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Vote Now for Sierra Club National Board of Directors!
February 26, 2020
The annual election for Sierra Club’s Board of Directors is now underway. Member participation is critical for a strong Sierra Club. Those eligible to vote in the national Sierra Club election should have received ballots in early March by mail, or...
Newark Luxury Development Would Pave Over Restorable Wetlands
November 8, 2019
There's a proposal to build 469 luxury units along Newark’s shoreline on a 559-acre site called “Area 4,” which is made up of historic Bay wetlands and wildlife habitat nestled between the Newark salt ponds, the Don Edwards SF Bay National Wildlife...
Snowcamping program hosts free informational sessions this fall
October 11, 2019
If you're curious about the Sierra Club's snowcamping training program (now in its 51st year!), come to a free informational clinic at an outdoor store near you. There are over 15 clinics scheduled in all parts of the Bay Area.
With plan for housing navigation center, Fremont stands up to housing crisis
October 10, 2019
A sincere thank you to all Sierra Club members and supporters who attended community workshops and city council meetings or contacted their city representatives to vocalize their support for the homeless navigation center! We are pleased that this...
Volunteers needed as tree planting season kicks off!
October 10, 2019
Volunteer to plant trees with the Sierra Club! Once a month, our Tree Team plants trees in sidewalks all around Oakland.
What are Priority Development Areas and how do they fit into Sierra Club’s vision for urban infill?
October 2, 2019
In the Bay Area, Priority Development Areas (PDAs) have the potential to help us implement and achieve the Sierra Club’s infill strategy. PDAs serve as a development management tool to define the areas of public investment in urban infrastructure to...
Celebrate Energy Awareness Month by choosing 100% renewable electricity
October 1, 2019
During Energy Awareness Month this October, Bay Area Community Choice Aggregators (CCAs) are teaming up to spread awareness about local renewable energy options. We’re asking Sierra Club members to celebrate by inviting your friends and family to...
Save Tesla Park — Urge Governor Newsom to sign AB 1086
September 23, 2019
Urge Governor Newsom to sign Assembly Bill 1086 and preserve a 3,100-swath of rural Alameda County for all Californians to enjoy. This is the culmination of a years-long effort to save Tesla Park from destruction by the expansion of an off-highway...
Provide input on Point Reyes management plan by Mon., Sept. 23
September 20, 2019
The public has an opportunity to provide feedback on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for a management plan update for the areas of Point Reyes National Seashore and Golden Gate National Recreation Area now managed for farming and ranching.
Annual chapter picnic is Oct. 5 in Albany
September 11, 2019
Join fellow Sierra Club members and friends at Memorial Park in Albany for an afternoon of good cheer, good food, and good company at our annual potluck picnic.