful creative climate action contest entitled, “Our Future Is in Your Hands.” Emily Bit and Alisa Karesh, co-...
Exploring los Carneros by Bike (preferably an E-bike), by Nick Cheranich
May 20, 2021
One of my favorite rides has been to explore the Carneros area, which is in Southwest Napa County. I've been finding great back roads and rideable levies, which not only take you through world famous Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vineyards, but also...
Channel Islands Camping Adventure, by Samantha Smith
May 13, 2021
Thinking of a camping trip to the Channel Islands? Napa Sierra Club Executive Committee member Samantha Smith shares her experience.